Obituary of James Howard Meade

It is with sadness that the family announce the passing of James Howard Meade on Sunday, May 31, 2020 at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital, Fredericton NB. Born on October 15, 1939, he was the son of the late Harry and Deltha (Randall) Meade. Jim will be missed by his loving wife of 53 years, Kathleen (Coy) Meade, children Stephen Meade (Trish Reid), Kevin Meade, and Cathy Trafton (Brian); grandchildren Jordyn Armstrong (Nick), Shawn Trafton, and Sarah Kennedy (Jason); great grandchildren Maryanne and Jacob; brothers Harold Meade (Wanda), Kenneth Meade (Linda), and Bliss Meade; sisters Verna Poore (Kenneth), and Phyllis Brown; sister-in-law Aline; special friend John Nash; four legged, furry friend Mickey as well as many nieces, nephews, friends and extended family. In addition to his parents, Jim was predeceased by his brothers Allen Meade and Gerald Meade (Helen), sister Rosella Coy (Allen), and brother-in-law Gerald Brown and infant brother Robert. A special thank you to Trish and Sandy for all their loving care over the last few years. Thank you to the Extramural staff (especially Bernard), as well as the doctors and staff at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital. In accordance to the health restrictions due to Covid-19, there will be a private visitation and funeral service held at the Oromocto Funeral Home, with an interment to follow at the Upper Gagetown Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Upper Gagetown Cemetery Fund, the Heart and Stroke Foundation, or a charity of the donor’s choice would be appreciated.