Victoria Mary Meade
August 18, 1926 - April 06, 2014
Obituary
Photo MEADE, VICTORIA M.
LODI-Victoria M. Meade, age 87, passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2014 at Meriter Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August, 18, 1926, the daughter of Victor and Mary Ligneel. Vicky married Gale R. Meade on October 20, 1945. Vicky and Gale started Meade Construction Co. in 1969 and it is still in business today. She enjoyed many years working as a waitress for several local restaurants. She volunteered for decades at Lodi Good Samaritan. Vicky was an active member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church and delivered food for Meals on Wheels program. She loved quilting, card playing, especially euchre, poker and nickels. Vicky enjoyed her numerous gambling trips. She was an avid walker. She would walk 3 miles a day, until she was 80, usually with friends or her dog Molly. Vicky had a lifelong love of dogs. She was a great cook and was well known for her homemade noodles and pies. Most of all she loved spending time with her family and friends.
Vicky is survived by her children, Mike (Cindy Ludke) Meade, Bob (partner, Peggy Howe) Meade, John (Patty Mitchell) Meade, Lynda (Steve Willadsen) Meade and Charlie Meade; son-in-law, Mark Reichow; grandchildren, Lisa (Shane) Lopez, Dan (Stacy) Skaluba, Aaron (Jen) Reichow, Mike Meade, Jason (Summer) Meade, Bob (Jesse) Meade, Christy Lincicum, Aaron (Becky) Meade, Becca (fiancé Adam Richmond) Meade, Shaina (Sam) Barker, Travis Meade, Jessie (Beau) Lane, Bryan (fiancé Edi) Meade, Emily (Derek) Pertzborn, Tim Willadsen, Carrie (Stewart) Rodriguez, Kathryn Willadsen and Gail Willadsen; 13 great grandchildren, with one on the way; special friend, Kate; sisters, Madge Buzzell and Marian Buchanan; further survived by many nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband Gale in 1988; daughter, Kathy Reichow in 2008; brother, George; sisters, Caroline, Rose and Mugs.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at BLESSED TRINITY CATHOLIC PARISH AT ST. PATRICK’S CHURCH LODI, 521 Fair St., Lodi, at 11:00 AM, Thursday, April 10, 2014 with Rev. Fr. Chad M. Droessler presiding. Burial will be in St. Patrick’s Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the HAMRE GUNDERSON FUNERAL HOME, 157 S. Main St., Lodi from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm on Wednesday, April 9, 2014 with scripture service being held at 8:00 PM. Visitation will also be on Thursday, April 10, 2014, from 9:30 AM until the time of the service at the church.
Memorials may be made to Columbia County Humane Society, Lodi Food Pantry or St. Patrick’s Catholic Church.
“Perhaps they are not stars in the sky, but rather openings where our loved ones shine down to let us know they are happy.”
Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com
Hamre Gunderson
Funeral & Cremation Care
157 S. Main Street, Lodi
(608)592-3201
Events
Visitation
Wed Apr 9, 2014 @ 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM CDT
Hamre Gunderson Funeral Home • 157 S. Main Street, Lodi, WI null
Visitation
Thu Apr 10, 2014 @ 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM CDT
Blessed Trinity Catholic Parish; at St. Patrick's Church in Lodi • 521 Fair St., Lodi, WI null
Service
Thu Apr 10, 2014 @ 11:00 AM CDT
Blessed Trinity Catholic Parish; at St. Patrick's Church in Lodi • 521 Fair St., Lodi, WI null
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Memories
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Dawn Schmidt
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I have many memories of this wonderful lady. I especially think of her fondly when I wrap up in one of her beautiful homemade quilts! She will be missed by many. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers. Keep those wonderful memories of her close at heart.
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R.C. Ludke
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I Feel like I have been a part Vicki's family since I was a young boy spending weekends at the farm when Cindy & Mike were dating. I remember her Having to get after me & Charlie for Smoking In the chicken coop with the Williams brothers. We were scared she would tell Gale but she didn't! I think we were 9 or 10 years old.We all loved Vicki and will miss her.
R.C. Ludke
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R.Gaines
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To: The Meade Family.I am sorry for your lost.May your love for Victoria and the loving memories she shared with you,may they comfort you in the days ahead.
LJ
Linda Joiner
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Vicky was a kind, gracious, and a beautiful Christian woman. My deepest sympathies to the whole family. You were truly blessed to have her in your lives. Prayers for comfort in your loss, as we also celebrate knowing she is with The Lord Jesus. She was a wonderful grandmother and will be greatly missed by many people.
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Emily Scheuerell
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Vicky was such a wonderful person. The Meade family is in my thoughts and prayers during this time. Sincerely Emily (Blakemore) Scheuerell
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Steve & Carole Harding
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We would like to send best wishes and our condolences to all all the family. We know how much she was loved by everyone there and how much she will be missed.