
The Venerable John David Meade
Born: September 4th, 1972
Passed on: November 29th, 2017
(Bishop-elect)
In his life he aspired to inspire all those with whom he interacted. By all accounts he met his goals successfully with great humility and an unwavering faith. It is with great sadness that the family of The Venerable John David Meade (Bishop-elect) announce his passing on Wednesday, November 29, 2017 in Corner Brook at the age of 45 years. Born in Port aux Basques on September 4th, 1972, John was the youngest son of Helen (nee Foote) and the late John Meade. He leaves to mourn with precious memories, his loving family: his beloved Kelly, wife of 15 years (daughter of Ron and the late Merella Walsh), his mother Helen, sisters Denise (Floyd) Francis, Kim (Trevor) Decker, brother Jim (Trudi) Meade, brother-in-law Andrew (Shelagh) Walsh, his nieces Allie, Mia, Sierra, Emily, Savanna and nephews Emil, William and Seamus. John also leaves behind a wide circle of family, friends and colleagues. Visitation takes place on Thursday, November 30th at Fillatre's Funeral Home, St. Mark's Avenue, Corner Brook from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. A celebration of John's life will take place at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, Main Street, Corner Brook on Friday, December 1st at 2 pm, followed by interment at the Anglican Cemetery in Sally's Cove on Saturday, December 2nd at 11 am. Flowers are welcome, and donations in memory of John can be made to the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist or to the Renal Dialysis Unit at Western Memorial Regional Hospital. The family guest book may be signed by visiting www.fillatre.ca.