Ora Nadine

Meade

Ora Nadine Meade daughter of the late Sarah Womack Townsend and Newton Townsend was born at Van Buren, Missouri, on June 15, 1931. She departed this life at Advanced Healthcare Medical Center in Ellington, MO, on June 17, 2007, having attained the age of 76 years and two days.

In the spring of 1950, Nadine was united in marriage to Roy Meade, to this union six children were born. Roy preceded her in death on May 22, 1997. Nadine was a member of the Ellington Assembly of God. Nadine was a seamstress, she enjoyed sewing quilts, dolls and toys. Nadine was a wonderful cook, she always had a great Sunday dinner, for her family. Nadine loved going to church.

Nadine was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, one son, David Meade, two daughters, Pam Meade and Linda Barnes, and two sisters, Maxine Hudson and Ella Marie Jackson.

Nadine is survived by two sons, Donald Ray Meade and wife Donna of Ellington, MO, Anthony Dale "Tony" Meade of Van Buren, MO, one daughter, Darlis Leis of Pevely, MO, three brothers, Dell Townsend of Van Buren, MO, Robert Townsend of Poplar Bluff, MO, Roger Townsend of Winona, MO, 14 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Nadine will be sadly missed by her family and friends who will mourn her passing.

Funeral Services were held at the McSpadden Funeral Home
Tuesday June 19, 2007 at 11:00 A.M.
Minister: Pastor Jim Stewart Burial: Bethlehem Cemetery
Pallbearers: Jason Meade, Don Brunk, Aaron Brunk, Adam Brunk, Richard Walls and Jamie Woods.
Honorary Pallbearers: Harley and Tyler Dement.
Arrangements by McSpadden Funeral Homes, Inc. Ellington, Missouri