Zelma Elaine Mead Obituary
The family of Zelma Elaine Mead (Lewis, Kansas) announces her passing on August 18, 2026. Zelma, born on October 28, 1935, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Lynn O. Wheaton and Opal Dorland Wheaton; her husband Jeff Mead; and her siblings, Garrett Wheaton and Loretta Wheaton Sthole.
She is survived by: her children, Lynn Jefferis Mead, Janice Kaye Mead Murfield (Mead), Julie Mead (Pattie) and Jay Murfield; her grandchildren, Nicole (Mead) and Blake Ploger; her children, Jaxon, Jemma, Dustin Mead, Tyler Dykhouse, Faith (Dykhouse) and Taylor O'Connor; and her grandchildren, Brooks and Julia. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family members, and friends.
In lieu of flower the family suggests donations to The Lewis United Methodist Church or the Kiowa County Senior Center.
