William M. Meade Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of William M. Meade (Saint Joseph, Missouri), born in King City, Missouri, who passed away on December 9, 2025 at the age of 95. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Though William may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those William touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Rev. James W Meade and Osta D Meade; and his siblings, Marvin Lee Meade, James M Meade and Mildred Rainey.
He is survived by: his wife Helen Stevens; his daughter Peggy Meade Shaw; and his former wife Charlotte Reinschmidt.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 14th 2025 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory (5005 Frederick Ave, Suite A, St Joseph, MO 64506). A funeral service will be held on Monday, December 15th 2025 at 3:00 PM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to Friends of the Animal Shelter of St. Joseph or the Patee Park Food Pantry.
