Merle Craddock Mead Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Merle Craddock Mead of Lynchburg, Virginia, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on January 21, 2026 at the age of 88. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her husband H. Winston Mead Jr.; her parents, Russell Lee Craddock and Elizabeth Cocke Craddock; and her sister Aranna Mae Craddock McDowell (late Fred). She is survived by: her sons, Robert Douglas Mead (Christina), Edward Andrew Mead (Lily) and Jeffery Alexander Mead (Amy); her grandchildren, Brianna Mead, Jennifer Mead, Cooper Mead and Skyler Mead; her great grandchild Junie Shahmouradian; and her brother Russell W. Craddock (Gwen). She is also survived by numerous step-children and step-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to West Lynchburg Baptist Church.
