Wallace Meade

Wallace “Ted” Theodore Meade, 72, of Kankakee, passed away on Monday, September 28, 2026, at St. Mary’s Hospital. He was born August 12, 1954, in St. Louis, Missouri, the son of James William and Bonnie Sue (Dozer) Meade. Ted married the love of his life, Christine Mary Hisel, on August 15, 1977, in Las Vegas, Nevada. They later had their marriage blessed in June 1978 at St. Mary’s Immaculate Conception Catholic Church by Father Vandeboncouer. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy, where he worked as a dental technician. Following his military service, he continued his career as a mental health technician. He was member of the Knights of Columbus and was an ACE Certified Fitness Instructor. Ted enjoyed staying active, known as a fitness enthusiast. He enjoyed golfing and bowling in his younger years and treasured the friendships he made through those activities. He also loved traveling, with memorable trips to Jamaica and Las Vegas among his favorites. He valued the many friendships he formed throughout his life, including friends from work, working out, high school, the Knights of Columbus, and the golf course. Surviving are his wife, Christine Meade; his siblings, William “Bill” (Cheryl) Meade, Mimi (Grant Dona) LaFleur, Paula (David) Thaggard, Beki (Robert) Etheridge, J.J. Meade, and Patricia (Bill) Owen; along with numerous nieces and nephews; as well as many dear friends. He was preceded in death by his parents. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Burial will also be held at a later date at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood.