Douglas Meader, 83, of Ottumwa, passed away September 30, 2026 at Ridgewood Specialty Care in Ottumwa.
He was born February 8, 1943 in Manchester, IA to Levi and Edna Sundermeyer Meader. He married Sue Schevers October 3, 1970 and she preceded him in death July 9, 2020.
Doug graduated from Maquoketa Valley High School. He served in the US Air Force where he deciphered codes, serving from 1961 to 1967.
He enjoyed watching the Chicago Cubs and Detroit Lions. Doug was very sharp and could finish any crossword puzzle. He was a talented carpenter and was always working with his hands. Doug loved playing cards, the morning paper and sweet treats, especially Oreos. Most of all, Doug loved his family, and spending time with his grandchildren. He always filled his wife’s car with gas and made sure his kids and grandkids were slipped a $10 bill before they left.
Surviving are his children, Wayne (Karen) Meader of Marion and Shannon Simonsen (Nolan Eakins) of Bloomfield; 2 grandchildren, Elizabeth Simonsen (Abe Parker) and Jon Simonsen both of Bloomfield; sisters, Greta Bond of Delaware, and Joanne (Dan) Alden of Center Point; and brother, David (Phyllis) Meader of Manchester; along with many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Terry Meader.
His body has been cremated and a service will be held by the family at a later date.
Memorials may be made to the Cure Alzheimer’s Fund or American Legion Post #45 in Manchester.
