George H. Mead

George H. 'Bud' Mead, 92, of Newark Valley, passed away on September 22, 2020. He is survived by his first wife Jewell Parchinski, his daughter Mary Lou (Walt) Alger, step son Bruce Williams, niece Melanie (Dave) Wilkinson, grandchild Matt Wanck, and great grandchildren Morgan, Iris, and Owen. Bud was predeceased by his wife Evelyn Mead and his brother Robert Mead. Bud proudly served his country in the United States Air Force during World War II. Following his time in the service, he was employed by IBM, Endicott until his retirement in April of 1985. Bud loved to travel, especially if his destination included stopping for some ice cream! He was an avid reader and also enjoyed writing poetry in his free time. Friends and family are invited to the MacPherson Funeral Home, Newark Valley, NY for a period of visitation on Thursday, October 1st from 10 to 11:30 am at which time a celebration of his life will be held. Burial will follow in Tioga Cemetery, Owego, NY, where military honors will be accorded. Memories and condolences may be written in Bud's guestbook at macphersonfh.com. . Visitation MacPherson Funeral Home Thursday, October 01, 2020 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM 5 Whig St Newark Valley, NY 13811 Memorial Service MacPherson Funeral Home Thursday, October 01, 2020 11:30 AM 5 Whig St Newark Valley, NY 13811