Robert L Mead Sr., age 70, of Steger, Illinois passed away peaceful November 22, 2015. Loving father of Paula (Dennis) Bovara, Pauline (Robert) Davis, Robert (Virginia) Mead Jr. and Valerie (Robert) Wood. Cherished grandfather of eight grandchildren and three Great grandchildren. Dear brother of Bill Mead, George (Kim) Mead, Terry (Cheryl) Mead and Susan (Ronald) Haigh. Robert was preceded in death by four sisters. Robert retired after over 40 years as a truck driver of Teamsters Local 731. Visitation will be Wednesday, November 25, 2015 from 3:00 PM until the time of the funeral service 8:00 PM. at Smits-Steger Memorial Chapel, 3045 Chicago Rd., Steger, IL. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Interment to be private. Information call (708) 755-6100 or www.smitsfh.com.