Mead of Billerica formerly of Waltham and Newton, January 4, 2017, Richard E. Mead, age 78. Beloved husband of the late Linda L. (Moody) Mead. Devoted father of Melissa Elouazzani of Billerica. Loving grandfather of TJ and Jazmeen Elouazzani of Billerica. Uncle of Natasha Mosley of Fitchburg and Heidi Thayer of Fitchburg and several other nieces and nephews. A memorial wake will be held in the Burns Funeral Home, 354 Boston Rd., (Rt. 3A), Billerica, Wednesday, January 11, from 4-7 pm. Relatives and friends invited. Richard enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, watching their sports and also his beloved pets. He served in the U.S. Army and National Guard for 29 years, he was an expert marksman and sharp shooter. Taxi driver for Veterans Transportation, Waltham. www.burnsfuneralhomes.com