Julian Mead

Julian Mead of Wasilla, Alaska, passed away April 18, 2017, surrounded by his family. Jules was born in Evanston, Illinois, to Paul and Louise Mead on December 20, 1938. He is survived by his wife, Leslie Mead, and four children, Brian Mead, Kelle Deluca, Jennifer Dawkins, and David Mead.

In 1965, Jules met Leslie in Evanston, Illinois, and married a year later. In 1972, with their young family, they made the trek to Alaska and immediately fell in love with its rugged beauty and vast opportunities. They settled in Wasilla and bought Teeland’s Country Store.

​In 1974 Jules gave a home to the newly formed Iditarod Trail Race, upstairs in Teeland’s Country Store. He supported the Iditarod as a sponsor, volunteer, Treasurer, Vice-President, and Executive Director. Jules continued his support by serving as the Treasurer of the Iditarod Historic Trail Alliance from 2012 until his passing.​

Jules loved adventure, traveling with his wife, entertaining friends and family, a round of golf, and a good glass of red wine.

The Memorial Celebration of Life for Julian Edmond Mead will be held at the Albatross at Settlers Bay Golf Course, Sunday, June 11, 2017, starting at 2 p.m.