Kenneth A. Meyer

Kenneth Arthur Meyer, 81, of Deshler, Ohio passed away on Saturday, July 8, 2017 at Vancrest of Holgate, “and the dust returns to the earth as it was and the spirit returns to God who gave it.” (Ecclesiastes 12:7). He was born April 1, 1936 in Hamler, Ohio to the late Arnold and Amelia (Schwiebert) Meyer. On November 22, 1956, he married Shirley A. Guelde at St. Stephen Lutheran Church, Hamler, and they shared over 60 years together enjoying the blessings of family. He was a member of Peace Lutheran Church, Deshler. He enjoyed time spent in the outdoors: tending flowers, camping, hunting, or just grilling burgers. Ken derived great satisfaction from doing a job well and serving his customers and clients, whether it was at Barhite’s in Hamler, or at the real estate office in Laramie, Wyoming. His family will remember Ken as a lifelong learner. His hobbies and work experiences varied widely, including classes, lessons, and hours of practice no matter the skill. His hours of law enforcement training were put to good use patrolling the Village of Hamler. In 2010 Ken was diagnosed with Lewy Body dementia, which diminished his mind and body over time, but never diminished the Spirit living in him. He is survived by his wife, Shirley; five children, Beth (Don) Laipple, Fort Wayne, Indiana; Brad (Kathy) Meyer, Findlay, Ohio; Curt (Lauren) Meyer, Fort Wayne, Indiana; Jeff (Tina) Meyer, Deshler; Elizabeth “Betsy“ Coffield, Deshler; nine grandchildren; five great grandchildren with two more on the way, and two brothers, Larry (Janet) Meyer, Glendale, Kentucky; Gary (Sandi) Meyer, Cocoa, Florida. He was preceded in death by brothers, William and Donald Meyer, and son-in-law Ken Coffield. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 12, 2017, at Peace Lutheran Church, Deshler with Pastor Peter Heyn officiating. A funeral luncheon will follow in the church fellowship hall. The burial will be a private, family service. Visitation will be an hour prior to the service at the church. Memorials are encouraged to the Alzheimer’s Association, Putnam County Hospice or Peace Lutheran Church. Arrangements were entrusted to Rodenberger Funeral Home, Deshler, Ohio. www.rodenbergerfuneralhome.com

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Kenneth A. Meyer

April 1, 1936 - July 8, 2017