EUGENE MEYER
January 13, 1925 - December 27, 2008
Obituary
Meyer, Eugene A. Weiner Neenah Gene A. Meyer, age 83, passed away at his home on Saturday, December 27, 2008. He was born on January 13, 1925, the son of the late William and Agnes (Hammas) Meyer. Gene was married to Betty Wilke and later divorced. He served his county honorably in the Navy during World War II and Korea on the U.S.S. Louisville and the U.S.S. Weirs. During his service, his ship was struck twice by bombers and once by a torpedo. Amongst adversity, he survived earning 14 medals and 15 battle stars. He entered the Navy in 1942 and served proudly for eight years. Gene loved to dance and was often known as Gene, Gene the dance machine . He enjoyed riding motorcycles, key chain collecting and shuffle board. Gene loved to meet every two years with his fellow naval crew and socialize. He had a zest for life. Gene had a great sense of humor and enjoyed meeting and having fun with friends and family. Gene is survived by his sons: Ron weiner (Deb) Meyer, Steve Beaver (Linda) Meyer; grandchildren: Ronald, Tara, Tracy, Jamie, Justin, Michelle; great-grandchildren: Lauren, Micaiah, Grace, Sonnet, Brooklyn, Nolan; sister, Joanne (Archie) Hinahara; brothers: Don (Hanayo) Meyer, Dick Meyer, Tom (Nancy) Meyer and sister-in-law, Ella Meyer. Gene is preceded in death by brothers: Robert Meyer and John Meyer. Funeral services for Gene will be held on Friday, January 2, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at the Westgor Funeral Home, 205 W. Doty Avenue, Neenah, with The Rev. James E. Seim officiating. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established. WESTGOR FUNERAL HOME 205 W. Doty Avenue Neenah (920) 722-7151
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Jim and Lynn Drechsel
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We are sorry for your loss. We are keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers. Jim and Lynn Drechsel
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Blake and Brenda Barrett
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Condolences to the entire family. Weiner was a great guy, and always had a smile when working at Glatfelter Paper. He was always fun to be around and had a great attitude about life. Blake and Brenda Barrett
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Darryl Lane Family
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Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Joni Ponto-Hansen
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Ron, Beaver and family, Just wanted to express my sympathy in the passing of your dad. That was a great picture in the paper and a nice obituary. I remember so many fun year when you and your dad came up hunting. And some fun times at Uncle Glenn's. Take Care Thinking of all of you at this time. Joni Ponto-Hansen