Donald Lee Meyer's Obituary
Donald Lee Meyer, 89, of Decatur, IL passed away February 14, 2022 at Decatur Memorial Hospital.
Donald was born August 15, 1932 in Decatur, IL, the son of Leon and Marcella (McLean) Meyer. He married Mary Lou Noonan on November 10, 1956 at St. Thomas The Apostle Catholic Church, Decatur, IL.
Donald was a veteran of the US NAVY. Following his military service he had made a career with the telephone company, retiring after 32 years of service. Following his retirement, he owned and operated Don’s Telephone Service for 10 years.
Don was a member of the American Legion, Golden K Kiwanis and Knight’s of Columbus 577. He was an active community volunteer and was instrumental with the Telephone Pioneer Shoe Program. During his spare time he enjoyed creating stained glass.
Surviving are his wife, Mary Lou; children, Chris David Meyer (Sue) of Fairfax, VA, Patricia Kay Sprague (Doug) of Decatur, IL; grandchildren, Meghan Kateman (Troy), Liza Dziki (Joe), Kerrick Sprague (Angel), Aspen Sprague, Kierney Sprague, Erin Meyer, Steven Meyer; great grandchildren, Wesley Sprague, Braden Sprague, Emily Dziki and Ben Dziki.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Richard, Lawrence and Joe Meyer.
A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM Wednesday, February 23, 2022 at Holy Family Catholic Church. Visitation will be from 10 – 11 AM Wednesday, February 23, 2022 at the church. Inurnment will be at Mt. Gilead Cemetery.
Memorials: Holy Family Catholic Church
The Moran and Goebel Funeral Home has been entrusted with the care of Don.
Condolences may be left to Don’s family at www.moranandgoebel.com.
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