Lawrence E. Meyer's Obituary
Lawrence E. “Larry” Meyer, 74, of Decatur, died at 4:05 p.m. Monday, November 7, 2011 in St. Mary’s Hospital.
Mr. Meyer was born October 1, 1937 in Decatur, son of Leon C. and Marcella G. McLean Meyer. He attended St. James Catholic Church, worked in sales for many years in California and loved to collect stamps. Larry was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Joey.
Larry is survived by his brothers: Don Mary Lou Meyer of Decatur and Richard Meyer of CA; niece, Patricia Sprague; nephews: Chris D. Meyer, Stuart Meyer and Scott Meyer; great nieces: Meghan Swords, Liza Sprague, Aspen Sprague, Kierney Sprague, and Erin Meyer; great nephews: Kerrick Sprague and Steven Meyer; along with many other relatives and friends.
The family will receive friends Friday, November 11, 2011 at Holy Family Catholic Church from 9 until 10 am when a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated, Rev. Joe Molloy celebrant. Burial will take place in Mt. Gilead Cemetery concluding with the “Flight Home” Ceremony. Memorial gifts may be made to: Heritage Behavioral Health Center.
The family wishes to thank the staff at St. Mary’s ICU and 4th floor for taking great care of Larry.
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