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1926
DIED
2010
Ernest Meier Obituary
Ernie gave much of his time to community groups. He was a member of Lodi Masonic Lodge #256 F. & A.M., Stockton Scottish Rite Bodies, Ben Ali Shrine, Tokay Shrine Club, Lodi High Twelve Club, I.O.O.F. #259, San Joaquin Valley Swiss Club, San Joaquin County Sheriff Dept. Stars, Lodi Grape Festival Board of Directors and the American Legion Post #22.
Ernie is preceded in death by his wife, Marilyn, who died October 5, 2010, and siblings Conrad Meier and Elizabeth (Meier) Alplanalp. He is survived by children Jan (Steve) Manildi of Lodi, Ernie (Diane) Meier of Lodi, Donna (Rick) Webb of Mexico, MO, Sharon (Jim) Davis of Arnold and Doris (Matt) Vale of Lincoln City, OR, his sister Hallie Luond of Atwater, 10 grandchildren and 21 Great Grandchildren
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, December 7, 2010 at 11:00 am in the chapel of the Donahue Funeral Home. Committal will be private. Visitation will be Monday 2:00pm to 8:00pm and Tuesday 9:00am to service time at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to: Hospice of San Joaquin, 3888 Pacific Ave., Stockton, CA 95204 or to Shriners Hospitals for Children, 2425 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95817.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ernest Meier
December 10, 2010
Ernie and Diane..Carol and I extend our sadness over the loss of your dad and we sure enjoyed the time here in the Desert that we last shared a meal together...he sure loved that Crab Dinner....he was a great man and a great friend to know. Buddy and Carol Cash
John & Marie Schallberger
December 10, 2010
We always enjoyed visiting with Ernie whenever we saw him. He was always so friendly and a happy person. Our sympathy to all the family. John really enjoyed talking with all of the family at his service. Our prayers are with all of you.
December 8, 2010
To a true friend all these years.That smile of his was worth a thousand words.
To Ernie and Jan our thoughts are with you.
Sincerely
VERN and SHARON SANTOS, TUCSON AZ.
Michael and Ida Conley
December 7, 2010
To Ernie, Jan and all family members;
We are so sorry for the passing of your dad, Ernie. We love you all and our prayers are with you. God Bless!
Sincerely,
Michael and Ida Conley
Ron Mayer
December 7, 2010
Ernie and Jan,
I am so sorry Ernie to lose both it is so hard. Alice and I will be praying for you guys we are so sorry.
our condolences
Ron and Alice Mayer
December 7, 2010
Dear Jan, Steve and Family,
We were saddened to learn that Ernie passed away. He was a true gentleman and friend. He will be misssed. We extend our sincere sympathies and condolences to his family
Sincerly,
Mike and Patricia Manassero
Jim Sturman
December 7, 2010
Dear Meier Family,
So sorry to read of Ernie's passing. I wasn't aware that Marilyn passed on last month. My prayers are with you all. What great memories I have of your family. Ernie's infectious smile always drew me to him in a crowd! What a great legacy you all have in your mom and dad! Please call upon me if there is anything I can offer for help.
Doug Holck
December 7, 2010
What a great individual.
It is a privledge to have known him.
Fred and Clare Reynolds
December 6, 2010
Dear Meier Family,
May God bless you at this difficult time. Losing both parents in such a short period of time will be a difficult cross to bare. Time is the key...and memories will be your comfort. We are thinking of you during this difficult time. And....Daisy Avenue will not be the same!
David Cabral
December 6, 2010
I enjoyed working with Ernie, he was fun to be around. i will miss him.
Sharon Mindt
December 5, 2010
Dear Ernie Jr. and family,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Last week you brought your dad to our home so he could say "hi" and check up on Steve's condition. You have now idea how much his visit warmed Steve's heart. To think of what Ernie was going through and still thinking of and showing concer for others that are ill. It is an honor to have been his friend!!!
Love and friendship,
Steve and Sharon Mindt
Deb Russell-Torre
December 5, 2010
Dear Janet, Ernie, Sharon, Donna & Doris,
Our thoughts are with you all right now. Over the last few days, Mom and I have shared many, many fond memories of your dad and how genuinely good he was to all who knew him. Please know that you are in our hearts and prayers now (and always). Love, Norma & Deb
Donna Ehrhardt-Mann
December 5, 2010
Dear Jan, Ernie, Donna, Sharon, Doris and family,
I want to share my deepest sympathy with you all at the loss of your father, grandfather, great-grandfather and to many of us, dear friend. I was aware he was ill, but I knew he wanted to be there to take care of your Mom. Now their spirits have been reunited and there is no pain. God blessed him with a wonderful family and a beautiful life. And God bless you taking such good care of him. My arms reach out to hug and comfort you all...be strong. He left such a wonderful legacy...all of you!
Donna Ehrhardt-Mann
December 4, 2010
Dear Jan, Ernie, Donna, Sharon, Doris and family, Your Dad was the greatest!! I sincerely think he missed Marilyn so much he needed to be with her in spirit. Sometimes souls are so closely knit, you just know in your heart, they are meant to be together, and your folks were that way. My heart goes out to you all for your loss. I so wish I could be there for you as you have been for me. Love...Donna
Pat Manly
December 4, 2010
Ernie,
I am sorry for your loss of your Dad. When I read in your Dad's obituary that you had also lost your Mom just a few months ago, it brought to mind losing both my folks just a few months apart 7 years ago. My Mom passed away in September, 2003, followed by my Dad in January, 2004. Those were difficult days and my heart goes out to you. My oldest brother also passed away just 6 months after my Dad had died, so we dealt with 3 deaths in our family in just 10 months. Tough, tough times. I still miss them a lot. Hope you can cope with these losses well. Time does help. Take care, Pat
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