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Evan Meder Obituary
Green Bay/Madison - Evan Joseph Meder, age 8, passed away on May 22, 2013. He was an Ambassador of Joy to everyone he met.
Evan was born on June 13, 2004 in Raleigh, NC. He had Apert Syndrome, a rare craniofacial disorder that affected most of the bones in his body, and required many surgeries throughout his brief life. Despite his physical limitations and medically fragile condition, Evan approached every day and every event with infectuous enthusiam. Even day to day tasks that most of us simply endure were exciting opportunities to Evan that needed to be savored and enjoyed.
Evan loved everyone, bringing people together to see life through his joy filled eyes. He loved playing with his big brother, spending time with his Mommy and running errands with his Daddy. He loved fishing, playing baseball in the Miracle League, singing and dancing. Evan loved every new experience, loved seeing his friends and family, and meeting new people. Everyone who met him was instantly changed by his joyful spirit. Evan taught us all what was important in life and how to get the most out of every moment.
Evan is survived by his parents Randall and Margaret (Jackson) and his brother, Jonathan; grandparents, Jerome and Judy Meder and Margaret Anne Jackson and many other relatives and friends.
A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, June 2 at First United Methodist Church, 501 Howe St. in Green Bay with Rev. Dave Wilkinson officiating. The family will greet visitors following the service. Memorials may be made to Children's Craniofacial Association, 13140 Coit Road, Suite 517, Dallas, Texas 75240.
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for Evan Meder
September 9, 2013
Deepest sympathy. He will forever be an angel who touched everybody`s heart.
July 20, 2013
We all know, in our heart of hearts; how much love and dedication was given to him selflessly by his adoring parents (and his doctors), what a christian example Randy & Margaret gave to the world!, May God grant you all peace, strength and comfort, knowing Evan IS now with His Father in Heaven, but surely Evan will forever remain an everlasting presence in our lives. Peace & blessings. Sincerely~Sergio & Kathy Heredia and Family
July 17, 2013
He is SO SWEET--I would love to have met him!!!!!!! I can just see
Christ arms around that beautiful child!!
Linda Hau
June 18, 2013
I am so very sad for your loss. I know that you were so proud of your amazing son, and that he brought so much joy to this world while he was here. Please know that my heart goes out to you and your family.
June 2, 2013
What a blessing Evan was during his short time here. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Paul and Becky Covi
Barb Gaura
June 2, 2013
We are so very sorry for your loss. Evans enthusiasm we saw at Miracle League was inspirational. Our prayers are with all of you.
Amanda Oudenhoven-VanRemortel
June 1, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am lucky to have known Evan and have shared his love of music with him. I will always remember his smiling face, his questions, and conversations.
Alyson Boldt
June 1, 2013
I was so grateful to have been able to meet Evan. He always had a smile on his face and never missed a beat. He was always enthusiastic about any situation that came up. I have never met such a resilient young boy. My thoughts and prayers go out to Evan and the Meder family. I will always see his smiling face in my memories of him. With love and prayers
May 31, 2013
To the Meder Family: We are so sorry for your profound loss and we hope that as your pain eases, your memories of Evan remain strong and bring you joy.
Tim Wurgler
May 31, 2013
Randy and Margaret, you are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Matt Pleger's family
May 31, 2013
We will miss him on the ball diamond but we are happy to know there will be lots of baseball in Heaven for your angel.
Trochil Family
May 30, 2013
I am so grateful that we had the opportunity to meet Evan. I saw him just a little over a month ago at Baird. He is such a beautiful little boy! He is now in heaven running free! Our thoughts and prayers are with your family!
Susan Rosin
May 30, 2013
Margaret and family, I just got back from a trip and learned of your loss. I know how special and precious Evan was to you and I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Linda Goddard
May 30, 2013
Thinking of you often. Evan had one of the brightest lights shining from within him that I have ever experienced. He always brought a smile with him. Continued prayers.
Lorna d'Entremont
May 30, 2013
Folks at Special Needs Book Review send you our prayers. Evan and your family have stayed in our thoughts since we read your book. May the lessons Evan taught others on what was important in life and how to get the most out of every moment stay with us.
Annie Reeves
May 30, 2013
We are lifting all of you up in prayer during this difficult time. God Bless and please let us know if there is anything we can do for you.
The Schommer Family
May 30, 2013
There are truly no appropriate words to say. "Sorry" seems so small, yet just as Evan was just a little guy who packed a huge impact, I pray these small words will touch the hearts of your family. Continued prayers, Meder Family.
Carol
May 30, 2013
I volunteered when Evan was in the kindergarten class at Baird Elementary School. He was a happy and loving child and an inspiration to all he came in contact with. The children loved him and always wanted to give him a hug and help him, when needed. My deepest sympathy to the Meder family.
May 30, 2013
We were so sad to learn that Evan passed away. We only spent time with him one summer day at our cottage but it was clear he had contagious enthusiasm and joy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Cathy and Bob Geimer
Jay and Mary Kennard
May 29, 2013
We write to express our deepest sympathy to the entire Meder family on the passing of Evan. We pray for you daily and hope we can support you in the future as you mourn his death.
Sincerely, The Kennard Family (Jay, Andrew, Mary and Chris).
The Sapp Family
May 28, 2013
The meder family are in our prayers and
We are sorry to hear the news about Evan.
Alison
May 28, 2013
We are keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers. What a gift you gave him with your unending love! Love Alison, Pat and Bella
May 28, 2013
A beautiful angel went home. It was a wonderful privilege to have known and worked with Evan. He was truly a blessing to all.
With deepest sympathy to the entire Meder Family. Bonnie Campbell
sarah giesau
May 28, 2013
Dear Meder family & friends
I am so sorry for the loss of evan he was a great lil boy and will be sadly missed by many and I am going miss seeing him at baird n in my sons Tyler's classroom may god bless u all <3 sincerely sarah & tyler
May 28, 2013
Hanger Clinic would like to offer our deepest sympathies to the family of Evan Meder. We are sorry for your loss. Emery, Ross, Paul Leilani and Lynn
May 28, 2013
Evan always had a smile on his face when we came for piano. My deepest sympathies for this unbearable loss. May God keep him safe in his care.
May 27, 2013
We are thinking of you guys, and wish we could have been at the funeral service.
Gretchan, Kurt and Rory, Portland, OR
Don and Janet Rank
May 26, 2013
Oh my dear Meder family,
I just found out and am in shock. Donny and I are so sorry for the loss of your sweet son. You have our deepest sympathy and all of our prayers.
May 26, 2013
Dr Meder and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May you hold tight to the memories of Evan and may they comfort you in your time of grief.He is now among the choir of angels.
Tom, Jean and Michael Schreder
(prior GBBC members)
Hayley Hedges
May 26, 2013
Our thoughts are with you all at this awful time. The Hedges Family U.K x
Jodi Wilson
May 25, 2013
I am lost for words , Know that you are all in our hearts and prayers. Evan will continue to shine brighter than the brightest star. Never meet personally but Evan you sounded awesome!
jeannie vaughn
May 25, 2013
In memory of Evan. I am so sorry for your families loss. He looks like he was a bundle of joy.
Peggu Simonis
May 25, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. As an early childhood special ed teacher in Green Bay, I remember Evan and how precious he was. Your book about your experiences with Evan is a treasure for other families going through difficult times. May our Lord bring you peace and comfort.
Pat, Joni, and Joseph Stephens
May 25, 2013
Although we never met Evan, his loss is very personal to us. We pray the Lord will bring you comfort and peace, and will ease the hurt of the loss of your precious and so special child. May the memory of his smile and his joy give you some comfort in the days ahead. Sending much love from the Stephens family in Kentucky.
Carla Mann
May 25, 2013
I don't know the words to say. We are praying for your family during this difficult time. Evan will remain in our hearts forever. I never met Evan, but I have been touched by him. Give Jonathan an extra hug from all of us. Lots of Love from Mississippi. Tons of friends and family lifting your family up in prayer!
May 25, 2013
Our family is so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers and know Evan is now in God's arms. God bless you and your family during this time and always. Love, Cassidy Mitchell's family
April Baker
May 25, 2013
I am sorry for your loss. Fly high sweetheart, you suffer no more.
Linda Goddard
May 25, 2013
Still in shock. You are all in my prayers. I know Evan is going to be looking down and guiding you with his amazing smile and spirit.
Janette Willet
May 25, 2013
I am heartbroken at the news of Evan's passing your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kris Contreras
May 25, 2013
Margaret, my condolences are with you at this of need. Please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers..
Robin Hill
May 25, 2013
Even though we've never met, your loss is personal for me; I'm so sorry. I can see the joy Evan brought to those around him in the pictures I've seen of him. What a wonderful smile! I'm saddened that I did not know him personally; I know those who did will miss him terribly. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Antoinette O Sullivan
May 25, 2013
Very sorry for your lost so sad to here the news may he rest in pice
Mary zimmerman
May 25, 2013
No spoken words at a time like this can express what is eally in my heart. My deepest sorrow for you and your family. Maybe this warm (HUG) will ease your pain just a little.
Cathie Sears
May 25, 2013
So sorry for your loss. There are no words that can describe how we feel. He will be sorely missed by everyone. Love you all.
Rose Seitz
May 25, 2013
Our deepest sympathies to the Meder family. Our prayers are with you.
Sharon Allbright
May 25, 2013
Sorry to hear of Evan's death. Keeping the Meder family in my thoughts and prayers.
Francis Smith
May 25, 2013
My condolences to you, and my prayers, for your great loss. Evan inspired and brought smiles to all he met.
Melanie Pipkins
May 25, 2013
Our love, thoughts, and prayers are with this warrior's family and friends.
ANDREA GORDON
May 25, 2013
The Gordon Family would like to extend our condolences to your family in your time of loss.
Dede Dankelson
May 25, 2013
My deepest sympathies to the Meder family. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Mary DeBruin
May 25, 2013
Evan truly was an Ambassador of Joy. He brightened the lives of those who had the priviledge to know him.
Cindy and Gisselle The Lange-Rodriguez Family
May 24, 2013
Sorry for your families loss. I seen him come out of school everyday when I would go to pick up my daughter, everytime I seen him he was smiling and was always happy. He'll be sadly missed. We were just talking about him the other day and wondering when we would see him at school again. He truly was an inspiration.
Ian & Olivia Addison
May 24, 2013
Margaret and Dr. Meder,
We are so very sorry to learn of Evan's passing. Please know we are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Create Hair Loft
May 24, 2013
Dear Margaret,
We all so enjoyed getting to meet Evan, he brought such a light with him. We will miss being in the presence of his sweet nature. Our deepest sympathies go out to you and your family.
May 24, 2013
Mr and Mrs Meder and Joanathan,
My deepest sympathy. Evan was truely a special gift from heaven. He was our angel on earth. He brought so much energy and happiness the minute he walked through the door. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Kelly Gitter
Lynn Rotter
May 24, 2013
Margaret - I'm so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Sue Solper
May 24, 2013
Evan was a blessing sent from Heaven to all of us who knew him. Whether it was a blessing of his contagious smile, his inquesitve conversation that turned into sheer laughter, his curious questions about everything,or his sweet innocence of life. Evan treasured and loved his relationships/friendship with his bus drivers, teachers, classmates, paras, therapists, doctors, nurses, grandparents brother, aunts, uncles, cousins, dad and mom. Oh, if we all could have the joy, peace, love and laughter seen through Evans eyes and feel like Evans heart, life was good. I will always remember Evan each morning waiting for him on the school bus,you could see his face peering through the window with that Evans smile. Sometimes his nose was pressed tightly against the window. But as I got on the bus, Evan shouts out,"Here I am Mrs. Solper!" That was Evan. Each day was like the first day of school for him. I thank God that He gave me moments in my day to work with Evan and experience his contagious personality. He will truly be missed. I pray for your family and your sadness. Until we meet again Evan. Thank you Evan for showing us how life should be lived.
With all my sympathy,
Mrs. Solper
ann wittig
May 24, 2013
My son Riley Wittig is very sad about this! He said that Evan always was smiling! What a Hero for bringing such happiness to others..people can learn from him..God Bless
Brenda Young
May 24, 2013
Evan was the highlight of everyday. He greeted you with a smile and provided you with enough joy to last all week. Evan loved life and helped all those around him do the same. It's hard to imagine a world without him in it. Love and miss you so much buddy. Margaret, Randy, and Jonathan, You're such a wonderful family, Evan was so lucky to have you. I'm so sorry for your loss. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of Evan's journey. It was such a blessing to watch each and every accomplishment.
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