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Kara Casey Meyer Kara Casey Meyer, beloved by all who were fortunate to know her, passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2011 in Coppell, TX. Kara was born on Oct. 3, 1965, raised in Austin, TX, and graduated from Southwest Texas State in December 1987, with degrees in journalism and marketing. She moved to Dallas in 1988 to begin her career as an Account Executive with Stern Monroe, moving to Nouveau Eyewear in 1994 as Marketing Director, eventually becoming Vice President of Marketing during her 8 year tenure. In 2002, Kara joined REM Eyewear as Vice President of Corporate Accounts, being honored as one of Vision Monday's "Most Influential Women in Optical" in 2005. Kara married Jay Meyer on December 3, 1988, and in their 22 years of marriage, raising two wonderful children, Alexis and Christian, enjoying and appreciating every day spent together. Kara is survived by her husband and children, parents Mickey and Pat Casey of Frisco, brother Michael Casey of Frisco and his wife Sheri and their two sons, Garrett and Brennan, sister Kathleen Canales of Georgetown and her husband Chris and daughters Kristen, Kandace and Kate, parents-in-law Jim and Lori Meyer of Horseshoe Bay and sister-in-law Sharon Meyer of Houston. Kara also leaves behind many, many friends and extended family who will miss her dearly. She loved her work, joyfully gave time to her church - teaching and helping with youth programs, but traveling, sailing and spending time with her family were the things she enjoyed the most and held closest to her heart. Kara was a beautiful woman, with a spirit and soul to match. Her sense of humor and quick wit was always on display, as well as her strength, intelligence and gentle heart. Heaven's light just got brighter, while here on earth, ours' has dimmed. Kara's laughter, smile and joy for life will never be forgotten and everyone who knew her will feel her absence. There will be a visitation with family from 6:00-8:00 p.m., on Monday evening, Feb. 21, at Restland Coppell Chapel Memorial Center, 400 South Freeport Pkwy., Coppell, TX and a memorial service will be held Tuesday, Feb. 22 at 2 :00 p.m., at First United Methodist Church in Coppell, 420 S. Heartz Rd, Coppell, TX with a reception immediately following. In lieu of flowers, we ask that donations be made in Kara's name to your favorite charity or to "The Meyer Children College Fund", c/o Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, 1000 Ballpark Way, Suite 209, Arlington, TX 76011, attn: Richard Fennema.

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Published by Austin American-Statesman on Feb. 20, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Kara Meyer

25 Entries

Cécile Gueriau

February 14, 2022

You are still in my heart dear Kara, I miss you very much and I hope you are in peace. I am still in optics all these years and you remain a genuine mentor and generous personality in my heart . I send you and your family my sincere thoughts and energy to keep going on the path...

Susan McCarter

February 28, 2011

Hi Jay, I was so sad to hear the news about Kara. She was such a beautiful person. She had a great laugh and was always smiling. You and the kids will be in my prayers.

February 27, 2011

Jay,Alexis,and Christian-- God will comfort you and give all of us the strength to survive this difficult time. We love you,
Nana and Dado

Richard Platz

February 24, 2011

Jay,
Debbie and I were deeply saddened to hear the news of Kara. We pray that you and the kids can get through this very sad time in your life. We will never forget that great smile of hers when she would walk in the store. Kara will be deeply missed!

Richard & Debbie Platz-The Mail Bag

Teri Cavin D.

February 23, 2011

I will treasure the gift of our friendship forever.

“I thank my God every time I remember you.” Philippians 1:3

Marci Sundbeck

February 23, 2011

Meyer and Casey Families, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Kara and I attended school together in Pflugerville. She was such a lovely person. May you find comfort in your wonderful memories of her.

Marci Bush Sundbeck

Janet Hair

February 23, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

February 22, 2011

To the Meyer family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. May God bless and keep each one of you in his loving embrace.
The LeGros family from CMS North

Susie Sirmons (Palmer)

February 22, 2011

Jay, Meyer family and Casey family,
Kara was an outstanding human being and I am so sorry for her passing. She and I spent a lot of time together at Pflugerville and in college. I will miss her dearly and wish I could be there today for the services.
You will be in my prayers.
God Bless,
Susie Palmer Sirmons

February 21, 2011

We worked with Kara at Tracy Locke - she was such a terrific person. So very sorry for your loss.
Diane Seimetz, Launch Agency

Randy Meador

February 21, 2011

To Kara's Family I am so sorry for your loss. I went to school with Kara at Pflugerville High. Kara was always Smiling and nice to everyone. She will be missed

Tim and Pam Guhlin

February 21, 2011

Pam and I will always have the thought of Kara with us. The cute, fun loving, wonderful girl we knew and "hung out with". It's been too long since we last had that opportunity and now she will always be with us as we knew her then......May god assist you as you go thru the grieving and loss of a wife, a mother, and a friend.

Jan Fisher

February 21, 2011

I am so sad to hear of your loss. Kara and I worked at Embassy Suites together in the early 90's opening many hotels together. She was a class act and will be missed by her friends and family.

Jim Gard

February 20, 2011

I am devastated to learn of Kara's death. When we worked together at Embassy Suites Hotels, she was the light of our department and a strong professional support to us all. She would always see through the baloney and keep us upbeat. My heart goes out to Jay and the kids. I'll miss her dearly. Jim Gard

Michele & David, Dylan, Zac & Isabelle Hernandez

February 20, 2011

We are so sincerely sorry for your loss. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Our prayers are with each of you.

Karen O'Neil

February 20, 2011

With deep sympathies from an old friend who also moved from the hospitality biz to optical way back when. Kara was one class act who will always be remembered. Sending love to Kara's family. Karen Rodgers O'Neil

Joel Hughes

February 20, 2011

Dear Meyer Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I was a classmate of Kara's at PHS, and we were friends. She was always kind and smiling. One of my favorite high school memories is the play we did together called "Of Winners, Losers, and Games." She and I were the leads and we spent many hours rehearsing.
Your family is in my thoughts.
Joel Hughes

Carri Tedstrom

February 20, 2011

We remember Kara as the sweetest, beautiful person. Our thoughts and prayers are with Jay, the kids and her loved ones.
Carri & John Tedstrom (former Pecan Hollow neighbors)

Alison McMillan

February 20, 2011

With deepest sympathy for your profound loss, our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow.

Brian & Alison McMillan

JoAnn Talkington

February 20, 2011

We are so sorry for your loss. We have your family in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless you all.

Mike & JoAnn Talkington and Aaron Maynard

Claire Tingen

February 20, 2011

i heard today of the death of Kara Meyer. While I wasn't great friends with her, i often saw her at Pamela's Boutique when I used to work there. She was vibrant, always happy to see you, never forgot your name and held an amazing taste for outerwear. My thoughts and deepest sympothy goes out to her family, especially sweet Christian who was good friends with my son Noah.

Debra Wolverton

February 20, 2011

Dear Kara's family,
I was a neighbor of Kara's family in River Oaks. Kara was a year older than me, and we were cheerleaders together at Pflugerville Middle School. Pflugerville was small back then and all of us who attended school there were very close. The kids that lived in RIver Oaks really seems like a family. My folks still live just one street away.
Everytime I drive by Kara's old house I remember the parties, and the cheerleader practices there. I often ran into Kara on the campus of SWTSU. I was also a journalism major. I remember Kara always had time for, and was always kind to me. She gave me her phone number at SWTSU and told me to call her if I ever needed anything. She had a great sense of humor and love for life. Everyone adored her!
I'm sorry for your loss,
Sincerely,
Debra Wolverton

Cecile Gueriau

February 20, 2011

Kara was a beautiful angel, I will miss her very much, she taught me a lot and will remember her smile and determination to make things better. She has been here for me when I needed the most. Her precious soul will remain in my heart.

Geri (G) Foreman

February 20, 2011

Kathleen - I am so sorry for the loss of your sister. I have often thought of you through the years. I pray that God will give you and your family the comfort you need during this time. God bless all of you.

Geri Foreman (G)

February 20, 2011

My thoughts and prayers to Kara's Husband and Children, and the rest of the family. I am so saddened to hear the passing of her. We grew up together and she was a dear friend who will truly be missed in this world. May you find the peace and strength to get you through this time of sadness.

R.W. Shamy, Jr.

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