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Peter Shaun Meyer

May 13, 1964 - Aug 18, 2024 (Age 60)

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In Memory of Peter Meyer It is with a heavy heart that I remember Peter, who passed away on August 18, 2024. His leadership and kindness left a lasting impact on all of us, and he will be deeply missed. This year (2025) has been particularly challenging for me, as I also lost my only child, Kaleb, after a brief illness. He was just 20 years old and in his second year at the University of Maryland, College Park. The pain of losing loved ones has been profound, and we carry their memories...

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My deepest sympathy and condolences to you and your family. This is really sad news. Peter was very kind, intelligent, humorous, and always generous to everyone. I enjoyed working with him at NCHS/DRM. He played a huge role in my success and I am forever grateful for that. Peter will be deeply missed!

My deepest condolences to you and your family. Peter always had a smile on his face every time I spoke with him. He was very passionate about his work, while being very pleasant with his colleagues. He will surely be missed by so many!

I am sorry to hear of Peter's passing. Sending sincere condolences to Nancy, Campbell, and family. Working with him at NCHS/ORM for several years before I retired, I will never forget his warmth and kindness. One morning arriving at work, I broke down in tears as I stepped off the elevator. Peter approached me and I told him I just received a call that my older brother was dying of lung cancer. He took the time to sit and talk with me in his office until I was able to regain my...

I am sorry to hear this sad news and share your loss. As everyone else is saying, Peter was a very kind, generous, and helpful with everyone. I will always remember his smile and sense of humor. My deepest condolences to the family. He will be remembered fondly by all of his NCHS friends. Rest in peace, Peter.

I feel so sorry to know that Peter passed away. He was a great colleague and mentor to me while at NCHS. He always wore a uniform, which make him look very serious. But we all know that he is very informal and humorous. Most importantly, he cared very much about our (his colleagues) needs and always came up with ideas to support us. Beyond work, he has lots of knowledge in many disciplines. He is like an encyclopedia to me. It always had been fun to listen to his stories. I really miss him.

Peter, when I met him at DLIFLC in Monterey, struck me as confident and jovial out of the gate. We were in an environment (Russian Language School) where 1/2 of the participants failed and he always seemed to have a sense of grace and tenacity in the way he approached things. This turned out to be the case as long as I knew him.

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Peter Shaun Meyer, aged 60, passed away on August 18, 2024, in Washington, District of Columbia. Born on May 13, 1964, in Sarasota, Florida, Peter grew up to be a distinguished individual, both in his professional and personal life. Peter attended Tarpon Springs High School before pursuing higher education at the University of the District of Columbia, George Mason University, and the University of Maryland-College Park. His academic foundation set the stage for a remarkable career that combined public service and expertise in data security. In his professional journey, Peter dedicated four years to the U.S. Army and 17 years to the U.S. Public Health Service, showcasing his commitment to the nation and public health. He served in pivotal roles at the National Center for Health Statistics, including Deputy Director of the Division of Research Methodology and Director of the NCHS Research Data Center. Later, as a Senior Fellow for NORC at the University of Chicago, he was nationally recognized for his expertise in data confidentiality and security. Peter's life was not all work; he had a vibrant array of hobbies. He was an avid world traveler, an enthusiast of economics and history, and had a unique passion for collecting loud shirts. His curiosity about the world was fueled by exploring through Atlas Obscura, which allowed him to discover the lesser-known wonders of the globe. He leaves behind his loving wife, Nancy Atkinson; son, Campbell Atkinson-Meyer; mother, Sherry (Guerry) Thode; father, Gary (Gil) Meyer; brother, Michael (Bev) Meyer; brother-in-law, Bill (Elizabeth) Atkinson; and nieces Emily (Michael), Jessica (Sean), Emma, Abby, and Izzy. Peter was preceded in death by his aunt, Linda Ciokan. A Celebration of Life will be held in both Maryland and Florida, with dates and times to be announced, honoring Peter's impactful life and legacy.

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