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JOHN MEYERS Obituary

JOHN RICHARD MEYERS COLCHESTER - John Richard Meyers, age 46 of Colchester, died on Sept. 4, 2013, after a brave and determined 15-year battle with cancer. He passed peacefully in the Respite House in Williston, with his family at his side. John was born June 20, 1967, in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., son of Richard and Pamela (Fisher) Meyers of Jericho. He was a graduate of Rice High School, class of 1985, but attended high school for the first three years at Patch American High School in Germany while living abroad with his family. He attended Clarkson and UVM. On Aug. 10, 1991, he married Katrina (Hoes) Meyers at Trinity Episcopal Church in Shelburne. They recently celebrated their 22nd anniversary together. John started his career after UVM as an overnight DJ at WVMT radio. From there, he went to become News Director at WEZF radio. Sales called to him and he moved to advertising sales there, selling to accounts large and small. Having always been a car guy, he moved to selling cars at Saturn of South Burlington for Freedom Partners. He went on to manage the Freedom Chevy-Jeep dealership in Waterbury before returning to South Burlington to manage at Chrysler and Saturn before his health forced him to leave full time work. In addition to his paid careers, his passion was being a member of the Colchester Center Volunteer Fire Company. He always wanted to be a firefighter and joined shortly after his marriage. His dedication to the fire company took him through Engineer, Lieutenant, Captain and trainer as a fireline officer until his health made it so that he could no longer respond to calls. Not willing to stop volunteering and leave the fire service, he became PR Officer and President of the company until last year when his health further prevented that level of activity. Even though he couldn't fight fire, he often showed up at fire calls, wearing his helmet and coat, armed with a camera, chair, and coffee and took pictures. He launched the company's Facebook page and kept the community apprised of the important work they do at CCVFC. During his 22 years on the company, he trained and inspired countless firefighters both from the Center and Saint Michael's Fire, many of whom have gone on to full-time fire service careers. Last year, his daughter became a junior member and his son plans to when he is old enough, continuing his legacy in the fire service. Fighting cancer for the children's entire lives made it so that he was not able to do many of the traditional fatherly things he wanted to, such as coaching sports or being active in scouts. But he used his love of photography to document the kids' activities, for many years providing a year-end DVD of photos of all kids in the group for the parents to enjoy. He attended every sporting event, concert, and performance that he could, either walking, with a cane, or in a wheelchair. His determination meant that he spent many more years with his family than the doctors ever predicted. He is survived by his wife, Katrina; daughter, Meghan (16); son, Liam (13); his parents, Richard and Pamela Meyers; sisters, Kara Miller and Jen Meyers; and many cousins, aunts, uncles, and family friends. John saw everyone as family, especially his fire brothers and sisters on many departments. During his illness, his friends and fire brothers and sisters came to his bedside nightly to keep him company and continued to be entertained by his antics, even as he weakened. His family cannot sufficiently express their gratitude for the support of family, friends, and our brothers and sisters of the fire service. This support carried his family through his long illness to the peaceful end of his life. Calling hours will be held at Ready Funeral Home, Mountain View Chapel on Pinecrest Drive in Essex on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013, from 3 to 6 p.m. Memorial services will be held at Essex Alliance Church on Sunday, Sept. 8, 2013, at 2:30 p.m. A Firemen's Funeral Parade and graveside service will follow at the cemetery behind Colchester Center Fire Company on Main Street. Online condolences may be made to www.readyfuneral.com. Contributions in lieu of flowers may be made in John's name to Colchester Center Volunteer Fire Company, 483 Main St., Colchester, VT 05446.

Published by The Burlington Free Press on Sep. 6, 2013.
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We will always remember John fondly as a person, and with much admiration for the way he chose to live so fully in the face of such a daunting diagnosis. We wish you didn't have to go so soon, but we wish you well, John, on your next grand adventure! Katrina, Megan, and Liam, we are so sorry for your loss, and are thinking of you.

Mike and Jess LaClair

September 12, 2013

Katrina & Family,

You are in our thoughts and prayers. You have a wonderful angel watching over you.

Heather Hinman

September 11, 2013

I will never forget our time together at CCVFC. Only certain couples from the fire company will remember singing the "Dashboard Lights" song together.

Rest in Peace my brother.
Chris Howland

Chris Howland

September 9, 2013

Katrina, Megan and liam,
I knew John years ago when I worked at Saturn. He was a good man just starting his family. Very sorry for your loss, n the the struggle you've all been through. Love one another n hold each other tight. Your angle is watching over you all.

Jenn & Dennis Ethridge

September 9, 2013

Katrina, Meghan,Liam
We are so sorry, I know you will have an angel watching over you. He will be the sun shinning upon you fist thing in the mornings, and the gentle breeze at the end of the day. He will always be with you. You are in our prayers as you learn to navigate your way over these next few months. We send our love your way. Remember your community stands behind you. RIP John

Donna & Conrad Ritchie & Boys

September 8, 2013

Katrina and Family
You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time of your loss. John fought a very hard battle and knew it was time to stop the fight. Be strong and know that he is in a peaceful place now. Pat Kalesnik

September 8, 2013

John; While we have been away from Vermont for nearly two decades I will always remember the great times we had at the CCVFC. Your legacy will live on. The Ryan Family, Dupont WA.

September 8, 2013

Katrina and family,

You are in our thoughts and prayers at this time of deep sorrow on your loss of beloved father and husband.

Deepest sympathies,

Brian & Lisa Campbell

September 8, 2013

John .... You will be missed. We spent many hours together at fires, training or just hanging out. I will remember those times. Dixie and I are praying for Katrina and your kids to get through the tough days that will follow.

Bob Callahan

September 8, 2013

Katrina and family- I am so sorry for your loss. You're in my thoughts.

Wendi Wilson-Whitaker

September 8, 2013

I will always look back on the 5 years we had so much fun in Waterbury working together. See you on the other side Brother. May God bring peace to your loved ones left behind.

Greg Lee

September 7, 2013

Dear Pam and Rick. Both Karen and I share your grief. Please Remember you have many Friends who share this moment of Sadness with you.
Ralph and Karen Stetson

Ralph T. Stetson III, KD1R

September 7, 2013

Meghan, you and your family are in my heart and prayers today.

Carrie Robinson

September 7, 2013

Katrina, Megan, and Liam,
So sorry for your loss. John's courage, strength, and humor are a legacy never forgotten. May peace and love surround you during your sorrow. You are in my thoughts.

Juliet Rozhon-Hunt

September 6, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. Love to Katrina, Liam and Megan. You are all so amazing-much like John.

Emily Wilcox Jon Boynton

September 6, 2013

John Thanks for letting me be a small part of your history - the adventures, laughs and fires together will never be forgotten. May your family find some peace in knowing that the world became a better place because you were in it. Rest easy.

Marc Minkler

September 6, 2013

John fought the good fight for a long time. All our love and sympathy to Katrina, Meghan, Liam, Rick, Pam and the rest of the Meyers family that love John so much.He will be missed.

Lois & Tim Meyers

September 6, 2013

Katrina, Megan and Liam,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We have always thought of you as "family" and will always continue to do so. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you.

Jim & Ann Maynard

September 6, 2013

Katrina, Megan & Liam,
We are so sorry to hear of John's passing. May he rest in peace. You are all in our thoughts.
Kara, Bruce, Sam & Ella Rose Gibbs

Kara Gibbs

September 6, 2013

Jim

September 6, 2013

Paul Zuchowski

September 6, 2013

Thank you John for the inspiration. And thank you for teaching me at many trainings on the fire department.

Chris Eldridge

September 6, 2013

From a SMFR member, thank you John for all you have done for our community. Thoughts and condolences to John's family.

Anna Fetterolf

September 6, 2013

Mark,Kimberly,Megan,Chloe Bullock

September 6, 2013

Sandra Gonzalez

September 6, 2013

From this day forward, all dictionaries should have John's picture next to the words Strength, Courage, Determination, and Dignity.

Jeff Rogers

September 6, 2013

Our family is deeply sorry for the pain and sorrow that your family has endured over the last fifteen years. John was truly a gem. He put others first. His documentation and memories will live on forever. John, may you rest in peace and know how much we all loved you.

Nancy Johnson

September 6, 2013

You are an amazing man, father, friend, Fire Fighter, you give the meaning to family and will be deeply missed <3

Christine Barton

September 6, 2013

Thank you for everything you have done John, rest in peace my friend..

Justin

September 6, 2013

Peace

September 6, 2013

John will always be remembered for his sense of humor, commitment to his community, but most of all for being a loving man to his family, friends, and all who knew him.
Our most heartfelt sympathy,
The Barden Family

September 6, 2013

John was truly an amazing man. His love for his family was special. His legacy and memories will continue by all the people he touched and inspired. With my deepest sympathy, Jessica Ginsburg Stoops.

September 6, 2013

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