Washington, District of Columbia
JACK MEINERS Plant Pathologist Jack P. Meiners, 96, a plant pathologist retired from the U.S. Department of Agriculture''s Research Center at Beltsville, MD died April 24, 2016, after a brief illness. He had lived in Silver Spring, MD since 1958.Dr. Meiners, who joined the...
Read MoreI did not know Jack in life, but thankful for the moment of reflection on his bench on the Rachel Carson Greenway trail. Thank you for the rest, Jack! You've made a stranger happy nine years later. I love this trail too.
Anonymous Hiker
April 19, 2025 | Other
I hiked with Jack for several years up and down the Shenandoah Valley. It is a beautiful spring day and we are going for a walk around a lovely campus. And as is often the case, the beautiful scenery and spring weather put me in mind of Jack with all the good times.
Pat and Diana Knight
April 25, 2020 | Silver Spring, MD | Friend
L.H. (Hank) Purdy worked with Jack in Pullman. We stayed in touch for more than 60 years. Hank died 9-28-15. Jack was an inspiration.
Barbara Purdy
May 11, 2016 | Gainesville, FL
Those who met him can't help but have their spirit lifted. He's one of the most energetic person in his 90's I have ever met. He's an inspiration and will be missed!
Vicky Hsu
May 09, 2016 | Rockville, MD
On behalf of the United States Submarine Veterans (USSVI), I offer our sincere condolences on Dr.Meiners' passing. You and your loved ones are in our thoughts and prayers. We are forever grateful for Dr. Meiners; service to our country in the U.S. Submarine Service. To our Brother we say, Sailor, rest your oar. We have the watch. May you rest in peace and may God bless your loved ones who remain. Thank you for your service to our country."
Now may the Lord of peace Himself give you peace...
Bill Dixon
May 02, 2016 | Cary, NC
To the Meiners Family,
On behalf of the Charleston Base SUBVETS and Swamp Fox Chapter SUBVETS WWII, I offer you our sincere condolences on Jack's passing. We grieve with you on the loss of your loved one and all SUBVETS and their families have your family in our thoughts and prayers. There is no expiration date on the back of our dolphins and Jack will always be remembered as a Brother of the Phin, a member of our Greatest Generation, and a great Patriot.
LT(SS) Jack...
Nick Nichols
May 01, 2016 | SC
Jack was a wonderful role model and hiking companion.
Fred Ferate
May 01, 2016 | Austin, TX
He was an inspiration to all of us. He showed us that even at 90 and beyond one can still be active and live life to the fullest.
Josh Silverman
May 01, 2016 | Fairfax, VA
Missed and remembered.
Michael Roehm
May 01, 2016 | Wiliamsport, MD
