Quincy, Illinois
Nov 8, 1944 – Jul 5, 2025
Well known Quincy artist and distinguished professor at Quincy University, Robert Lee Mejer, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025 in Quincy, Illinois. Robert was born November 8, 1944, in South Bend, Indiana, the son of Vincent Frank and Marion Elaine Jewett Mejer. He was a graduate of St....
Read MoreI'm saddened at the news of Bob's passing. I've known him since the late 1970's when I took art classes at QU. He was a major influence as supported, encouraged, and challenged me as an artist. Bob was always kind and I greatly enjoyed his company. He has left a legacy that is unmatched, and his influence and teaching will continue impacting generations to come. Rest in peace, Bob.
Ellen Rigor
July 09, 2025 | Friend
He was a good teacher, and artist, with a beautiful soul. He understood creativity was like the universe of your . " mistakes and spontaneous marks where the mother of creation. " he'd say... as far as art and creatively are concerned. We'll miss you
Dan Ferguson, fellow artist
July 08, 2025 | Friend
I loved having Mr. Mejer as a teacher for watercolors during the summers at QC...after graduating. Such a gifted teacher and artist!
Trudy Irwin Wille
July 07, 2025 | School
Bob was a eccentric and Brilliant man. Never one to dance to his own drummer, the world will be less without him.
Barb Wehmer
July 07, 2025 | Friend
