Vaughn F Meyer

Vaughn F. Meyer, 74, of North Platte, passed away January 12, 2019 at UNMC at Omaha.  He was born June 6, 1944 to Otto John and Geraldine (Houck) Meyer at Grand Island.   He graduated from North Platte High School with the class of 1962 and later served in the United States Navy. Vaughn was united in marriage to Judith McCallister on May 4, 1964 in San Diego, CA While in California, he worked in the shipyards.  Judith passed away in 2000.  On February 16, 2007, he was united in marriage to Mary Brememkamp at Julesburg, CO. 

Vaughn retired from Union Pacific Railroad in 2009 after many years.  He enjoyed golfing, bowling, fishing and playing pool.  He spent the last eight winters in Arizona.  He was a member of the Eagles Lodge, where he enjoyed helping in the kitchen. 

He is survived by his wife, Mary of North Platte; daughters, Teresa (Ron) Stewart of North Platte, Tracy (Chris) Frederick of Hershey and Tamyra Jones of North Platte;  son, Timothy (Virginia) Meyer of Aurora, CO; brother, Ron (Nikki) Meyer of North Platte; stepson, Bill (Wendy) Thompson of North Platte; 16 grandchildren, Matthew, Mark, Danielle, Andy, Sean, Alicia, Tyler, Brooke, Amber, Colby, Roni, Zaquery, Shyann, Teddy, Jonathan and Kadence; 10 great grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, family friends and furry companions.  He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Judith; three brothers, Ed Stoeger, Bill Meyer and Bob Meyer. 

Online condolences may be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com. A memorial has been established in his memory. Visitation with family receiving friends will be from 5:00 p. m. to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday January 16, 2019 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel.  Cremation will follow.  Services will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 18, 2019 at the Berean Church with the Rev. John Stone officiating.  Inurnment will be at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens.  Carpenter Memorial Chapel is in care of arrangements.