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Becca Meissner Obituary
Becca (Barber) Meissner, compassionate wife, expectant mother, athlete and adventurer passed away from influenza unexpectedly on March 23 at the age of 26 while vacationing with her husband in Florida. The family grieves the additional losses of their unborn twins Benjamin Grindle and Stella Ann Meissner, the next generation to share her abiding love of life and infectious smile.
Becca grew up in Prior Lake, Minnesota where she was outdoors at every opportunity, hiking, canoeing and hunting. Becca's profound appreciation for nature complimented her giving spirit and artistic beauty she shared with others.
Always a talented and highly competitive athlete, Becca was well known for her optimistic attitude and determination, yet playful and accepting character. At Prior Lake High School, Becca lettered in softball, volleyball and band; she played infield for the University of Minnesota Gophers women's softball team. After graduating college with a business degree, she carried her team spirit to a career at CHS where she thrived on the diversity of challenges and was entrusted to major projects.
Family was vitally important to Becca. Even as she began new chapters in her life, she continued to enjoy numerous family trips and events. Becca always made those around her feel special and loved.
Becca is survived by her soulmate, best friend and adoring husband, Dave; parents Jeff Barber, Pam (Mike) Lattery; sister Chelsey (Chris) Henney; brother Derek Barber; grand-parents Bill and Jody Barber, Nancy (Bill) Carlson, Dan (Fran) O'Hara; mother and father in-laws Mary Kay and Randy Meissner; sister in-law Lisa (Brian) Warner; sister in-law Amy (Bryan) Meissner Huerta; niece and nephew Scarlett and Ashton Warner; and many other family members.
A celebration of Becca's life will be held on Sunday, April 3, 2:30pm at Hope Glen Farm at 10276 East Point Douglas Road S in Cottage Grove, MN 55106, please dress accordingly for the weather.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Dave Meissner to help cover the medical expenses for Becca and their babies.
Dave Meissner
8200 Humboldt Avenue South Suite 109
Bloomington, MN 55431
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March 10, 2017
Although No word is enough to help you take away your pain, but our Heavenly Father can give the strength and the comfort to those with a broken heart. Psalms 9:9. May you be granted the inner peace to help you cope with your loss. Our thoughts are with you; Please accept our sincere condolences.JW Florida
Amy Erstad
April 3, 2016
My prayers are with all of you. May your Angel's rest in peace.
JoAnn Bowman
April 3, 2016
WE are so sorry for your loss. May you find peace and comfort from our Lord and Savior.
JoAnn and Bob Bowman, friends of the Hales
Sonia Barber
April 2, 2016
My condolences to the families. God has gained a beautiful angel.
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Jane Bradley
April 2, 2016
My thoughts and prayers to all of Becca's family and friends. A wonderful person who touched so many with her spirit, kind and inspirational personality, taken way too soon and will be greatly missed by so many.
Lori Matson
April 2, 2016
Jeff and family,Im so sorry for your loss. Please know im thinking about you. Lori Matson
Michelle Thorson
April 2, 2016
You are all in my thoughts and prayers, such a loss! Hope you are able to keep her beautiful spirit with you as you go through your individual grieving processes! Hugs! Big hugs to you all!
Audry Olson
April 2, 2016
Sending love and prayers, with deepest sympathy for all those who mourn for Becca and her unborn children.
April 1, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
April 1, 2016
So sorry to hear this, Mary Kay and Randy----I will certainly keep you in my thoughts and prayers!
Ruminski Family
March 31, 2016
Meissner Family, We are sorry to hear the loss of your daughter in law and grandchildren. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Scott and Sharon Shebesta
March 31, 2016
Deepest and sincerest condolences to the entire family.
Sara Schuh
March 31, 2016
I am so Sorry for your Loss.
My family's prayers are with you all.
Susie Kornely
March 31, 2016
Our hearts are breaking for all of you, please know we are praying for all of you that you may find peace. All our love and hugs.
Dean and Susie Kornely
Kelly and Jim Eells
March 30, 2016
May a God grant you strength !
Kelly and Jim Eells
March 30, 2016
Everyone from Two Rivers Wisconsin is praying for you the Meissner and Barber families, on this tragic loss. May you find comfort in all your beautiful memories, God, family and friends during this time.
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