Hal Meling Obituary
Hal was born November 17, 1953, to parents John and Norva (Chrisman) Meling in Marshalltown, IA. He married Pamela Johnson on December 23, 1971. Hal enlisted in the United States Army where he served six years as a tank driver. He was honorably discharged in 1977.
Hal worked various jobs, including semi-truck driver and security guard. He loved playing the guitar and singing for family and friends. He also loved getting out on the open road, riding his motorcycle, along with friends.
Hal is survived by his wife Pamela; son Scott Meling (David); daughters Shawn Meling (Trever), Sarah Cifuentes, and Violia McKenzie (Jordan); grandchildren River, Kaden, and Hunter Meling, and Daniel and Briana Cifuentes; as well as many nieces and nephews, close friends, and honorary grandchildren.
Hal was preceded in death by his parents John and Norva; two brothers Jeff and Larry; sister Linda, and a daughter, Stacy.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Arrangements by Brick-Meger Funeral Home. For more information or to leave an online message of condolence, go to www.megercares.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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David Screen
June 15, 2025
After reminiscing about some old friends from the Army in Germany, I decided to look up Hal only to find his obituary. We spoke several times, years ago. Hal will be missed.
I once broke my jaw and had my mouth wired shut. Hal and Pam had me over for a spaghetti dinner that Pam ran through the blender so I could eat it with a straw.
RIP my friend!
David Screen
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