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James Meffert Obituary
Louisville - Dr. James Edward Meffert, Sr., 77, passed away on Saturday, 11th of April. Jim was a dentist and served his country in the Navy and Vietnam with the U.S. Marines Corp. He enjoyed cars (old and new) and loved UofL sports. He leaves a legacy: one of a kind, unconditional love, laughter and hard work ethic. He was born October 23, 1942 in Louisville, Ky - to late Carl Wm. & Evelyn Meffert. Jim is survived by his wife of 58 years, Bobbie Frankum Meffert; son, James E Meffert Jr.; daughter, Jill Meffert; brother, Wm Meffert, Jr and wife, Carol Meffert; sister, Linda Meffert Dean and four loving grandchildren - Jett, Tally, Lexi and Zed. He was passionate about the Louisville Public Library, U.S. National Parks and the American Heart Association. Celebration of Life TBD.
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Mary & Charlie Thompson
April 11, 2023
To Dr Meffert's family: There isn't a week that goes by that our family doesn't say, "We miss Dr Meffert and wish he was still here with us!" I am sure you feel the same. His memory lives on due to his gentle, caring nature. He was so special. Our thoughts are always with you. God bless you all.
Mary Thompson
April 11, 2022
Even after a year, our entire family misses Dr Mefferet so much. He was the best dentist we ever had; a such a great, caring, man. We are sure he is in heaven. I knew him most of my life, he was like family. Prayers to the family.
CLAUDIA SHOOK
April 13, 2021
Another memory I have of Jimmy was from the top of a Ferris Wheel at the County fair in Louisville.
We were at the top and had suddenly stopped, to make me feel better Jim likened it to life. You rise to the top and then during the ride you are stopped by many things and hope you have what it takes to help you go on until the next life encounter. They come fast and hit hard. A boy with the vision of a man. He calmly went through his life with his helpfulness, gentle demeanor and meeting life's challenges until his time to move off of that Wheel. He left us with a part of heaven, Undulata. Love to his family. Claudia Guy Shook, Albany, New York
CLAUDIA SHOOK
August 15, 2020
Jimmy and I were members of the same church. I knew him as a boy, a gentle, always kind, sweet human being.
When we were back in Lville, in Presbyterian Seminary, he invited our daughters to go to Undulata and that little piece of heaven they created. Fantastic. The world has lost one of the most Christ like human beings I've ever known. We are all richer for having known him. My heart goes out to his family. Thank you for sharing him. Claudia
Eula Chism
July 30, 2020
Am so sorry to hear of this loss I just found out as I was calling to check on my appointment he was the best dentist ever he will be missed sending love and prayers to the family
Laura Minyard
May 13, 2020
He was my dentist for over 30 years and a very kind man. I considered him my friend as well as my dentist. I will miss you my friend. My thoughts and prayers to the family. He was a great man.
Mary Thompson
May 13, 2020
So sorry to hear this. He was like family. We have been seeing him as our dentist since we were teenagers. Couldn't ask for a nicer man. He will be missed for his caring and kind nature. Our sincere sympathy for his family. You are in our prayers
April 29, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Amy Sutt Babey
April 23, 2020
Ms. Meffert, Jimmy, and Jill - I am so very sorry for your loss. I of course will remember Dr. Meffert as my dentist - humming the same melody at each and every appointment but I am also grateful for the time I spent at Undulata Farm with all of you. I still remember my camp songs (Undulata Choo Choo) and the wonderful time spent with the Meffert family in the barn and in the kitchen. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
April 23, 2020
Sorry so for your loss Bobbie, Jim and Jill. Some of my best memories are with you all on the farm. Dr. Meffert was a joy to be around. He was a kind and gentle man when many times he shouldn't have been. (Jim and Jill you know what I am talking about). I am sure he will be greatly missed but I for one will always remember him fondly. I hope you all find peace in his memory.
Alex Babey
Shawn Herrick
April 20, 2020
Thinking of all of you!
April 20, 2020
James was a respected classmate of mine at the UofL School of Dentistry. So sorry for the family's loss. J.D. Mayfield, DMD
Steve Ross
April 20, 2020
Dr. Meffert was one of the finest men I had ever met in my life! I will miss him dearly, not only as my dentist, but as my friend. My thoughts and prayers will be with the family.
Wayne Miller
April 19, 2020
The best of the best my friend you are and will always be missed in the neighborhood , the world was a better place while you were here . Thank You again for all of that neighbor and friend ! Love to the fine family .
Carol Balogh
April 19, 2020
What a sad loss for us. The earth has lost a great personality with the warmest of hearts. I even came back for his dental services when I lived in California for 14 years. James was more than a wonderful dentist, though, He was a great friend and listener. He was always encouraging and humming a happy tune while he worked. He even steered me to work at one of my first art teaching jobs at the farm Undulata in Shelbyville, KY. What a great Camp, his wife, Bobby had created and headed with horseback riding and much more. That summer I got to live with and learn so much about life and love and the generous mature of this family. Great fun and positive memories which influenced my life greatly. My heart goes out to the family at this time. He will be sorely missed by many.
Gerry Mudd
April 17, 2020
So sorry to hear of Dr.Mefferts' passing. He was a great dentist and a wonderful person. He will be greatly missed by all who had the pleasure of having him as their dentist. My prayers go out to his family.
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