Elke Meyn Obituary
Elke Erica Meyn, age 89, of Grayling, passed away on October 3, 2025 at her home.
She was born February 4, 1936 to Ernst and Erica (Feige) Oertel in Hamburg, Germany. Elke became a U.S. citizen in 1959. She became a Nail Technician for years of employment. She married the late Gunter Adolph Meyn, they were married for 61 years.
She is survived by her son, Douglas Meyn of Grayling, MI.
She is preceded in death by her daughter Bernice Lewandowski and son-in-law Ray Lewandowski.
Condolences may be shared at www.sorensonlockwood.com
The family has chosen to remember Elke privately at this time.
Arrangements are entrusted to Sorenson-Lockwood Funeral Home.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
1108 W North Down River Road, Grayling, MI 49738
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