Wolfgang "Fred" Meyer
Wolfgang "Fred" Meyer
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Fred was the cherished husband of 66 years to Hedwig "Hedy" (née Konrad) Meyer, his lifelong partner and constant source of joy. He was the loving father of Andreas "Andy" (deceased) (Tracey), Robert (Renee), and Heidi Cougill. He took immense pride in his role as a grandfather to Kelly, Kathy, Will, Katie, Alex, Bob, Brooke, Max, Emma, Abby, Blair, and Donna, and as a great grandfather to fourteen beloved great grandchildren; and uncle to many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his sisters Gerda, Hanna, and Renate. Fred is also remembered fondly by his sister–in-law and brothers in law Margaret and Thomas Weaver, Aleo Sica, and Hans Jurgen Nadler, as well as extended family members Marion Loepp, Susan Glowacki, and the late Adam Cougill.
A skilled craftsman and dedicated entrepreneur, pouring his talent and determination into every project. Outside of work, he found joy in working on classic cars, playing sports (especially soccer), traveling, and spending time with the family he adored. His warmth, humor, and unwavering loyalty touched everyone who knew him.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that donations be made to the American Heart Association in Fred's memory.
https://www.heart.org
1375 E 9th St, Cleveland, OH 44114
A celebration of life will be held at Lenau Park located at the Donauschwaben's German-American Cultural Center, 7370 Columbia Rd, Olmsted Falls, OH 44138, on January 17th, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Please RSVP for the celebration of life by 1/9/2026 to Hedy Meyer or Heidi Cougill.
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Javier Colton
January 4, 2026
Condolences to you and your family
Tina Burke
January 3, 2026
Wolfgang was my favorite uncle with a big heart and so much warmth when our families visited each other. He was kind and dedicated to his family and extended family as well. My Dad and he had a special bond; more like brothers than in-laws. I am saddened by his passing but will always remember him with fondness and love
Martina "Tina" Fox
January 2, 2026
My uncle (Onkel Wolfgang) was a true friend and mentor to me (Martina "Tina") as I was growing up. He and Tante Hedy always took good care of me whenever we would visit (which was often). My mom (Gerda), his sister, was like a surrogate mother to him as he grew up in a very turbulent time. Some fond memories are riding ponies with Andy, styling Heidi's hair when she was a little girl, Bob waking everyone early in the morning when he was 18 months old while we were all trying to sleep; Onkel Wolfgang's golf lesson - he taught me the beginning steps of how to play when I was 12; Tante Hedy's delicious meals and Uncle Fred's amazing 1939 Lincoln K, which we transported to the Dearborn, MI Classic Car Show years ago.
He was and is truly loved by his family. We will always cherish his kind and good spirit. He will remain in our hearts and minds forever. May the Lord bless and keep him now and forever. Amen.
RobertandElisabeth Filippi
January 2, 2026
Herzlichst Beileid von Liz und Robert Filippi. Fred was always fun to be around. Our fondest memories were club and car show related. We'll miss him.
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