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Harold Niemeyer Obituary
Devoted husband to Margaret (Gleason), loving father to John (Maureen) of St. Louis, Sara (David) Hadley of Stow, Carrie (Darrell) Teague of Houston and Matthew (Helene) of N. Chatham, N.Y. and proud grandfather to 12 grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister, Janice Smith of Memphis, Tenn.
Raised in Firestone Park, he graduated Valedictorian of Garfield H.S. class of 1947, where he ran track, debated and was a Thespian. He studied pre-med at the University of Michigan, where he was a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon, Phi Eta Sigma, Phi Kappa Phi and Phi Beta Kappa. While at Michigan, he met Margaret and they were married after graduation in 1951. They set up housekeeping in Chicago, where he attended Northwestern University's Medical School and received his M.D. in 1955.
Returning to Akron, Harold took his internship and residency at Akron City Hospital. He practiced radiology there for 30 years and became the chairman of the department in 1966 until he stepped down and retained the position of business manager until he retired. Harold was a devout Michigan fan and enjoyed countless games cheering on his Wolverines in the Big House in Ann Arbor. After retirement, he volunteered with Mobile Meals, was a merit badge counselor with Boy Scouts of America. He was an active member of the American Philatelic Society and the American History Society. He was an avid golfer, gardener and investor. He was a member of the Church in Silver Lake. He and Margaret enjoyed traveling and spending time with their family. Harold was loved, admired and respected by all and he will be missed. GO BLUE!
The family would like to thank Hospice of Summa for their wonderful care.
Friends are invited to Redmon Funeral Home for visitation Monday 4 to 8 P.M. Service and burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of Summa, Friends of the Stow-Munroe Falls Public Library Endowment Fund in care of the Akron Community Foundation.
(REDMON, STOW, 330-688-6631)
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Memories and Condolences
for Harold Niemeyer
Julie Smith
June 30, 2012
Dear Peg and family - My dad, Dr. Wilson Rees, was very sad to hear of Dr. Niemeyer's passing. He is 90 now and recovering from a fall and was not able to call or attend any services. Please know that he was very fond of your husband and you, as was my mother, Jan. May you know peace and comfort. With sympathy - Julie Rees Smith
katy dix brahler
May 24, 2012
Dear Niemeyer family,
Oh how i remember the good ole days on North Dover in Silver Lake. Was sad to hear of Dr. Niemeyers passing. My thoughts are with you and your beautiful family.
Katy Dix Brahler
(One of the Dix twins)
Michelle Jacobson-Hickey
May 23, 2012
Dear Mrs Niemeyer and Family,
I am sad to learn that Dr Niemeyer has passed away. I am not aware of the circumstances: if he was unwell for a long while or if he passed suddenly. You and your family will be experiencing great loss. I pray that you are comforted in knowing that Dr Niemeyer will be fully restored in heaven. He certainly will be watching over you and all of his children. God be with you during this difficult time.
Fond Regards,
May 22, 2012
Dear John, Mo and family,
Our thoughts and love are with all of you. I'm sure my dad was among the Michigan fans to welcome Harold to heaven! Go Blue:)
Linda L and Dan Kapp
Jim & Sue Cook
May 21, 2012
So sorry for your loss.
Don Smith
May 21, 2012
Dear Aunt Peggy, John, Maureen, Matthew, Dan, Katie, Sara, Dave, Brian, Lauren, Carrie, Darrell, Leah, Alexis, Matthew, Helene, Mitchell, Will, Paige, and Jessica
We are so sorry about the loss of your Husband, Father and Grandfather. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Uncle Bud was a great Uncle and will be dearly missed. We are so fortunate to have spent time with him two weeks ago. We will cherish our visit forever.
May Christ, Who called Uncle Bud, take him and may the Angels lead him to Abraham's side. May Christ receive his soul and present him to God the Most High.
Love and God Bless Always,
Donnie and Donna
May 21, 2012
Dear Aunt Peggy, John, Maureen, Matthew, Dan, Katie, Sara, Dave, Brian, Lauren, Carrie, Darrell, Leah, Alexis, Matthew, Helene, Mitchell, Will, Paige, and Jessica
We are so sorry about the loss of your Husband, Father and Grandfather. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Uncle Bud was a great Uncle and will be dearly missed. We are so fortunate to have spent time with him two weeks ago. We will cherish our visit forever.
May Christ, Who called Uncle Bud, take him and may the Angels lead him to Abraham's side. May Christ receive his soul and present him to God the Most High.
Love and God Bless Always,
Donnie and Donna
Bill Nettling
May 21, 2012
Sara,
My sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your Dad.
Marty Martter
May 21, 2012
John and family,
Sorry to read of your dad's passing, my thoughts are with you all.
Jeri Esker
May 21, 2012
Peg,Sara and Family
I am sorry for your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Love is stronger than death even though
it can't stop death from happening,
but no matter how hard death tries it can't separate people from love.
It can't take away our memories either.
In the end, life is stronger than death.
Redmon Funeral Home Inc.
May 20, 2012
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Norma & Terry Tolbert
May 20, 2012
Peg and family,
We are saddened to hear of Hal's passing. He certainly was very brave the last few years.
Among all Hal's numerous accomplishments, he also managed to be a very good and colorful neighbor.
We are now is South Carolina and feel bad that we are unable to attend the visitation or the funeral. Hopefully members of our family will be there. We are making a donation in his remembrance to Hospice.
Our deepest condolences are with all of you. We'll say prayers so your greiving will not be too painful or long. Keep the faith and be strong Peg.
With heartfelt concern, we remain...
May 20, 2012
He was quite the man. His legacy lives on with his wonderful family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Much love,
Dr. Bob and Beth Scheible
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