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Michael Meng

1967 - 2022

Michael Meng obituary, 1967-2022

BORN

1967

DIED

2022

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Coltrin Mortuary & Crematory

2100 First St.

Idaho Falls, Idaho

Michael Meng Obituary

Michael Merrill Meng, 55, passed away at his home in Humble, Texas after a valiant 6-year battle with cancer early in the morning on July 27, 2022, with his wife and children present.

He graduated from the University of Utah with a bachelor's in film, a passion that he enjoyed throughout his life and passed on to his children. After graduation, he was proud of his work in various positions for Continental Airlines. This career gave him the opportunity to take his wife and children on adventures to many wonderful places around the world. He was full of fun and laughter and was famous with friends and family for his contagious laugh that will be missed dearly by all who knew him. He made every holiday special and loved family traditions where he could spend time with his loved ones. Family was truly where his heart was. He loved learning and obtained knowledge about various subjects. He had a great knowledge of history and talent for renovating his homes. He shared a love of woodworking with his father.

He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and had a strong love for his Savior. He followed Christ's example of serving others and had a vast knowledge of scripture and the history of the church. He was known for his kindness and ability to be friendly to the lonely and hurting.

He is survived by his beloved wife Kristen Meng; daughter and son-in-law Madeline and Michael Bezzant, son and daughter-in-law Andrew and Danielle Meng; and daughter Mallory Meng. He was a doting grandfather to Gwendolyn, Alexander, Charles, and Lucas Bezzant and Caroline Meng. He is further survived by his parents Glea and Byron Meng along with his sister Janie (Dirk), and brothers: Max (Becky) and Mark (Becky); and many nieces and nephews. He was loved by his father-in-law and mother-in-law Fred and Karen Cowart who also survive him.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, July 30, 2022, at the Sage Creek Ward, 3370 N 5th W, Idaho Falls. The family will visit with friends one hour prior to the services at the church. Interment will be at the Grant Central Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.coltrinmortuary.com.

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Published by Post Register on Jul. 28, 2022.

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Cathy Fillmore Lillian

August 9, 2022

Sending lot´s of love to your family. I was a childhood friend of Michael´s. He was very kind and from a very special family.

Bonnie Johnson

July 31, 2022

I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Michael Meng. Michael was my manager when I worked in the Marketing department at Continental Airlines. He was so humble and always talked about his family. I could not have known a nicer man! May the peace of the Lord surround you during this time. My thought and prayers are with the family.

Sandra(Haddon) Elkington

July 29, 2022

Condolence offered at the passing of Michael. Enjoyed to opportunity of working with his wonderful Mother.

Mari Nummi

July 28, 2022

I worked with Michael at CWT. We all became a new regrouped team during Covid-19 and Michael had a huge impact how well we started to work together and how close we became as a team. He was always so positive and kind. We will miss him!

Fred Darrington

July 28, 2022

Elder Meng and I were missionary companions while serving in Austin. He was "go and do" guy then and I´m sure that didn´t change in the years since then. May Heavens blessings be in abundance for his family

Karen Risueno

July 28, 2022

I worked with Michael at CWT. He reached out to me after I was diagnosed with lymphoma. He offered to listen whenever I wanted to discuss the burdens of cancer. I had never worked with someone else who was was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Later-day Saints. He was caring and shy at work, but had a great attitude. We will miss him!

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Funeral service

10:00 a.m.

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on East River Rd

3370 North 5th West, Idaho Falls, ID 83401

Jul

30

Interment

11:00 a.m.

Grant Central Cemetery

154 N. 3300 E., Rigby, ID 83442

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2100 First St., Idaho Falls, ID 83401

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