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Johannes Meier Obituary
John went to be with Our Heavenly Father Friday morning after a courageous battle with a terminal illness. He was born in Davenport, Iowa to John and Sue Meier on Nov. 16th 1959. He earned a B.S. from the University of Northern Iowa, a M.S. from the University of Utah, and was a licensed securities broker for PFS Investments Inc. He worked for Dan's Food and Dick's Market from 1984-2006 and Excel Cabinets from 2007-2012. John enjoyed his coffee and reading the morning paper, painting, mountain biking, marathon running, Harley riding, fly fishing, volunteering at his daughter's school, collecting sports memorabilia, golfing, photography, gardening, hanging out with his friends, the Dallas Cowboys, and the Utah Utes . His biggest joy was spending time with his family. He is survived by Wife Trish, Sons Brandon (Tiffany and Brooklyn), Larry (Brandi), Tyler (Brittnee and Koda ), Daughter Montana, Mother (Sue), and Brothers Dan and Mark (Linda and Morgan, Marcus, Brianna, and Tori). John was preceded in death by his father (John). A celebration of life service will be held May 19th at Cottonwood Presbyterian Church [1580 East Vine Street (6100 so)] at 11:00. In lieu of flowers, please send a donation to Department of Internal Medicine, Attention Donald Dunn for Scleroderma research; 30 North 1900 East, Room 4C 104 Salt Lake City, UT 84132
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Memories and Condolences
for Johannes Meier
June 12, 2012
Dear Trish, I am adressing this to John,John,its taken me a while to say how I feel about one of the best people to come into my life.Ive struggled with your loss,alot because I did not take time to come and see you.I wish I could have said thank you for all of your kindness.You were there when we lost our daughter when very few were.You were there for me when I was having my mental problems(work does that to you),and you made me feel not guilty of stepping down as manager. I will truly miss you my friend mentor and boss. Brad
Trish if there is any thing you need,we would be honered. Brad and Tanya
Lori Viner-Bain
May 21, 2012
Trish, Sue, Daniel, Mark and extended Meier family. It is with tremendous sadness I write this condolence after just now hearing of Johnny's passing. I speak for the rest of the Viners' in saying we feel a huge loss. The Viners' and Meiers' probably have about 65 years of history between us. We've known you and loved you all of our lives. We enjoyed seeing everyone last summer when my mom and I came back to wish John goodbye. Your extended family is one to be proud of. My dearest memory of Johnny, and I don't know if you'd call it "dear", was capsizing our canoe on the Upper Iowa River when we were about 14 on one freezing cold Mother's Day. We all still talked about it last summer when we were there. There were many other memories. Our hearts are heavy at this time and wish all of you God's blessings and mercy.
Marcia Viner
Lori Viner Bain
Lisa Viner Beck
Lynn Viner Clark
Leane Viner Loraditch
Lori Behrens
May 20, 2012
Trish and family so sorry to hear about John he was a wonderful person. My deepest sympathy. Love Lori Behrens
dana nelson
May 19, 2012
trish and family,I am sorry for being selfish- I couldnt bring myself to talk to johnie- this kind of stuff isnt suppose to happen to guys like him- I am at remorse for words- what can be said- you would think the lord would take our evil- but i guess he has to balance it out and take our good- i have a hard time with that when i look around and see to much evil- all the excellant memories will never go away- if i could talk him into we would do it- but luckily his good sense usually prevailed- i have accepted a lot of deaths but having a hard time with any justification with this- the salt of the earth this guy was the mega mine of salt-forever cousin and friend love ya dana
Brooke Worthen
May 18, 2012
Johannes,
Your personality was so contagious. My favorite thing about you was that you always lived life to its fullest. You are one of those fantastic people that can bring out the best in anyone. The world is now a better place because of your existence. I will truly miss running our 5k's together. Even though it may look like I am out there running alone, I know that you will be right there, running beside me.
"We all shine on, like the moon,
and the stars, and the sun."
John Lennon
Ken May
May 18, 2012
Trish, John Is a Great guy and his Calmness will be missed. He was one of the best men I worked for in the Dan's I called on for Associated Foods. Always friendly and easy going. I actually looked forward to talking with him. I will miss him.
Don & Haley Clark
May 18, 2012
Trish,
Remembering the gatherings at Don's and Susan's, the laughter and the tears. John was truly one of a kind. He was an advisor, a mentor, but most of all John was a true friend as are you. John will be missed by all who loved and knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Trish and the whole Meier family. Love always.
Marshall Lundberg and family
May 17, 2012
To Johannes' family:
My family and I share our deepest condolences. I worked with John at Dan's and we had similar experiences when we exited the company. John was a reference, support, and advocate for me when he didn't have to be. He went out of his way to help me several times. I enjoyed working with John! I remember the "ute pin" on his work uniform. I remember when "Tana" was born. He was so proud and happy. I also worked with Brandon and I know that John was always proud of him.Trish has always been awesome and kind. May God be with you all!
Sarah Miles
May 17, 2012
John, It was always a pleasure to work with you. You were fair, easy to get along with, always listened to and trusted me and my decisions, and I always felt you had MY interests at heart above your own. I wish we could have worked together longer, but life moves along :). You are a good man. Please rest in peace.
Charles Rand
May 17, 2012
Dear Trish,
Hello, my name is Charles & I work at Dick's Market Centerville. John was a very dear man and he was like a father to me. We had our many great days at Dick's and he's the man that started our holiday barbeques and served the guests at Dick's. He will be very truly missed. God Bless the Meier family. John Meier - to man to admire! For the Meier Family - Only the Best.
May 17, 2012
Trish I will miss John so much he was the best boss I every had I will miss him alot?
Angie & Royal Terry
May 16, 2012
Trish, Words can't explain the sorrow i feel John was a good man he was the best manager to work for he had a huge heart and he cared about all of us John knew how to treat people with respect and thats why everybody loved him so much. I want to thank you John for everything you've done for me and being my friend and for telling me not to let things get to me i am the person i am today because of you thank you RIP JOHN......
Shauna Kersh
May 16, 2012
Trish,
I was so sad to hear of John's passing. When you came in to Dans a couple of weeks ago and talked with me about his illness I guess I didn't fully understand that he was going to pass on this soon. My heart breaks for you and the kids. He is an amazing man, and was a great boss. I remember when you found out you were going to have a baby.. how excited he was. And the glow in his face whenever anyone asked about her. May you and your family find peace and comfort at this difficult time.
Bruce Millett
May 16, 2012
Trish and family, So sorry for your loss. John was an amazing person, boss and friend. He will be missed more than words can say.May he rest in peace and also may you have piece in your heart knowing that he is now out of pain and in a better place.
May 16, 2012
John, it was an honor to work with you. Not only were you a great boss, but a true friend. You will be missed....Bob Powers Bountiful Utah..
Dawn Turner
May 16, 2012
To my cousin/brother may you RIP. I am so grateful that you were part of my life, although too short. I love this picture of you and Tana. She has your spunk and your love for adventures. I know she will miss you greatly, but luckily you left her with loving memories and values of her father. When I lived with your family in high school and all the summers I spent at your house before that you very much made me feel like the little sister rather than just your snotty/tomboy little cousin. I remeber us talking and hanging out last year when Uncle John passed. We talked about my dad and hanging out on the river collecting pop bottles. Your beer can collections, Working in the garden. Encyclopedia assignments given to us during the summer by your father,husking the homegrown popcorn. The Hovar family baseball games. The things Dana would get us into and the tree house. We walked around your parents house and yard remebering all the good times. I could go on but bottom line is I will forever cheerish those moments. You will be truly missed by all, but never forgotten. As you said the last time we spoke "It was great having you for family." Could not have said it better bro. Trish and Dan if you need anything or just need to talk do not hesitate to call. My heart and prayers goes out to the rest of the family.
Steve Greenhagen
May 16, 2012
To the Family & Friends of John,
My deepest sympathy & sorrow for the loss of such a great man. May God Bless and be with you through this tough time. He will be missed here at Excel Cabinets and I will miss talking sports with him.
May 16, 2012
Dear Trish,
I am so saddened with the passing of John. You two were so much fun to work with and become friends with. John was also an avid Baltimore Orioles fan, and we always had a wager on who had the better team, them or my favorite Cleveland Indians. He still owes me an afternoon of watching an entire Nascar race which he dispised. John, right now, the Orioles have the better record and are ahead of the Indians. So we will have to do it later.
My deepest condolences,
Maunie James
Stephanie Stephens
May 16, 2012
He was one of the first and best bosses I ever had. I will miss him very much and my thoughts are with his family!
Magen Hayes
May 16, 2012
Trish and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about John! He was a wonderful guy and a great boss! My deepest sympathy to your family.
Lisa Grover Klenske
May 16, 2012
Treehouses, sledding and backyard baseball...growing up with the Meier boys was the best. Thanks for the wonderful memories, Johnny.
Tom Marsch
May 16, 2012
Johnny, you bring back a lot of memories for me. From Orchard Hill to Peet to CFHS to UNI. The famous Meier magazine collection(Dan & Mark will know). The mean German Shepard you had that hated me. The VW car you were always working on. The same VW that we had to park on a hill at CFHS to push and pop the clutch to get it started. Sneaking out the family car and driving around the block with just our learners permit. The senior CFHS parties held out in New Hartford. The ski trips to Minnesota with John Riley. Those were the days.
My deepest sympathy to your family.
Rest is peace.
May 16, 2012
Dearest Trish,
I so enjoyed working with John and you at Dans. Good times. He was such a GREAT boss. I am SO very sorry for your loss. I was so glad when I found out you two got together. It's so wierd that I was just thinking of him on Monday and I don't know why. My thoughts are with you.
Love,
Carrie Evans
Larry & Sheri Foote
May 16, 2012
With deepest sympathy and sad hearts the Foote family sends their condolences to the Meier family. John was truly one of a kind, he was a great influence in the life of my boys. I could not ask for a better man to be the step father of my boys. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Though there is great hurt in what you are going through, the wonderful memories and great times can never be taken away. The heavens have received a great man, John, may you run swiftly and ride hard. Sincerely the Foote Family
Elizabeth Hughes
May 16, 2012
John was an amazing mentor, person, and friend!
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