Frances Marie Meyer

Frances Marie (Wight) Meyer, age 87 of Alma passed away Tuesday, December 26, 2023, at MyMichigan Medical Center in Alma with family by her side. She was born November 25, 1936, in Crystal, Michigan the daughter of Wiley and Marguerite (George) Wight. She was a 1955 graduate of Alma High School and attended Alma College. On January 28, 1961, she married David G. Meyer at the First Presbyterian Church in Alma. She was an ever-devoted wife for 58 years and was often working alongside her husband in his dental practice and being his caregiver when his health was failing. Frances worked for a short time at General Telephone but found caring for her family her most rewarding position. She enjoyed the outdoors, especially watching the birds and animals from her sunroom, fishing, mushrooming and the many family camping trips to Orchard Beach State Park in Manistee. As an avid sports fan she enjoyed watching Big 10 sporting events cozy by her fireplace. She also enjoyed playing golf and bowling. She especially loved watching her grandchildren participate in sports and their special interests. She was a lifelong Bridge player and volunteered with the hospital auxiliary and participated in their Fractured Follies performances. She enjoyed trips during the winter months to Texas to visit with her family. Frances is survived by her children, Ellen (Mark) Kern, Freeland, MI., Drs. Timothy (Tyra) Meyer, Wapakoneta, OH., Russell (Monica) Meyer, Alma, MI., Jennifer (Thomas) Daller, Belding, MI., Michael (Margaret) Meyer, Westfield, IN, grandchildren Michael, Sara, Tristan, Jori, Taryn, Preston, Dereck, Blake, Peter, Chris, Jaclyn, Tyler, Brian, Samantha, Matthew, Anna, Madeline, great-granddaughter, Lorelai, a sister, Sharon (Van) Nevins and a brother, Darrel (Ann) Wight. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. David G. Meyer, DDS, her parents and two brothers, Carl (Sandy) Wight and Robert (Kay) Wight. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Those desiring may make memorial contributions in Frances' memory to charity of choice. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Lux-Moody-Wolfel Funeral Home, Alma. To view Frances' obituary online or to leave a condolence for the family please visit www.luxfuneralhomes.com