Obituaries
Charles W. Meier, Jr., 72
May 28, 2013
Charles W. Meier, Jr., 72, of Lititz passed away on Tuesday, May 28, 2013 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Camden, NJ he was the son of the late Charles W. Meier, Sr. and Isabel (Falcon) Meier. He was married to Faith (Johnson) Meier with whom he celebrated over 50 years of marriage.
Charles attended Eastern University and received a Bachelor’s degree in Pre-theology. During graduate school Charles studied Hebrew and went onto receive his first Master’s degree from Faith Theological Seminary in Elkins Park, PA and later received a Master’s in Education from Temple University. He was a Technical Writer for most of his career and worked for various contracting companies in the government. He was an avid reader, enjoyed water color painting and spending time with his grandchildren and family.
He was a veteran of the US Navy.
In addition to his loving wife, he is survived by his children, Charles J. Meier, husband of Debra C., of Marietta, PA, Heidi C. Good, wife of G. Todd, of Lebanon, PA and Martin D. Meier, husband of Cynthia, of Lititz. Also surviving are 5 grandchildren, Madeline, Isabella, Josephina, Grace and Pearl.
Friends will be received on Monday, June 3, 2013 from 6-7PM at the Charles F. Snyder, Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz PA 17543 with the Funeral Service to follow at 7PM. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations in Charles’s memory can be made to Lancaster Area Habitat for Humanity, 155 Independence Ct, Lancaster, PA 17601. To place an online condolence, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder, Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory 717-560-5100
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Faith, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Ida sent me an e-mail. E-mails like this always takes one’s breath away. I was aware that you had moved to Pa but has lost track of your family after that. I will keep your family in my prayers. God bless.
Please feel free to e-mail me at bookwoman29@aol.com.
Andrea Wilson (HSE Library)
Faith, I am so sorry for your loss. Charlie was such a wonderful person! He was so kind, intelligent, and hospitable. He loved his family and, with you, made a wonderful life for your family. I’ll always remember the fun times we spent with you both; and all the laughs! I’ll see you soon and I’ll be keeping you and your family in my prayers.
Lisa Rizzo
