David C. Meyer, age 74 of Walters, MN passed away Sunday, December 1, 2024 at Mayo Clinic Health Systems- Mankato. Visitation will be Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 1:00pm at United Lutheran Church in Walters and the funeral service will follow at 2:00pm. Interment will be held at a later date
David Charles Meyer was born to Clarence and Violet (Schmitt) Meyer on May 28, 1950 in Albert Lea, MN. He attended school in Kiester and graduated in 1968 then went onto 2 years of Commercial College in Mankato. David worked as an industrial painter for Scotsman then Lou-Rich, then went on to work at Fleetgaurd until his retirement in 2012.
David married Kathleen (Pogue) in Des Moines, IA on November 12, 1983. He was one of the good guys. He and Kathy welcomed their son Timothy May 24, 1984; David adopted Bruce (Kathy’s son) when Bruce was 7 and he became dad to him right away. David was a city council member for Walters from the early 70’s until his death and even served as mayor at one time.
He enjoyed deer hunting, spending time with his family and friends, going to see his in-laws in St. Louis and he was very proud to be a father and a grandpa. His routine after retirement was to make sure he had coffee with the guys at Bud’s in Bricelyn almost on a daily basis.
David is preceded in death by his father; brother, Kim Meyer; in-laws, Fred and Hazel Pogue.
David is survived by his wife Kathleen; sons: Bruce (Jessica) and Timothy (Carol); grandchildren: Philip, Dylan, and Mollie; mother Violet Meyer; brother Duane Meyer; sisters: Dawn Bleick, Kay Meyer and Kelly (Ben) Martel; brothers-in-law: Terry Pogue and Robert (Joyce) Pogue; and many nieces and nephews.
So sorry to read this. I’m one of his youngest cousins on the Meyer side. Thank you Kathy for all the help you have given me for my project. I’m glad to have gotten to know you guys a bit better.
Sorry for the loss of your brother. Memorial Day at the Walter’s cemetery is getting smaller. Shame that is when most of us meet, but I’m glad we do meet there.
Cousin Dan
So very sorry for you loss.
My condolences to David’s family
So sorry for your loss I enjoyed talking with him every time he was in buds he was full of wisdom.
Prayers for the family during this difficult time
I’m so sorry for your loss he was a great guy and will truly be missed
So sorry for your loss. Rest in peace David.
Kathy and family ,
So sorry to read about Dave. Hugs and prayers. He always had a smile and had some words of wisdom!
My favorite smoking buddy.
Dear Kathy and family,
Brian and I were so sorry to hear about Dave’s passing. Dave was fun to spend time with. We will never forget his sense of humor, smile and personality. Love and sympathy to you and your family.
Hey Bruce and family I’m so sorry to hear about David. Thinking of you guys. Dan Kluender