Frederick Allen Meyer
July 7, 1948 – January 30, 2025
Age 76
Preceded in death by his parents Arnold and Esther (Blobaum) Meyer; brothers James and Gerald Meyer; sister Charlotte Petersen.
Survived by his wife of 42 years Deb; daughters Brooke Gregory (Andy), Tessa Meyer, and Ricki Meyer (fiancé Bill Shipley); grandchildren Judson and Lea Gregory; brother Dale Meyer (Arlene); many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Fred joined the United States Army on April 28, 1970. He took basic training at Fort Lewis, Washington. He was 1 of 4 squad leaders in his platoon. He graduated as PFC (E-3) and entered Advanced Individual Training at Fort Ord, California. Fred went for further Individual Training at Fort Benjamin in Harrison, Indiana. Upon graduation from there, with the rank of Specialist 4th Class (E-4), he was assigned to Fort Huachuca, Arizona, for his permanent duty station. After attaining the rank of Specialist (E-5) there, he was sent to Vietnam on May 30, 1971. He was assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Company, United States Army Engineer Command as a Personnel Management Specialist in charge of Officer Records and higher enlisted records. He was honorably discharged from the Army on April 28, 1972. While voluntarily serving his country, Fred was awarded the Bronze Star, the National Defense Service Medal, and the Vietnam Service Medal.
Fred farmed for 20 years, then went to work for American Tool as a supervisor in assembly. He then took a job with Farmers Cooperative as a warehouse superintendent at the Plymouth Agronomy. Upon his retirement from the Farmers Co-Op he became a part-time maintenance supervisor for the village of Plymouth as well as serving on the village board, including two terms as chairman. Fred was a member of American Legion Post 243, serving as Commander, Financial Officer and Sergeant-at-Arms. He was a member of VFW Post 3113 of Fairbury. He also served in numerous positions at Peace Lutheran Church in rural Plymouth. Fred was baptized, confirmed and married in Peace Lutheran Church in Plymouth, as were his parents. Fred and Deb moved to Bellevue to be near their grandchildren. He joined Immanuel Lutheran Church where he continued to serve where needed. Fred volunteered with TeamMates, the VA Hospital in Omaha and with the Tri County Legion Baseball Organization. After he moved to Bellevue, he remained active in Post #243. Fred was committed to volunteering and service.
Memorial Service: Saturday, February 8, 2025, 11:00 a.m., Immanuel Lutheran Church, 104 Galvin Rd N, Bellevue, NE 68005
To view a live broadcast of the Memorial Service, click the link below.
https://boxcast.tv/view/frederick-allen-meyer-xwq3sxsvdxssez7nthfz
Inurnment: Immanuel Lutheran Church Columbarium
Military Honors: US Army National Guard Honor Guard /American Legion Post 243 / VFW Post 3113
In Lieu of Flowers Memorials to: Immanuel Lutheran Church, ourimmanuel.org/ Tri County Legion Baseball Organization
9 Comments
When Andy and Brooke met and were married, our families became one family immediately. The Meyer-Gregory family is as close as any blood family. As a family, we have traveled, laughed, cried, and shared life together. With Fred & Deb, we are grandparents to two wonderful grandchildren, Judson and Lea. Bapa & Mana are another set of grandparents to our other grandchildren. Now we mourn the loss of Bapa, and we celebrate his life together as one family. We love you, Brother Fred. Rest in peace.
Uncle Fred, or Aunt Fred, as I would call him, will be missed dearly. Love Always….Angel
Dear Deb and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. He was such a good guy! I always enjoyed visiting with him when I’d run into him. My deepest sympathy to all of you. 🙏
Nancy Mahloch
I’m very sorry to learn of the passing of Fred. At church events I reminded him that he was a person who believed in giving back & paying it forward, something your family continues to do. Wishing peace & comfort to all at this sad time of loss. 🕊🕯🙏Sincerely, Carol Meyer, Lincoln, Nebr
So sorry to read about your loss. Thinking of you all.
Oh Deb, I am so sorry to hear of Fred’s death. He was too young, but now he is at peace with a healed body. You wil be in my prayers. Sending hugs!
Deb and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. He was always great to visit with and always had a warm smile. He will be missed. Prayers of comfort during this time.
Deb and family, sorry to hear about Fred’s passing. He was a great guy and I enjoyed working with him at American Tool. Had a lot of good times together as supervisors at work and after work as well. Thoughts and prayers. “Happy trails Fred till we meet again”
Deb and family, my thoughts and prayers to you, the girls and the family. I have lots of FBLA memories with the Meyer’s family.
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