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Jerome L “Jerry” Meister

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Birth	:	19 Feb 1937 Garrison, Butler County, Nebraska, USA
Death	:	11 Aug 2018 Brainard, Butler County, Nebraska, USA
Burial	:	Holy Trinity Cemetery, Brainard, Butler County, USA
Coordinate	:	41.1777992, -96.9953003
Description	:	Jerome (Jerry) L. Meister, 81, passed away after a battle with cancer in his home in Brainard, Nebraska on August 11, 2018 Jerry was born on February 19, 1937 to John and Frieda (Daro) Meister in rural Garrison, Nebraska. He was baptized and confirmed at Saint Francis Church in Center. He attended grade school at Garrison School and graduated from David City High School in 1955. He proudly served in the United States Navy as a yeoman from 1955-1957. In his earlier years, he worked in grocery stores, co-owned a café with his brother George, worked for Hughes Brothers in Seward... Read More	Jerome (Jerry) L. Meister, 81, passed away after a battle with cancer in his home in Brainard, Nebraska on August 11, 2018 Jerry was born on February 19, 1937 to John and Frieda (Daro) Meister in rural Garrison, Nebraska. He was baptized and confirmed at Saint Francis Church in Center. He attended grade school at Garrison School and graduated from David City High School in 1955. He proudly served in the United States Navy as a yeoman from 1955-1957. In his earlier years, he worked in grocery stores, co-owned a café with his brother George, worked for Hughes Brothers in Seward and the David City Alfalfa Mill. True to his love of the outdoors and making things better he worked for several earth construction companies and then as a union member at M & S Grading Company until retiring in 1997. He also served as a Butler County commissioner for four years. On August 22, 1959, he married Mary Lou Pytlik at Holy Trinity Church in Brainard. They made their home on an acreage in Brainard, Nebraska for the past 58 years. Four children were born to this union: John, Annette Steven, and Mary Joan. Jerry was a person who loved the outdoors spending many years as a heavy equipment operator in Omaha. Traveling with Jerry through Omaha was like going on a guided tour. After retiring, he maintained his acreage and created a large water feature with plants and koi in the pond. He had a huge vegetable garden which he shared the abundant produce with his family and many friends. For years, he raised livestock and poultry on his acreage. He enjoyed hosting garage parties that became well known. His generosity was shown in many quiet ways such as helping others in the community. He enjoyed cooking soup for Senior Center gatherings and sharing his delicious pancakes. His caramel popcorn was legendary which he big-heartedly made in abundance for his friends and family. In the summer, Jerry and Mary Lou would bike around Brainard and enjoy the small-town life, and every morning, he would join the morning coffee group at Clayton’s. During retirement, Jerry and Mary Lou traveled extensively. Jerry was a loving husband and father. His quick smile lit his face whenever his family and friends visited. He was happiest with the sounds of laughter from his family and grandchildren at the many gatherings he hosted. Jerry was also known for his quick wit, kindness and his love of family . Jerry is survived by his wife, Mary Lou, Children: John(Debra) of Hinton, Iowa, Annette(Alan)Snyder of Brainard, Steven Meister of Norfolk and Mary Joan Meister of Ceresco. two brothers: George(Brenda)Meister of Pasadena, TX and Mike(Jenni) Kindler of David City. 5 Grandchildren: Christopher Snyder, Jessica Colburn, Alex Snyder, Virginia Franey and Rachel Meister Kehrberg. 4 Great-grandchildren: Ashlynn Colburn, Destiny, Charity, and Brian Maguire. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Freida Meister Kindler, Floyd Kindler, brother: Leo Meister and sister: Dorothy Wilson. Funeral Mass AUG 16. 10:00 AM Holy Trinity Catholic Church Brainard, NE, US, 68626 Burial AUG 16 New Holy Trinity Catholic Cemetery Brainard, NE

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Jerome L “Jerry” Meister's memorial is located at: Holy Trinity Cemetery, Brainard, Butler County, USA.
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Jerome L “Jerry” Meister death on 11 Aug 2018 in Brainard, Butler County, Nebraska, USA
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Latitude: 41.1777992
Longitude: -96.9953003

Family Members:

Parent

John Frank Meister

(1889 - 1941)

Frieda H. Daro Kindler

(1911 - 2011)

Siblings

Leo F. Meister

(1934 - 2014)

Dorothy Ann Meister Wilson

(1938 - 1962)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Holy Trinity Cemetery
Brainard, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1777992, -96.9953003

2. Bohemian National Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.1770300, -96.9885800

3. Old Catholic Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.1772300, -96.9871300

4. Brainard IOOF Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.1772700, -96.9860000

5. Oak Creek Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.1656000, -96.9410000

6. Saint Lukes Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.1335983, -96.9460983

7. Saint Francis Catholic Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.1884020, -97.0841270

8. Talbot Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.2201950, -96.9082630

9. Fricke Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.2564011, -96.9664001

10. Ware Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.1185989, -97.0802994

11. Saint Anthony Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.2743988, -96.9869003

12. Assumption Catholic Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.0746994, -97.0242004

13. Union Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.0755997, -97.0419006

14. Saint Marys Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.2430992, -97.1177979

15. Assumption of Blessed Virgin Mary Cemetery
Appleton, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2922000, -97.0396000

16. David City Cemetery
David City, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2346992, -97.1350021

17. Bohemian Cemetery
Bruno, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2933006, -96.9431000

18. Garrison Cemetery
Garrison, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1704350, -97.1623720

19. National Bohemian Cemetery
Newman Township, Saunders County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2025290, -96.8303790

20. Saint Vitus Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.1361008, -96.8225021

21. Saints Cyril and Methodius Cemetery
Elk Township, Saunders County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2646000, -96.8444000

22. Grim Cemetery
Ulysses, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1130981, -97.1763992

23. Valparaiso Cemetery
Valparaiso, Saunders County, USA
Coordinate: 41.0758018, -96.8471985

24. Faith Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery East
Garrison, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1573970, -97.1949610