John Edward Meitzen's obituary , Passed away on April 28, 2022 in Port Lavaca, Texas

John Edward Meitzen

December 23, 1928 - April 28, 2022 (93 years old)

Port Lavaca, Texas

John Edward Meitzen's obituary , Passed away on April 28, 2022 in Port Lavaca, Texas

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Grace Funeral Home - Victoria

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John Edward Meitzen

December 23, 1928 - April 28, 2022 (93 years old)

Port Lavaca, Texas

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John Edward Meitzen Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of John Edward Meitzen of Port Lavaca, Texas, born in Lake City, Florida, who passed away on April 28, 2022, at the age of 93, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Lillie Mae Carson Meitzen and Ernest Richard Meitzen Sr.; his brother Ernest Richard Meitzen Jr.; and his siblings-in-law, Joyce T. Clark and Henry Flak (Arnold William Meitzen).

He is survived by : his wife Mary Belle Melcher Meitzen; his children, Robert Milton Loflin and Margaret Belle Loflin Menn; his children-in-law, Mark Menn and Rose Good Meitzen; his sister Jo Lou Meitzen Gaupp; and his siblings-in-law, Peter Gaupp and Agatha Janis Billups Meitzen. He is also survived by grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Memorial donations may be made to the First United Methodist Church of Port Lavaca or VFW Post 4403.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Grace Funeral Home - Victoria



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May 2, 2022

Dollie Sanders wrote a sympathy message

“Mary Belle, I am so sorry you are having to experience the loss of John. He was an amazing man. I remember teaching with him at Crockett 6th Grade School. My blessings to you and your family. Dollie Sanders”


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May 1, 2022

Leonard McCown wrote a sympathy message

“God bless you Mary Belle and hold you tight during this trying time. Love and hugs. Leonard McCown”


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First United Methodist Church ~ Port Lavaca
814 N San Antonio St, Port Lavaca, TX 77979

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First United Methodist Church ~ Port Lavaca
814 N San Antonio St, Port Lavaca, TX 77979

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