"I just learned of Stacy's passing today. Stacy, you were a beautiful person on the inside and on the outside. I have so many wonderful memories of you. I'm so blessed to have known you. You're an angel in Heaven now. Until we meet again my friend. Love you always, Kimbir "
In loving memory of
Stacy Elizabeth Meyer
February 9, 1973 - March 6, 2023
Stacy Elizabeth Meyer, age 50, was carried on the wings of angels to her heavenly home on Monday, March 6, 2023. Although her passing will leave a tremendous void in our lives, we know that she is resting in the arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Stacy attended Quincy Public Schools and graduated from Quincy High School in 1992. While in Junior and Senior High School, she competed on the track team.
Anyone who knew Stacy very well, will remember her as a dynamic and energetic little gal. She wasn't very big, but she was larger than life to many of us. Her "adventures" were many, and usually full of fun and that laughter of hers that could not be ignored. One adventure that stands out was her trip to Arizona with a special friend that ended up being a two year deal working on a horse ranch and collecting tons of rocks. Just as important to her, though, were her many forays with her friends for a day of "creekin". She'd return home with a basket of rocks, fossils, artifacts, and other interesting objects that became beautiful decorations in her home.
Stacy never had trouble making friends. She talked constantly about her tenure at Ashley Home Store. She made so many great friends there, and felt like they were family to her. Stacy held numerous jobs in and around the Quincy Area where her coworkers became her lifelong friends. She also was special friends with the ladies in her bible study group. They were her friends in Christ.
Stacy had two furry friends as well, a doxie named Peanut and a Heinze 57 named Henry. Peanut passed away last year, but Henry is still going strong at almost 18 years old.
Stacy is survived by her daughter, Jayden (Richard Neyland) Ludwig, of Columbia, MO. Also her parents, Durinda and Denny Meyer of Quincy, three brothers who loved her dearly, Matt (Susan) Meyer, and their children, Madelynn, Hunter, and Hadley, and brothers Nick Meyer and Joseph Meyer. Two very special aunts, Debbie Disseler and Jackie Young. Also, several other uncles and aunts and a large number of cousins.
She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Howard and Kay Young, and paternal grandparents, Paul and Corky Meyer.
Her family would like to thank her fantastic caregivers from Blessing Hospice, and the wonderful Blessing 6 North Staff for the superb care that she received while a patient on their unit.
Services: 11:00 a.m., Friday, March 10, 2023 at Hansen-Spear Funeral Home with Rev. Dennis Thomas officiating.
Burial: Quincy Memorial Park, Quincy, Illinois
Visitation: 9:00 - 11:00 a.m., Friday, March 10, 2023 at Hansen-Spear Funeral Home
Memorial donations may be made to Blessing Foundation for Hospice or Grandview Church Neighborhood Kids Dinner Program. Memorial Donations may be made online at https://memorials.hansenspear.com
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Hansen-Spear Funeral Directors are in charge of the arrangements.
Tributes
"We just learned of Stacy?s passing and are so sad, she contacted us last summer, and planned on returning to Arizona for a visit, but it didn?t happen. We have missed her sweet spirit since she left here years ago, and will always remember her with love. Kim and Kerry Bergman"
"Durinda & Denny, It looks like heaven just added a new, beautiful angel! I am so very sorry for your loss. I cannot imagine your grief. Peace to your whole family. Indian Farewell Do not stand at my grave and weep, I am not there. I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow. I am the diamond glints on the snow. I am the sunlight on ripened grain; I am the gentle autumn?s rain. When you awaken in the morning?s hush, I am the swift uplifting rush Of quiet birds in circled flight. I am the soft star that shines at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry. I am not there; I did not die. "
"Stacy had a light that filled the room she was in.. I worked with her at Ashley and I am better for knowing her. She had the gifts of encouragement and pure kindness. Knowing she's at peace with Jesus gives me such peace."
"Durinda, very saddened with the sadness you and yours are experiencing. She is out of pain and no fear with a heart full of love as she transitions into a better world. Thinking of you, Judith Taylor"
"Durinda and Denny so sad for your loss prayers for your comfort at this time and for your family"
"I'm so sorry to hear this I love Stacy as a friend through my little sister Sam, Her and Stacy were friends for a very long time and I know they went creaking together, we lost my sister Sam two years ago on march 11th, I hope they find each other and have fun creaking together again. God bless and watch over this family as they go through this difficult time. Michelle Sisk"
"Durinda, Debbie and Jackie, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Praying you will be comforted in the knowledge that Stacy knew Jesus. It is still difficult for those left behind and I pray you will feel the love of Christ and your church family as you grieve."
"Durinda and Denny, I'm so sorry for the loss of your daughter. May you find peace and comfort in your memories of her. "
"I'm so sorry to hear of Stacy's passing. What a beautiful soul. Stacy was kind, caring, and a really fun person. I enjoyed time spent with her."
"Durinda and family so sorry for your loss. Prayers for healing for all of your family. We know Stacy is resting in her father's arms."
"Stacey was and will always remain one of the sweetest and kindest souls. I cherished our wonderful days discussing ?life? and her ?hearty laugh? remains in my ??. "
"Durinda, Denny and family, I am so sorry for your loss. May Our Wonderful God provide you the strength needed in the days and weeks ahead and may your many amazing memories provide you with comfort. Prayers being sent. "
"Sending my most heartfelt condolences to Stacy?s family. She was a wonderful friend and will forever hold a place in my heart. Much love and prayers "
"So sorry for your loss, my prayers for your family Ann Abel "
"I adored her! She was always smiling and had such a love for Peanut and Henry, all animals! We had a lot of things in common to talk about, even though we only knew each other for a short time. I have very fond memories of Stacy. May she rest in peace!"
"I am so sorry, never knew her buy knew both of you, May God hold you both tight with Love, Sincerly Don Hunter "
"Holding the whole Meyer family close in thought and prayer. Love you all."
"Durinda, Denny, and Family, Praying for you ALL during this difficult time. Our prayer is Philippians 4:7 You will experience God's peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. HIS peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus. You may not see it during this time but know that God will use this situation for HIS glory. God Bless, Stephen and Paula Hinds"
"Denny& Durinda, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your dear Stacy. My heart aches for you all. Keeping your family in my thoughts & prayers.???"
"Sympathy and prayers. So sorry for your loss"
"I am so sorry for your loss and just shocked to learn of her passing. I had attended grade school with Stacy and then reconnected through a workplace many years later. I will always remember her contagious smile!"
"Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time, prayers?"
"Please know that many are holding your family with love in prayer. So sorry to learn of Stacy's passing. "
"Durinda, Denny, & Family: Very sorry for your loss. Eternal rest Stacy. Chaplain Mark Wiewel Blessing Hospital"
"Denny, so sorry for your loss. I know how much family means to you and that legacy lives on. God bless you and your family."