Otto W. Meyer, age 86, of Decatur, MI passed away Thursday, October 6, 2005 at home surrounded by his entire family. Otto was born January 15, 1919 in San Diego, CA. The son of William and Margaret Meyer, nee Ackerman. He was a retired Chicago police officer, a Navy Veteran of WWII. He resided in Michigan for 30 years and was an avid fisherman and duck hunter. He was a member of Fraternal Order of Police, American Legion and a life long member of Ducks Unlimited. He made many people happy with his wonderful stories, he was loved and cherised by all and he will be missed by all. He married Margaret Whalen April 27, 1946 and she survives; father of John (Peggy) Meyer of Oak Lawn, IL, Joe (Kathy) Meyer of Evergreen Park, IL, Janet (Joel) Laux of Chicago, Jean (Churck) Adams of Naperville, IL, Jim (Cheryl) Meyer of Palos Hills, IL; grandfather of 14; great-grandfather of three. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 12 p.m. (Eastern Time) Saturday in Holy Family Catholic Church Decatur, MI with Fr. Richard Valls celebrant. Burial in Propsect Lake Cemetery. Friends may call one hour prior to the services at the church. Newell Funeral Home, Decatur, MI. is assisting the family with the arrangements.
