Robert J. Meyer

August 19, 1931 - September 9, 2017
Robert J. Meyer

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Robert J. Meyer, 86, of Hendersonville passed away Saturday, September 9, 2017 at the Elizabeth House.
He was a native of Woodstock, IL and a resident of Henderson County for 36 years. Robert was a son of the late Joe and Lillian Meyer and was preceded in death by his brother, Bill Meyer.

He served in the U.S Army in the 11th Airborne Division during the Korean War. Robert was a foremen and rose horticulturalist at Woodstock Roses and Carolina Roses, a job that he loved and was proud of and to which he devoted his life. He was an avid motorcyclist and enjoyed tinkering with motorcycles.

He is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Vicki Meyer of Hendersonville; daughters, Wanda Aberle of Peoria, IL, Mary Meyer-Rochon and her husband Steve of Antioch, IL, and Theresa Street and her husband David of Hendersonville; grandchildren, Brianna Aberle, Christopher Voss and his wife Susan, Andrew Rochon and Mina, Samuel Rochon, Kayla Street and Steven Street; great-grandchildren, Ethan, Ian and Laylah; sisters, Dolly Rhodes and Betty Schroeder; sisters-in-law, Nina Soltwedel and Kathy Legris and her husband Michael; brother-in-law, Robert Soltwedel and several nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 2 pm Saturday, September 16, 2017 in the chapel of Shuler Funeral Home.
Flowers will be appreciated, or memorials may be made to Four Seasons Compassion for Life, 571 S. Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731.


Service

Saturday, September 16, 2017
2:00 PM

Shuler Funeral Home Chapel - Directions
125 Orr's Camp Rd.
Hendersonville, NC 28792

Visitation

Saturday, September 16, 2017
1:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Shuler Funeral Home Chapel - Directions
125 Orr's Camp Rd.
Hendersonville, NC 28792

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  • September 12, 2017
    Dwayne Street says:
    We pray Gods grace and comfort for the family

  • September 12, 2017
    Matthew Street says:
    Praying for the family and sending our condolences.

  • September 12, 2017
    Chuck Buddy Roper says:
    Vickie and Theresa Our thoughts and prayers are with you through this tough time.I all ways enjoyed visiting with Bob and our fun conversations with him and Vickie. God bless Ya'll Chuck Roper

  • September 12, 2017
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  • September 12, 2017
    Linda Moore says:
    Theresa & family, praying for the peace of God to comfort all. God bless & encourage you during this difficult time. Psalm 34:18. Linda Moore