MARION- Karla Kay Meier, of Marion, died Saturday, March 19, 2011 at Hospice House of Mercy in Hiawatha, of malignant melanoma.
She was born May 3, 1961 in Waverly, Iowa daughter of William and Marion (Anhalt) Meier.
She graduated from Wapsie Valley High School in 1979 and the University of Northern Iowa with a BA degree of Interior Design in 1986.
Survived by: her mother, Marion Meier of Fairbank; three bothers, John (Darlene) Meier of Hazleton, Iowa, David (Barbara) Meier of Decorah, Iowa, Chris Meier of Greenville, Wisconsin, six sisters, Joann (Dennis) Covert of Davenport, Iowa, Dianne (Bob) Clark of Dorchester, Iowa, Patricia Curley of Fairbank, Iowa, Annette (Kevin) Niebuhr of Dunkerton, Iowa, Madonna (Bryan) Welsh of Fairbank, Iowa, Michele (Alan) Blekeberg of Ridgeway, Iowa. Twenty-Five nephews and nieces, fifteen great nephews and nieces, many aunts, uncles, cousins and dear friends.
Preceded in death by: her father William in 1975 and one great nephew.
Karla was married to David Watson for ten years. During that time, they raised his nephew and niece, Nick and Hannah Baumgarten. Karla worked as an Account Representative at Pioneer Workspace Solutions in Cedar Rapids. Karla had a wide variety of interets including decorating, traveling, entertaining, and spending time with family and friends.
Services: 11:00 a.m. Memorial Service on Wednesday, March 23, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Fairbank. The family will greet family and friends from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 22 at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Hospice House of Mercy, or to her family.
Condolences for KARLA KAY MEIER
My sincere condolences to Karla’s family. I knew Karla through the design industry so did not know her well and had not seen her for several years. But she left an impression on me. One of kindness and warmth. Her gentle spirit will be missed.
My sincere condolences to Karla’s family. I did not know Karla well, but knew her sister Annette’s family. What a wonderful family they all are!
My thoughts and prayers will be with the entire Meier family! God Bless.
Karla was truely the least selfish person I have ever known. It has been years since we have spoken but I know she spent her life placing the needs of others before herself. I wish I would have met her at a different time in my life. God must really need help when someone like Karla is called. My sincere condolences to Karla’s family. I have never forgotten about you green eyes…
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all who knew and loved Karla. She was a warm and wonderful soul and will be deeply missed. Blessings to you all.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Karla’s family. She was one of the kindest and most caring people that I have ever met. She will be missed by all as she has touched all of our hearts. God Bless and may she be our guardian angel to watch over us. Rest in Peace Karla.
My husband and I would like to convey our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of your beloved Karla. We would like to share with you something that has brought us much comfort at a similar time in our lives. John 11:14-44 shares with us the experience of Jesus resurrecting Lazarus here on earth before the very eyes of those he loved. We can only imagine the tears of joy when we too are reunited with our dear loved ones. (John 5:28,29) Karla will surely be missed by many of those who’s lives she shared, remember the experiences you shared together and learn from them, hold them close to your heart and cherish them. May you find comfort from those who surround you at this very difficult time. Our sincere condolences to all of you
I am so sorry that Karla has passed. I had met her a couple of times, and she was a very nice and sweet lady. Karla is one of my daughter Trisha’s best friends and I know she became close to your family members these last couple of weeks. You all were a great comfort to her at this difficult time. My sympathy goes out to all of you.
May god bless.
Deb
My sincere condolences to Karla’s family. I knew her only professionally, but she was alway friendly, professional, and willing to take that extra step to be helpful.
May all the good memories lighten your loss.
Andrea Novak
Dear Family of Karla,
Please accept my sincere sympathy and prayers at this time. St Joseph did take her home on his feast. It was a joy to meet Karla and to pray and visit daily with so many of you.
Mrs Meier, you have a wonderful family. They are blessed because of you.
May dear Karla rest in peace and continue watching out for all of you.
Sincerely, Sister Mary Lou
Dearest Marion and family,
It has been decades since seeing all of you, but some of my fondest childhood memories are of our families riding for what seemed like hours to Oran and having the best day celebrating with a ginormous picnic, playing baseball, pony and cart rides (which I could never get enough of), going to the dairy, endless running around and just enjoying everyone’s company.
I remember Karla as being so beautiful, sweet and happy. Even though we didn’t see each other often, she made me feel like we all fit together as a family. We all had such a good time. I believe that everyone who had a chance to meet her will miss her immensely. I wish you ALL much comfort and love during this time of great sadness.
Our deepest sympathy,
Connie Driscoll Sturdy
and the families of Bud & Gladys Driscoll
Our sincere sympathy to the family and friends of Karla. What a lovely woman she was, both inside and out I didn’t have a lot of contact with Karla, but what I did have, will never be forgotten. I am Mitch McArtor’s Mother and Cliff Evans'(Butch) sister…she touched all our lives. May the passing of time leave you with only wonderful memories. May God hold you all in the palm of His hand at this difficult time.
Kathy McArtor
There are not words to express how sorry I am for your loss. I feel honored to have known Karla. She truly was an unselfish person. I pray that each of you will lean on God to carry you through this tough time. I know that is what Karla would want you to do. Again, I am so sorry!!
Robin Corriher
We wish to extend our heartfelt sympathy to Mrs. Meier and to Karla’s brothers and sisters. Karla is in our hearts and in our prayers. May she rest in peace; may her soul be with Our Lord in Heaven.
Joseph R. and Martha Baumgarten Sr.
“PaPa & Grandma B.”
Marion and family,
Please accept my sincere sympathy on the loss of Karla. You are all in my prayers at this very difficult time. I have not seen Karla since graduating from high school, but Karla was always a special person and will be missed by many.
Barbara (Levendusky) Babiak
My deepest and most sincere sympathy to all of the Meier family.Tricia-a sister is such a blessing. I pray your strength will come with God’s love.
Joann & loved ones,
I am so sorry for your loss, & that I am unable to be with you personally at this difficult time- but please know that we are with you in thoughts, prayers, & spirit. May you find comfort, peace, & strength in the love that you share with Karla & with each other, & know that it is a beautiful reflection of the special person that she was….
with all of our love,
Larry & Debi
My condolences go to Karla’s family. I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you. Helen
To the whole Meier family,
What a beautiful soul Karla is! I am so thankful to have known her and to have had her be a part in my and Colton’s lives. She was truly an angel in human form and Colton and I will miss her dearly!! Whenever I was around her she always made me feel warm and loved…like the feeling of coming home. I will always cherish that. The blessing in all of this is not only did we have her in our lives, but now the whole family has her watching over them. I couldn’t think of a better or sweeter soul to welcome us with hugs when we all see her again in our Heavenly home.
I hope you all find comfort in knowing that you have family and friends praying for you. May the good Lord keep you in the palm of His hand.
Sending love and hugs,
Deanna
Marion and your entire family,
I just want to say how sorry I am to hear of Karla’s death. I know you are suffering a great loss. Karla was an amazing girl with an infectious smile and laugh!
Knowing her through school, she brought so much joy to everyone that was around her.
I had the pleasure of going on RAGBRAI with her in 1977 (I believe that was the year), and got to know her sweet soul, she was precious. She has always held a dear place in my heart.
I know she will be missed by many………
Praying for peace and comfort for all of you!
Elaine Henry
Sorry for your loss. It has been many a year since I seen Karla, but I see she still left a lasting impression. Your in my thoughts and prayers Karla.
Becky.
I was so sad to hear of Karla’s passing. We shared alot of good memories growing up together in school. I haven’t seen her for sometime but, will always remember the good times we had together. Please know that you are all in my thoughts. Rest in peace Karla..you will truely be missed.
Carolyn(Kerns)Lingard
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Tricia, I can’t imagine how hard this must be for you. Please know that I have been thinking of her throughout this time. I was not able to come to her funeral, as I was out of state, but know that I was there in spirit. Laura and I had just had the nicest visit with Marion in November, and am so sorry for all of your loss.
Margaret Corcoran Benge
My sympathies to the Meier family — I graduated with Joann in 1967 from Sacred Heart High School.
I am trying to locate Joann for our 45th class reunion.
Thank you,
Kathy McNamara Steele-Adams
319-283-2657