Mary Lucy (Lou) Weiss Meier Obituary (1932 - 2016)

1932 ~ 2016 Mary Lucy (Lou) Weiss Meier, age 84, passed away May 4, 2016 in South Jordan, Utah. Born in Salt Lake City, Utah to the late Karl Weiss and Theresia Anna Baumgaertner. Married and sealed to John Arthur Meier on February 21, 1951. They were married for 42 years, until John preceded her in death on October 27, 1993. She lived in the Murray, Utah area for many years, and was an active member of the LDS Church. Served in many positions in the church, and also served an LDS mission in 1953 with her husband John, in the East Central States Mission. She really enjoyed the youth programs, crafting, singing, gardening, writing and directing road shows, and teaching. Her greatest joy however, was her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She was a nationally rated referee and umpire for the University of Utah Women's Athletic program, and also refereed and umpired LDS church sports. She worked as a secretary in many different fields including legal, real estate, and the Salt Lake County Licensing Division. She was a loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Always encouraged her family to be active and participate in music, sports, swimming, hiking, and camping. She was a very fun loving and giving person, who was kind, supportive, and loved by everyone who came in contact with her. Survived by her son, Michael Meier; daughter, Heidi Meier; sister, Ester Apple; brother, Michael Weiss; 10 grandchildren, and 10 great grandchildren. Mary Lou will be remembered for her unconditional giving, service, love, and kindness she showed throughout her entire life. We would like to also give a special thank you for all the caregivers that have been so helpful, caring, and kind during the last few years. They are truly a gifted group of people , and deserve much respect for what they do. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, May 11, 2016, 2:00 p.m. at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 South State Street, Murray, with a viewing from 1:00-1:45 p.m. prior to services. Interment: Murray City Cemetery. Arrangements under the direction of Jenkins-Soffe Funeral Chapels and Cremation Center, Murray, Utah Funeral Home: Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary-Murray 4760 South State Street Murray, UT 84107