Arnold F. “Arnie” Meier, age 88 of Albany, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on Tuesday, May 2, 2023 at the CentraCare Care Center in Sauk Centre, Minnesota.
A Mass of Christian Burial was held Monday, May 8 at Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Albany with Rev. Julius Beckermann, O.S.B. officiating. Interment was in the parish cemetery.
Arnold Frank Meier was born September 17, 1934 in Albany Township, Stearns County, Minnesota to Bernard and Louise (Bauer) Meier. He attended Albany Area Schools. He was united in marriage to Virginia Scherping on October 4, 1955 at Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Albany. Arnie farmed all his life and retired in 2006. After retirement, the couple moved to Pondview Estates when Arnie started refurbishing old tractors. His favorite was a Ford 8N. He also built a people wagon which the children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren still enjoy for an afternoon ride. Arnie enjoyed watching the Minnesota Vikings and Minnesota Twins. His children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren were his pride and joy. He loved them all dearly!
Arnie was an active church member on the parish council, ushering, and as trustee. He was a member of Knights of Columbus Father Pierz Council #3628, Catholic United Financial, Albany school board member for 30 plus years, president of the Albany Heritage Society for many years and very involved in 4-H.
Survivors include his wife, Ginny Meier of Albany; sons and daughters, David (Diane) Meier of Albany, Debra (Steve) Blenker of Albany, Donald (Kelly) Meier of Minnetonka, Nancy (Kevin) Cera of Brookville, Ohio, Thomas (Doreen) Meier of St. Cloud, and Dennis (Stephanie) Meier of Avon; 11 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.
Arnie was preceded in death by his parents, Bernard and Louise Meier; sisters and brothers-in-law, Marcella (Joe) Maritsch, Lillian Meier, Florence (Jim) Primus; and niece, Jean Hellermann.
Arrangements were made with Patton-Schad Funeral and Cremation Services of Melrose.
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