Alfred Meier

Alfred “Opa” Meier passed away peacefully in the presence of his grandson Preston Foster, on May 13, 2014 in White Rock, BC at the age of 94. (His daughter Marilyn and grandson, Preston were able to spend an enjoyable afternoon with Alfred, he was cheerful and upbeat and they had a positive time together.)

He is survived by his loving wife Emma (nee Barz), children: Harry (Bette) Meier , Bettina Foster-Hurst (nee Meier); Peter (Rita) Meier; Ernie (Erika) Meier; Marilyn Meier; Connie (Kenton) Olson (nee Meier); Glen (Cindy) Meier; 15 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews and extended family.

Viewing and Family Visitation will take place on Sunday June 15, 2014 from 6~8 pm at Woodlawn Mt. Cheam Funeral Home, 45865 Hocking Avenue, Chilliwack, BC. A Funeral Service will be held on Monday June 16, 2014 at 11:00 am in the chapel of Mt. Cheam with Rev. Ken Klassen officiating, Opa will be laid to rest following the service at Chilliwack Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers donations may be directed to Evergreen Baptist Campus of Care, 1550 Oxford Street, White Rock, BC, V4B 3R5 Any donations by cheque can be made out to Evergreen Baptist Home Society. Donations via the web can be made by going to this page and clicking on the “donate” button: http://evergreen-home.com/opportunities/donate. This will take you to Canada Helps website and they are the ones who process online donations. Then simply type in Evergreen Baptist where prompted.