Albert Eugene Meyer, 76, of Connersville passed away Monday evening, April 12, 2021 at Reid Health of Connersville surrounded by his loving family.
Albert was born in Rushville on October 25, 1944, one of three children of John and Estella “Jackie” Mohler Meyer. He was a 1962 graduate of Rushville High School.
On July 6, 1963, he was married at Calvary Baptist Church to Barbara Adkins, and they lived most of their lives together in the Connersville area.
Albert farmed many years on the family farm, and together they owned and operated Peaceful Valley Stables, around Stant Curve near Milton. Albert was also a farm implement dealer.
For many years, Albert also was employed for Roots-Blower/Dresser Industries retiring as Service Manager of Roots Rotary Products Worldwide. After retirement, he worked as a consultant for GE Energy.
He was a faithful member of St. Gabriel Catholic Church and served as Eucharistic minister.
He also enjoyed serving in other church activities, including the annual Thanksgiving meal. He was also a member of Knights of Columbus for the last ten years.
Albert was a dedicated volunteer at the Whitewater Valley Railroad where he served as the organization’s vice president.
Survivors include four children, Becky Hymer, Mike (April Collier) Meyer, David Meyer, and Sarah Russell, all of Connersville; six grandchildren, Charlene Hymer, Lindsy Meyer, Mike Meyer, Stevie (Dylan) Lynn, Jon (Desiree) Meyer, and Phillip Russell; three great grandchildren, Dani Abrams, Gabriel Lynn, and Payton Meyer; his mother, Estella “Jackie” Meyer of Falmouth, Indiana; two sisters, Brenda Meyer of Falmouth, Della Dewees of Brownsville; and a number of nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Meyer, who passed away May 30, 2006, his father John Meyer, and a son-in-law, Larry Hymer.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made in memory of Albert to either Saint Gabriel’s Catholic Church or the Whitewater Valley Railroad.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 12:00 p.m. Saturday, April 17, 2021 at St. Gabriel Church with Reverend Dustin Boehm officiating. Burial will be in East Hill Cemetery, Rushville, Indiana. Friends may call from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Friday, April 16, 2021 at Miller, Moster, Robbins Funeral Home.
Online condolences may be made anytime at millermosterrobbins.com.