John D Meisinger

John David Meisinger age 56 of Glenwood, IA passed away at his home on Tuesday, December 18, 2018.  He was born on November 8, 1962 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Nebraska City, Nebraska to David P. and Janet A. (Friedrich) Meisinger.

John was raised and schooled in Plattsmouth graduating with the class of 1981.  While in school, John attended the Cramer Course and assisted as an athletic trainer from 7 ^th grade through High School with various sports.  After graduation, he continued his education at the University of Nebraska, Kearney where he obtained a degree in Recreational Management in 1986.  While at college, he continued his love of athletic training for football, basketball, cross country and track.

From an early age, John understood the idea of hard work.  He would spend summers working at Merritt’s Beach and the winter months were spent working at the local bowling center, Li-Mi-Rick Lanes.  He quickly learned the mechanics of the bowling machines and could get a problem fixed in a short time.  He continued his bowling center work while in college in Kearney at the Big Apple. After college, he moved to Denver, Colorado and worked at Celebrity Lanes.  He also worked in Omaha at Maplewood and Mockingbird Lanes.  He worked for Oriental Trading Co. in various positions and after 23 years of service, he retired as a Merchandise Center/ASI Inventory Clerk.

On August 5, 2006, John was united in marriage t0 Deborah (Oliver) Ayers at the Glenwood First Christian Church. John had a love for life and despite physical difficulties, he always had a smile and he didn’t let much get in the way of his life goals.  He enjoyed woodworking, crafts, playing cards, golfing, bowling and biking.  He could spend hours at any store, reading labels and attending auctions always looking for the best deal.  He enjoyed watching football especially the Nebraska Huskers and St. Louis Rams.  He had a special place in his heart for Gabriel, their miniature Schnauzer.  John’s best memories where times spent with family.  He enjoyed watching his nieces, nephews and grandchildren in their various activities.

John is survived by his w ife, Deb of Glenwood; children, Holly Newman of Glenwood, MSgt. James D.(Tessa) Ayers of Clovis, NM; grandchildren,  Averi and Autumn Newman, Piper Ayers; mother, Janet A. Meisinger of Plattsmouth; brothers,  Dan (Mary) of Gothenburg, NE, Buck (Heather) of Plattsmouth;  sisters-in-law,  Diane (Mike) Fichter of Wyoming, Donna (Ed) Guyer of Red Oak, IA, brother-in-law, Dennis Oliver of Glenwood, nephews & nieces,  Alix, Aryn and Ana Meisinger, Kelby, Jessica and J.D. Meisinger, Bradly, Dustyn & Kelcie Oliver, Michael Guyer, Steven and Mark Fichter, Trista Johnson.

He was preceded in death by his father, David P. Meisinger, and brother-in-law, Duane Oliver.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, December 22, 2018 at 11:00 AM at Living Water Church in Plattsmouth, Nebraska with Dr. Allan Wooters officiating.

Visitation will be on Friday, December 21, 2018 from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM with family greeting friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at the funeral home.

In Lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the family for future designation.

Arrangements by Brian P. Harvey Funeral Home, Plattsmouth, NE  402-296-4445