Carl Meyer
Carl Anthony Meyer
December 18,1931 - June 25, 2019
Carl Anthony Meyer, 84, beloved son, brother, husband and uncle was born in Baton Rouge, LA on December 18, 1931 and passed away at Passages Hospice in New Orleans on June 25, 2019.
He is survived by a sister Martha Dawn Meyer Duncan (Jack), nieces Betty Ann Kirklan, Kim Marty Venable (Ricky), Danielle Marty, and nephews Tony Marty (Marcie) and Mitchell Marty (Renee'). He leaves behind several great nieces and great nephews, including Paul Marty, Grace Marty, Luke Marty, Ann Marie Marty, Hady Sobh, Hany Sobh, Jordan Venable, Jerod Venable, Anthony Guillory and Heather Green.
He will also be deeply mourned by his companion of 20 years, Edna Mae Winn of Metairie and her children Kenneth Winn, Janice Vamprine, and Steve Winn. Carl was preceded in death by his devoted wife of 24 years Joan Marie Marty, parents William and Mattie Hayne Meyer, and sisters Jessica Easley and Mary Alice Meyer Cole.
Carl leaves a legacy of a love for others and a love of music. He will always be remembered for his infectious smile, joyful disposition and kind words. He also leaves behind thousands of students he shared his love of music with while he taught in the public and parochial school systems for more than 35 years.
His great nieces and nephews will cherish the music lessons he orchestrated in the living room, and will always remember his constant love and support for them. Carl loved playing music of many genres and for many generations. He only recently stopped playing his weekly gigs. He was proud to bring the sounds of New Orleans to the world through his travels to Europe and recordings with Dr. Jazz. Carl counts many brother and sister musicians as his family, and was proud of the fellowship and music they shared together. He will be remembered as both student and mentor. Carl was humble enough to continue to strive to hone his skills, and confident enough to share his passion for music with anyone who longed to learn from him.
Carl was a man of many talents and interests. He loved the challenge of his daily crossword puzzles, watching Jeopardy, devoured the news, and indulged in watching sports - especially boxing and football. His love of history fueled his joy for travelling both at home and abroad. He also enjoyed the outdoors, particularly duck hunting and fishing while enjoying good times with friends at the camp.
He also developed a skill for carving and painting intricate duck decoys, as he appreciated the beauty of nature. Carl was a patriot, with a strong love for his country. He was also proud of the time he served during the Korean Conflict in a US Army Infantry unit as a Corporal, earning two Bronze Combat Stars, and playing the trumpet for the 6th Infantry Division Band while stationed overseas.
Finally, Carl loved his Catholic faith and enjoyed a strong prayer life. He was a servant of God and he used to pray that Our Lady would help little Johnny from grade school, and anyone else needing a little help, to get into Heaven ""over the back fence"". His friends and family have great confidence, that Carl was greeted in Heaven with the gates held wide open by the trumpeting angels. May he rest in peace. Visitation will be held at Westside Leitz-Eagen Funeral home at 5101 Westbank Expressway Marrero, LA 70072 on Friday, July 5th from 9 am until Mass begins at 1 pm in the Funeral Home Chapel. Internment with be at St. Vincent De Paul #3 following the Mass. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Compassus Hospice or Passages Hospice.