Joe Davis Meyer's Obituary
Joe Davis Meyer of Tulsa, OK died peacefully, surrounded by family on February 4, 2017 at St. Francis Hospital after a short battle with cancer. He was 88. Joe was born February 1, 1929 in Tulsa to William “Whitey” Meyer and Sudie Davis Meyer. He and the love of his life, Betty Lou Morris, enjoyed 44 years of marriage until her death in 1994. Joe worked as a salesman for Gates Hardware for a number of years, until he took over the operation of the family farm in Larned, KS. Upon retirement, Joe returned to Tulsa to closer to friends and family. Joe enjoyed all sports; playing tennis, bowling and golf where he made a great number of friends and met the second love of his life Irene Selph. Irene was a great companion who supported and cared for Joe in the last years of his life.Joe is survived by his brother Jack Meyer, Tulsa, his two sons Daniel Meyer and wife, Suzie of Edmond, OK; Scott Meyer and wife Gina, Tulsa, OK; grandchildren Adam, Brooke, Joe, Asheley, Aubrey and Jacob and five great grandchildrenJoe was preceded in death by his parents, wife Betty, brother Harold Meyer and sister Mary Sue VanZant.Dad, you were a great example of a father, husband, grandpa and friend. We were so proud and happy to have had you in our lives. You will always be loved and remembered.Graveside service will be 1:00 PM, Friday, February 10th, Floral Haven Memorial Gardens.Graveside service will be 1:00 PM, Friday, February 10th, Floral Haven Memorial Gardens.
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