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John Meyer | 1922 - 1999
The roots of Meyer Sign & Advertising Co. trace back to John Meyer, who was born August
18, 1922 in the Netherlands. He married Trina Offerma on January 26, 1944. Three
daughters were born to them in Holland. In 1952, John, Trina and their three girls
immigrated to America. John used his gift of ingenuity in countless ways in the new
country. Speaking a new language, and with only $78.00 in his pocket from the sale
of their furniture in Holland, he began work in Mount Vernon for a sign shop owner.
John later started his own business.
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John suffered a major heart attack at the age
of 44, and his doctor advised him to sell his business so he could live a less stressful
lifestyle. He sold Meyer Sign & Advertising Co. to his son-in-law, Martin Boer,
but remained involved in the business throughout the years.
John and Trina were blessed with two more daughters born in America. John always
told people that he felt like a millionaire - not in terms of monetary wealth, but
in the love that surrounded him in his family. He was a great story-teller and loved
to joke. The key theme throughout John¹s life was that God was not ready to bring
him home, not yet. (His escape from a German workcamp while dodging bullets and
subsequent work with the underground are chronicled in the book written about him,
“Not Yet” by Evangeline DeMaster).
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John nearly died a number of times, enduring 17 surgeries, but each time John came
through with a zest for life and a great sense of humor. Remarkably, he had that
great sense of humor until the very end, joking several times the day that he passed.
Meyer Sign Today
Creative graphic designers bring your visions
to life. Our technicians produce signs of exceptional quality and craftsmenship.
Fully licensed and insured installation crews install your sign with efficiency and professionalism. To keep our signs
looking great, our service personnel perform cleanings, tests and repairs as needed.
Our management handles all the details on time and on budget. Every step of the way,
we're committed to providing the very best in customer service and care.
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