Pete Phillips Posted July 15, 2015 Share Posted July 15, 2015 It hurts a lot to have to report this, but our friend and former BCA President Paul Meyer lost his long battle with cancer last night. He was one of my best and closest friends in the whole world. At least his pain and suffering are over with. No funeral arrangements yet, according to Mary Ann.It was so good to see him at the Springfield national meet, but I knew that would be his last one. Pete Phillips, BCA #7338 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Wiegand Posted July 15, 2015 Share Posted July 15, 2015 This hurts me to hear this also. We knew him pretty well and he was a good friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with Mary Ann and the family. Terry and Barbara Wiegand Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barney Eaton Posted July 15, 2015 Share Posted July 15, 2015 I was so excited to see Paul at Springfield, so glad he made it and I hope it brought him the same pleasure to be there that it did for many of us to see him. Thanks for letting us know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnD1956 Posted July 15, 2015 Share Posted July 15, 2015 Our condolences to Mary Ann and family. Paul will be remembered. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Bruce aka First Born Posted July 15, 2015 Share Posted July 15, 2015 Paul, may you rest in peace. You will never be forgotten. Ben Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
38Buick 80C Posted July 15, 2015 Share Posted July 15, 2015 I too was so very excited to see Paul at Springfield and spent quite a bit of time visiting with him. It's very sad to hear this as I really liked Paul. A great Buickman. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bhclark Posted July 15, 2015 Share Posted July 15, 2015 It was great to see Paul in Springfield. We were so glad that he and the family did what it took to get there. It seemed to be very enjoyable for Paul as he was in high spirits most of the time.Our condolences go out to Mary Ann and the rest of the family as well. I have already asked the Office to send an arrangement worthy of Paul's contribution to the BCA and it's members.Please keep us in the loop as to the memorial. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buick5563 Posted July 15, 2015 Share Posted July 15, 2015 I too, am very glad to have had one last visit with Paul in Springfield. It was my pleasure to have known him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
g-g-g0 Posted July 15, 2015 Share Posted July 15, 2015 Stopped by Paul's home on the way to Springfield and had a wonderful visit. He was such a great guy and I loved to hear him tell stories about Buick's and especially HIS Buick's! He is riding the golden streets of Heavan now. May he rest in peace! God's blessings and strength to Mary Ann and the family.Gary 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest my3buicks Posted July 15, 2015 Share Posted July 15, 2015 Paul was a great stand up guy. He will be missed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old-tank Posted July 15, 2015 Share Posted July 15, 2015 Condolences to his family. I am going to miss that big smile and welcoming handshake. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Riviera Posted July 15, 2015 Share Posted July 15, 2015 Rest in Peace my Friend ! Paul was a GREAT AMERICAN and I am so pleased to have know Him !Here is a picture of Paul with the Ladies in San Antonio - 2008 Meet . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted July 15, 2015 Share Posted July 15, 2015 Condolences to his family. I am going to miss that big smile and welcoming handshake. "big smile and welcoming handshake" that was Paul. I will miss that too Willie. Plus so many other things, too numerous to mention. I am deeply saddened to hear this, I knew it was coming but didn't expect it this soon. Makes me regret even more not coming to the Nationals, all y'all are so lucky to have seen him in his element one last time. But I'll never forget the good time we had when he visited Rita and me once as well as the fun conversations we had at the Nationals and emails. I feel blessed and privileged to be able to say he was my friend. Pete please keep us posted as to the arrangements and please let Mary Ann know we are thinking of her and send our prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted July 16, 2015 Share Posted July 16, 2015 We have lost someone really special. We will miss him so much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buick840 Posted July 16, 2015 Share Posted July 16, 2015 Very sad news,I never had the privilege of meeting Paul but it always saddens me when we loose a fellow Buick owner.....condolences to his family and friends Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booreatta Posted July 17, 2015 Share Posted July 17, 2015 Its hard to add anything to this post that has not already been said. I thought he looked good in Springfield and when I saw him I stuck out my hand but he said there will be no more of that and he gave me a big hug. Few men can walk as tall as he did. The last words I had with him was after the awards dinner after he made everybody face the flag and say the pledge. When Kathy and I were leaving the dinner, I told him I would see him in Allentown and he replied that he would be there. I know he will. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family. Rest in peace Paul you are missed Chuck Kerls 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barney Eaton Posted July 17, 2015 Share Posted July 17, 2015 Paul initiated the pledge while he was on the BCA Board. I believe the motion was that every BCA Board and General membership meeting would begin with the pledge, and hopefully it will continue as long as there is a BCA 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Phillips Posted July 17, 2015 Author Share Posted July 17, 2015 Memorial service will be on Tuesday, July 21. If desired, memorial contributions may be sent to the American Cancer Society or St. Jude Children's Hospital in Memphis, TN.Here is the obituary notice:http://www.colliersfuneralhome.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1627636 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NTX5467 Posted July 19, 2015 Share Posted July 19, 2015 Thanks for the notification and service information, Pete. Paul's legacy of contributions to the BCA (and members thereof) is a great one that will be fondly remembered. Deepest condolences to his family. Willis Bell 20811 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dandy Dave Posted July 20, 2015 Share Posted July 20, 2015 Sad to hear. Hope he is riding that Big Buick on streets of gold with the Angels in the Sky. Dandy Dave! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
38Buick 80C Posted July 22, 2015 Share Posted July 22, 2015 (edited) Gateway Chapter was well represented, drove their old Buicks and deserve a big thank you for being the BCA's ambassadors honoring this great man.Untitled.pdf Edited July 22, 2015 by 38Buick 80C (see edit history) 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted July 22, 2015 Share Posted July 22, 2015 Well that put some tears on my cheeks. Thanks Brian. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted July 22, 2015 Share Posted July 22, 2015 It was good to see you and Pete make it out, Brian. There were around 300 people at the visitation. Unfortunately, I had to leave to get back to work before I could join the rest of the Buick parade. I did drive it, though 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Phillips Posted July 22, 2015 Author Share Posted July 22, 2015 Nice Buick show in the church parking lot....very touching tribute. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnD1956 Posted July 22, 2015 Share Posted July 22, 2015 Amen, and I saw a few more nice Buicks in the background of the pictures too. God Bless em all!!! Rest in Peace Paul! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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