On December 11th, 2017, Lori Meyers passed away from cancer. We would like to extend our deepest condolences to her family, students and colleagues during this difficult time. The following text comes from her nomination, which was submitted in November 2017.
Lori Meyers was nominated by a colleague who wishes to remain anonymous.
Ms. Meyers is the epitome of strength in the face of adversity. As a secretary, she greets staff, students, visitors, and families with a smile. People can tell the culture of the building within the first five minutes of them entering the school, because Ms. Meyers and her co-secretary ensure that everyone's needs are met.
Her smile is even more inspiring because she is a breast cancer survivor. Despite the chemotherapy, needles and treatments, she goes to work every day and never complains. She was recognized by her entire school in October 2017 during “I'm A Survivor" day. She was surprised by her fiancé, mother, daughter, and her sister circle of friends.
"Ms. Meyers is a hero who inspires us all to keep believing, keep hoping, and keep pressing to live our best life," the nominator said.
Lori was a true angel. She would come to her office visits and never complained. Lori brought a smile to everyone including myself. Lori taught me a lot of things. I would complain a lot, but once I’ve met her, I’ve looked at my life differently. Here’s a beautiful woman that’s fighting for her life and here I am, complaining about something irrelevant. I will always love Lori from the bottom of my heart. I will never forget her. Rest easy beautiful angel.
Lori was the epidome of a lady. Effervescent, courageous, congenial. She was an all round beautiful person,inside and out. I am confident that her children will shine as bright as she did and gone to share her heart. Our lives are made better because we’ve had a relationship with such a jewel. See you again some day friend.
Hi,I I don't know Lori personally but I know of what I have heard and read about Lori is that she Truly deserves this recognition!
You fought a public battle with dignity and grace. Your smile lights up every room. Our world became a little dimmer the day we lost you. Thankful for the time, laughter, and joy you gifted us all. Rest in sweet peace.
Lori Meyers was an inspiration to everyone who knew her. She was one of the most beautiful and kind people I ever had the pleasure to meet. I was so surprised when I learned of her battles with cancer because she was always so positive and upbeat. I know everyone feels devastated by her loss. I would like to express my condolences to her family and close friends. You were blessed to have her in your lives. I know she left you too soon, but she will live on in all of our hearts.
I am honored to have called you my other mother, you came into to Kilmer and changed it for the better, you were such an positive impact on us all your smile you presence was everything. You was there for everyone you didn’t choose sides you made sure everyone was happy you was there for me made sure I made it to work when knowing I didn’t have my car you would call me every morning and make sure I was good. You taught me that even in your toughest moments in life to still smile because whatever god has for us is already written. You made me laugh,smile, we had so much fun together. you trusted me with a lot you showed me sides of you and what you’ve was going through that you would only show your family or closest friends so that’s how I knew we was more then co workers I was your baby and you will forever hold a special place in my heart I miss you and I love you Queen lori Meyers I’m so happy I built that relationship with you and I will forever cherish the time we had together
Although, I never got to know you personally, I always heard nothing but wonderful things about Lori. How loving and fair she was. A pleasant angel of a person. Hers the only regret I have is not actually knowing you as a friend!
Lori was a one of a kind precious gem. Her strength, her faith in God, and her courage was unmeasureable. She inspired others that no matter what you are going through, just smile. Lori will truly be missed, especially her beautiful smile and kind words. Never a harsh word for anyone, just a one of a kind beautiful smile.
Lori was the one of the sweetest people I knew. I met a few years ago at the hair salon and we connected right off the back, I was so inspired by her my church honored Breast cancer survivor one year and she was one the ladies I chose. Lori you will truly be missed and not that she will even see this but others will read and I hope they can be inspired by the kind words. She always had a smile no matter what...
I feel fortunate to have known and worked with Lori during the time she worked at Joyce Kilmer Middle school.
Somehow, in a corner of my head, I am still hoping that this isn’t true. Losing Lori has created a void that could be never filled by another. She was like family to us all and was always there to help anyone who needed her. Let us all stay strong for her, her fiance and her family. Let’s never forget Lori and be comforted by the awesome memories of her.
Love always.
You taught me no matter what I'm going through just live life.. Lori I never knew the meaning of strength until I saw the passion you had for life I promise you Lorraine from this day forward my mindset will be different dealing with life and its down falls...It's a pleasure to call you my FRIEND.
You had a smile every morning when you greeted me Lori we ate lunch together every day for 2 years we talled about everything God knew you best i pray that your resting now no more pain i will always remember our time together love you always
I am was honored to have worked with you and beyond honored to be nominated with you as a life changer. The funny thing is you have helped to change me! You helped me to see that strength and courage are within each of us and in times of need we can find it to face whatever we are dealing with. Your smile lite up a room. You always made me laugh and we certainly needed this when doing the work we do on a daily basis with our kids. Your heart was big. You will be missed dearly. You were my friend, my work BFF
