With deep sadness we announce the passing of Bruce William John Meyer on November 22nd 2024. He died at home with family after a year-long fight with lung cancer.
Born in Merrill, IA in 1933, he went to Morningside College and graduated from William Mitchell College of Law in St. Paul in 1958. He was a defense attorney and practiced law in Duluth defending several high profile criminal trials. He finished his career at MN Lake County Attorney’s office in 1996.
An outdoorsman since childhood, he enjoyed bird hunting, trapping, and especially fishing. He went on many fishing trips to Canada, ND, Michigan, Florida and Alaska. Deep fried and breaded with lots of tartar sauce, was his favorite preparation method.
Bruce bought land near Two Harbors in the 1960s, and lived in a cabin until the 1990s. There he enjoyed hunting mushrooms, polishing rocks, making jewelry and tending to his garden. He was a Master Gardener and could make any plant flourish even in the worst of soils and climates, which won him many ribbons at the county fair.
Bruce was an avid reader, enjoyed philosophy and listening to classical music. He valued education and curiosity fueled his desire to continue learning until his last days. He was known and loved for his sharp wit and practical wisdom. He was cherished by his family and friends and could easily carry a conversation with anyone about anything.
Survived by and will be greatly missed by his ‘lady of 33 years’, Maureen Mahoney and his children Greg Fritsche, Dan Meyer, Julie Meyer, Tony Lundstrom, Dave Meyer and Rachel Meyer.
There will be a memorial in Duluth, MN spring/early summer of 2025.
Memorials can be made to the Salvation Army or St. Louis County Rescue Squad.
