Joel Reynolds Myer
April 12, 1949 ~ April 25, 2024
Joel Reynolds Myer, 75, retired IMA Insurance Agent, passed away peacefully, April 25, 2024 at Wesley Woodlawn Hospital.A celebration of life will be held at Northside Church of Christ, 4545 North Meridian Avenue, Wichita, Kansas on Friday, May 17, 2024 at 10 AM.Joel was born April 12, 1949 in Wichita, KS to L.D. “Don” Myer and Mary Elizabeth “Betsy” Reynolds Myer. Joel graduated from Wichita East High School in May 1967 and later graduated from Wichita State University with an Economics degree.On March 20, 1970 he married Cheryl O'Brien. Together they had two children - Christopher “Chris” Myer and Cyndra Myer.He was a member of Wagonmasters, past president of the Wichita Swim Club, and past president of the Independent Insurance Association.He is preceded in death by his parents and brother, John Myer. He is survived by wife, Cheryl; son, Chris; and daughter, Cyndra Whiddon (Jim); grandchildren, Connor Guthridge, Dylan, Megan and Emma Whiddon; brother, Jeff Myer (Pat Cavey); nephew, Daniel Myer; sister, Katherine “Katie” Lukens (Buz); sister-in-law, Debby McCarty; nephews, Jack, Peter, Benjamin and Patrick Myer; sister-in-law, Jacque (Johnson) Boyter (Lane); niece, Kiersten Twitchell (Cody); nephew, Landon Boyter; niece, Shannon Isern; great-nephews, Levi and Luke.Joel was a caring person and helped many "in need.” His family knew that if he was late for dinner, he was probably helping someone who was stuck on the side of the road. He had a deep love for his family and had a wicked sense of humor.In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to "Know your Bible" c/o Northside Church of Christ, 4545 North Meridian Avenue, Wichita, Kansas 67204; or League 42 c/o Leslie Redd Learning Center, 1212 East 17th St. N., Wichita, Kansas 67212.Services in care of Downing & Lahey East Mortuary.
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The passing of our brother Joe will leave a big hole in our hearts. We have had good times and moments of memories making that will keep you close to us. Our camping trips as kids, lake time with families, game nights, and weekly chess games. Your kindness and humor warmed us daily. You fought the good fight and won. Rest in peace Brother. Sister Katie and Buz Lukens
So sorry to hear about the passing of Joe. As young kids we played together when he lived on Clifton and I lived on Vassar and we both attended East High. My condolences to Joe’s family. Max Moses, class of Wichita High School East 1967
Getting to know the Myer family through Kamp Katie has been a great joy and blessing. Joe and his family have always been welcoming and warm friends with whom to share laughter and good times. Thank you so much for all your kindnesses and friendship. Joe is free from earthly pain now, and he left a legacy of smiles and memories that will remain here to be shared. Blessings to you all, Gail Abrahamson
Cheryl, Sorry to hear of Joel’s passing !