Kathryn A. (Kay) Meyer

Kathryn A. (Kay) Meyer passed away on February 12, 2015. Kay and her husband, Robert W. (Bob) Meyer, moved to Albuquerque, NM from Illinois in 1972. She accepted a position at the University of New Mexico and Bob continued his studies for his Ph.D. Bob, the love of her life, passed away in 1983 after 35 years of marriage. Kay continued working at UNM until she retired from her position as Academic Administrator of the School of Engineering in 1995. After she retired, Kay remained in Albuquerque and continued to brighten the lives of those around her. She loved people and was loving and generous to her family and friends. Her little dog Schatsie, adopted from the animal shelter, was the highlight of her life. Kay gave freely of her time and her love to all who knew her. She also volunteered at Casa Angelica to help care for those unfortunate little ones who needed someone to love them. In addition to Bob, Kay was preceded in death by her brother Tommy and her parents, Thomas and Corinne Miller of Illinois; brother-in-law Donald Meyer, sister-in-law and brother-in-law Mr. and Mrs. Joseph (Patricia Meyer) McDonough. She is survived by her sister and brother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. George (Phyllis) Burdette of Peoria, IL, brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Richard (Josephine) Meyer, and sister-in-law, Ruth Meyer. Kay left behind a wealth of nieces and nephews (58) whom she loved dearly. She is also survived by her Albuquerque "adopted" family and her many friends at the Villa Apartments where she resided for over 30 years. Memorial Services will be held Saturday, February 28, 2015, 10:00 a.m., at FRENCH - Wyoming. FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400