Charles Terrace Meier, age 58, of Miles City passed away Friday morning, November 25, 2016 at his home in Miles City after a heart attack.
Charles, better known to his friends and family as Charlie, was born in Valley City, ND on January 25, 1958, the son of Charles Henry and Mary Lou (Motz) Meier. At the age of 13, he moved with his family to Lewistown, MT where he graduated high school.
In 1976, Charlie started working for Gypsum Mining in Lewistown, where he worked for several years. In 1977, he married Nina Mundy and had two sons, Brian and Jason. In 1981, he joined the Army National Guard. In 1987, he married Beth Pyette, with whom he had his daughter Carly and son Jacob. He later moved to Miles City, MT and starting working at Pine Hills Youth Correctional Facility. He held multiple certifications for his past work positions from CPR to Crisis Intervention. In 1996, he married Hsueh Ping Ko and moved to Spokane Washington. He later moved back to Miles City and worked for Pine Hills for over 15 years, until he retired.
Charlie was known to his family as a man with a smile, laugh and sense of humor. He enjoyed playing games with Family and friends, especially pinochle and other games of chance. He also enjoyed outdoor recreation and four-wheeling.
Charlie is survived by his children Jason B. Meier of Missoula, MT; Carly C. Friede of Havre, MT; Jacob E. Holmes of Missoula, MT; his sister Charlene Bleth of Dickinson, ND; grandchildren Brennan Meier of Medford, OR; Andrew Burns of Missoula, MT; Will Meier of Missoula, MT; Zack and Reid Friede of Havre, MT; and Melody Holmes of Havre, MT, many nieces and nephews: Michael Mundy, Corey Mundy, Mandy Roldan, Brandon Roldan, Tomas Roldan, Chris Haider, Robert Haider, Annie Haider, Jennifer La Flam, Amber Nielson, Nathaniel Bunke and Rachel Bunke. He was preceded in death by his parents Charles Henry Meier and Mary Lou Meier, his son Brian Meier, his sisters Cheryl Meier Roldan and Coleen Meier Bunke.
Should friends desire, memorials may be made to the Miles City Public Library in the Meier Family name.
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
3:00 p.m.
Saturday December 3, 2016
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Reception
5:00 p.m.
Saturday December 3, 2016
Airport Inn
Yellowstone Hill
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Chris Taylor says
Sorry to hear about your loss, Charlie was an awesome guy to work with, I will miss him.
Garry Bunke says
My condolences, Charlie was a great brother in law and I loved his sense of humor.
Garry Bunke
Bill Pulse says
Sorry for your loss, Charlie was a great guy to work with, he will be missed around Pine Hills.
Debbie Anderson says
Very sorry to hear this. Charlie was my husbands best friend when we all lived in Lewistown. my husband will carry lots of good memories. We tried to find him in Miles City, as we have lived in Forsyth for the last 9 years. I am so sorry for his children and all of his family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Nicole Tetschner says
I have never met such a wonderful man, God has definitely gained an amazing angel, Charlie has touched so many people’s lives and has so many friends, I myself am truly honored to have had the opportunity to get to know him, he was such a kind hearted, down to earth, give you the shirt off his back kind of guy, he will truly missed by so many, May he rest in peace and be pain free, and may God help heal all the people that are mourning from the loss of such an amazing man!!!!! Love you Char and Dave!!!!
Jason Gergen says
I had worked with Charlie at Pine Hills for 15 years. He was an outstanding officer, who many respected and looked up to. It’s sad to see such a great man go to heaven only at the age of 58. I along with many others will miss you Charlie Meier….may you rest in piece.
Bryon Anderson says
I love working with Charlie could make the day go by quickly even on the bad day grate guy you will be missed
Kevin Caudle says
Charlie was one of the first people i met in Miles city, and my training Officer at pine hills. He was an amazing Man i learned a lot him. You will be missed, but you will live on with all of the people you touched.
Matt Sheldon says
I’m sorry to hear about Charlie’s passing; my condolences to his family and everyone at Pine Hills. Charlie had some of the funnest shifts and he was quick to share funny stories.
Dom Rattey says
Charlie was one of the most honest, hardest working, and funniest people that I’ve ever had the pleasure of knowing. He is sorely missed at Pine by the boys and will be missed by his Pine Hills family.
Kenten Peabody says
I went to the academy with Charlie, in Helena it was a blast!, then I came to Pine Hills and worked with him, that was even more fun!, Charlie was one in a million, there will never be another. He was a great friend and an great coworker, he will be greatly missed, rest easy, my friend you’ve earned it….
Joshua Corson says
Charlie was a great guy, I’m glad I had the privilege to know and work with him.
My condolences.
Abigail Ryman says
Charlie was an awesome man. He was fair and consitant with the boys of Pine. He took time to listen and understand the boys. He is already greatly missed.
Jason Higgins says
I was sorry to hear about Charlie. I worked with him for several years and he was a good man. He was good to the people he worked with as well as the kids he took care of. He will be greatly missed.
Joseph herring says
He truly was a great man and leader. Everyone looked up to and respected him. He is missed greatly
Tameka says
To the family: May you find comfort in knowing that God is close to the brokenhearted and there will be a resurrection.
-Psalms 34:18; Acts 24:15
Randy Robinson says
Charlie and I started our correctional career together in 1992. We were a part of a team that was probably the best that I had the privilege to be included in. There were so many good times working together in Range Riders lodge. Those of you who were a direct recipient of the claw know what I am talking about. Charlie was greatly respected by both the staff and the kids at Pine Hills. He will be sorely missed, goodbye and may you rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers go out to not only your immediate family, but your correctional family as well.
Jodi Kirkwood says
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Charlie. I always loved working with Charlie at Pine Hills and admired him for his dedication to the job! He will be greatly missed by so many!
Andrea Bohlman says
My husband and i both had the pleasure of working with Charlie at Pine Hills. He was a very respected among the youth and coworkers. Charlie always came to work ready to tackle an adventure no matter what it was he always had a smile on his face. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him and worked with him. Rest in Peace Charlie!
Kathy Tom Strub says
You were the Real Deal Charlie and will be missed
Karen Austin says
Charlie loved working with the boys at Pine Hills and always treated them fairly. He had the kindest heart and when he had to be away from work was always more concerned about the boys needing him than about himself and his needs. He worked hard teaching them life’s lessons while being an exemplary role model and mentor and he truly loved his job. My heart is filled with sadness, but I am so thankful to have known Charlie and called him my friend. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.
Amber Nielson says
You will be dearly missed and always loved, rest in peace Uncle Charlie.
Bill & Cyndi Burke says
Charlie, you will be missed so much at Pine Hills. The youth that you mentored found a friend, a father, and a man who was strong enough to love them by giving them the consistent discipline and caring attitude that a real man gives a son or grandson. Bill and I had – and will always have – the utmost respect for you. Peace be with you, Charlie!
James Powell says
The world lost a great man that I knew personaly, who I looked up to and the one that i always had a ton of respect for. I am so happy that I had a chance to work with Charlie and get to know him outside of work too. Charlie and Chris can now play cribbage once again. Rest in peace my friend
Mrs. Lillie says
I’m sorry for the loss of your dear loved one, Charles, may you find comfort in the God of all comfort, Jehovah, in his word, the bible, in Psalms 34;18: Jehovah is close to the brokenhearted; He saves those who are crushed in spirit. God’s word, also says in Isaiah: 25:8: He will swallow up death forever, And the Sovereign Lord Jehovah will wipe away the tears from all faces….For Jehovah himself has spoken it. (Psalms 83:18; Titus 1:2) Isaiah 33:24, Revelation 21:3-5; / John 5:28,29; John 11:25,26; Acts 24:15. This is what God’s Kingdom, under Jesus Christ rulership, will accomplish in the near future, for all those who love righteousness. The true God, also promises in his word, in Psalms 37:11,29:..The meek will possess the earth, And they will find exquisite delight in the abundance of peace, 29: The righteous will possess the earth, And they will live forever on it. Psalms 104:5; Psalms 115:16; Ecclesiastes 1:4; Job 33:25; Isaiah 35:5,6; Isaiah 65:21,22; Psalms 37:34. (New World Translation of the Holy Scriptures)
Jason B. Meier says
I would like to invite anyone to check out my fathers memorial site http://meier.memorial I setup and have quite a few photos a lot of you would probably enjoy. I will be coming down today with my son and Brian’s two boys. If anyone wants to contact me feel free, especially Al Anderson
Darwin Buckentin says
I had the privilege and the honor of working with Charlie at the Heath Plant. I truly respected him. Even though he was my boss, he was a very good friend and inspired me to be better. He touched my life and the lives of many others. My thoughts and prays are with the family.
Randy Parker says
I worked with Charlie for many years, he had an amazing capacity and ability to work with the youth and staff under him. Charlie was a great example of an exceptional corrections officer and leader. Everyone around him enjoyed working with him and looked forward to the opportunity. You will be truly missed my friend, but heaven has gained a very special soul.
Lisa Miller says
Charlie, you have honestly touched so many lives. You were an amazing leader and teacher. I, along with many others learned so much from you. You were a father figure to many boys. They looked up to you, respected you and never wanted to disappoint you. Thank you for everything you have given me and many others. You will always be in my heart.
Brittani says
To the family I am so sorry for your loss. May you have Kindness and Peace from God our Father and the lord Jesus Christ. John 5:28-29
Robin Moline says
To Charlene and Family: I am so sad to read this about Charlie. I am in shock. He was my Best friends brother and I remember him and Tim Dallas always giving me crap at their house. I have missed my talks with Charlene and would love to visit with her. My thoughts and prayers are with her and her family during this time.