Patricia Ann "Pat" Meinert Rockford, Illinois Obituary

Patricia Ann "Pat" Meinert

Patricia Ann “Pat” Meinert, 61, Rockford, passed away peacefully Thursday, November 12, 2015, in her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born April 9, 1954, in Quincy, Illinois, the daughter of Lawrence J. and Geraldine R. “Geri” (Veile) Meinert. She graduated from Rockford East High School, Rock Valley College and Northern Illinois University. Pat taught at St. James Catholic School in Belvidere and later at St. Rita Catholic School in Rockford. Up until the time of her passing, she was the director of the Rockford Volleyball Association, the director of the Rockford Park District volleyball program, and was the varsity volleyball coach at Belvidere North High School. Also during her career she coached softball and volleyball at Rockford East High School and coached volleyball at Rockford University. She was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church. Just this week Pat was elected into the Rock Valley College Athletics Hall of Fame. Pat is survived by her siblings, Daniel (Carol) Meinert of Dinuba, CA, David (Dr.Lora Mackie) Meinert of Herndon, VA, Joan (Sam) Casazza of Surprise, AZ, and Michael (Jodi) Meinert of Rockford; her nieces and nephews, Jennifer (Jerimiah) Walters, Gregory (Rebekah) Meinert, Amie (Matthew) Rangel, William Meinert, Nichole (Michael) Deal, Sarah (Jason) Borg, Michael (Samantha) Mosher, Benjamin (Hannah) Meinert, Jacob (Kylie) Meinert, and Rachel Meinert; numerous great-nieces and great-nephews; and all of her volleyball family members. She is predeceased by her parents. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 11:00 A.M. Monday, November 16, 2015, at Holy Family Catholic Church, 4401 Highcrest Rd. There will be no visitation at the church but there will be a Celebration of Life gathering at the ISC (Indoor Sports Center), 8800 E. Riverside Blvd, Loves Park, from 3:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. on Monday for Pat’s family and friends. There will be a private burial in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Arrangements by Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Mulford Chapel, 1860 S. Mulford Rd. Rockford. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Rockford Volleyball Association Scholarship Fund, 1026 Forest Garden Dr. Loves Park, IL 61111, or Northern Illinois Hospice, 4215 Newburg Rd. Rockford, IL 61108. Share online condolences at www.fitzgeraldfh.com.
April 9, 1954 - November 12, 201504/09/195411/12/2015
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Georgia DeSautel
November 17, 2015
To Pat's family,
We send our deepest sympathy in the loss of your sister Pat. We have many memories of the days when Pat was our neighbor & babysitter (Jone & Michael too) and we are saddened to hear she has left us far too soon. RIP Pat ....
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Forget Me Nots was posted for Patricia Ann "Pat" Meinert.
Forget Me Nots was posted for Patricia Ann "Pat" Meinert.
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Natasha
November 17, 2015
I am so very sorry for your loss. During difficult times a scripture that has helped me cope is Revelation 21:3-4. I hope this brings comfort to your family as well.
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Niki Milazzo
November 17, 2015
So saddened to hear of Ms. Meinert's passing. She was my 6th grade teacher at St. Rita's and a few years back taught my daughter to play volleyball at ISC. Praying for her family and friends at this most sorrowful time.
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Terry Worley
November 17, 2015
Through playing softball with Pat's sister, Joan, I knew a little of Pat. She always struck me as a serious, but at the same time, an easy going person. I wish I had known her better. Joan, my heart goes out to you. I know how much you loved your sister. Take care. ... Continue Reading
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deb Nau
November 16, 2015
It has been several years since my daughters played and loved volleyball. First at the old Rockford Volleyball Center, then ISC. Pats calming and reassuring presence as Commander in Chief floated through the air. The girls had a wonderful athletic outlet coupled with go... Continue Reading
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Dana (Johnson) Hughes
November 16, 2015
I was so sorry to hear that Ms. Meinert passed away. She was my volleyball coach at Rockford East in the 1990's. She was a wonderful lady who LOVED volleyball and us. CBVB Ms. Meinert!! You will be missed.
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Vanessa (Dal Pra) Wochner
November 14, 2015
I was so sorry to hear about Ms. Meinert's' passing. She was my 6th grade teacher at St. Rita's 33 years ago. We always loved it when she let us play volleyball and I remember staying after school with some of the other girls so she could teach us how to crochet...some... Continue Reading
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Patty Powers
November 14, 2015
My sincere sympathies on your loss. I am a Rockford area volleyball official and had many opportunities to interact with Pat. She truly was a class act, an excellent role model for her players. And, I don't think I ever saw her without a smile! Wishing you peace as y... Continue Reading
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John Purnell
November 14, 2015
Mike, Joan, and Family,

We are so sorry for your loss... Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time...

John & Bobbie Jo Purnell
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Brock Witte
November 13, 2015
Dan, David, Joan and Mike. It is with great sadness to learn of Pat's passing. Pat's dedication to volleyball and the athleticism that she enthusiastically passed on to others, over the numerous years, will be held in high regard for those that were fortunate to be coac... Continue Reading