Martha E. "Marty" Meyer

Martha E. “Marty” Meyer, age 92, of Sunrise Beach, passed away July 9, 2025, at Lake Regional Health System in Osage Beach. She was born September 9, 1932, in Ripley, Tennessee, a daughter of the late Charles and Lillie (Walding) Ray. In 1953, she married Donald E. Propst, who preceded her in death in 1977. On February 14, 1978, in Crystal City, Missouri, she was united in marriage to her surviving husband, Elmer Meyer. In her earlier years, Marty was very active in Eastern Star. She was appointed District Deputy Grand Matron among many other leadership roles. Marty was the longest tenured member of the Ozark Chapel United Methodist Church in Laurie. She was active in the United Methodist Women where she was awarded Woman of the Year for the Lakes District and organized and participated in the praise team for many years. She and Elmer hosted a Tuesday night Bible Study at church for over ten years. Marty served as a Lay Leader and often filled in as a guest preacher. She faithfully served in various ministries and touched countless lives through her faith. Her love for God guided every aspect of her life, and she found great joy in worship, fellowship and serving others. She lived out her faith with grace and humility. Outside of church, she had a zest for life and many passions. She loved cooking and sharing meals with loved ones. She also enjoyed traveling and exploring new places. A sharp mind made her a master of crossword puzzles, a hobby she took great pride in. She leaves behind a legacy of faith, love and joyful service. Marty will be deeply missed by her family, friends and all who were blessed to know her. In addition to her husband, Elmer, she is survived by her children, Cathy Benton and husband Ray, Vickie Simpson and Jeff Propst and wife Roxanne; grandchildren, Carrie Smith, Andy Simpson and wife Jessica, Julie Lucas and husband David and Christopher Propst and wife Kimberly; twelve great-grandchildren, David Dyer and wife Janet, Jonathan Dyer, Emma Dyer, Benjamin Smith, Noah Smith, Asher Smith, Silas Smith, Lane Lucas, Leyton Lucas, Brooklyn Propst, Brody Propst and Sam Simpson; her brother, Bobby Ray and wife Lora Fay; sisters, LaNelle Gay, Sue McLemore and Deanie Grisham and husband Sonny and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. In addition to her parents and first husband, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Jerry Ray and Lackey Ray and her sister, Maxine Jones. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 16th, at the Ozark Chapel United Methodist Church in Laurie with Pastor Tim Lee officiating. The family will receive friends from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, at the church. A private family graveside service will be held at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery in St. Louis. Memorial contributions are suggested to Ozark Chapel United Methodist Church or to Samaritan’s Purse. Arrangements are under the direction and care of the Kidwell-Garber Laurie/Sunrise Beach Chapel.

Martha E. "Marty" Meyer

September 9, 1932 - July 9, 2025

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September 9, 1932 - July 9, 2025

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