Macklin L. Meyer
Macklin L. Meyer, age 80, of Quincy, died on Sunday, October 11, 2026, in his home surrounded by his family. He was born on June 11, 1946, in Quincy, the son of Leo T. and Mona June (Bence) Meyer. He married Marilyn Meier on April 12, 1969, she survives.
He was of the Catholic faith and a member of St. Peter Catholic Church.
Macklin was a Class of 1964 Christian Brothers High School graduate and furthered his education at Quincy College, graduating in 1968. He then received his master’s degree from Western Illinois University in 1973. He was drafted in the United States Army and served his country from 1970-1972 as a member of the Military Police.
He enjoyed playing basketball in high school and continued his passion for basketball by coaching while also teaching at Camp Point until 1990. Macklin then began teaching for the Quincy Public School system and continued coaching until 2004 when he retired. Mack had a strong love for sports and won 2 State Girls Basketball Championships while coaching and teaching at Quincy Junior High School. During his time at QJHS, he initiated their first cross-country team.
Macklin enjoyed traveling to Minnesota to fish for walleye. A talented woodworker, he crafted many items for family and friends. He also enjoyed playing tennis and winning tournaments with his doubles partner, Jim Wilper. Above all, Macklin cherished time with his family, especially the visits to his brother’s farm with his four grandchildren. He never missed any of their events.
In addition to his beloved wife, he is survived by his children: Jennifer Nell Steel (Cody) and Andrew Meyer (Natalie) both of Quincy.
Grandchildren: Lyla and Leo Meyer; Aubrey and Bode Steel.
Siblings: Bill Meyer (Laverne) and Ed Meyer (Cheryl).
Brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, and other relatives also survive.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and a granddaughter Sophie June Steel.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, October 19, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. at St. Peter Catholic Church. Inurnment in Calvary Cemetery. A visitation will be held on Monday, October 19, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at Duker and Haugh Funeral Home. Memorials are suggested to Macklin’s grandchildren’s education in care of Jennifer Steel or Andrew Meyer. Service arrangements are with the Duker and Haugh Funeral Home.
Dear Meyer Family,
We remember Mac best for coaching our granddaughter, Amy Wentura Peters, girl’s basketball team.
He and his family are wonderful people.
Dick & Pat Wentura
Mack was a great colleague and friend. A friendly smile, a good piece of advice and wow your day was better.
We are very sorry for your loss.
I have many wonderful memories of the years I worked with Màck. He was a wonderful person who will be missed by many.
I was in Mr. Meyer’s final sixth grade class at Clayton Elementary School. We all loved and respected him. When I tell people today that he taught fifth grade, sixth grade, and served as the school principal all at the same time, they are amazed. I usually chalk it up to the fact that it was a different time and place, but the fact of the matter is that few people could have pulled it off as well as he did. I have fond memories of him rewarding us with gummy bears (preferably Black Forest), which he tossed to us from across the room. Sending my condolences to his family…
MR. Meyer was my 8th grade history teacher and he was a wonderful teacher. I’m so sorry to see that he has passed.
So sorry to learn of Macklin’s passing. He was a great guy, and I enjoyed the years I worked with him at Clayton Grade School. He was always an inspiration to go to when I needed it. I was a first year teacher, and I was learning the ropes of teaching in a very rural setting. “Mac” was there for support. I spent two school years with him – 1972- 1973 and 1973-1974. Mac will always hold a soft spot in my heart for his kindness and dedication in helping me make it through those rough two years. I left Clayton and went on to Atlanta in 1975. I spent 34 successful years with the Atlanta Public Schools in many capacities including teacher up to being a school administrator thanks to Mac’s guidance. The Meyer family including Billy and Laverne have my deepest sympathy during these days of your final good byes.
Marilyn, We are so sorry to learn of the passing of Mac. You and your family are in our hearts and prayers
Lois and Jerry Kruse
So sorry to hear of Mack’s passing..what a great guy, also a 1964 fellow classmate.
He was my 6th grade teacher at Clayton Elementary. He knew how to make learning fun. He will forever be my favorite teacher.
Marilyn my prayers are with you and your family. So happy I was able to see you at basketball games with our grandsons last season. Mack will always be a very special influence in my life. He was the first male teacher we had at Clayton Grade School when I was in 6th grade. He was a fun teacher and loved sports and so did I. Always loved his caring and big heart. You will continue to be in my prayers.
Billy and Laverne, so sorry for your loss. Peace and comfort for you and your family.
Eddie and Nicki Kamm
Our Dad enjoyed coaching Mack at Christian Brothers. He was always up beat and trying to do better. Mack was the kind of young adult that CB touted because he exemplified being a Christian/Catholic role model with a huge heart to everyone he met. Of course no man stands alone and Marilyn helped make him a better person. God bless the Meyer Family and everyone they love……Mike McClain (Elmo “Mac” McClain’s oldest son)
Eternal Rest Mac. Wonderful Classmate of 1964.
Mackie was one of my dad, his coaches favorite players. He said Mackie always listened well and played with great intensity. My dad admired this night, young man.
Jenny and family – my deepest condolences to you and your family on the death of your father, I pray that God provides you with the strength required in the days ahead and may your many wonderful memories provide you with comfort. May he Rest in Peace in the arms of God our Father until you are able to meet again.
We were so sorry to hear of Mac’s passing. We not only worked at QPS together, our children went to the same day care during the school year and played together often in the summer and vacation breaks. Jenny and Andrew were good friends to our girls. Andrew, Mac, and Dick went fishing up North and had a great time then, too. Many fond memories of all of them. May all of their memories bring them peace during the time ahead.
Joy and Dick Jurrens
Marilyn and family,
My brother mentioned the passing of your husband, father, grandfather to me at mass this evening at Blessed Sacrament mass. We’ll keep all of you in our prayers and hope to see you in near future at Leo’s horned frogs baseball games
Debbie Smith and Kevin Genenbacher
Dear Marilyn and family,
I was in Mr. Meyer’s 6th-grade class, the very first year he started teaching at Clayton Grade School. As an eleven-year-old girl, I thought he was pretty amazing! I can still see him driving that little red Volkswagen Bug! I was lucky enough to run into him periodically over the years, but I hadn’t seen him for quite some time, something I regret. How blessed you are to have called him husband, dad, and grandpa. I know this life is so much better because he was a part of it.
I’m so sorry for your loss.