Doddie Z. J. (Meyer) Neumeyer

 Doddie Z. (Meyer) Neumeyer, 65, of Castalia, passed away peacefully early Monday evening, April 21, 2025, at her home after a lengthy illness.

   Born on November 13, 1959, in Sandusky, OH the daughter of Daniel C. and Deanna Jean (Hastings) Meyer.  She was a graduate of Sandusky High School.  For several years, she had been a bartender in the local area and had later  owned and operated the Sportsman Club. 

   Doddie will be remembered by her family for her love of all animals and being involved in rescuing them (if needed), be it her dogs or the horses she cared for at Steinen's Stables in years past.  She also enjoyed spending time tending to her plants and her garden.     

   Doddie was a member of the Sandusky Athletic Club and had belonged to the Sandusky Orioles Club, Nest # 279 and the A.M.V.E.T.S. Post # 17.

   She is survived by her son, Bradley C. (Precious Goodrich and her son, Xander) Neumeyer of Castalia; her mother, Deanna J. (Hastings) Purcell of Georgia; a sister, Danna Grace of Georgia; and she was like a daughter to Doddie, Stephanie (Zachary) Popke-Miller of Castalia; nieces and nephews.

   Doddie was preceded in death by her father, Daniel Meyer; her husband of 21 years, Frederick J. "Butch" Neumeyer (2011), a brother, Joel "Butch" (Hastings) Butts; her maternal grandfather, Charles Hastings; and the significant love of her life for the past 5 years, Robert J. "Robbie" Popke (2023).

   It was her wish to be cremated.  The family will receive friends on Monday, April 28, from 4-7 pm at the David F. Koch Funeral and Cremation Services, 520 Columbus Avenue, Sandusky. Funeral services to be held on Tuesday morning, April 29 at 11:00 am at the funeral home. Rev. Kenneth Lewis officiating.  

   The family suggests that memorial contributions may be made in her name to the Humane Society of Erie County, 1911 Superior Street, Sandusky, OH 44870 or to one's favorite charity.

   Your memories and words of comfort may be shared with Doddie's family at davidfkoch.com.

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