RoNel Marie Meyer

  RoNel Marie Meyer, age 84, of Wamego, Kansas, passed away June 19, 2024, at Good Shepherd Hospice House, Manhattan, Kansas.

  RoNel was born on October 22, 1939, at J.H. Baker Hospital, Lacrosse, Kansas to parents Nelson G. and Rosa K. (Dipple) Yost.

  RoNel earned her Bachelor of Science in Chemistry in 1960 and Ph. D. in Animal Nutrition in 1969 from Kansas State University. After graduation, her passion for working with cattle led to continued research on feed additives, which she turned into her career in fieldwork and consultation in cattle nutrition through numerous private companies. Her patents and animal science knowledge led her to work outside of Kansas in Idaho, California, and Texas. She retired from Elanco Animal Health after 10 years of dedicated service. 

  RoNel is survived by a son, Douglas Meyer (Melissa); two grandchildren, Alex Meyer (Michelle) and Andrew Meyer (Melissa); and six great-grandchildren, Braden, Rylee, Lincoln, Karli, Michael, and Laura. She will be missed by countless other family members, friends, and neighbors. 

  RoNel was preceded in death by her parents, granddaughter Elizabeth Meyer, brother Howard Yost, and sister-in-law Helen Yost. 

  RoNel lived a fiercely independent and private life. She requested no memorial service, no cards, and no flowers. Just a reminder to all to enjoy your life.  

  Cremation arrangements are in the care of Campanella & Stewart Funeral Home. No public services are planned. Online condolences may be made at www.campanellastewart.com.