Comments on: Donald L. Meredith

By: Lonnie J Bevens II

Lonnie J Bevens II — Sat, 14 Nov 2020 10:54:50 +0000

Such sad news. He came to THS in fall of 1975 replacing Mr. Hamm in the music department. In very short time, he turned the rag drag excuse of a marching band into a more capable marching band. The concert band played better and he had good control of the stage bands. He was a great asset to the Topeka Schools music department. He was a bit tough on me at times but he taught me to persevere and move forward. I probably wouldn’t be working in the entertainment industry had it not been for his guidance in high school. R.I.P. Don Meredith.

By: Norval Ralstin

Norval Ralstin — Fri, 13 Nov 2020 22:30:24 +0000

Lots of good memories about Don. He was my roommate at K-State, introduced me to a gal that became my wife and honored me by being my best man at our wedding. Don has been a true friend and has made life better by knowing him

By: Jeannie Gooch Cotten

Jeannie Gooch Cotten — Fri, 13 Nov 2020 17:23:16 +0000

My condolences to all of you. I loved having Mr. Meredith as a band instructor and was sad when he decided to leave Shawnee Heights. He had a great impact on all his students.

By: Kevin Broadnax

Kevin Broadnax — Fri, 13 Nov 2020 15:50:56 +0000

Mr Meredith started Black Stage Band at Topeka High 75-76, 76-77. “Shades of Black” He was the mastermind behind that and he lead us, even though some in 501 did not, we were good!!…He came by my house and gave me a cassette we recorded and met my family who loved him. He got me out of my shell to play a Sax solo…he loved it, I did not think I could do it but, HE KNEW. I even played in the Air Force. Every time I play my Sax I always think of him and I still play at age 60. RIP Sir and my condolences to the family….LOVED HIM and will never forget him. He had “SOUL” and was a great teacher and player….. RIP.

By: Tom and Joannie Grist

Tom and Joannie Grist — Thu, 12 Nov 2020 20:44:12 +0000

Bill, Teresa and family – please accept our sincere condolences. In this time of sorrow, remember the warmth of his smile and laughter. His spirit and genuine fortitude will never be forgotten. May he rest in peace.

By: Debra Marney

Debra Marney — Thu, 12 Nov 2020 17:41:40 +0000

I am sorry for your loss. Mr Meredith was my band teacher at Shawnee Heights and he made it a wonderful experience

By: Daniel G Guzman

Daniel G Guzman — Thu, 12 Nov 2020 14:24:28 +0000

To the family of Mr Meredith so sorry to hear of his passing. I was his first class at Topeka High. He was a great teacher with a pasion for music. With a great sense of humor it was fun going to band first hour. He touched a lot of lives and made a difference. A life well lived sounds like a good family man. May he rest in peace.

By: Alan and Karla Billings

Alan and Karla Billings — Thu, 12 Nov 2020 12:58:31 +0000

Bill, Teresa and family-May years of wonderful memories sustain you in the days ahead. Peace and comfort to all.

By: Brian W Loy

Brian W Loy — Thu, 12 Nov 2020 01:20:10 +0000

To the Meredith family, my sincere condolences. Mr. Meredith was my middle school band instructor in the early 80’s at Shawnee Heights. He made band very enjoyable and had a way of making us want to be better. God bless you all.

By: Julia Mae Thompson

Julia Mae Thompson — Thu, 12 Nov 2020 00:02:52 +0000

Karen and family,
I was so sorry to read of Don’s passing. We still live in the same house on Navajo as when you lived in Hiawatha and are still members of First Presbyterian. You would never guess how many times I have driven down our street and said to myself, “that’s where Don & Karen Meredith lived.” Praying you are comforted by God’s grace and the love of family and friends.
Sincerely,
Julia Thompson