Roland Walter Meier, 88, of Cumberland died Thursday, October 28, 2021, at his daughter’s home.

He was born August 15, 1933, in St. Paul, MN to Walter and Mildred (Johnson) Meier.

He was married in St. Paul, MN on March 30, 1954, to Barbara Jean Roach who preceded him in death on December 18, 1995.

Roland worked for 3M for a total of 38 years starting as an industrial engineer in St. Paul and later becoming a plant manager. Two years in Brussels, Belgium; nine years in Cumberland as plant manager, then becoming a vice president of abrasives; requiring him to do extensive traveling around the world.

Roland avidly built working airplane and boat models. He later took up stained glass and was happy to gift them to family, friends, and donated pieces to charity. Roland loved to read, he was known for reading almost a book a week. In Florida, Roland learned how to play dominos and it became a beloved family tradition.

He is survived by his two sons, Scott Meier in New Richmond and Christopher Meier in Cumberland; two daughters, Jacque Meier-Smith of Hudson and Pamela Grover of New Richmond; three grandchildren, Scott & Darren Grover and Rose Smith; seven great grandchildren: Aydan, Devin, Cloe, Zoe, Walter, Wesley, and Helen; brother, Raymond Meier, numerous cousins, and other family and friends. He was preceded in death by his son-in-law, Brian Smith; and fiancée, Patricia Norman.

Funeral services will be held at 2 PM Tuesday, November 9, 2021, at Skinner Funeral Home in Cumberland . Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Cumberland. Visitation will be from 12 noon - 2 PM. Military honors were accorded by Anderson-Thomson Post #98 American Legion of Cumberland.

Skinner Funeral Home of Cumberland serving the family.

Last Update: Oct 31, 2021 2:53 pm CDT