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REMEMBERING MS. CARLA MEIER
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HON. HALEY M. STEVENS
of michigan
in the house of representatives
Friday, August 19, 2022
Ms. STEVENS. Madam Speaker, I rise today in memory of Ms. Carla Jacqueline Meier of Troy, Michigan, who passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 3, 2022. Carla Meier was a devoted mother, fierce progressive activist, and beloved friend and mentor to many, and will be truly missed by all who knew her. Carla's work passionately defending women's rights and advocating for environmental justice are just two examples of the many causes she put her efforts into to serve her community. Michigan's 11th Congressional District lost a true champion for progressive causes, and the entire Nation owes thanks to Ms. Meier for dedicating her life toward fighting for these issues.
Carla Meier was born on January 10, 1947, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to loving parents, Charles and Margaret Meier. She spent her childhood in Ohio with her beloved sisters, Nancy Meier Kronick and Deborah Meier, before making Troy, Michigan her home as a young adult. Upon settling in Troy, Ms. Meier began her career as an administrative assistant. Ms. Meier excelled at everything she committed herself to doing. Through her hard work and strong intuition, she quickly advanced professionally, eventually ascending to the role of advertising executive. While forging ahead with her successful career, Carla also managed to raise two children and cultivated her reputation as a skilled baker and social activist.
Activism was a key component of what made up Carla Meier. Growing up in a time when women were frequently considered less capable, Carla was dedicated to women's rights and worked to invalidate this misconception. Rather than pursuing a leisurely retirement, Carla opted, instead, to pour herself even more into her advocacy work. The intelligence, passion, and skills that led her to a successful career were also critical to her efforts to create a more just society. The world that Carla sought included equality for the LGBTQ+ community, the dismantling of racist institutions, inclusiveness for marginalized peoples, economic reform to aid social welfare, among many other common-sense progressive ideals. Many of these causes were championed by Carla through her work with the Michigan Democratic Party, serving the Justice Caucus, Michigan's Ninth Congressional District, Oakland County Democratic Party, and the Troy Democratic Club. In each of these organizations, she made herself invaluable as a volunteer, mentor, and leader.
Ms. Meier's legacy continues through her children, Dave Inabnitt
(Cary Burtt) and Leah Meray (Ryan), and through her beloved grandchildren, Winona and Lyda. Although she was considered by some as a ``rabble-rouser'' who was never afraid to speak her mind and challenge the status quo, she was also known to be incredibly kind and gracious. Carla touched the lives of many with her exuberant personality, acquiring many close friends throughout her life who miss her. Her family and friends fondly recall her organization skills, silliness with her dogs, long stories, remarkable memory, creative Halloween costumes, collection of flashy cocktail rings and her flawlessly beautiful handwriting, among many other things. It is clear that Carla Meier lived a life of purpose and passion, inspiring many to continue her work to make the world a better and fairer place.
Madam Speaker, Ms. Carla Meier was an incredible servant to the community and her loss has been felt by so many who adored her. I am proud to be one of those who have earned Ms. Meier's support, friendship, and mentorship. The memory of Carla Meier inspires me to work every day to ensure that the progress led by these remarkable women is protected and continued by Congress. I ask my colleagues to please join me in remembering the life of Ms. Carla Meier and her many contributions toward fighting for a more just society.
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SOURCE: Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 137(1), Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 137(2)
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