Anthony John Meyers

Anthony “Tony” John Meyers, age 77, of Grand Haven, passed away of natural causes and went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, December 7, 2025. He was born on December 5, 1948, in Muskegon, Michigan, to the late Gerald and Leslie (Hatfield) Meyers. On May 31, 1991, Tony married Dorothy “Dottie” Vander Meiden in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia.

Tony grew up in Muskegon and graduated from Orchard View High School, Class of 1967. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War Era, from 1968 to 1972, where he served on an aircraft carrier as an equipment safety specialist, which included packing parachutes. Following his military service, Tony spent 16 years working as a machinist, and later, owned and operated a paper shredding business.

Soon after their marriage, Tony and Dottie opened Dorothy & Toto’s Ice Cream and Kettle Corn. Together, they traveled to fairs and farmers markets throughout Michigan. They also owned a store in Arizona, delighting customers with their delicious ice cream and famous kettle corn for more than 30 years.

Tony was a devoted man of faith and an active member of Way of Christ Church in Mears, MI. He also served as a pastor at Community Bible Church in Quartzsite, Arizona, and was a fill-in pastor at Word of Hope Church in Fruitport. Outside of his church activities, Tony enjoyed music, singing, painting, genealogy research, bird watching, and spending time in nature. He was also a loyal Detroit Tigers fan and loved watching their games.

Tony will be forever remembered and deeply missed by his beloved wife of 34 years, Dottie; his children, Tami Meyers and Kevin Meyers; and the mother of his children, Bonnie Beerman. He is also survived by his stepsons, Dan (Barb) Behm, Kevin (Brandi) Behm, and Todd (Debbie) Behm; his nine cherished grandchildren: Kamren Meyers, Heidi (Josh) Laabs, Kyle (Larissa) Behm, Jill (Matt) Rugenstein, Devon Behm, Shane Behm, Mason Behm, and Parker Behm, Damontay (Kyah) Tyson; Eight great-grandchildren; his brothers-in-law, John (Meg) Vander Meiden, Jim (Bonnie) Vander Meiden, and Dave (Joann) Vander Meiden; as well as several nieces, nephews, great-grandchildren, and many friends in Quartzsite, Arizona.

He was preceded in death by his son, Keith Meyers; and his sister, Ruth Meyers.

The Memorial Service for Tony will take place in Spring of 2026 at Klaassen Family Funeral Home, date and time to be announced.

 Memorial Contributions may be made to Way of Christ Church.

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