In loving memory of

Pravyn Lance McBride-Meyer
July 2, 2014

Pravyn Lance McBride-Meyer, also lovingly known as "Poppa Bear", "Pra-Pra" and "Dewt", age 2, of 714 Adams, Quincy, died Wednesday, July 2, 2014, at 10:00 a.m. in Children's Hospital in St. Louis, MO.

Pravyn was born May 3, 2012 in Quincy, Illinois, the son of Whitney Meyer and Sam McBride, Jr.

Pravyn loved Mickey Mouse, especially doing the "Hot Dog Dance". He enjoyed playing basketball and watching it on TV, and going on mower rides with his PaPa Lance. Most of all, Pravyn loved to smile.

Pravyn and his brother were typical boys who liked to wrestle, chase each other, cuddle up and eat popcorn, and play outside with their cousin, Riley.

Survivors include: his mother, Whitney Meyer of Quincy, IL; his father, Sam McBride Jr. of Hannibal, MO; his brother; Talan Meyer of Quincy; maternal grandparents, Lance (April) Meyer of Hull, IL; paternal grandparents, Sam McBride Sr. of Hannibal, MO; and Heather Wright of Indianapolis, IN; maternal great grandparents, Dale (Delores) Meyer of Hull, IL; numerous aunts and uncles including: Landon Meyer of Collinsville, IL; Scarlett Meyer of Chicago, IL; and Karri Meyer of Hull, IL; and a special cousin; Riley Kendrick of Hull, IL.

Pravyn was preceded in death by a great grandfather, Noel Kendrick.

Services: Monday, July 7, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. in Hansen-Spear Funeral Home with the Rev. Greg Javaux officiating.

Burial: Greenmount Cemetery

Visitation: Sunday 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in Hansen-Spear Funeral Home.

Memorials: St. Louis Children's Hospital.

www.hansenspear.com

Hansen-Spear Funeral Directors are in charge of the arrangements.

 

 

Tributes

cheyenne foley wrote on Aug 29, 2017:

"awe i am so sorry he was a beautiful baby u will be missed dearly pra- pra"

Essence Thomas wrote on Jul 5, 2017:

"I seen your story on facebook and it really broke my heart. I may not know the pain you are feeling but this has deeply saddened me as if I knew you all personally. I just want to send sincere condolences to your family in this time of pain. God bless your family. I will pray for you all. R.I.P Little Pravyn."

Jade wrote on Jun 8, 2017:

"I'm sorry for your loss! I can't even imagine what you're going through rest in peace little guy ????????"

Talan wrote on Jun 7, 2017:

"Love you so much Brother."

dan boyer wrote on Aug 6, 2014:

"I'm so sorry about your grandson."

Jim & Karen Bernard wrote on Jul 4, 2014:

"Lance, We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your dear grandson. As grandparents ourselves we can't even imagine the depth of your loss. Prayers and Gods blessing at this sad time."

Freddy Bolton & Danielle DeLong wrote on Jul 4, 2014:

"Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow. We really do know how you feel as we both have lost children. Cherish the memories of him and know that he is with God and He is taking good care of him until you can be with him again. He knows that you love him."

Laura Snyder wrote on Jul 4, 2014:

"I can't even begin to know what to say. I can only shed tears as I think of this precious baby and his family. May God wrap his arms around you all and comfort you through this difficult time. RIP Pravyn. Let your beautiful smile shine on in our hearts. <3"

Shelia wrote on Jul 4, 2014:

"I am so very very sorry for your loss of your precious Angel Pravyn. Please know that I am thinking of you and praying for you, Talan, and your family. May God wrap His arms around you and give you comfort and peace."

Emily Dryden wrote on Jul 4, 2014:

"Rest In Peace baby Pra. Help your mommy be able to remain the strong mother and woman that she has always been. I bet all the baby girl angels have alredy fell in love with that big beautiful smile of yours. (:"

deborah Austin wrote on Jul 3, 2014:

"I am so sorry for your lose my heart is for you"