Scott L. Meincke

A graveside service for Chief Petty Officer, Scott Leo Meincke, 77, of Coos Bay will be held at 10am, Wednesday, July 17, at Sunset Memorial Park, 63060 Millington Frontage Road in Coos Bay with Pastor Mark Schiro, officiating. The service will conclude with military honors by the US Navy and American Legion Bay Area Post #34.

Scott was born September 19, 1946 in Wabasha, Minnesota, the son of Ralph Fredrick and Gladys Annabella (Witte) Meincke and passed away July 6, 2024 at his home in Coos Bay.

Scott was a graduate of North Bend High School, class of 1965 and went active duty with the US Navy 13 days later. Scott retired from the US Navy in April of 1991. During his service, he served aboard four aircraft carriers, two of which were with two fighter squadrons, VF-51 and VF-111 Tad with two destroyer escorts and several base commands. He was a veteran of the Vietnam war. Serving two deployments on Yankee station, SAR.

Scott was a member of the American Legion, Post 34 of North Bend, the Elks Club, Lodge 1160 of Coos Bay, and the VFW 3440, Bandon.

He is survived by his son, Robert Meincke and wife, Jessica of Council, Idaho; sister, Susan Jean Gray; friends, Claire Hansen and Karen Travelstead as well as other extended family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Glaydes; father, Dr. Ralph and brother, Ralph Jr.

Arrangements are under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel. 541-267-3131. www.coosbayareafunerals.com

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