Meric L. Legnini
Posted By Kyle Nikola On July 27, 2021 @ 7:43 am In Obituaries | 3 Comments
Mr. Meric Louis Legnini, of the Landings on Skidaway Island near Savannah, Georgia, died on Thursday July 15, 2021, at the age of 93 after an auto accident. Born and raised in Pennsylvania, Meric was the son of Italian immigrants and is preceded in death by four brothers and three sisters.
After attending public schools in Havertown, Pennsylvania, Meric served in the U.S. Navy, flying with Hurricane Weather Central, forerunner of today’s National Hurricane Center. He later earned a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from Temple University in Philadelphia. Meric began his career as a newspaper writer and editor. He then spent 25 years at Public Relations with SmithKline and French Labs [now GlaxoSmithKline], followed by over a decade of consulting. He was a two-term member of the board of the National Defense Transportation Association (NDTA) and is a former President of the Literacy Council of Montgomery County, Maryland.
His lifelong association with the sport of golf began at the age of twelve. Although he recently described himself as “an avid golfer, but with noticeably diminished skills”, as a younger man he was the champion many times over. He participated in charity tournaments, served on the board of Congressional Country Club, and was Media Chairman for several high-profile events. Meric has published two contemporary fiction novels and has had three original music compositions recorded. In addition to film, literature, and all sorts of music, he enjoyed bird watching and the beach, particularly Tybee Island, Georgia and Cape May, New Jersey.
Meric is survived by his devoted wife of 70 years, Barbara Legnini (nee Coker); six children, Daniel Legnini, Matthew Legnini, Joanne (Duff) Carothers, Raymond (Jessica) Legnini, Barbara (Cory) Legnini-Tryon and Ruth (Lawrence) Ducey; seventeen grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and many dear friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you honor Meric’s memory by contributing to the care of trees and habitats, or simply keeping a bird feeder filled. You may share your thoughts about Meric Legnini at FamiliesFirstCare.com/obituaries
A Memorial Service and Immediate Family Gathering will be held on Saturday, October 2nd at 11:30 am for Meric L. Legnini, in Leesburg, Virginia. Due to COVID restrictions and guidelines, the family thought best to keep this to an immediate family gathering. We appreciate that you would likely have tried to be present to remember and honor Meric with his family. We know that everyone who knew Meric had a special relationship with him, and the family asks that you say a prayer, and share a special memory of Meric with someone, as his family gathers on that Saturday.
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One of the finest men I’ve ever met. Meric and Barbara exemplified what a loving and devoted couple should be. It was such a privilege to know them during the nine years we’ve lived at The Landings and we wish Barbara comfort and peace during this difficult time.
A Memorial Service and Family Gathering will be held for Meric Legnini on Saturday, October 2nd at 11:30 am. Due to COVID considerations and guidelines, the service was limited to immediate family. Regrettably, not all who knew or loved Meric could attend, and the family appreciates your thoughts and prayers. Please take a moment on that day, at that time, to say a prayer or share a special memory of Meric, with someone. Our family knows and feels your love.
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Although Meric’s golf abilities may have been diminished, his swing remained that of a champion. He played the game by the rules, the same way he lived.
Meric enjoyed and savored every good thing, whether a panorama, a beer, a flower, or a friendship. When you were with Meric, he was always WITH you. He listened, cared, and shared.
When Layne and I are at the Greek Festival later this year, I think I’ll order Meric’s favorite, the full Greek plate, and maybe a Greek beer – and try to have one more Meric experience, hopefully with Barbara there too.