Deano Meyers

Arvil Dean Meyers, 75, of Vine Grove, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, October 23, 2026.

Arvil lived a full life surrounded by family, friends, and plenty of laughter. An avid Texas Hold’em player and former high school state champion wrestler, he was the youngest of eight siblings. He enjoyed vacationing in Florida, spending time at Churchill Downs, tending bar at Otter Creek Tavern, and, above all, telling jokes and making people laugh.

Arvil was preceded in death by his mother, Alice Meyers; his father, Lester Meyers; and his brother, Lester Meyers.

He is survived by his loving wife, Theresa Meyers; his daughter, Whitney Abell; his son, Blake Meyers; his son-in-law, Eric Abell; his daughter-in-law, Richelle Meyers; and his beloved grandchildren, Jackson Abell, Palmer Abell, and Charles Abell. He is also survived by his sisters, Judy Adams, Rita Andres, Sylvia Atteberry, Nellie Roder, and Carolyn Cox; and his brother, Earl Meyers.

Arvil will be remembered for his competitive spirit, his love of family, his enjoyment of life’s simple pleasures, and his gift for bringing laughter to those around him. His memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew & loved him.

Visitation will be from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, Monday, October 26, 2026 at Chism Family Funeral Home.

A private graveside service will be held at the Elizabethtown Memorial Gardens.