Carl Emerson Mesnig

Rev. Carl Emerson Mesnig, 83, of Parker, died peacefully on December 15, 2013 with his family present. Carl was an only child born March 27, 1930 to Frederic and Pearl Mesnig of Kinderhook, NY. Carl moved to Pittsfield, MA where he graduated from Pittsfield High School. Carl also graduated from Riverside Military College, Berkshire Business College and Stonier Graduate School. Carl joined the Agricultural National Bank in Pittsfield and worked as a cashier, Trust Operations Officer, Manager of Data Processing and Buildings and Purchasing Officer for over 30 years. He then joined the Connecticut National Bank as Assistant Vice President and then Vice President, managing all bank branch construction in CT, RI and FL before retiring in 1995. Carl also served in the U.S. Naval Reserves for 14 years. Always close to the Church, Carl became a part-time Minister, serving the former Southern New England Conference and the New York Conference of UMC. Carl became an ordained Congregational Minister in March 1997 and served in his Church full time. Carl was very active in the Masonry throughout his life serving 61 years between Crescent Lodge of Pittsfield, MA and Douglas Lodge in CO. Holding many positions, twice as Worshipful Master and Grand Steward as well as Chaplain. Carl also was a member of the Order of Eastern Star in NY State where he held the position of Worthy Patron 7 times as well as Grand Chapter Officer twice. While living in Colorado, Carl was active in the life of his Church at Parker United Methodist Church. He sang with the XYZ singers, attended Open Circle class, sang with the PUMC Choir and played bells with the PUMC Handbells. Loving music, Carl also sang for the Colorado Chorale and also the Parker Chorale. Carl leaves behind his former wife, Carol D. Sykes of California., along with his four daughters, Amy Hicks of Parker, CO, Faith Roney and her husband, Paul of Oregon, Hope O'Brien and her husband Ron of Parker, CO and Kate Kawalek and her husband Jimmy of California. Carl also leaves behind four grandchildren and one great-grandson. Carl was preceded in death by his second loving wife, Patricia H. Mesnig. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 4, 2014, 10:00 a.m. at Parker United Methodist Church, 11805 S. Pine Drive in Parker. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Carl's name to the Parker United Methodist Church fine arts program. Service Information