The Clinton Herald, Clinton, Iowa

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September 8, 2012

Death at library ruled suicide

CLINTON — The death of a Clinton Library employee whose body was found at the library last week has been ruled a suicide.

The body of Charles A. Meyer, 78, of Camanche was found in the basement of the library at about 2:45 p.m. Aug. 29 by a library staff member, Clinton Police Sgt. Tom Bohle said.  

Clinton County Medical Examiner Dr. Eric Peterson ruled the death was a suicide by hanging.

Funeral services for Meyer were held Tuesday.

City Administrator Jeff Horne confirmed Meyer worked at the library as a custodian and handyman for more than 25 years.

Library Director Amy Birtell could not be reached for comment.

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