Richard Meincke, age 68, passed away quietly on April 25. He left behind his wife, Shea; his son, Griffin; one sister, two sisters-in-law, eight nieces and nephews, and his five fur babies.
He was a fun person, loved to laugh and was loved by everyone who knew him. He and his wife were avid Square Dancers. They retired to Maryville in 2014 from Hilton Head Island to enjoy the mountains and their people. He was born in New Jersey, attended college in upstate New York and Las Vegas, and worked in various parts of the country.
Services are to be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations should be sent to Blount County Animal Shelter or to Palliative Care & Hospice c/o Blount Memorial Foundation.