Richard Meeker, 68, of Burlington, died Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025, at his home. Born Aug. 18, 1956, he was the son of Clyde and Loris Meeker. He married Carol Norris on Aug. 30, 1996.
He graduated Mediapolis High School and played baseball and basketball during school. He was involved with 4H and FFA.
Richard worked for I.A.A.P. for over 30 years.
He loved the St. Louis Cardinals and was their biggest fan! He loved watching sports and attending sporting events with his son and farming with his brothers. He was a proud grandpa and husband and would do anything for his wife, his life truly revolved around her and he showed the utmost loyalty and love to her until his death.
He is survived by his wife and soul mate Carol Meeker; two sons Dylan Meeker and Brandon Titus; step-children, Nicole Huffman (Tyler), Sarah Utt and Andrea Garrison (Ty); eight grandchildren; siblings Charles Meeker, Claudia Schweizer and Randy Meeker and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and four brothers, Scott Meeker in infancy and Kenny Meeker, William Meeker and Clinton Meeker.
The memorial funeral service for Richard will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 22 at Lunning Chapel. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until the time of services.
Cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel.