Richard Meixner, age 80, a lifelong resident of Lakewood, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2026.

He was the beloved son of the late Martin and Emily (Michnay) Meixner and the brother of the late Janet (Ray Thoms).

Richard is survived by his two sons, Josh (Mel) of West Salem and Justin, and by three grandchildren, Isaac, Evelyn, and CW.

Richard spent his career in the graphic arts industry, ultimately serving as President of Cleveland Printing Ink. Beyond his professional life, he was known as a lifelong teacher and mentor, always generous with his knowledge and eager to help others learn. He spent countless hours tutoring and guiding family members, friends, and neighbors, sharing his skills and encouraging curiosity and creativity.

A man of wide-ranging interests, Richard enjoyed scale architecture, Art Nouveau design, photography, crafting Tiffany-style lamps, and automobiles.

In his later years, Richard embraced a deep spiritual path and converted to Judaism, choosing the Hebrew name Aaron in place of his middle name Alan as a reflection of his faith.

He will be remembered fondly by his family and by the many friends he made across the country.

A celebration of Richard’s life will be held in the coming weeks, with details to be announced by the family.