Joseph Meister III

Joseph Meister, III, age 59, passed away on September 4, 2025, at Newton Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on October 1, 1965, to the late Patricia (Repasy) and Joseph Meister Jr., Joseph was a lifelong resident of Sussex County though he lived in Pompton Lakes for much of his younger years and he worked as a skilled foreman by trade. Outside of work, he found joy in music, especially playing the drums, and was known for his remarkable talent in the kitchen. As his loved ones fondly say, "he'll surely own his own restaurant in heaven." Joseph also enjoyed fishing and was a passionate supporter of his wife's efforts in rescuing cats, always lending a helping hand with warmth and care. Joe was also a member of the Sussex Elks Lodge #2288.
Besides his parents, Joseph was predeceased by his sister, Michelle Reynolds, and his brother; Kevin Meister. He is survived and missed by his loving wife of 23 years, Carol Palmer-Meister, his 3 sons; Kevin, Zackary, and Joey; and his step children, Jennifer Silverman, Amy Strayer and her husband Claude, and KJ Silverman; his grandson, Owen Strayer; and his sister, Karen Meister, as well as his aunts, uncles and cousins.
His memory, sense of humor, and passion to come alongside and help his family and friends will truly be missed. Joe could often be found lovingly helping to cook a meal, fixing a car, practicing to drive stick shift, playing drums with his boys and caring for animals. Joe found great joy in going to music festivals to soak up the live music scene, and venturing out into the woods on hikes with his boys, wife and one of the family dogs by his side. These memories and adventures with Joe will be deeply missed and always cherished, as well his sense of humor and the happiness it brought will be remembered.
A memorial service will be held in his honor on Thursday, October 9, 2025 from 4pm-7pm at the Sussex Elks Lodge #2288, 152 CR-565, Sussex NJ 07461
Cremation is private. Arrangements are under the care of the F. John Ramsey Funeral Home, One Main Street, Franklin, NJ. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fergusonfuneralhomesnj.com