Richard Joseph Meuse Jr.

Richard Joseph Meuse Jr., 37, of Cherokee, NC, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at his residence.

Richard was a lifelong resident of Cherokee and worked as a warehouse clerk for The Cherokees. He graduated from Cherokee High School. As a youth, he attended Straight Fork Baptist Church, where he played Joseph in the Christmas play. He loved music, collectibles, and enjoyed vintage shopping. Richard was preceded in death by his son, Mickey J. Meuse; his father, Richard J. Meuse Sr.; his paternal grandparents, Oliver and Lorraine Meuse of Cohoes, NY; and his maternal grandparents, Jeff and Jane Taylor. Additionally, four paternal uncles, two maternal uncles, and several cousins also preceded him in death.

He is survived by his mother, Cynthia T. Meuse; brother, Steven J. Meuse; sisters, Julie A. Meuse, Amy Meuse (James), Stephanie Smith (Tyler), Kimberly Meuse, Jane, Holly (Troy), and Lori (Ira). Nieces include DJ Hornbuckle, Nellie Lambert, and Alan Hubbard; nephews are Brendan A. Lambert, Jacolby Lambert, Wyatt Wright, Houson T. Hornbuckle Jr., and half-brother Siah. Great-uncle and great-aunt, Jack and Ruth Lossiah; great-aunt Dolly J. Taylor; and aunt and uncle, Benjamin and Judy Marble of NY, along with aunt JoAnn Outhout of NY.

A memorial service will be held from 2:00 to 4:00 pm on Friday, January 30, 2026, in the Chapel of Long House Funeral Home.

Long House Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.