Richard D. Meader died on September 30, 2026. The notice announcing his death was placed by the officers and members of Local #10 of the International Union of Elevator Constructors, who called him an “Honorary Brother.” This page reports what that notice says. It is short because the notice itself is short, and I am not adding details that are not published.
Latest Update: October 6, 2026
As of October 6, 2026, the only obituary I found is the union’s notice, published by The Washington Post and listed on Legacy.com on October 6, 2026. It says that private services will be held at the family’s request. It does not give his age, hometown, career, or survivors, and it does not give a cause of death. No guestbook entries had been posted when I checked.
What the Notice Says
The Officers and Members of Local #10, International Union of Elevator Constructors, announced the passing of Honorary Brother Richard D. Meader on September 30, 2026. The Legacy.com listing links the notice to Washington, DC. “Honorary Brother” is a title unions use for a member who has been recognized, but the notice does not explain what it means for him.
What Is Not Published
| Date of birth and age | Not published |
|---|---|
| Hometown or residence | Not published |
| Career and union service | Only the “Honorary Brother” title is stated |
| Family and survivors | Not published |
| Cause of death | Not published |
| Services | Private, at the family’s request |
Several other people named Meader have obituaries online, such as Doug Meader and Deborah Lee Macier Meader. They are different people, and I did not use their details.
Quick Table
| Name | Richard D. Meader |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | September 30, 2026 |
| Title | Honorary Brother, Local #10, International Union of Elevator Constructors |
| Notice Published | The Washington Post, October 6, 2026 |
| Services | Private, at the family’s request |
| Age, Family, Cause of Death | Not published |
Reader Questions
Who was Richard D. Meader?
He was an Honorary Brother of Local #10 of the International Union of Elevator Constructors, according to a union notice. Other details of his life are not published.
When did Richard Meader die?
The notice says he died on September 30, 2026.
How old was Richard Meader?
His age is not stated in the notice I found.
What was Richard Meader’s cause of death?
It has not been published.
Is there a funeral for Richard Meader?
The notice says private services will be held at the family’s request, so there are no public service details.
What is the International Union of Elevator Constructors?
It is the labor union for workers who install, maintain, and repair elevators and escalators. Local #10 is one of its local chapters.
Wrap-Up
The published record is a few lines from his union brothers, which is common for a notice placed by a labor organization. His family has asked for private services, and that request should guide anything shared about him.
As of October 6, 2026, Richard D. Meader is reported to have died on September 30, 2026, and his age, family, and cause of death have not been published.
Disclaimer
This article is based on a death notice published on October 6, 2026. It includes only the details in that notice. Please respect the family’s request for private services and their privacy. If you are grieving, consider reaching out to family, friends, or a local support service.
