Joel attended Lincoln High School and worked at Lincoln Clutch & Brake Supply for over 30 years. He had a passion for college football - specifically the Huskers. Joel enjoyed music and was a master guitar player, playing in a variety of bands spanning multiple decades including: "Hydramatics," "Cry For Help," and "Mojo Filter." Most of all, he loved his family and taking care of his colony of cats - many of whom will miss him dearly.
Joel is survived by his parents, Virgil and Mary Meints; significant other of 19 years, Michelle Lebsock; three brothers, Ken (Ruth), David (Tauna), Richard; numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Peter Herman and Christina Meints; Lena Mae Schmid; and great-grandmother, Rosebud Maughan.
Visitation will be held on Friday, January 10, 2025 from 5pm to 7pm at Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home, 6800 South 14th Street, Lincoln, NE 68512. Funeral service will be on Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 10 am also at Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home.
