Jay Meidell Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Jay Meidell in Salt Lake City, Utah, who passed away on February 20, 2026, at the age of 96, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Jay Meidell or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Esther Fern Tucker and Heber Joseph Meidell (Sherry Meidell Having); his sister Susan Tucker; and his son Philip. He is survived by: his wife Sherry Meidell; his brothers, Mark (Emily), David (Sherry), John (Claudia) and Paul (Andrea); his daughter-in-law Nancy; and his stepchildren, David Riet (Sandy), Troy Riet (Marisol), Chrissy Smith (Blaine) and Brandi Ricks (Tim). He is also survived by 26 grandchildren, 61 great grandchildren, 2 great great grandchildren, 18 step grandchildren, and 16 step great grandchildren.