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Josef Charles Mueller Jr.

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Mueller, Josef Charles Jr. STILLWATER Josef Charles Mueller, Jr. of Colonial Road passed away on Monday, September 1, 2014 at Albany Medical Center. He was 86. Born in Boston on November 22, 1927, Joe is the oldest son of the late Josef Charles, Sr. and Cornelia (MacLeod) Mueller. Joe grew up in Jamaica Plain, Mass. He attended Boston Latin School, where he consistently earned Approbations with Distinction and played tackle on the football team. He then enrolled in the Army, initially taking courses at Norwich University until he turned 18. He served two years in the Army during World War II. He entered Harvard University and completed his bachelors of science in organic chemistry in 1952 after only three years. Joe was an avid supporter of Methodist youth groups and even worked for the New England Home for Little Wanderers. Joe also worked for Carter's Ink Company. Joe married his best friend, the former Priscilla Harling, on June 29, 1963, and shortly thereafter moved to Stillwater and started their family. Over the years, Priscilla and Joe had five biological children and 14 foster children. Joe worked as a research chemist for Norton Company for 30 years. He holds three patents. Joe was active in the community as a Little League coach, a board member for the Stillwater Central School district, a Sunday school teacher, and a trustee for the Stillwater United Church. Joe was an avid gardener, reader, bridge player, and chess player. Upon retirement, Joe worked at Bryce Real Estate. Joe continued his passion for sports watching his children and grandchildren play sports and watching his son Jon coach the U of Albany baseball team. Joe was frequently on the sidelines, both at home and on the road. In addition to his parents, Joe was predeceased by two siblings, Alan Mueller and Ralph Mueller, and two sons, Daniel Eliot Mueller and Erik Alan Mueller. Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Priscilla Harling Mueller; his sister, Cornelia M. Hopkins; sons, Josef C. (Linda) Mueller, Andrew D. (Kathy Wiesmore) Mueller, and Jonathan P. (Patricia) Mueller; daughter-in-law Eva Mueller, Tammy (Steve) Gori, and several other foster children. Also survived by several nieces and nephews, 11 grandchildren, and one great-grandchild. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, September 4, 2014 at the Stillwater United Church, Hudson Avenue, Stillwater. Burial with military honors will follow at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery. Arrangements by Chase-Smith Family Funeral Homes, Stillwater (664-3731). Memorials may be made to the National Brain Tumor Society, 124 Watertown Street, Suite 2D, Watertown, MA 02472, in memory of Erik A. Mueller in Joe's honor. Online remembrances may be made at chasesmithfamily.com

Published by Albany Times Union on Sep. 3, 2014.
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To the mueller family,
We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
-Mark White and Donna Dolan

September 4, 2014

To all of Joe's Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. He was a great man who will never be forgotten. He will forever be your guardian angel.
Joe, you will never be forgotten. I will miss seeing you at all the games. You will forever have that front row seat. I loved seeing you at Jon's while we watched our Redskins. Please continue to watch over your Family, and guide them through this tough time. R.I.P. Joe! You are loved and missed.

Carrie (Lilac) Sabourin

September 3, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Mueller Family. UAlbany baseball's biggest fan will be sadly missed.

Bill and Mary Kaier

September 3, 2014

Priscilla and family, please accept my condolences on the loss of Joe. I worked with him for many years at Norton Company and then saw you both at Silver Sneakers. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Patty Vartigian

September 3, 2014

Mueller family, I am very sorry for your loss. Sending you all prayers, love and warm thoughts.

Lisa Bruno

September 3, 2014

WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR THAT JOE HAS PAST AWAY. HE WAS A MAINSTAY IN OUR CHEERING SECTION AT ALL THE STILLWATER GAMES. OUR THOUGHTS, AND PRAYERS TO THE MUELLER FAMILY. CHUCK & EILEEN GERARDI

September 3, 2014

To the Mueller's
It was always great to see Joe at the U Albany baseball games. He will be greatly missed, but never "forgotten"

David Willimott

September 3, 2014

Priscella and the extended Mueller Family - We are so sorry for your loss and will keep you close in our hearts and in our prayers. With Deepest Sympathy - The Darwak Family

September 3, 2014

I'll miss Joe's always welcoming smile and his positive attitude in spite of his infirmities. God bless his family and friends.

Richard & Frances Conant

September 3, 2014

Jon and family,
We are very sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. Be proud of all he stood for and the way in which he lived his life. You are in our prayers...much respect....Christian Darcy Alyssa and David

Christian Pitcheralle

September 3, 2014

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

The Wise's

September 3, 2014

Jon, prayers are with you and all the family.

Bart & Pat Grovenger

September 3, 2014

Our deepest sympathy, Many great memories, our prayers are with the entire family. God Bless.

Scott and Kimberley Travis and the boys.

Scott Travis

September 3, 2014

Joe was a guiding light for my family and me! Many times he would give me sound political advice when I was Town Supervisor....and he was always right! Rest in peace my friend!

Butch Lilac

September 2, 2014

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