Don R. MUELLER

Don R. MUELLER

Don MUELLER Obituary

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Nov. 5, 2009.
MUELLER, Don R., age 61, of Chester, Va., passed away on Tuesday, November 3, 2009. He was born in Phoenix, Ariz., son of the late Robert and Elizabeth Mueller. Mr. Mueller was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corp., and a member of Chester Christian Church for ten years before joining Colonial Heights Baptist Church. He was a past Adult Life Group Leader, and was currently involved in the Men's Monday Morning Bible Study, Tuesday Morning Bible Study, Wednesday Lunch Bible Study, and the Emmaeus and Kiros Ministries. Mr. Mueller loved God, his country, his family, white water rafting, reading and politics. He is survived by his loving wife of 20 years, Carol R. Mueller; son, Derek L. Mueller and wife, Leslie of Chester; daughters, Cindy Solomon of Chester, and Nikki Snyder of Ocala, Fla; grandchildren, Kevin and William Mueller, and Sabrina and Jordan Solomon; brothers, Richard Mueller and wife, Clare of Indianapolis, Ind, and Larry Mueller of Naples, Fla. The family will receive friends at the Chester chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home on Friday, November 6, 2009 from 6 to 8 p.m. A funeral service will take place at Colonial Heights Baptist Church on Saturday, November 7, 2009 at 11 a.m. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Park, Chester. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Colonial Heights Baptist Church Building Fund, 17201 Jefferson Davis Highway, Colonial Heights, Va 23834. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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November 12, 2009

Mark Cooper posted to the memorial.

November 10, 2009

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November 9, 2009

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Mark Cooper

November 12, 2009

Carol,

I am shocked and saddened to learn of Don's passing. I apologize for the belated condolence, but I learned of Don's passing only recently.

If there is anything I can do to be of assistance, please let me know.

Sincerely,

Mark W. Cooper

David Ziegner

November 10, 2009

To the Family of Don Mueller;
I had the pleasure of working with Don for many years at the Indiana Commission. Don had a unique perspective on life and always brought joy to the workplace. He will be missed.

Greg Colton

November 9, 2009

Dear Carol,

I was surprised and saddened to hear of Don's passing. I still remember how he went out of his way to help me when I first started at the Commission.

To me, Don's two greatest strengths were his loyalty and his sincerity. Don also had his share of personal quirks and idiosyncrasies, which even today make me smile. I enjoyed working with him.

Please accept my heartfelt condolences. Don was a good man.

Karol Krohn

November 9, 2009

Dear Carol:

I just learned of Don's passing and wanted to let you know that prayers & long-distance hugs are being sent your way from Indiana.

I can't help but think how happy you & Don were to find each other when you met & married in Indianapolis. What joy you brought into his life. You two were truly blessed to share the time & love you enjoyed together.

I also remember how Christ-centered you & Don both were. I pray that you will feel God's loving presence with you & your family in the days & weeks ahead. Find comfort in knowing that Don is now sheltered & protected by his Lord & Savior.

May memories of all the happy times you & Don shared together over the last dozen or more years replace the pain and, in time, restore the sense of peace that I'm sure eludes you today.

God bless & keep you & the rest of your family safe and well. You're loved by so many!

Bob Pauley

November 8, 2009

Carol and Darek

My deepest and heartfelt condolences to you and your entire family.

I just recieved word from a mutual friend that Don passed away. Carol and Darek, I wish I knew the words to adequately express my great sorrow. More, I wish I could find the words to offer you and your family comfort.

I thought the world of Don. He had a wonderful heart. He was kind, caring, thoughtful, and generous. As I read through the letters of condolensence, I am heartened by those that were also touched by Don. He has left a legacy with me and so many others. I shall miss him so much.

Carol and Darek, for you and your family, please let me know if there is any thing I can do. I know your hearts are broken but I also know that God's love and grace is with you and your family.

Love to you all
Bob Pauley

Sam Brumberg

November 6, 2009

I am a young lawyer who worked with Don as an intern at the SCC. He helped to solidify my interest in public utility law. My thoughts and prayers will be with his family and loved ones during this difficult time.

Theresa Myers

November 6, 2009

Carol,

My deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your husband. I hope you and your family will find comfort in the loving memories you have of Don and may you look to each other in this time of grief for further comfort.

Margaret Howlette

November 6, 2009

To the family of the late Don Mueller:
On behalf of the students of Clark Springs Elementary School, I would like to extend our heartfelt condolence to the family of Don Mueller. We are sadden by the loss of our mentor and friend. Don served faithfully for several years as a "Lunch Buddy" at our school. (Lunch Buddies are very special people. They leave their work site twice a month to mentor, tutor and nuture inner city children.) He was faithful in attendance and worked dillegently with his mentee. Many boys have benefitted from this experience with Don.
I had anticipated having Mr. Mueller included as a Lunch Buddy again this year with the group of workers from the Virginia State Corporation Commission. I just knew he would come through the door with the bunch of them. However, it was not to be. For he has entered "the open door of eternity." Take comfort in knowing that the work he has done, speaks for him.
Sincerely, Margaret T. Howlette, Counselor, Clark Springs Elementary School

Lisa Hairston

November 6, 2009

Derek and Family, Our prayers and blessings are sent to you and your family. Your coworkers in Bay 2, C Shift have you in their thoughts. Keep your faith and strength, GOD will pull you through; HE always has! GOD Bless

Jeannie Noble

November 5, 2009

Dear Carol,Cindy,Derek and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time,we love you all. Love in Christ, Carter & Jeannie Noble

November 5, 2009

Dear Carol & family,
I can't help but feel that God is calling his faithful servants home for a reason. Don will be missed in this life as we wait upon our Lord. My prayers are with all of you. Jill

Nicole Piparo

November 5, 2009

Carol and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
God Bless,
Doug and Nicole Piparo (Daughter of Tom and Jean Gall)

Rusty Pittman

November 5, 2009

Derek,
Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your dad. If there is anything I can do to assist you during this period do not hesitate to ask. My prayers are with you and your family.
Rusty

Terry & Herbert FIF Class

November 5, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.

Stephen O' Neill

November 5, 2009

Carol

My thoughts are with you and the rest of your family at this time.

Allen Parker

November 5, 2009

Carol and Family -
Please accept my sincerest condolences on the passing of Don, a wonderful person and cherished colleague. May God's grace and mercy comfort you during this most challenging period.

Bhavika Patel

November 5, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you ~ Love Bhavika

Nichelle Breedlove

November 5, 2009

To the family of Don R. Mueller~

There are no words that can describe how I felt when I was informed of Don's passing. I considered Don a great friend and colleague. I will truly miss him. He was a blessing to me when he didn't even realize it. His words of encouragement and constant prayers for me and my family helped me through what seemed like the roughest times in my life. May God bless, strengthen and comfort you and your family.

Denise Martin

November 5, 2009

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009

Rob Sartelle

November 5, 2009

My family's prayers are with you and your family. Don was my friend. I will miss him.

But those who wait on the Lord will find new strength. They will fly high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint. Isaiah 40:31

Jennifer Nimmo

November 5, 2009

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

Curtis / Carol Stilwell

November 5, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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