William G. "Bill" Moller Jr.

of Chelsea, Michigan, age 91, died Wednesday, March 22, 2023, at his home. He was born March 26, 1931, in Brooklyn, New York, the son of William G. & Marie (Kreitner) Moller Sr.

Bill graduated from Sewanhaka High School on Long Island in 1949. He earned his Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytech Institute in Troy NY. Bill was commissioned as a Naval Officer (3 years active duty during Korea). He worked for Union Carbide as a Product Engineer for 4 years. He earned his MBA from the University of Michigan in 1962, and his PhD in 1969, from U of M's Rackham Graduate School. Bill did research at Syracuse from 67-72. He moved to Chelsea in 1973, taught at U of M, and served 7 years as Associate Dean at the U of M Business School. He enjoyed reading, music, playing golf, and cross country skiing. Bill was a former member of St. Paul United Church of Christ, where he served on the board. He was a member of the RPI Men's Honorary Society, co-captain of the Lacrosse team in college (made All American), and helped establish the Lacrosse team at U of M.

On December 28, 1957, he married Edith Miriam O'Hara. She preceded him in death on April 25, 2021. He is survived by his daughter, Diane (Brian) Sikkenga of Texas; son, Bill (Amanda) Moller of Chelsea; 1 niece; and 3 nephews. He was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Donald C. Moller and Glenn R. Moller.

A private graveside service will be held at North Lake Cemetery in Chelsea. Memorial contributions may be made to Salvation Army.