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Richard Raymond “Rich” Mueller

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Birth	:	3 Oct 1943 Fillmore County, Nebraska, USA
Death	:	28 Mar 2018 Geneva, Fillmore County, Nebraska, USA
Burial	:	Saint Josephs Cemetery, Geneva, Fillmore County, USA
Coordinate	:	40.5184200, -97.6145000
Description	:	Richard Raymond Mueller was born October 3, 1943, in rural Shickley to an enterprising and close-knit family, whose priorities were two: God and family, and passed away on March 28, 2018. Parents Anna and Ray Mueller, along with Richard's older sister, Janet, were dedicated and devout Catholics, attending St. Mary's at Turkey Creek, before moving to Geneva and joining St. Joseph's Parish. Richard and Janet both attended St. Joseph's through eighth grade and graduated from Geneva High School in 1961 and 1956 respectively. Richard's high school years in Geneva were a great time to be... Read More	Richard Raymond Mueller was born October 3, 1943, in rural Shickley to an enterprising and close-knit family, whose priorities were two: God and family, and passed away on March 28, 2018. Parents Anna and Ray Mueller, along with Richard's older sister, Janet, were dedicated and devout Catholics, attending St. Mary's at Turkey Creek, before moving to Geneva and joining St. Joseph's Parish. Richard and Janet both attended St. Joseph's through eighth grade and graduated from Geneva High School in 1961 and 1956 respectively. Richard's high school years in Geneva were a great time to be an American. The post WWII economic boom was good to most American and the Mueller's were a part of it. While Richard, Janet and their parents didn't have "everything," they had what mattered, God and family. Following high school, Richard dabbled in college in Lincoln and Fairbury, but found his fondness for the "ponies" was too much of a distraction. After a few years, he decided his next adventure was to move to California where the action was. After a short time in Southern California, Richard joined a small transport company called Lilly Shipping. Richard rose quickly through the ranks to become Vice-President at the firm. He spent 20 years with Lilly, before they sold out to a larger company and Richard took a new direction too. That's when Richard and Shirley made the decision to exit the hustle and bustle and return to Richard's roots in his hometown of Geneva. In March of 1992, they packed up their Arcadia, Calif., condo and moved with Richard's mother-in-law, Gladys, back to the "Good Life" in Geneva. They quickly adjusted tot he pace of small town Nebraska. There were daily and weekly card games, regular trips to Aksarben, the Fairgrounds in Lincoln and Fonner Park. It wasn't Santa Anita or Hollywood Park, but it was home. Richard enjoyed the life he shared with Shirley and Gladys in Geneva. Not only was he back home, but he was back with family. In and around Geneva was his only sibling, his sister, Janet, but also many close relatives and friends. Aunts Deloris and Margaret, uncles Charlie and Johnny and many cousins, all with whom he enjoyed spending time. His friends are too many to mention, some of whom, like Richard, passed way too early. What Richard had in Geneva was something he cherished to his last breath; family. Whether blood relatives or friends, he loved them all. He grew up in Geneva, moved to the big city, came home and is now in his eternal home with our Lord. We'll all miss you, Richard. Richard is preceded in death by his wife, Shirley; and his parents, Ray and Anna Mueller. He is survived by his sister, Janet Bartak; Shirley's children, Vince (Bridgette) Smale, Todd (Rosie) Smale, and Tori Tirotta; grandchildren: Kami Tirotta, Kyle Rios, Kasey Rios, Lacey Smale, Taylor Smale, Sam Smale and Ricky Smale; aunt, Deloris Stengel; and several nieces, nephews and many friends. A memorial mass for Rich was held on April 2, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Geneva. Father BalaRaju Morneni officiated the service. Charlotte Bumgarner led the congregation in the singing of "How Great Thou Art," "All You Who Seek a Comfort Sure," "Draw Near and Take the Body of the Lord," and "Song of Farewell." The recorded selections "Call to Post" and "Proud Mary" were played at the conclusion of the service. Honorary pallbearers for the service included Jeff Bartak, Stanley Bartak, Zsolt Haverland, Dale Korbelik and all of Rich's close friends Private interment was held in the St. Joseph's Catholic Cemetery. The Nebraska Signal April 11, 2018 page 2A Cols. 1 and 2

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Richard Raymond “Rich” Mueller's memorial is located at: Saint Josephs Cemetery, Geneva, Fillmore County, USA.
When did Richard Raymond “Rich” Mueller death?
Richard Raymond “Rich” Mueller death on 28 Mar 2018 in Geneva, Fillmore County, Nebraska, USA
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Latitude: 40.5184200
Longitude: -97.6145000

Family Members:

Parent

Raymond Joseph Mueller

(1914 - 1969)

Anna K. Mueller

(1915 - 1972)

Spouse

Shirley Kay Stout Mueller

(1933 - 2016)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Saint Josephs Cemetery
Geneva, Fillmore County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5184200, -97.6145000

2. Geneva Cemetery
Geneva, Fillmore County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5359900, -97.6064900

3. Zion Lutheran Cemetery
Fillmore County, USA
Coordinate: 40.4668999, -97.7097015

4. Saint Marys Cemetery
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Coordinate: 40.4816700, -97.7295400

5. Chelsea Cemetery
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Coordinate: 40.4808006, -97.4882965

6. Fairmont Cemetery
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Coordinate: 40.6267014, -97.5674973

7. Holy Cross Cemetery
Grafton, Fillmore County, USA
Coordinate: 40.6150017, -97.7108002

8. Grafton Cemetery
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Coordinate: 40.6157990, -97.7106018

9. Shickley Cemetery
Shickley, Fillmore County, USA
Coordinate: 40.4166985, -97.7082977

10. Fairmont Catholic Cemetery
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Coordinate: 40.6394005, -97.5689011

11. Salem Cemetery
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Coordinate: 40.3945000, -97.6733000

12. Glengary Pioneer Cemetery
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Coordinate: 40.4518100, -97.4544100

13. Harmony Cemetery
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Coordinate: 40.3788986, -97.5381012

14. Fairview Cemetery
Fillmore County, USA
Coordinate: 40.4817009, -97.8133011

15. Bohemian Brethren Cemetery
Milligan, Fillmore County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5098300, -97.4058300

16. Ohiowa Cemetery
Ohiowa, Fillmore County, USA
Coordinate: 40.4235992, -97.4428024

17. Summit Cemetery
Shickley, Fillmore County, USA
Coordinate: 40.3656006, -97.6913986

18. Stockholm Lutheran Cemetery
Fillmore County, USA
Coordinate: 40.4091988, -97.7767029

19. Roe Cemetery
Fairmont, Fillmore County, USA
Coordinate: 40.6912000, -97.5955000

20. Saint Johns Lutheran Church Cemetery North
Ohiowa, Fillmore County, USA
Coordinate: 40.4213982, -97.4253006

21. Bohemian National Cemetery
Milligan, Fillmore County, USA
Coordinate: 40.4818993, -97.3878021

22. Grace Lutheran Church Cemetery
Ohiowa, Fillmore County, USA
Coordinate: 40.3807000, -97.4635000

23. Saint Johns Lutheran Church Cemetery South
Ohiowa, Fillmore County, USA
Coordinate: 40.4075012, -97.4250031

24. Bethel Church of the Brethren Cemetery
Carleton, Thayer County, USA
Coordinate: 40.3499800, -97.7069800