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Lee Muller Obituary
September 16, 1929 - December 5, 2024
Lee Warren Muller, 95, of Walcott, IA, passed away Thursday, December 5, 2024 at Better Living of Walcott. A visitation will be held from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m., Sunday, December 8, 2024 at Calvary Church of Walcott. A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, December 9, 2024 at the church. Burial will take place in Walcott Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Walcott American Legion or Calvary Church of Walcott. Online condolences may be left at www.bentleyfuneralhome.com.
Lee was born on September 16, 1929, the son of Herbert and Dora (Heuer) Muller. He graduated from Davenport High School with the Class of 1948. Lee proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. Lee was married to Nancy Erickson on October 22, 1955, Nancy passed away in 1986. He later married Mary Ann Storjohann on July 4, 1987 in Walcott.
For forty years, Lee dedicated himself to River Valley Elevator (formerly Farmers Elevator) in Walcott, retiring in 1994. Lee was involved in his community, serving as a proud member of the Walcott American Legion Post #548, Calvary Church of Walcott, and the American Schleswig-Holstein Heritage Society (ASHHS).
In his spare time, Lee enjoyed traveling and working in his yard. Most of all, he treasured the moments spent with his family, who were the cornerstone of his life. His kindness and commitment to serving others will be lovingly remembered.
Lee will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Mary Ann; two daughters, Sharon (Verne) VanDeWalle of Durant and Suzanne (Paul Hart) Winkler of Davenport; three grandchildren, Mark (Karen) VanDeWalle, Madeline (Chase) Clemens and Anna Winkler; and three great grandchildren, Nancy VanDeWalle, Elena and Calvin Clemens.
Lee was preceded in death by his first wife, Nancy; and two brothers, Wesley and Stanley Muller.
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Brian Muller
December 19, 2024
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Gina Milroy
December 17, 2024
So Sorry for your loss Suzanne. Gina
Carolyn Lamp
December 10, 2024
Sharon, I am so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. He was such a big part of Walcott and will be remembered by many and missed by all his family. You are in my thoughts.
Nancy Koberg
December 9, 2024
So sorry for your loss. He was a good guy.
Lisa Conger
December 9, 2024
Uncle Lee was one of the great ones! I will always remember his sense of humor and his laughter. He brought joy and happiness to whom ever he was around. He will be greatly missed by all that knew and loved him. I am so sorry for your loss. Love Lisa and Kurt
Nila Dahlin
December 9, 2024
You have my deepest sympathy!
Vonnie Dittmer
December 8, 2024
My thoughts and prayers are with you Mary Ann at this difficult time. Harvey and I appreciated all you did for Ione.
Fran Rouse
December 8, 2024
Mary, my condolences to you and the family. Lee was such a wonderful guy. So happy you met him and were so happy together. I am in Florida and won´t be able to attend the services. May Lee rest in peace. He always had a smile for everyone. Love and hugs to you.
Kaja Duesterloh
December 8, 2024
I met him in 2000 during my first visit to the States and I will remember him as friendly generous guy who always had this warm twinkling in the eyes.
Sage Storjohann
December 7, 2024
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Colleen Doolittle From B&D
December 7, 2024
Sincerest condolences to Mary Ann and all of the family. Lee will be remembered for his kindness shown to all.
RIP Lee.
Monica Coffelt
December 7, 2024
So sorry. He was my favorite uncle. Always made me laugh. Love you guys.
Monica & David
Alison Warnecke
December 6, 2024
Everytime I saw Lee he was always smiling. One day he asked me, "Why are you always so smiley?" and I replied, "Because your smile always makes me smile too!" What a wonderful gift to have been able to know him. Peace to all of his family.
Jeff Muller
December 6, 2024
Uncle Lee. What a wonderful man. I have fond memories of many gatherings when we were younger. That big smile and inviting personality always made you feel very important to him. God bless Aunt Mary Ann, Sharon, Suzanne and family.
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