Memorial service will be held Monday, February 6, 2017, 3:00 PM at Memorial Funeral Home. Inurnment will take place at a later date at Memorial Park Cemetery.
Phil was born on January 12, 1937 in Poplar Bluff, MO the son of Victor and Mary Sue (Smothers) Mueller. He was married on June 8, 1968 in Silver Spring, MD to Mary Kay Flinn, who preceded him in death. He was a veteran of the US Air Force.
A highly respected Safety Director of the US Department of Agriculture for 30 years, Phil was dedicated to the safety and health of Federal employees. During his retirement, he continued to proudly support his alma mater, University of Missouri, and serve his community through volunteer activities such as Meals on Wheels. Phil was a lifelong avid reader, with a love of history and sports.
He is survived by two sons, Victor Mueller (Tami Kinsler) of New York, NY and Geoffrey Mueller (Lisa Bennett) of New Market, MD; one sister, Anupa Mueller of Westchester, NY and one grandson, Noah Mueller. Phil will be dearly missed by all who knew him, including his beloved Shih Tzu, Toby.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to JDRF, c/o Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 West, Columbia, MO 65202.