Larry Lyle Mueller

December 15, 2017

On Tuesday, December 12, 2017, Larry Lyle Mueller eeparted on Eternal Patrol unexpectedly at the age of 75 at West Florida Hospital in Pensacola, Florida. He was born September 19, 1942, in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. He grew up on a farm in Cadott, Wisconsin, graduated from high school, and enlisted in the US Navy. Larry served in the US Navy as a fire control technician, first reporting to surface ship USS Cavalier (APA 82). This was followed by two long tours on submarine USS Daniel Boone (SSBN 629), reporting as a Second Class on his first tour and as Chief of the Boat on his second tour. He also served on submarine tenders, USS Hunley (AS 31) and USS Proteus (AS 19). After serving 25 years, he retired, having achieved the much respected rank of Master Chief.

Putting down roots in Cantonment, Florida, he was employed at the US Post Office for 20 years. He purchased a tract of land in Barth, Florida where he had a tree farm. He also raised commercial catfish and even fed the deer. He was active in his church at Charity Chapel and was a member of USSVI where he served as Drum Base Commander and Chaplain.

He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Kären; daughter Dawn (Brian); stepdaughter Karla; stepson Paul; brothers Don and David (Marie); sister Kathy; grandchildren Daniel, Riley, Michael, and Cooper; and numerous nieces and nephews. Larry was preceded in death by his parents, Lyle and Mildred Mueller.

A memorial service will be held to celebrate Larry’s life in February 2018.

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Written by William Reynolds · Filed Under Obituaries