Donna Mueller

Donna Irene Mueller, age 86, of Baxter passed away at her home on Saturday, November 12, 2016. Services will be Wednesday, November 16, at 11 AM, at Zion Lutheran Church in Brainerd, with Reverend Paul Bittner officiating. Visitation will be during the hour prior to services.

Donna was born September 8, 1930 in Minneapolis, to Gustav and Irene (Schmiege) Beck. She was raised in Minneapolis and attended North High School. After graduation she briefly attended the University of Minnesota. She was married to Theo Mueller November 14, 1951, in Anoka. Donna was an excellent wife, mother, and homemaker to Theo and their two children. She was a volunteer with the St. Joseph's Hospital Auxiliary for many years. She was very talented in knitting, crocheting, and making crafts; she shared her talents at the hospital and at church bazaars. After Theo retired, they enjoyed traveling the world together for many years. They enjoyed square dancing and playing cards.

Donna is survived by her husband, Theo; her children, Jim (Denise) Mueller, of Ramsey and Linda (Alan) Waggie, of North Mankato; eight grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; and two brothers, Richard and Glenn Beck. Her parents preceded her in death. In lieu of flowers, donations are preferred, to the American Cancer Society. Services entrusted to Brenny Funeral Chapel and Cremation Service, www.brenny.com.