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Ruth Mueller Obituary

Mueller, Ruth Ann

Ruth Ann Mueller, nee Lueker, formerly of St. Louis, MO, beloved wife of the late Wm. L. Mueller, Jr., precious mother of Roger Wm (Jill Marie) of Evanston and Stephen F. (Peggy) of Byrdstown, TN, cherished grandmother of Matthew, Abigail, Jessica (Andy Truschinski) and Andrew, great grandmother of Oliver, dear sister of the late Roger and Andrew Lueker, dear sister-in-law, Aunt and friend to many. Red Cross Volunteer Chairperson for more than 25 years, coordinating training and staffing of the Gray Ladies in Nursing Homes and Hospitals in the North St. Louis area. Private Entombment was at Memorial Park Mausoleum, Skokie, IL, Saturday, March 14, 2026. A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes donations to the American Red Cross or charity of your choice in Ruth's honor. (redcross.org/donate) Info: donnellanfuneral.com or 847-675-1990

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 29, 2026.

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