HARLINGEN - Jean Marcel Mullere, age 76, passed away at home surrounded by his family, on January 29, 2016, after battling cancer and other medical issues for the past year.
He is preceded in death by his parents “Frenchy” and Marguerite Mullere. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Mary Jane, as well as his children Cindy Richter (Randall), Charles Robert (Jill), Starla Hughston (Sam), and Darla Tilden (Jerry), and ten grandchildren, Eric, Zachary, Landon, Taylor, Ashley, Ashlynn, Shelby, Hunter, Ryan, and Preston, as well as several nieces and nephews.
Jean was born on July 14, 1939, in Edinburg, Texas, and was a lifelong resident of the Rio Grande Valley. He graduated from Edcouch-Elsa High School and studied business at Pan American College. Jean married his beloved wife Mary Jane in 1961 after meeting her at the Skyview Drive Inn and dating for several years. He worked for Goodyear Tire for over ten years and then worked for numerous car dealerships in the Valley. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of San Benito.
Jean was known for his great personality. He was always happy-go-lucky, and there was never a dull moment when Jean was around. His children and grandchildren were the highlight of his life, and he loved taking his family on long vacations every year. He also enjoyed playing card games with his family and friends.
The family would like thank Dr. Shridhar Kotta and Gentiva Home Health Services.
The viewing is scheduled for Sunday, January 31, from 3:00-9:00 with family from 4:00-6:00 at McCaleb Funeral Home in Weslaco. Graveside service is on Monday, February 1, at 10:00 at Highland Memorial Park, Weslaco.
McCaleb Funeral Home in Weslaco is in charge of his funeral arrangements.
Tributes
Jack Walter wrote on Feb 3, 2016:
"With Thoughts
of Deepest Sympathy
On the Loss
Words can't make
your sorrow
any easier to bear,
But they can show
how deeply
others sympathize and care.
This is the card I usually send.
Helen passed away Jan 6 and I had her home with me here in Texas.
It is a blessing as she couldn't walk or talk since her stroke 1 1/2 years ago.
You are missed here in Sunshine.
Jack Walter"
Lee and Drenda Wiley wrote on Feb 2, 2016:
"Our deepest sympathy to you Darla and to your mom and the rest of our family. May God grant you all his grace and understanding. Lee and Drenda Wiley"
teena mathis wrote on Feb 2, 2016:
"Our sincere condolences go out to the Mullere family. I remember going to your house as a child. Mr. Mullere was a childhood friend of my Dad's.
Blessings, Teena Mathis, Joan Edelstein, Roxy Konzem, Jane Konzem Kidd and ofcourse Norman P.Konzem and the rest of the Konzem family."
Matthew and Charlene Minor wrote on Jan 31, 2016:
"Matthew and I have been blessed to know the Mueller family for years. They always made us feel like we were family. They are wonderful people. Jean will be greatly missed. Sending prayers to the family."
Eddie Zamora wrote on Jan 31, 2016:
"Jean was a classmate from the first grade through high school and we graduated from E-E High School in 1957. He was our class president and was always there for his class mates. He was the nicest, kindest person ever, and always wore a smile. He will be sorely missed. My deepest condolences to the family."
Connie wrote on Jan 30, 2016:
"the Parrish Family---our thoughts and prayers are with family and friends."
Tammy Hiatt wrote on Jan 30, 2016:
"Our thoughts and prayers are with you and may God comfort you in the coming days. Tammy, Jared and Stephanie Hiatt"
JOE TARVER wrote on Jan 29, 2016:
"My memories of Jean go back to our child hood days. Growing up in Elsa Texas was not an exciting experience. One MAIN ST. two blocks long did'nttake long to see everything.Engleman gardens and the GIN were the big operations Jean stayed with Grandmaw Tarver a lot @ we lived next door so you could say we saw a lot of each other.We moved to north texasand missed a part of growing up in mid- child hood but I enjoyed his summer visits. Jean was always full of life, jolly and friendly. Our prayers and condolences are extended to his family. Respectfuly,The Tarver families"