"Grace and Irwin were our neighbors when we moved next door to them in 1977. We were so fortunate to have them in our lives! Grace was a very generous person and made us feel like family. I remember her love of flowers and baking. We were often the recipients of her delicious treats! Grace was a special person in our lives and we loved her very much. "
In loving memory of
Grace B Mueller
December 12, 1916 - June 17, 2017
Grace B. Mueller, 100, of St. Charles, MN died Saturday, June 17, 2017 at Golden Living Center, St. Charles. Grace was born December 12, 1916 in Saratoga, MN to Henry and Minnie (Schuett) Wondrow. Grace attended and graduated from St. Charles High School in 1934. She began teaching for a year before she married Irwin Mueller on August 25, 1936. The young loving couple had one daughter, Carmon. After Carmon was born, Grace took a break from teaching and helped Irwin around the farm for a few years before returning to her true passion. She taught for 30 years all together; 5 at rural school houses, 7 in Eyota and 19 in Rochester where she won the naming contest of the new school being built. Her entry was Harriet Bishop, the person to start the first organized school in the Minnesota Territory. She received her Master's in Education from Winona State University.
Outside of teaching she loved to play 500 and bowl in her younger years. She also was a fantastic cook and baker. Grace won many awards at the Winona County Fair, which was another love of hers. She made wonderful roast beef and was great at getting her great-grandchildren to eat slightly abnormal vegetables for a kid. She was active in the PTA, Senior Citizens Center and St. Matthew's Church.
Grace is survived by her daughter, Carmon J. Rossow; grandson, Marti (Deb) Ellinghuysen; great-grandsons, Matthew (Jessica) Ellinghuysen, Joseph Ellinghuysen and many nieces and nephews. Grace is preceded in death by her husband, Irwin; one brother and three sisters; 2 son-in-laws.
A visitation will be held 5-8PM Thursday, June 22 at Hoff Funeral and Cremation Services, St. Charles with a funeral at 11 AM with visitation one hour prior Friday, June 23 at St. Matthew's Church, St. Charles. Burial at Saratoga Cemetery. Memorials preferred to St. Charles Foundation for Academic Excellence or Season's Hospice.
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"My condolences to the family. I loved Grace and was happy to consider her a friend. She was a strong woman and a great role model. She will be missed."
"Carmon and Family, So sorry for your great loss. God Bless your Family at this most difficult time. Fondly, Jim & Jeanine"
"Grace was not my grandmother by blood but her and Irwin were my other grandparents- they were always there for me throughout my life! I will never forget the cookies, hugs, kisses, support,and love! I have too many good memories to pick one! I love u grace always and forever"
"Grace was a neat lady. Enjoyed serving her while I was in business. Was a great contributor to the community. I enjoyed knowing her. Chuck McCarthy"
"My son & I loved to visit Grace when we were at the nursing home with our therapy dog Charlotte. Grace was always reading a good book, but was happy to stop for a few minutes to offer a smile & interesting conversation. She also enjoyed showing us pictures & sharing stories of family member's dogs. Evan sends special sympathy to great-grandsons Matt & Joey."
"What a magnificent life she lived, an inspiration to all of us - my sympathy, especially to Carmon. Bonnie Luehmann Harcey"
"Grace was a sweet lady and always had a treat to give me when I used to mow her lawn. One Hundred Years, my God we should all be so fortunate. May His love bring peace and serenity to your heart. My sincerest sympathy extended to her family."