"My deepest sympathy go out to all of the Muller Family! Although it's been quite a few years since I seen Mr. Muller it seems like yesterday. The one thing I will always remember is that he was tough on the outside but soft as a marshmallow on the inside. May he rest in eternal peace??"
In loving memory of
Gordon H. Muller, Jr.
December 27, 1950 - November 10, 2020
Gordon H. Muller, Jr., suddenly, on November 10, 2020, of Franklin Twp., formerly of Bellmawr. Age 69.
Beloved husband of Karen (nee Petruzzi). Devoted father of Gordon H. Muller, III (Nicole), John Eric Muller and Valerie Deck (Charles). Loving grandfather of Ava, Gia, Cara, Kayla, Todd, Austin, Kyle and Miranda. Dear son of Theresa (nee Geokas) and the late Gordon H. Muller, Sr. Brother-in-law of Lillian and Joseph. Also survived by his faithful companions "Pugsley" and "Shelby."
Gordon proudly served in the USMC.
He retired as Captain in 2011 after 30 years of service to the Bellmawr Police Department. Gordon "Dr. Death" was an instructor at many New Jersey police institutions for over 40 years.
He was an avid outdoorsman and especially enjoyed hunting, fishing and crabbing. He also enjoyed working with pyrotechnics and fireworks.
There will be a viewing for Law Enforcement colleagues from 5 to 6pm Monday eve at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE.
Friends and family are welcome from 6 to 9pm Monday eve and 8 to 9am Tuesday morning also at the funeral home.
Funeral Mass 10am Tuesday St. Joachim Parish, Annunciation BVM Church, Bellmawr.
Interment New St. Mary's Cemetery, Bellmawr.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the ASPCA at secure.aspca.org/donate.
Tributes
"My deepest sympathy to the family. He was a Great guy. My husband(Frank Romano) loved Gordon will keep you all in my prayers. Barbara Romano"
"One of the greatest men I ever had the privileged to know and heaven didn?t just gain an angle but a true warrior rest East Gordon you will be very missed but never forgotten ......... The Cama?s "
"Karen and Family we are so sorry for your loss. It really came as a shock because Gordon always stayed in good shape and kept himself busy. He was a great friend to Jim and our family and was always there for us through the good and the bad. I know he will be missed by everyone who knew him. We are sorry we can't be there in person to pay our respects but he will always be in our hearts. Rest in peace Gordon and keep watching over your loved ones from heaven."
"Karen and family. My deepest sympathy to all of you for Gordon's loss..he was one of a kind. I will miss seeing his fishing and hunting pictures and hearing all the story's he told me.....he made it a point to stop and see me at work when he was in Bellmawr. I will miss his texts I got on holidays and just a " hey. How you doing. " working the national night out with him and Rocco in the stands. Always a great time with the 2 of them...RIP my friend...gone but never forgotten...until we meet again..say hi to my mom for me....Terry Nilsen-Sweeney...Bellmawr "
"Karen, im sorry to hear of your husband Mr Gordon Muller, passing. Mr. Muller I always called him, was my grand fathers neighbor , when my grandfather was in the hospital , he watched over pops house while away. My condolences to you and your family. "
"Doctor Death you will be truly missed by Glenn and myself and also by Heather I?m sure see will miss sharing the shrimp bisque soup we love you RIP All our love Mary and Glenn Stephens "
"RIP my friend I will miss you trying to blow me up at the club in Virginia "
"Mrs. Karen Muller and Family, Mrs. Van Der Bas and I hereby send our deepest sympathy and our condolences for the loss of your dear Husband, Father and Gran Father of your Children and Grand Children, we remember Gordon from way back when he and Fellow Police officer Steve Moody stayed at our home many years ago as they where attending a Law Enforcement seminar in North Jersey, we enjoyed both Steve and Gordon immensely they where great company we know how much he will be missed by You Your Family and so many on the outside of his Family the many people in his Community he served Gordon was an extraordinary Good Man a Great Professional and from what we gather a Great Husband, Father, and Grand Father. Again we express our deepest Sorrow for Your Loss May The Lord keep him close and watch over the entire Muller Family, Sincerely John and Ann Van Der Bas Myrtle Beach South Carolina, May Gordon Rest in Peace."
"Karen, We are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May Gordon rest in peace. Sue and Rick Wellington "
"RIP brother thank you for your service prayers and huggs for the family?????"
"Karen, my mom and dad will never forget the weekend Gordon and Steve Moody spent at their house in North Jersey. They were training for the SWAT team. They send their deepest sympathy. My dad said, "That Gordon is one he'll of a good guy!" Your family is in our prayers!"
"Many knew you as the hard-ass Dr. Death or Officer Muller, but you were always Uncle Gordon to the boys and me. You always were so sweet and loving and of course a little crazy! Oh the stories we were told! I?m going to miss randomly texting you so you can call my Dad and bust his chops. You were a great best friend to my Dad and Mom. We all love you like family.
My idea of bringing the kids on a field trip to Uncle Gordon?s for a Chemistry lesson went out the window yesterday. My idea of hiding out at your place if there ever was a zombie apocalypse will never happen (for multiple reasons).
I will think of you often, but every time I see fireworks they will bring a brighter smile to my face and tears to my eyes. Our hearts are broken and our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love you bunches Uncle Gordon!. Rest in peace.
Beth Paladino Ryan"
"Another great man gone too soon. Still speechless, trying to wrap my head around this very sad news. You were unbeatable, tough as nails, a man's man and a cop's cop and definitely were one of a kind! RIP Gordon, prayers for you and your entire family and your brothers at Bellmawr PD. I was fortunate to have shared so many laughs and stories over the years working in neighboring towns together and backing one another up. NOT THAT YOU EVER NEEDED BACK UP!!! Whether you were training recruits at the academy or veteran officers who were taking your groundfighting, handcuffing and defensive tactics classes, you taught them valuable survival techniques that helped get them safely through their careers to retirement and safely home to their families. So many memories and stories. Godspeed Captain Muller! You will be missed Sensei! Gone too soon! ?????? Capt. S. Giambrone, Ret. Haddon Heights PD"
"Gordon would come over my house in Bellmawr. He would drive up with the police lights flashing & my Dad, Charles Patrick McCarthy would run out of the house. They act like they were fighting!! Then start laughing. I'm really going to miss him."
"I am so sad and shocked to hear of Uncle Gordon's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to Karen, Gordon, Eric, Valerie and the rest of his family. Praying for peace and healing during this difficult time. Love to you all. Joyce & Arde Johnson"
"Raising hell at Hot Diggity Dog was the best! Gordon will be missed but never forgotten. Stan "
"Great hand to hand combat instructor. You will be missed . A Sad Day for Law Enforcement. RIP Dr. Death . "
"Good friend and fellow police officer. You were a fellow instructor at several police academies. You will always be remembered as a good cop who gave so much back to his fellow cops via excellent training and knowledge . May God rest your soul. I will remember you always and fondly. Len Zacamy, Sr, retired Barrington PD"
"Gordon you were one of a kind who made all of us who were fortunate enough to work with you that much better. A cops cop is an understatement. Thank you my friend for all your guidance and advice over our careers. I?ll certainly miss you, but never forget you. RIP SIR ??"
"Karen & family, My sincere condolences for your loss of Gordon. Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon him. Prayers for comfort and peace."
"Proud to have served with you. RIP my brother and Godspeed. Capt A. Gilmore MEPD Ret."
"I loved you, Uncle Gordon. Always so good to me and my husband, Scott. To my cousins, his children, I am so sorry for your loss. Our whole family went in different directions but I fondly remember our childhood with each other, especially this time of year when we would go trick-or-treating with each other. I will say that every single police officer I've met has known my uncle from his training classes and as past member of the Marines. They told me he was tough on them to train them well. Lisa and Scott Hudson"