Elaine Ruth Mueller (nee Schultz), passed away from her earthly home the week of Christmas 2025.

She is survived by four children and their spouses: Rick (Wanda) Mueller, Venice, FL, Pam (Scott) Gauerke, Appleton, Sharon (Henry) Fitzpatrick, Mission Viejo, CA, and Scott (Michelle) Mueller, also of Appleton.  She is also survived by 3 grandchildren: Greg (Terrie) Gauerke, Kevin (Lauren) Gauerke, and Lauren (Kevin) Hughes; and 7 great grandchildren: Peter, Claire, Brooke, Hailey, and Addison Gauerke and Liliana and Carter Hughes.

Preceding her in death were her parents and her husband Richard "Dick" Mueller.

A private service for family will be held at Highland Memorial Park.