Service Details
Family and friends are invited to meet in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory on OCTOBER 26, 2024, for a visitation from 10:00 am until 12:00 pm.
Military Honors will follow at 12:00 pm.
A private interment will take place at the Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Union Grove.
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RACINE – Kenneth C. Mueller, 60, passed away at Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee on October 8, 2024.
Ken was born in Racine on January 31, 1964, the son of Thomas Charles and Romayne (nee Marsch) Mueller. He is survived by his mother, Romayne; his sister and brothers, Debi Mueller, Jeffrey (Nancy) Mueller, and Joel Mueller; his loving companion, Kimberly Simmons; as well as his nieces and nephews, Kevin, David, Michael, Carol, Lee, and Melissa; and his great niece and nephew, Aubrey and Beau. He was preceded in death by his father, Thomas C. Mueller on September 28, 2024.
He attended McKinley elementary and middle school, graduated from Washington Park High School in 1983. After graduation he proudly served his country with the US Navy from 1983-87, stationed both in Iceland and on the USS Paul.
Ken worked for Racine Unified School District for 25 years, retiring as head engineer for Schulte Elementary.
Ken especially loved his family. He had a passion for riding his motorcycle. He loved hunting with the family on the family property. Ken enjoyed camping, family get togethers, and cooking out. Ken will be remembered for laughter and his love of hugging those that were dear to him.
Family and friends are invited to meet in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory on Saturday, OCTOBER 26, 2024, for a visitation from 10:00 am until 12:00 pm. Military Honors will follow at 12:00 pm. Memorials have been suggested to the Ronald McDonald House.
Before his passing, Kenneth was recognized at the hospital with an Honor Walk for saving three lives by donating his organs.
The Mueller family extends a heartfelt thank you to the trauma team at Froedtert for the exceptional care Ken received before his passing.
Alex Greco says
I am sorry for the loss of (Moose )Ken Mueller to the family and so many that his life touched.
I personally will miss him as the good friend he was.
Debbie Jastrow Radtke says
RIP Kenny. Friends since you were 10. Condolences to your loved ones.
Andrew Tschumper says
RUSD family and friends will miss him dearly.
Nancy Harmann says
RIP Moose, my condolences to Kim and Mueller family. Moose was a great guy, fun, he will be missed.
Anonymous says
Mr him Zewen says Rest in Peace Moose! I fondly remember you from Park High School! I was in your 1983 grad class! You were so nice and fun to be around!At our30th reunion in 2013′ I enjoyed the talk we had had at Joey’s on Lathrop! Till we meet again!
Nancy Harmann says
So so sorry to hear. . . RIP Moose, condolences to Kim and the Mueller family.
Tammi Starr says
I’ve known Moose for a lot of years. He was always happy and friendly. He will be missed by many! Sending my condolences to Kimberly and his family.
Mike Gatzke says
our deepest sympathies to all of Kenny,s \Moose\ family an friends. I worked with Kenny at Jerstad School an we had alot of Laughs. Never a dull moment working with him. He was quite the jokster ,never knew when he would surprise us. I also bowled with Kenny an his Dad . I will always remember him.
Al & MaryEllen Cole says
Our hearts are broken over the loss of our dear, dear friend. So full of life and always had a new story to tell! Hugs, smiles and laughter were in abundance every time we got together. We will miss that and hold those memories tightly in our hearts. Our deepest and most heartfelt condolences go out to all of you at this difficult time.
Billy McGregor says
I loved that man
He was one of the best people I ever met
You will be forever missed
Another good man gone WAY to soon
RIP my friend
Phillip DeHahn says
Ken was always a happy man. He talked often about going hunting, riding his motorcycle.
Always a joy to work with and a good worker.
He talked highly about his motorcycle trip across Utah . He will be missed greatly 😢, leaving so young!
Becky Waite says
This is so sad. My husband and I had plans to visit him in the hospital that Saturday after he passed. 🥺
I’ve known Ken aka Moose since Jr High at McKinley. He was always so fun and full of laughter. He loved to joke around. He always seemed to be smiling. I will never forget his one of a kind laughter. He will be missed dearly. My condolences to Kimberly and all his family. God bless you all during this difficult time.
Danny Waite says
I was looking forward to retirement and having many more laughs with you Moose. You were a great friend I will miss dearly.
Gino Modesti says
I worked with Kenny at JA for four years and bowled with him as well. We always had lots of laughs and we were a good BSE team! I remember one night I hide under his truck and grabbed his leg when he went to open his door! I thought Moose was going to jump on the roof of his truck! We laughed about that for a long time! Many good
Memories! May god keep you in his lovely arm s always and forever! RIP till we meet again pal! Love you! Your buddy Gino.
Tammy Haas (Jastrow) says
I’m so sorry for your loss. Kenny was always fun, awesome and upbeat. We go way back from the neighborhood & school. Rest in Peace. ♡
Liz Brooks says
I will miss his friendly smile and happy additude my sympathy goes out for Kimberly