Marilyn J. Mueller, “M.J.“

(Formerly Wahr) Entered into Eternal Life on August 21, 2015, at the age of 75. Loving mother of Candace (Mike) Leathers. Grandmother of Sterling and Hunter Leathers. Aunt of Steven Mueller and Theresa (Joseph) Bell. Great-Aunt of Madison, Kyle, and Hailey. Preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Hildegarde Mueller, her brother Richard Mueller and nephew Paul. Also survived by cousins in Germany, other relatives, and friends.

Marilyn was a graduate of Washington High School in Milwaukee. She continued her education at William Woods College in Fulton Missouri.

In 1959, she began working for her parents at Mueller Color Plate. When the business was sold she began working at the Dark Room which also became a family business. In 1983, Marilyn took over her parents business, The Dark Room, and successful grew the business. She relocated the business to West Allis and changed the name to Mueller Graphic Supply, Inc.

She was recognized as one of Wisconsin's Largest Woman-Owned businesses and Working Woman's magazine named Mueller Graphics as one of the 500 Top Woman-Owned businesses in the United States numerous times.

Marilyn was a devoted, kind hearted person who loved her family. She showed her family the importance of ethics and hard work, placing the needs of others first.
Those whose lives Marilyn touched knew her as a giver, supporter, champion and defender. She could light up a room with her smile and sense of humor.

Marilyn was sincere and passionate supporter of Make a Wish and granted many wishes to children in need. She was a member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, and served on the West Allis Chamber of Commerce as well as the West Allis Economic Development Committee.

She enjoyed Floral Design, Cooking, reading, and most of all helping others.

"Rest with the Angels, you will never be forgotten and you will always be loved."

Visitation at the Funeral Home, 12401 West National Avenue, New Berlin on Thursday, August 27, from 4:00 PM-6:45 PM. Candle light Service at 7:00 PM. Additional visitation at WISCONSIN MEMORIAL PARK, CHAPEL OF THE CHIMES, 13235 W. Capitol Drive, on Friday, August 28, from 10:00-11:00 AM. Private Committal service at 11:00 AM. Memorials appreciated to the Make a Wish Foundation in Milwaukee, WI, HEARTS for Families, Children's Hospital of Wisconsin, the Milwaukee Rescue Mission, PETA, or the Wisconsin Human Society.