William "Billy" Joseph Mueller Jr.

William Joseph “Billy” Mueller, Jr., 85, of Wellsville, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2026 at Oak Pointe Assisted Living in Warrenton, Missouri. He was born on October 21, 1940 in Lincoln County, Missouri, and was the son of William Joseph Mueller, Sr. and Catherine Marie (Wing) Mueller. Billy married the love of his life, Eleanore Mae Pottebaum on August 7, 1965 in Truesdale, Missouri, and two daughters were born to this union. Eleanore preceded him in death on May, 6, 2022. Billy was born and raised in Lincoln County, attended Sacred Heart Catholic School in Troy and St. Mary’s in Hawk Point. Billy and Eleanore raised their daughters in Troy, MO, until moving to Wellsville, MO in 2003. He and his family were known for playing in a band. Billy started playing at the age of 5 and could play by ear. He was not a stranger to playing a guitar, fiddle, and singing. Billy loved to entertain friends and family by playing music at various dances. He was a lifetime farmer, following in his father's footsteps. Billy raised cattle, hogs, sheep, and rabbits. He liked to tinker on his bulldozer, working on various projects. In his earlier years, he loved to auctioneer and was a familiar face to the auction ring. Billy later enjoyed attending Thornhill Auctions with his wife. He and Eleanore were thankful; they raised their two daughters on the family farm. Billy looked forward to watching his grandson at tractor pulls and going to Old Threshers. His stories and laughter will be deeply missed. Billy is survived by his two daughters: Lori Mueller and Michelle Mueller; grandchildren: Katelyn Adkins and Kyle Adkins; two special great-grandkids, Ellie Woodson and Brandon Woodson; one brother and two sisters: Bobby Mueller (Julie), Sharon Doll (Bill) and Shirley Shephard (Ronnie); nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and wife. Family and friends will be received from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at KEMPER-KEIM Family Funeral Chapel located at 41 Farm Lane Hawk Point, MO 63349. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, May 16, 2026 at the Hawk Point Chapel. Interment will be held at the Hawk Point City Cemetery in Hawk Point, MO. Expressions of sympathy may be made To The Family of William Joseph “Billy” Mueller, Jr. in care of Kemper-Keim Family Funeral Chapel P.O. Box 222 Troy, MO 63379. Arrangements are under the direction of Kemper-Keim Family Funeral Chapel; 41 Farm Lane Hawk Point, MO 63349. Online condolences may be made at www.kemperkeimfamilyfuneralchapel.com Phone 636-338-4375

William "Billy" Joseph Mueller Jr.

October 21, 1940 - April 30, 2026