Betty Mueller passed away on March 25, 2024 at Fallon County Medical Complex in Baker.
Betty was born on February 7, 1934 to Harry and Rose (Buan) Gauze in Ft. Meade, SD. Betty’s father Harry was in the military so she grew up in various locations in South Dakota and Wyoming. In 1952, she graduated high school in Rapid City, SD and then attended the Black Hills Teachers College in Spearfish, SD and graduated with her teacher certificate in 1955. While at college she met Max Mueller and they married December 25, 1955. They started their life in Rapid City where she was a teacher for one year. After a short time in White River, SD, Betty and Max moved to Baker where they have made their home for past 67 years.
Max and Betty raised their five children in Baker. She was a large part of the community in Baker and the surrounding area. Betty played an active role as the President of the Treasure State Girl Scout Council, Fallon County Medical Center Board Chairman and Council on Aging President. From 1970-1998, Betty was the County Director of Social Services for Fallon, Carter, & Wibaux counties. After retirement, she and Max enjoyed their life together with their growing family, many family gatherings & attending the grandchildren’s events.
Betty will be greatly missed by Max, her husband of 68 years; sons, Kenneth (Renee) Mueller, Karl (Ginger) Mueller; daughters, Beth (Roger) Meggers, Jana Mueller, Ann (Mark) Hilderbrand; 10 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.
Betty was preceded in death by infant daughter Laura; parents, Harry and Rose Gauze; brother, James Gauze; step-father, Leo Erz, & son-in-law, Jerry Huss.
Service Schedule
Visitation
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Friday March 29, 2024
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
Baker, Montana 59313
Memorial Service
11:00 AM
Friday March 29, 2024
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
Baker, Montana 59313
Interment
Following Memorial Service
Friday March 29, 2024
Bonnievale Cemetery
Baker, Montana 59313
Service Schedule
Visitation
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Friday March 29, 2024
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
Baker, Montana 59313
Memorial Service
11:00 AM
Friday March 29, 2024
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
Baker, Montana 59313
Interment
Following Memorial Service
Friday March 29, 2024
Bonnievale Cemetery
Baker, Montana 59313
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Kyle & Gail Shaw says
Dear Jana, Ann and Family, So Sorry for your loss. It is hard to let a Mother go but what beautiful memories you have as I have heard such nice stories. Great family gatherings, so special. Keep those memories close to your heart. You will be in our thoughts and prayers now and for much time to come.
Donna orthman says
I had the pleasure of knowing and working with Betty for many years. She was a special lady. I always enjoyed her wisdom. Please accept my condolences. Donna orthman
Sheryl Zacher Hartzfeld says
She was a wonderful role model to many in the community including the young girl scouts. My very sincere condolences to you all.
Sheryl Zacher Hartzfeld
Cindy and Dale Berg says
So sorry for the of your mother. Thinking of you all at this very difficult time.
Kathy Damm Culy says
To the Mueller Family
I’m am very sorry to hear of your mother’s passing
You are in my thought n prayers..
Richard and LInda (Stevens) Meidinger says
Condolances to the Mueller family. So sorry for your loss. May she rest in peace. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Linda and Richard Meidinger
Maranda Wolfe says
I just heard of Aunt Betty’s passing. I’m sorry for all of y’all’s loss. She was an amazing woman and I’ll greatly miss the many memories I have of visiting her and all of y’all during the many summer visits I had growing up. I love all of y’all.