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Erik Alan Mueller

1968 - 2012

Erik Alan Mueller obituary, 1968-2012, Stillwater, NY

BORN

1968

DIED

2012

Erik Mueller Obituary

STILLWATER - Erik Alan Mueller of Dick Lynch Road passed away Saturday, June 2, 2012, at Albany Medical Center Hospital with his loving family by his side. He was 44.
Born March 18, 1968, in Albany, he is a son of Josef Charles and Priscilla (Harling) Mueller Jr. On June 23, 2001, he married his love of 23 years, the former Eva Villano.
A graduate of Stillwater Central School District, Erik went on to Ohio Diesel Tech in Cleveland.
"Mule-Train," as he was known when he rode his Harley Davidson, also loved being outdoors, especially deer hunting, playing for the Stillwater Tigers, taking trips with Eva in their fifth wheel, camping and boating at the Schuyler Yacht Basin. He also was known for "Erik's Finest Maple Syrup."
Mr. Mueller was also a parishioner of Stillwater United Church. Earlier, he was a volunteer firefighter for Arvin Hart Fire Company.
Erik cared greatly for his community, one that will deeply miss him.
Survivors in addition to his parents and wife, Eva Mueller, include his brothers, Josef C. (Linda) Mueller of Concord, Mass., Andrew D. (Kathy Wiesmore) of Stillwater, Jonathan P. (Patricia) Mueller of Stillwater, Tammy (Steve) Gori and several other foster siblings; and his stepsons, William D. Mansfield of Mechanicville and Robert A. Mansfield of Stillwater. He is Poppy to William, Jonathan and Alexis, and Godfather to Marley Mueller and Hudson Treacy. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Wednesday, June 6, 2012, at Stillwater United Church on Hudson Avenue. Relatives and friends may gather in the Fellowship Hall following the service.
Memorials may be made to the National Brain Tumor Society, 124 Watertown St., Suite 2D, Watertown, MA 02472, in Erik's honor.
Arrangements were made by Chase-Smith Family Funeral Homes, Stillwater, 664-3731.
Online remembrances may be made at www.chasesmithfamily.com.

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Published by The Saratogian from Jun. 3 to Jun. 4, 2012.

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Carrie (Lilac) Sabourin

October 21, 2012

Erik, I miss you so much. I think about you everyday. These Fall days really remind me of you. I wish I was having your maple syrup. I know you're shining down on us guiding all of us through. You always made me laugh. I see you wherever I go. You will always be like a big Brother to me. I love you and miss you. You will always be in my heart forever.

October 20, 2012

YOU ARE NOW COMPLETLY FREE FOREVER YOU WILL BE IN MY HEART FOREVER LOVE ANDY

Matthew

June 19, 2012

Rest easy my friend
Thanks for accepting me and great memories
Like competing with each other in 8th grade basketball

David Rawlin

June 11, 2012

Pricilla, My deepest condolences go out to you on the loss of your Son. Reading these posts paints a picture of a friendly guy, loved by so many, who served his Family and Community. Warm hugs for you as you mourn his passing and celebrate his life.

June 9, 2012

Eva and family,
we only knew Erik a short time, but he was full of life and had fun!! We will always remember his maple syrup and his enthusiasm for life. Great guy. always positive and happy what a happy guy. He will be missed by many. Eva please except our condolences. Bob and Eileen (Schuyler Yacht Basin)

Gayle

June 9, 2012

I loved by cousin Erik very much. I am heartbroken that he is gone. I have so many fond memories of our conversations over the years, his great personality, great sense of humor, and how much joy he brought to others. I felt so connected to Erik in a way that I cannot explain and this has been a big loss for me as well as others that loved him. Erik was the the most genuine person I have ever known and he truly touched my life over the years. I never forgot how much I loved and cared about him as he was such a very special person. I always wished we had lived closer so we could visit more often but you know how it is - we all get caught up in our day-to-day life problems, and ups and downs and somehow life just slips away. Love is forever in my heart and I have so many fond memories of you and your family that I will never forget. I send my love to all of you.

To Eva, Uncle Joe & Aunt Priscilla, Jon & Patricia, Andrew and family, Josef & Linda and family, Tammy and family and all Erik's relatives, and friends, I pray that God will heal your grief and help you through this most difficult time.

Erik, until we all meet again where there is no pain... may God bless you.

Tina Tirey (Pierce)

June 7, 2012

My thoughts and prayers goes to all of Erik's family and friends.

June 7, 2012

Jon and Patti - So sorry to hear of the loss of your brother ...

Mikki Bakken

Allan Wiltsie

June 7, 2012

We will miss you stopping by the Shop to Cheer us up Erik Alan. Allan and the boys at Sure Start. God Bless

Linda Liberty

June 7, 2012

Eva and the Mueller family have been in our thoughts and prayers. May God comfort you and keep you at this most difficult time. May Eric's light burn brightly forever.

Lisa (Sabatino) Dibble

June 7, 2012

Erik No matter how sick you were if you seen mom sitting on the porch you would always stop and say hello to her. My codolences to your family. God bless and R.I.P

Paul and Kim Rivenburgh

June 6, 2012

Our Deepest sympathy to Eva and the Mueller family.

Tom&Diane

June 6, 2012

With deepest sympathy and fond memories of Erik and the Mueller family and boys when Diane and I visited them when they were young boys in N.Y. and Erik's wedding.

Erik was a gentle giant and a compassionate, dedicated, honorable man, cousin, and friend.

We will miss Erik very much. His memory with our family will go on forever.

We will also cherish those fond memories of Erik dancing with our little Jessica at Joseph's wedding.

Our deepest sympathy to Erik's loving wife, family, brothers and sisters and mother and father.

God Bless,

Love, Tom, Diane, Jessica, Noel, Damien and Sasha

Patrick Doody

June 6, 2012

Erik was a great guy who always seemed to see things on the bright side. he lived life with heart and is an example of how one should be. My prayers are with his loved ones. Gods Speed and Love to you Erik my Friend.

S. Travis

June 6, 2012

Rest in peace my friend, my prayers go to the Mueller family, Eric was a great man and a friend to all, I will miss him dearly.

Mark, Tracy & Shelby Fitzpatrick

June 6, 2012

Andy and Cathy, I'm so sorry for your lost. I wish I could be there today. If you need anything please let me know

Colleen Murphy-Miller

June 6, 2012

My thoughts and prayers go out to Eva and the Mueller family. Embrace the love and comfort of friends and family.

Kris & Unc Brock

June 6, 2012

Erik was the best kind of person there was. Always smiling and would go out of his way to say hello and make you smile. I am glad I had the pleasure of knowing him. My sympathies to Eva and his family.

Ken & Karen (Gage) Ellsowrth

June 6, 2012

Our sincerest condolences & sympathy go out to Eva & the Mueller family. Erik was a great man who gave alot of laughter & memories to many.

Stacey Garcia

June 6, 2012

It was a priviledge and honor caring for Erik. My heart goes out to all of you, especially you Eva. Keep Erik alive in your heart! What an amazing family! You will hold a special place in my heart!

Linda Gaudette-O'Connor

June 6, 2012

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

mike Decota

June 5, 2012

Erik was my friend..the best kind of friend anyone could ever have,he always had me laughing.i will miss our hunts together,and all our laughter...He will forever be in my heart...always,im gonna miss you my friend....

Agnes& Cas Raylinsky

June 5, 2012

So sorry to hear about Erik, our thoughts and prays are with your family

HEATHER STABLES

June 5, 2012

ERIK WAS AND ALWAYS WILL BE AN AMAZING PERSON... I REALLY ENJOYED BEING HIS FRIEND.. I AM SO BLESSED TO BE CALLED ONE OF HIS FRIENDS...

Mary Sedgwick

June 5, 2012

Erik was an amazing person and had a great personality. He will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

Gregory Wilson

June 5, 2012

Words cannot express how sad we are for your loss.

Tara Manzer

June 5, 2012

Eva and family...
We are all so sorry for your loss. Erik was an amazing man, his bright smile was always beaming whenever he came to the office, and could always make us laugh with one of his funny stories about Bella getting into some kind of trouble.....His love for animals was always apparent... he will be missed by each and every one of us here at Homestead Animal Hospital

Marlo,Mark,Alex,Courtney Sausville

June 5, 2012

We were so blessed to have met Erik. The moment we met him you could tell he wore his heart on his sleeve and was just a really good person.Eva,Mr & Mrs. Mueller, John, Patty,Marley,Jackson and Mueller family We are so very deeply sorry for your loss,
All our love and Prayers are with you,
The Sausville Family

Carrie (Lilac) Sabourin

June 5, 2012

Erik, I love you and miss you so much! It hurts so much. I know you are with us guiding us through this because you never wanted anyone to be sad. You always knew what to say to make me laugh. I will never forget our camping trips with you and Eva, you bringing us your finest maple syrup, your funny songs you would make up out of nowhere, going to Jon's wedding together, and watching you play baseball on my Dad's Tigers Team. I will never forget your smile or your laugh. You are so special to me, Erik. I am trying to be strong, but it's so painful. Keep watching over us, and shining that beatiful smile. You are forever my guardian angel. R.I.P. "Challenger". To Eva and the entire Mueller Family, I love all of you. Erik will guide you through this. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Frank Darwak

June 5, 2012

Such a great person and neighbor. You will be missed by many Eric.

June 5, 2012

Dear Priscilla and Family,
Our sincerest sympathy. We are heartbroken for all of you. We will keep you in our prayers.
Scott and Audrey Vanderhoef of Grafton/Berlin NY

June 5, 2012

Eva, Mueller Family; Eric will be truly missed by all. A smile one can never forget. His personaaly the best you will ever see in a life time, and such a hard worker all the time. All of us at the Village of Stillwater will surely miss Eric, a great friend to everybody, Eric, you will always be in our prayers.

Ernie Martin

Stephanie Flanagan

June 5, 2012

Eva,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort knowing your husband is now in the arms of Jesus.
Stephanie Flanagan, NYSCOPBA

Kim Siddon

June 5, 2012

To the entire Mueller family...There are never any good words to say at this point in time. Giving our fond memories of Erik will hopefully bring a smile to his families face, as this is how he would want it... I went to school with Erik and whenever he saw me, he'd give me one of those BIG Bear hugs and as we grew into adults he would do the same when we would run into one another around town.. That genuine smile and true sense of friendship that he had is so hard to come by...Erik, you will be truly missed...My thoughts and prayers go out to all the Mueller family.

Gary Little

June 5, 2012

You were a great friend erik,i wil miss you immensly...if anyone was having a bad day all you had to do was find erik and your blues were over.he made you smile...dont worry eva..he will be looking over you forever, im so sorry, my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family

June 5, 2012

We will always remember the wonderful person you were, and one who always made us smile. You were a friend who will never be forgotten. Our prayers are with Eva and your family.
Ginger & Eddie Whitman

Gayle Hopkins

June 4, 2012

My sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Erik. I am his cousin and will always love and cherish his memory. I pray that God will give us all peace and comfort.

Words of Comfort:

Life is but a stopping place,
A pause in what's to be,
A resting place along the road,
to sweet eternity.
We all have different journeys,
Different paths along the way,
We all were meant to learn some things,
but never meant to stay...
Our destination is a place,
Far greater than we know.
For some the journey's quicker,
For some the journey's slow.
And when the journey finally ends,
We'll claim a great reward,
And find an everlasting peace,
Together with the lord.

(Author Unknown)

Kelly Sowell

June 4, 2012

To the Mueller Family - Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. While Erik is no longer suffering, he leaves behind many stricken with pain and sorrow. Erik's infectious smile and contagious personality will forever live on. Erik......You have touched so many during your time here on this earth. You will continue to do so through our memories of you..

Mary Beth Amato

June 4, 2012

Dear Priscilla,
I just read all of the messages in the guest book. I never met Erik but I found out he was very loved and admired. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Miss seeing you!! Always , MB Amato

June 4, 2012

To Jon and the entire Mueller Family,
Kathleen and I send our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. It is never easy, no matter the circumstances, do lose a loved one.

Sincerely,
Matt & Kathleen Antalek

June 4, 2012

"May the road rise to meet you....
Until we meet again, my friend".

Tammy Kussius-Ryther

June 4, 2012

"Only the good die young" My prayers go to all of you that are hurting at this time. Stay strong you know he would want you to! His smile will last in our hearts forever!

Linda

June 4, 2012

Thoughts and prayers are with you all. I know Erik will be greatly missed

Gene Duchesne

June 4, 2012

Eric you will be missed by maney that love you rest in peace my friend till we meet again in gods kingdom .

Bob West

June 4, 2012

I offer the thoughts and prayers of my family to all of you, Erik's family. I pray that he is now at peace with God, and that God is granting peace to all of you in the memories of Erik. I enjoyed the few times I had the opportunity to meet Erik, through his brother Joe, although it has been years. May God bless and comfort you.

June 4, 2012

Sometimes God picks the prettiest Flowers first.

June 4, 2012

To the Mueller Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with your family, may God shed his light on you and bless you in this time of need. You have an Angel in Heaven watching over you and he will be so deeply missed. May god bless all of you.

Jan Marie Nigro (Alston)

June 4, 2012

My deepest condolences to all of the Mueller family members for your loss of such a vibrant soul. I have many fond memories growing up as neighbors on Dunn Road. One favorite is when all of their live stock escaped and made its way up the hill to graze on our front lawn and Erik had to ride up like a knight on a horse to round them up and herd them back to their farm. Erik also taught me how to drive a 3-speed on the column on the back field roads between our farms. I could go on forever - I won't, but Erik's loving soul will. His smile & laugh and just his genuine kindness and caring for anyone and everyone, but especially for his family & friends - these are just a few of the things that I know I will never forget about Erik Mueller. Now may you rest in peace...

Tara Bowie

June 4, 2012

Eric you will truly be missed....my thoughts and prayers are with your family at this heart breaking time....God Bless

Joseph & Mary DeGeorge

June 4, 2012

To Eva and the Mueller Family,
Erik will be so missed but our fun memories of the Ferry Lane Parties will never be forgotten. We will miss him going by in his work truck and always waving with his great big smile. Love you Erik and you will be missed by all.

Sara Bublak

June 4, 2012

Eva, my thoughts are with you and your family.

Debbie Quackenbush

June 4, 2012

To the Mueller Family: I am so sorry to hear of Erik's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. GOD BLESS.

June 4, 2012

Erik you always had a way about you that made everyone smile!! Many memories of growing up with the Muellers. Erik thank you for being such an amazing friend, especially to my father. He loved you and looked at you as his little brother!!! Shine down on us all in this tough time!!! Thank you for the rainbow the other night!!!! Love you all!!!
-Sara Ford

Vic & Cindy Wood

June 4, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Erik was such a terrific person. He will be missed by all.

Dawn Dawson

June 4, 2012

Erik was one of a kind, always had that smile of his on his face and always happy and upbeat all throughout our childhood years, and as I saw him from time to time in our adult years. You will be very missed dear old friend. Eva, just know that he has so many people who loved and cared for him, and all of those people are going to be right by your side to help you and your family now when you need it the most.

June 4, 2012

The Mueller Family: May God be with you in this time of sorrow. My deepest sympathy for your loss. Carol Davis(Stillwater NY)

June 4, 2012

To the Mueller my deepest sympathy goes out to you and the family. We are sorry for your loss. Erik was a great guy. Rest In Paradise now Erik!
Debbie & Jeremiah Senecal

Alyssa Articolo (Gile)

June 4, 2012

Priscilla and Joe, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God's grace guide you through this difficult time as you did for me so many years ago. God Bless.

Marilyn & Greg Connors

June 4, 2012

To Eva and the entire Mueller Family: We are so sorry to hear of the loss of such a devoted family member and dedicated community servant. His smile was contagious and he possessed a personality that was a pleasure to experience. Please accept our deepest sympathies...

June 4, 2012

To the entire Mueller family... we are so saddened to hear the loss of Erik. With our deepest sympathy, we wish you all strength & peace.
God Bless,
Bob & Barbara Horstmyer

Jason & Joanne Huehn

June 4, 2012

Our deepest condolences for the Mueller Family, we are so sorry for your loss. Erik will be missed greatly and remembered always for being such a great person. Thoughts and Prayers, Jay, Joanne, Amanda, Dan and Allie Huehn

Ross Hansen

June 4, 2012

Dear Eva and the Meuller Family ... I had the privledge to have met Eric when he was briefly employed at OMRDD and he truly was a breath of fresh air! Never down, always smiling he was so positive in so many ways! I wish you peace at this trying time.

June 4, 2012

To the Mueller Family, I am sorry for your loss. I knew Erik several years back when he would come to the credit union. He had a great laugh and would brighten a bad day. May he Rest in Peace.

Tina Glaude-Underhill

June 4, 2012

Erik was a good friend and always could turn a frown into a smile. His legacy will live on in our small town. Best of love and support to the family.

Jamie and Dawn Herrick

June 4, 2012

When you smiled you made everyone around you smile to. You will be greatly missed.

Colleen Maheux

June 4, 2012

To Eva & the Mueller family: My heartfelt sympathy to all of you. Erik was one of a kind and will be missed by all who had the pleasure to know him. I will never forget that big smile.

Renee' & Don Price

June 4, 2012

Erik was always a great friend to us as Don put it " He was like my Brother". We have shared so many laughs and good times together as those memories will live in our hearts forever!He will be truly missed, our love to Eva and the Entire family. Love, Don & Renee' Price & Girls

Ella Morse

June 4, 2012

To a very special person who touch so many lifes with his smile you are one of a kind Erik you will be greatly missed by many Fly High My Friend God Bless

June 4, 2012

Dear Eva and the entire Mueller Family, My deepest sympathies are with you all the Lord above has taken one of the best that he has created.It is a gain for him but a tremendous loss for all. Love Ya Aunt Carolyn

Ana Knibbs rizzo

June 4, 2012

Erik I will miss you and your friendly manner. To the Mueller family my deepest sympathies.

Terrie Wolcott

June 4, 2012

To the entire Mueller family-my sincerest condolences to all of you. Erik was a wonderful person, I will always cherish his laugh, his friendship and his character of accepting people as they were, those values are very far and few between. May all that adored him provide each of you with comfort in knowing how each touched so many people in this world.

June 4, 2012

Goodbye my friend

tracy and ron minor

June 4, 2012

You will never know how much you have touched the hearts of so many of us!!! We will never forget you! Fly high Angel!

John Murphy

June 4, 2012

To the entire Mueller Family, We share the loss of Erik, his great smile and wonderful sense of humor. He was truly a good man who will be missed by our Stillwater Community.
Chris & Murph

David Willimott

June 4, 2012

Erik, We had a great time in Arkansas with John's Basaeball team. You will be greatly missed, but NOT forgotten. "He's gotta come to ya"

Larry goudreau sr.

June 4, 2012

Hevean only take the best,Erik was one of them. Our prays are with the family.
Larry and Barbara Goudreau.

Larry Goudreau

June 4, 2012

Erik you will be missed one of the best.
Will always think of you. Rest in peace.

A friend always Larry Goudreau JR.

Pamela Woodman

June 4, 2012

Pricilla & Joe, my heartfelt sympathies. Erik fought a valiant fight, going & going no matter what. I remember the talks he and Charlie had, and I believe that Charlie was one of the many who were there to meet Erik.

Don & Erika Antolick

June 4, 2012

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Frank Tatum

June 4, 2012

My friend Erik was the nicest and most geniune guy that I ever knew. Heaven has a good soul now, but the rest of us are left with a void. My heart goes out to Eva, Jon, Pam and the Mueller family. I wish I had the words to bring you comfort.

June 4, 2012

Erik,the brief time I knew you,I felt like we had been friends for a long time.You will be missed.......Dan

Christian Pitcheralle

June 4, 2012

Jon, Patty and Mueller family, Darcy and I are sorry for your loss. You are in ours prayers. Christian ,Darcy , Alyssa and David Pitcheralle

Sheila Quinlivan

June 4, 2012

Erik, the man with the most loved laugh. You were there when i needed exactly that. You always made me feel like family and i am sorry i couldn't say goodbye. I will miss you. Love you always, Sheila

June 4, 2012

My sincerest condolences to the family of Erik during this time of grief. My prayers are with you all.

June 3, 2012

Erik I will miss you lots.....Love Missy

June 3, 2012

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

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