Mark Walter Mueller, age 70, of Columbia, Missouri passed away on June 22, 2022 at his home. He was born on September 2, 1951 in St. Louis, Missouri; a son of Donald and Genevieve (Baber) Mueller. He was united in marriage to Nancy Trouille on May 10, 1980 in Crowley, Louisiana.

He graduated from Pattonville High School then attended St. Louis Community College -Florissant Valley. After two years there he was drafted by the St. Louis Cardinals in the 34th round of the 1971 MLB draft. He played one year each with St. Louis Cardinals and New York Mets affiliates. Retiring from a playing career, he returned to school where he earned his bachelor’s degree at Texas Lutheran University. Next he obtained his masters degree from the University Louisiana - Lafayette where he also served as a graduate assistant coach for the Ragin’ Cajuns baseball team. After relocating to Columbia in 1985, Mark worked as an Insurance Agent for Farm Bureau for 17 years. He started working for Red Weir Athletic Supplies starting in 2005 until his passing.

Mark loved all things baseball. He was a co-founder of the BC Baseball league in Columbia. Mark coached both his sons growing up and enjoyed watching them both play in high school and college. He also coached teams for American Legion in both Lafayette, Louisiana and Columbia, Missouri. He also served a stint as an assistant coach for Hickman High School. He also enjoyed observing the wildlife in his backyard.

Mark is survived by his wife Nancy; and two sons, Eric Mueller of St. Louis, Andrew Mueller of Lafayette, LA; and one brother Kurt Mueller of St. Louis.

Mark was preceded in death by his parents and one brother Douglas Mueller.
 

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly request donations be made to the American Heart Association in Mark’s name.

Friends will be received from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm on Tuesday, June 28, 2022 at Parker-Millard Funeral Service & Crematory. Memorial Service will be held at 12:00 pm, Tuesday, June 28, 2022 at Parker-Millard Funeral Service & Crematory with Richard Sullivan officiating.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker-Millard Funeral Service & Crematory, 12 East Ash Street, Columbia, MO 65203 (573) 449-4153. Condolences may be left online for the family at www.parkermillard.com.