Donald "Don" A. Muelver

Donald "Don" Muelver, 68, of Kronenwetter, beloved husband of Doreen (Drews) Muelver departed this life peacefully with his family at his side on June 7, 2023. 

Don was born on May 11, 1955 in Wausau son of the late Donald Muelver Sr., and Jane (Weber) Muelver. He was a graduate of D.C. Everest High School class of 1973. He attended North Central Technical College. He met Doreen at a softball game and they were later married on July 17, 1982. They made their home in Kronenwetter where they raised their family. He and Doreen fostered 48 children, making a huge impact on their lives, also adopting three children. He retired after 32 years of service from Wausau Window and Wall where he worked as an Engineer. In his spare time Don loved golfing. He was a member of a golf league which met every Tuesday. He loved spending time with his family especially at their cabin in Land O' Lakes where he loved to fish. Don was a big sports fan and especially loved cheering on the Packers and Badgers. He was an active member of Mt. Olive Church where he served on the ushering team. 

He leaves his wife of 40 years Doreen and their three children: John (Bobbi) Voigt, Sarah (Tyler Block) Muelver, and Colton Muelver. Don also leaves two sisters: Sharon (Dale) Zwicky and Debbie Muelver, along with three beloved grandchildren: Maddi Voigt, Hunter Block, and Skylar Block, along with two nephews: Jeff (Megan) Zwicky and Kris Zwicky. He is preceded in death by his in-laws: Bob and Marlene Drews and a brother-in-law, Dale Drews. 

Visitation will be held on Sunday, June 11th  from 4 PM - 7 PM at Mt. Olive Lutheran Church in Weston. Visitation will continue on Monday, June 12th  from 9 AM - 11 AM at Mt. Olive Church with a service to follow at 11 AM. A private family burial will be in Restlawn Memorial Park. Brainard Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.  

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be directed to Mt. Olive Lutheran Church. 

Don's family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to the staff of Aspirus Wausau Hospital for the tender care given to him during his illness.