Sally Ann Mueller

Sally Ann Mueller, 80, of Terre Haute passed away peacefully on Monday, April 1, 2024 in her residence with family by her side.  She was born July 8, 1943 in Spencer, WI to Dale O. Driscoll and Ruth Marie Schultz Driscoll.

Survivors include her husband, Jerome R. Mueller whom she married February 6, 1965; daughters, Holli M. Rudolph (Tom) and Heidi M. Dougherty (Brian); grandchildren, Emily Dougherty, Samantha Dougherty, Hannah Rudolph, and Jake Rudolph; half-sisters, Jackie Nelson (Lee), and Debbie Driscoll; step-sister, Janice Brandl (Guy); brothers-in-law, Donald Mueller, Dewaine Mueller, Roy Mueller (Barbara), and Ronald Mueller (Kathy); and sister-in-law, Maxine Maurer. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ruth Driscoll and Dale Driscoll; step-sister, Connie Koehler; brother, James Driscoll; sisters-in-law, Lorita Driscoll; Ginny Mueller, Mazie Mueller; and brother-in-law, Jack Maurer.

She was a graduate of Spencer High School in Wisconsin where she participated in band and was a drum majorette.

Sally had worked in accounting at the National Bank of Detroit, Overland Park National Bank, First Financial Corporation, and the Terre Haute Bowling Center. She decided in her late 40’s that she wanted to be a Nurse. She completed her Nursing Degree from Indiana State University all the while working a full-time job. Then she began her career as an RN at Union Hospital and also Health Care Excel, Inc. Sally was an active member of Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church where she was a member of the Choir, Ladies’ Altar Guild, and volunteered at numerous other church activities sharing her cooking, baking and artistic talents. She loved to read and participated in book clubs. She was a gifted gardener and maintained beautiful flower beds. On a warm day she could always be found outside tending to her flowers. She was an avid tennis player and her advice to “hit the ball where your opponent isn’t” is still being repeated on the courts today. She had a large circle of friends and a very busy social schedule. Her greatest pride was her grandchildren Jake, Samantha, Emily and Hannah. Her favorite activity was leading her grandchildren in craft projects of all kinds. Sally loved all animals, especially cats. In particular, she loved black cats and had a black cat by her side throughout her life.

The family is forever grateful to Sally’s Personal Caregiver Donna, who cared for her with love and dedication and profoundly enhanced Sally’s life during her final months. The family expresses sincere appreciation for the outstanding care given by Gentiva Hospice, especially Braylin (RN), Jackie (Nurse Aide), and Chris (Chaplain), as their kindness and compassionate care has been the ultimate blessing. They would also like to give a special thanks Pastor Cockran for his gracious and devoted support. His visits to Sally’s home for prayer, communion and spiritual reflection brought peace to her life.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, April 10, 2024 in Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church, 645 Poplar Street, Terre Haute, IN with Reverend Kurt Cockran officiating.  Visitation will be from 5:00 – 8:00 P.M. on Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at Callahan & Hughes Funeral Home, 605 S. 25th Street and one hour prior to services on Wednesday at the church.  Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Gentiva Hospice, 4122 S. 7th Street, Terre Haute, IN  47802