Willard Muhlbeier, age 91, of Bellingham, passed away at home on Sunday, November 12, 2017. Willard was born on November 7, 1926 to Andrew and Ida Muhlbeier, in Bowdon, North Dakota. Andrew and Ida moved their family of six children to Sedro-Woolley in the 1930’s, where they resided on Ferry Street in the home that remained in the family until 2015. Willard married Carlene Marjorie Harrison on September 9, 1954, and they made their home in Darrington (1954-1966), in Beaumont, Mississippi (1966-1976), and Bellingham. He served in the Army during WWII, and was among the first U.S. military to land in Japan after the bombings of August, 1945. He spent his entire career in the plywood industry, beginning with Mt. Baker Plywood and ending his career there as the manager. Willard and Carlene were avid golfers and were associated with Lake Padden Golf Course for many years.
Willard is survived by his daughter, Barbara Muhlbeier; son, Richard Muhlbeier (Joyce); daughter, Sandra Muhlbeier; granddaughter, Kimberly McGee (Matthew); and great-grandsons, Wade and Casen McGee.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Andrew and Ida; sister, Marion (Al) Holt; brothers, John, Arthur (Norrine) and Calvin; sister, Doris (Valentine) Welman and Carlene, his wife of 61 years.
Arrangements are under the care of Lemley Chapel, Sedro-Woolley.
We are so sorry for your loss. We, sadly know how you feel. I miss our family everyday. Especially when I’m getting ready for a hunting or fishing trip. Memories of every holiday and sometimes just an old story of him and his siblings. Great picture of your dad, that smile and his mischievous laugh we will never forget.