Diane L. Mueller

Diane L. Mueller, 86, of Delphos, passed away Monday evening, June 15, 2026, at The Meadows of Delphos with her children at her side.

She was born November 17, 1939 in Lima to James and Constance (Burghard) Odenweller who both preceded her in death. On August 19, 1961 she married Joseph A. Mueller who preceded her in death on January 21, 2025.

Diane is survived by her son, Brent (Jean) Mueller of Middle Point; daughters, Elise (Nick) Clark and Leah (Nick) Gordon both of Delphos; grandchildren, Elliot (Samantha) Mueller, Marie Mueller, Anna Mueller, Alex (Shelby) Clark, Eric (Jodie) Clark, Cole Gordon, Bailey (Tom Nguyen) Gordon, and Caitlin Gordon; and great-grandchildren, Ayla, Lainey, Eden, Reagan and Vance Clark. Also surviving are her brothers, Gary (Flo) Odenweller of Plainfield, IL, John (Norene) Odenweller of Perrysburg, David (Elaine) Odenweller of Ottawa, and Steven (Barb) Odenweller of Russells Point; and in-laws, Angela (Jerry) Hohlbein of Ottoville, and Sr. Diane (Anna Marie) Mueller of Tiffin.

She was preceded in death by her sister, Nancy (Ronald) Gerdeman; sister-in-law, Janice (William) Deitering; brother-in-law, Fr. Donald Mueller; and her grandson, Kyle Clark.

Diane was a 1960 graduate of St Rita’s School of Nursing. She spent the majority of her career at the former Delphos Memorial Home. Diane was very passionate about providing quality nursing care to her patients.

She was a devoted member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church. Diane volunteered many hours at the Delphos Interfaith Thrift Shop, the Red Cross Blood Mobile and was an Allen County Board of Elections poll worker.

Diane loved being a homemaker and mother. She was a master chef, gardener and seamstress. In her spare time she appreciated simple pleasures such as reading, puzzles, playing cards and needle point.

Diane found her deepest purpose in her family. Being a grandmother brought her immense joy. She enjoyed hosting family gatherings, especially Christmas Eve and grandchildren summer sleep overs.

Diane is now reunited with her beloved husband, Joe, with whom she shared 63 years of marriage. Their devotion to each other and their family will always be remembered.

A Funeral Mass will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 20 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church. Burial will follow in St. John’s Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. John’s Parish Foundation. Online condolences may be shared at weberfh.net.