Ivan Jay Muehling

Ivan “Jay” Muehling, 76, of Sheldon, Illinois, passed away at Ascension St. Mary’s Hospital, surrounded by his loved ones on Tuesday, August 15, 2023. Jay was a dedicated father to his two sons, Charles (Laura) and David (Alexandria) Muehling; as well as a loving “Papa Jay” to Kamryn and Maddox. He is also survived by a sister, Donna Brougher. He is preceded in his death by his parents, Carl and Beulah Muehling. He was born December 7, 1946, the son of Carl and Beulah (Kaiser) Muehling. Jay served in the United States Navy and was stationed in Texas, where he became a Green Bay Packer fan to spite the Dallas Cowboy fans. He enjoyed fishing, shooting squirrels, spoiling his dogs, and drinking his jugs of whiskey. Some would describe him as cantankerous; others would say he was softhearted. He was known as the guy with the nice car and a hardworking man. He retired from Azzarelli Construction where he worked as a union laborer for 16 years. A Celebration of Life has been postponed due to unforeseen events. Memorials may be made to the wishes of the family.