Brady Muelken
Posted By Ballard Sunder Funeral Home On October 15, 2016 @ 9:30 am In 2016,Obituaries | 57 Comments
Brady John Muelken, of Austin (formerly of Prior Lake), passed away on Friday, October 14, 2016 at the age of 31. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 18, 2016 from 4:00 – 7:00 PM at Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church in Prior Lake. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 11:00 AM with visitation one-hour prior at Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church in Prior Lake. Reverend Dan Poffenberger will preside.
On April 11, 1985, Julie and Dave Muelken welcomed their son, Brady, into the world. Brady was the oldest child and soon became a big brother to Ben. From the start, Brady and Ben had a special relationship. They were always together. They loved playing outside and spent hours together in their giant sandbox.
When Brady was a young boy, he learned to hunt and fish. He was only a year old when his dad took him hunting for the first time. It must have made an impression on young Brady, because he loved to hunting from that point on. Dave, Brady and Ben took many memorable hunting a fishing trips throughout the years.
The Muelken family took many wonderful vacations together. They traveled to Mexico, Florida, Canada and the Dominican Republic. Their most memorable trip was to Costa Rica. They rode horses, went zip-lining and 4-wheeling. This was the perfect trip for Brady, because he loved adventure.
Brady attended Prior Lake public schools where he made many wonderful friends. He played football, basketball and baseball in middle school, and continued to play football into high school. Brady also played the saxophone in the high school band so he could go on the band trip to France. Brady graduated from Prior Lake High School in 2003.
He then moved up to Duluth to attend UMD. Brady studied business and economics. He earned his bachelor’s degree and began working as a financial analyst. Brady quickly learned that this was not the career for him. Brady needed a desk with a windshield. He had always taken an interest in his dad’s work, so Brady went back to school at Rochester Community Technical College and completed his law enforcement degree. It was clear that Brady had it in his DNA. He was born to serve and protect.
After graduating from RCTC, Brady moved to Austin when he got a job as a correctional officer at the Mower County Jail. He was quickly promoted to sergeant, and was making a name for himself within the department. After a few years, Brady was given the opportunity to join the Mower County Sheriff’s Office as a Sheriff’s Deputy. He loved this job and all of the talented officers he worked with.
The deputy that trained Brady in decided to set him up on a blind date. Brady and Emily met for drinks at a local bar, and they hit it off immediately. They truly had a special relationship. Brady opened his heart to Emily, and she brought out a wonderful side of him. Brady and Emily spent the last three years together and were building a wonderful life. They bought a beautiful piece of land and were fixing it up together. They put so much work into The Property and had big plans for its future. Brady always intended for it to be a sanctuary for wildlife. Emily and Brady often spent evenings walking along the tree line they planted and talking about their plans for The Property and their future together.
Sadly, Brady didn’t get to fulfill all of his dreams. The afternoon of Friday, October 14, 2016 Emily came home to find that Brady had passed away unexpectedly. Brady was a strong, loyal and passionate man. He was also gentle, caring and led a fearless life of service. He had so many wonderful things in his future.
Brady will be forever remembered in the hearts of his parents, Julie & Dave Muelken; brother, Benjamin Muelken; loving partner, Emily Wermager; aunts and uncles, Michael (Kimberly) Holden, David (Ellen) Holden, Bradley (Cindi) Muelken, Gregory (Susan) Muelken, Michelle (Patrick) Roach; many cousins; law enforcement family; other loving relatives and many friends. Brady was greeted in Heaven by his grandparents, John & Marjorie Holden, Gerald & Lael Muelken; uncle, Joseph Muelken.
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Thank you for taking such good care of Brady and Emily. Words can never express our gratitude.
My deepest sympathy to Brady’s family. He will be missed by many in the community. He was a great guy, great partner and friend. He had a heart of gold.
Deputy, Ryan Norton
MCSO/5020
From miles away my heart is breaking for you. Prayers to you and your family. Words just aren’t enough.
He was a great guy! My thoughts and prayers for his family and loved ones. I occasionally worked at the jail (back up nurse) and always felt relieved when he was one of the guys on that shift .I was never worried or fearful when he was on duty – I felt protected.
Words can’t describe how deeply saddened we all are from the loss of Brady. He was the most amazing man, so hardworking and kind. He was the perfect role model for Connor and he showed Emily the greatest kind of love. Brady will be so missed.
My deepest sympathy to Brady’s family. His beautiful soul will be so missed by everyone that new him. Soar high my friend.
Donna Classon
Mower County Jail
Dear Dave and Julie,
Our hearts are broken and we can barely stand the pain, so we can only imagine what you are going through..
We are Emily’s grandparents and thought the world of Brady. Truly the man of Emily’s dreams and I believe he thought the same of her. Brady’s presence in our family will be greatly missed. Everyone loved Brady.
Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. John 14:27
Brady will be missed dearly by his brothers and sisters in uniform. He was truly a great guy and this breaks my heart. I want to express my sympathy to Emily and Brady’s family. God Bless his soul.
Jason Bresser
MCSO #5015
Dear Sweet Emily,
We hope you find some measure of peace and comfort in the next few days, months, whatever it takes. You are grieving deeply for someone you loved deeply.
The entire family is surrounding you with love and support and that will always be there for you.
We loved Brady and we love you.
If I could do something to make this better or even tolerable, I would do it in a heartbeat.
Everyone loved Brady and Emily and still do.
Love you, Miss Emily
Brady was a great Deputy but an even better man. We all lost something special last Friday and our hearts are broken. I feel terrible for Brady’s family and my sister in law Emily Wermager. Brady will be remembered as the kind, gentle, fun loving guy that he was. We will push on, we will keep fighting, but right now we are in mourning. God speed Brady, we love you!
Evan, Nicole, and Ava
Julie, Dave and Ben –
We are so sorry to hear about Brady. My heart breaks for what you are going through. I will always remember Brady and Cory in kindergarten together and some of the stories. May God wrap his arms around you during this difficult and sad time. Our condolences to all of you.
Lynn, Michael and Cory
My deepest condolences to all of brady’s family and the members of the mower county sheriffs department. I pray for peace and comfort for all of you.
We were so sad to hear of Brady’s passing. We remember him being such a nice young man. Our prayers are with you and your family.
My deepest sympathy to Brady’s family. I have no words for such loss! His beautiful soul and smile will be missed. Brady was a great person and it was such a pleasure to know and work with him.
D.D. Shannon Norton
Mower County Jail
Julie & Dave,
I am so sorry to hear this news. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
I remember Brady all the way back to his Christian education at SOLLC faith community. What a fine man he grew to become. We give thanks for his service and hold all of you who love him in prayer and support.
Julie, Dave and family, We are so saddened by the news of Brady’s passing. Our hearts hurt for you all, we have you all in our thoughts and prayers! I will always remember watching Brady through the boys sporting events in high school and saw such an amazing young man in all he did! I am sure that he had continued being that amazing person in all aspects of his life and will be deeply missed by so many that surrounded him in life . He is surely in the loving arms of our dear Lord, our deepest sympathies to you. Deb, Deron, Chris and Erik Stamp
Thoughts & prayers to Deputy Muelken’s loved ones, friends & entire Mower County Sheriff Dept. “When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure.” Treasure those memories & may the happy memories you shared carry you thru the tough times.
Sara Meyer-Westphal
Grand Meadow Officer Jason Meyer’s widow
I will always remember working the streets with Brady. He always had a smile and loves life to the fullest. I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Ross Johnson
Our heart aches for his Family, Friends, & Fellow Officers. Please know that you have a huge Support System. You will never be alone. You will always have your LEO Family. It is not easy but with time you will heal.
Henry & Wendy Trumpold
Family of OCSO Deputy Jack Werner
5-17-77
Many thoughts and prayers are with the Muelken family, Emily and all of Brady’s friends/family (blood and blue) during this time of great sadness and loss. Brady was such a gentle giant. He always had such a genuine smile on his face and his laugh is something we can still hear. I’m going to miss his presence at work (as I know many others will as well). He’s truly going to be missed! I want to thank Brady for all the memories he’s left us with, they will forever be cherished. Goodbyes are not forever…Goodbyes are not the end. They simply mean I’ll miss you….Until we meet again!
Jessica Tollefson
MCSO Dispatcher
My deepest sympathy to all of Brady’s family. He was a caring and wonderful individual and it was an honor to have served with him on the Adams Ambulance. He will be sorely missed.
My heart aches for your entire family. Brady was an amazing person who I feel blessed to have known for many years. Your family is very close and you will find the necessary strength to get through this extremely difficult time. My deepest thoughts and prayers are with all of the family, especially Dave, Julie, Ben and Emily.
I will be praying for you and your family buddy! We had many battles on the football field in practice and they always ended in a hug or a hand shake. You always had great intentions and a maturity well beyond your years. It was a pleasure knowing you and I’m so sorry it had to end so soon. God has a plan and obviously needed you up there. It’s times like these that we all take a look at our own lives and focus on bettering ourselves. You led a great life in your short time here and touched a lot of lives. God bless and we’ll see you soon my friend!
We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Brady. There are no words we can say to ease your pain but may you find some comfort in knowing prayers are being sent your way. We wish we could be there to offer our hugs and hold you for a little while. May your days ahead be filled with cherished memories of the wonderful son you brought into this world.
My thoughts and prayers are will all that knew and had the pleasure of having Brady in our lives. Such a caring, kind man, yet a great protector. He is greatly missed. Im thankful for the years at the jail I had with him. Will forever treasure those times! God Speed, Brady.
CO Mower County Jail
Andrea Miller
My deepest sympathy goes out to Brady’s family and Emily, Brady was an incredible person. He was always smiling and good spirits. We will miss him dearly. Thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Amanda Meyeraan
Mower County Jail Sergeant
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Emily, Brady’s family and our law enforcement family at Mower County. We were very sorry to hear about his passing. Thank you Deputy Muelken for your service and dedication to Mower County.
Sheriff Scott Rose
Dodge County Sheriff’s Office
Our thoughts and prayers go you to your family. No one can understand the hurt of losing a child. My heart aches for your entire family. Brady was an amazing man, gone too soon. Please take the time you need to heal, and find peace in the memories you have with Brady.
I will never forget Brady. He was an awesome human being and a blessing to everyone who knew him. I loved working with Brady. I cherished his friendship and will remember his smile for the rest of my life.
Sending many thoughts and prayers to the Muelken family, Emily, his law enforcement family, and his many friends and loved ones. Brady was such a gentle soul; kind, caring and extremely dedicated to his oath to protect and serve. The loss felt by Mower County cannot be put into words. He will be greatly missed by our department, along with our whole community. May the Lord wrap his love around your family during this extremely difficult time.
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the Children of God.” – Matthew 5:9
Briea Leif
MCSO Dispatcher
Rest easy. We’ll take it from here.
Shakopee #29
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Muelken family, Emily, and Brady’s LE family in Mower County. Brady made the world a better place, and I will forever be grateful for having the honor of getting to know Brady throughout the years as he entered his LE vocation. You will deeply be missed brother. Gone, but never forgotten. May those who have also been blessed by Brady find peace in the many wonderful memories.
Kyle and Jessica Klapperick
Dave, Julie and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Words cannot express. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. My most sincere condolences.
Angela Campbell
Busse Student Transportation
Dave, Julie and Ben
I am so sorry to hear about Brady. Your family is lifted up in prayers. God bless each of you in the next few days ahead. Sorry about your loss.
Dave, Julie, & Ben,
I got a chance to talk with Ben today. It broke my heart. I am so sorry for your loss. I know these times are hard, but do know that Brady has had such a positive impact on so many lives. He always was so kind and was a loyal friend. I am going to miss him so much. We had so many great times together growing up. You guys were like a second family to me and I can’t thank you enough for everything you’ve done for us over the years.
The thing I’ll miss most about Brady is how he could make anyone smile. He would always be the energy in the room and would bring people together. Being that we both came to UMD together from Prior Lake, it was awesome to have friend from high school to navigate college life together. Then Brady and I became roommate in college and became even closer. He was such a great guy and was always there for me.
Again, I’m sorry for your loss. We are all hurting with you and will be here for you if you need anything. My parents Ron and Marlys, sister Kelli and my wife Brittany send our regards.
-Chris Fleck
Dave and Julie,
My heart aches for you right now. I have such fond memories of Brady as a sweet little boy I loved to babysit. I wish you peace during this difficult time.
Love,
Rachel (Klotz) Henkels
Julie, Dave, Ben and all of the Muelken family,
Shocked is not even close to how I felt when I heard the news. Even though I have been gone from the PD for a number of years, I cherish the memories of watching my partners kids grow up. Brady was a awesome kid and turned into a fine young man. Good memories of goose hunting with him and Dave. Very sorry I can’t make it to the visitation tomorrow night. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Dave and Julie,
My heart breaks for your loss. I remember Brady from high school! I didn’t realize he pursued a career in Law Enforcement. As a dispatcher, I am so proud of what my cousin (though distant) accomplished. Dave, it was just a year ago that you comforted my family in a time of grief. I am praying for that same peace and comfort for you and your family right now.
Love,
Ashlee Sames (Gene & Suzy Muelken’s granddaughter)
Dave and Julie,
I can’t even imagine the pain you and your whole family must be experiencing now. To lose a child is something no one ever imagines they will have to deal with. My prayers are with you and hope that the good memories you have of your boy, Brady, will help you during these darkest hours.
Muelken Family & MCSO,
I am so sorry for the sudden loss of this fine young man. I remember how eager and respectful Brady was during my contact with him at the P.D. God bless you during this difficult time.
Scott Gordon
Dave, Julie & Ben
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time and in the days ahead.
Dave, Julie, Ben;
Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
Michael, Joanna, and Krystal Muelken
To the family of Brady Muelken,
I am so sorry to hear about Brady, You are in my thoughts and prayers. Deepest condolences.
Dr. Cindy Shepard
Julie, Dave & Ben,
Words cannot express how much our hearts go out to you during this difficult time. Sending love, peace and our deepest sympathies.
Cindy Casterton fka Korkowski
To Brady’s parents; Uncle Greg, Aunt Susan, cousins Alyssa and Morgan; Mower County Sheriff Amazi and Jail Administrator Bob Roche:
I am so sorry to hear of this unexpected loss to your family and your Office. I send my thought and prayers both personally to Greg and Susan and the girls, as well as professionally to Sheriff Amazi and Bob. I cannot imagine the heartache you are feeling now. Find comfort in the fond memories you have of Brady. It is apparent that he made an awesome impact on so many people in his short life.
Tracy Dotas (Gene, Jillian and Mitchell)
Carver County Assistant Jail Administrator
Dave; Julie and Ben
So many wonderful words already spoken by others. Brady grew into quite a man. This is every parents worst nightmare!!! We are so, so sorry. Know that we are thinking about you guys and sending prayers.
So so sorry to hear of this tragedy and your loss. Our hearts go out to you and your family Cpt Dave. Our deepest condolences!
Tim and Beverly
P. S. we’re in Poland so we will miss the service.
I am so sorry for your loss. Your son sounds like a wonderful son, a son that you can be proud of. You are in my prayers. Best Wishes for the family.
So so sorry for your loss! Our hearts are with you and forward our warm and most sincere condolences. We are in Poland so will will unfortunately miss the final ceremony. God bless my friends.
Dear Julie, Dave and Ben – and Holden and Muelken families,
I’ve been so sorry about the so-sudden loss of your Brady, and have had you in my thoughts for the last few days. Reading through these condolences it’s so clear what a genuine and kind person he grew up to be and how much he will be missed by so many in his community and workplace, as well as his friends, family, and partner, Emily. In your heartache, I hope you find strength and peace in all the love that surrounds you – near and far. I wish I could be there.
Much love,
Jeanne Tremel
Jack and I are so terribly sorry for your loss. ..we know the horrible sadness.n..and Dave you were so very kind to our Family with the Deaths of Jacks Brothers, Gene, Frank and Sister in law Suzy Muelken….you made it bearable…Thank You!! Know that You and your Famuly are in our Prayers..
We are so sorry to learn of this crushing loss. Lifting your family up in prayer that Almighty God will comfort you & give you peace, strength and sustaining Love.
Your Timberglade neighbors,
Forrest, Tamara, Mason & Daron Green
Brady was the the kindest, quiet, yet influential person I’ve had the fortune of knowing. Growing up with him in my adopted raspberry ridge neighborhood prepared many of us to face life’s challenges with a sense of comradery that is rare in today’s world. My heart is broken now, but recalling my favorite memories with Brady will remind me his smile and encouraging nature will be carried on by his family and friends. I am so sorry for your loss Dave, Julie, Ben and Emily
Brady was a responsible, diligent student. He was always so kind and had many friends. It was a pleasure having him in class. So sorry for your loss.
Sandy Carlton-Krueger (Third grade teacher)
Dave, Julie and Ben,
We are sad to hear of your loss. Our heart hurts for you at this time and going forward. I hope in the future, the special memories you had with Brady will bring you a smile and peace.
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Mower County lost a kind, caring and big hearted deputy yesterday. He will be happily remembered and sadly missed! My condolences to Emily and your family.
Sheriff Terese Amazi