Russell Muegge Obituary Russell Richard Muegge, 76, of Hamilton, passed away Sunday, January 12, 2025, at the Montrose Healthcare Center in Montrose, Iowa at 2:20 PM. Russell was born February 28, 1948, the son of Floyd and Dorothy (Hess) Muegge in Keokuk, Iowa. He attended Hamilton High School graduating in 1967. He was united in marriage to Carolyn Massey at the First Christian Church in Hamilton in 1972. She survives. Russell had worked for Heat-I-Later, Conagra and the Nauvoo Cheese Factory. He enjoyed gardening and his Shih Tzu dogs. Russell is survived by his wife, Carolyn of Montrose; children, Tausha Higgins, of Coralville, Iowa and Ryan (Courtney) Muegge of Blandinsville, Illinois; granddaughter, Emmilynn Muegge; a sister, Velma (Bob) Fondereli of Cherry, Illinois and Floyd (Elane) Muegge of Quincy. He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Harold "Pete", Wayne and Jerry Muegge; and a nephew, Michael Fondereli. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at Printy Funeral Home in Hamilton at 12:00 PM. Family will meet friends from 10:00 AM until time of services at 12:00 at the funeral home in Hamilton. Memorials may be directed to Hearts of Hancock Humane Society or any no kill shelter in Lee or Hancock Counties. Printy Funeral Home of Hamilton is in charge of arrangements. Services Visitation Saturday January 18, 2025 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Printy Funeral Home 720 Main Street Hamilton, IL 62341 Memorial Service Saturday January 18, 2025 12:00 PM Printy Funeral Home 720 Main Street Hamilton, IL 62341