Jonathan P Muhl

Bravo Company

1977-1978

Obituary
Stony Creek

Jonathan P. Muhl, 61, of Lanphear Road, passed away peacefully in his sleep Saturday morning, July 4, 2020 at his home.

Born on June 24, 1959 in Queens, NY he was the son of Thomas Muhl and Geraldine (Hiller) Montemorra.  At the age of 10, Jon and his family moved to Pine Plains. He was a graduate of Stissing Mountain High School in Pine Plains, NY.  He later moved to Ancram, NY and settled in Stony Creek in 2002.

He proudly served in the United States Marine Corps from 1976 – 1984.  He attained the rank of Lance Corporal prior to his honorable discharge.

He married Debra Killawee on November 8, 1985 in Millerton, NY.

Jon was a flooring installer and operated JPM Flooring in Stony Creek.

He enjoyed hunting, fishing, riding motorcycles, model building, and was an accomplished competition marksman.

He was a life member of the Marine Corps League Memorial Detachment No. 2, Glens Falls and has served as commandant as well as the rifle and pistol team captain and participated in the League’s Toys for Girls and Boys. He was also a member of the William J. Varney American Legion Post 862, Lake Luzerne and the Lake George American Legion Post 374, the Leathernecks Motorcycle Club, a life member of the NRA, life member of the 1st Marine Recon Battalion Association, and member and past president of the Stony Creek Rod and Gun Club.

Jon was predeceased by a son, Timothy J. Muhl who died on April 6, 2008.

Survivors include his loving wife of 34 years, Debra Muhl; a daughter, Sarah Muhl of Stony Creek; his siblings: Tobi Farley of Hudson, Simone (Jason) Perez of Austin, TX, Michael (Kelly) Montemorra of Kingston; serval nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call Thursday from 5-8 p.m. at Brewer Funeral Home, 24 Church St., Lake Luzerne where the state mandated face coverings and visitor number limitations will be adhered to.

Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Friday at the funeral home again while maintaining the state guidelines.

Burial with military honors will be at Glassbrook Cemetery, Stony Creek.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Jon’s memory may be directed to the Glens Falls Marine Corps League, PO Box 322, Glens Falls, NY 12801.

Jonathan P Muhl

Bravo Company

1977-1978

June 24, 1959 ~ July 4, 2020 (age 61)

Derkatch, Timothy (T.) <tderkat1@ford.com>
3/31/2023 9:19 AM


Passing Of JP Muhl 7/4/2020.


To floyd@weststpaulantiques.com

Email

Floyd,

 

Sorry to report this so late.  Please update that JP Muhl as deceased in the members list:

 

Jon passed away in his sleep 7/4/2020.  We both served together in 1st Recon BN back 77/78.  We stayed in contact since our release from the USMC till his passing.  He will be greatly missed by family and friends.  Jon was also very active with the Marine Corps League Memorial Detachment 2, 3033 State Route 4 Hudson Falls, NY 12839.  See Lynn Stanton’s note and See Jon’s photo below in the center holding a range jacket.  Maybe the photo can be placed on the web with the rest of our dedicated 1st Recon Hero’s/Brothers to honor their service.  Jonathon Totally Loved The Marine Corps!!!    

 

MUHL, JONATHAN P
BRAVO 2ND PLT. 77/78
Bad Email address 9/2019

 

 

From: Lynn Stanton <lwldstanton@yahoo.com>
Sent: Monday, July 13, 2020 4:55 PM
To: bob lake <robert1033@msn.com>; Derkatch, Timothy (T.) <tderkat1@ford.com>
Subject: Fw: Fw:

 

Bob and Tim,

 

I am passing this along again in case I have missed You previously.

 

I regret to inform You both that JP has completed His last mission on this earth, He passed away in His sleep on July 4th zero Dark 30.

 

I know from Our many conversations { He talked I listened } that He has mentioned My name to You both.

 

I am currently engaged in helping Debbie and Sarah with His vast array of all things JP! 

 

I am currently the Adjutant of the Marine Corps League that We both have managed and carried forward from Our WWII Brothers who founded it back in 1946.

 

If You have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact Me at this e-mail address, Home phone 518-696-3406.

 

We will feel the impact of Jons passing for Years to come, He was the prominent force behind the creation of Our Rifle and Pistol team and its current level of success! 

 

It was truly and Honor and a Privilege to have been His friend!

 

Semper FI,

 

Lynn W. Stanton

Thx,

 

Timothy J. Derkatch

Ford Motor Company

Dearborn Stamping Plant

Press Area – PE Predictive Maintenance

313-621-0880 Desk

517-798-9007 Cell

Tderkat1@ford.com

Semper Fi