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Jimmy Price Mueller, age 53, died late Saturday at his home in Humble, Texas from a massive coronary. Jim was born and raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the son of school teacher Annie Laurie Lindsay, and German immigrant Harry Herman Price Mueller. Both of his parents preceded him. He graduated from Highland High School, earned his bachelors degree at the University of New Mexico, and his masters degree from Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania while on fellowship. Jim also earned an EED education degree from Harvard that same year. He was a recognized scholar, historian and author in History. While in Albuquerque Jim was an avid sportsman, playing both high school and college ball, and also a short tour on the professional bowling circuit. After graduating, Jim returned to Albuquerque to teach. He opened Eldorado High School on it's first day, then transferred to Sandia High School as an administrator for eleven years. In 1979 Jim signed on with the Santa Fe Railroad in Amarillo, Texas, following his Dad's long career there and became a third generation railroader. He worked his way up from territory claims agent to Claims Manager for Louisiana and central and south Texas. Jim was recognized by his peers in 1992 and was presented with the Wellman Award for excellence in claims handling at a national level. Jim met his wife, Lin Houghton through the school system in Albuquerque, and began a blissful twenty-two year honeymoon. Their son Carlton Price was born in Albuquerque, and John Lindsay was born in Amarillo, Texas. Jim was a devoted husband and father, and preferred the company of his family above all else. Most of his free time was spent coaching both sons through various athletic programs. He touched many other young lives in the process. He is survived by his wife and two sons, and cousins from the Milam family in Farmington, New Mexico, his mother-in-law, Shari Houghton of San Antonio, Texas, and many brother and sisters-in-law whom were close to him. Additionally, he leaves behind many system-wide colleagues dear to him, friends from many walks of life and a job that he was totally committed to 150%. He also leaves a legacy of expertise, integrity, and a commitment to his vocation, living life to the fullest, in which no person was a stranger. Memorial services will be held Thursday, September 3, 1998 at 3:30 p.m. at the Rosewood Funeral Home, 2602 Old Humble Road. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 15186, Austin, Texas 78761-5186.
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