Fredrik Arthur Muller *64

Fred died Sept. 22, 2024, in Albany, N.Y.

Born Dec. 15, 1934, in Fevik, Norway, he earned a bachelor of science degree at Union College and a Ph.D. in chemistry from Princeton in 1964.

Fred started his professional life at General Electric’s Knolls research and development laboratory. Later he transitioned to academia as an assistant professor at the University of Virginia, where he also operated a flight school. In the 1970s, he joined the family business, Spa City Cycle Center, as vice president, before moving into roles as a researcher for the New York State Department of Health, and as a software consultant for Digital Equipment Corp.

Fred served in the Navy Reserve. An avid aviator, he held several flight certifications, taught flying, and was a member of the Civil Air Patrol. Into his early 80s, he enjoyed driving a school bus for his local school district.

Predeceased by his first wife, Eleanor; son Walter; and daughter Ruth, Fred is survived by his wife, Mary; son John; seven grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren.

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