Jeffrey Mullin
September 01, 2022
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Jeffrey Wayne Mullin of Des Moines, Iowa passed away peacefully on September 1, 2022, at Mercy Medical Center.
Jeff was born in Des Moines, IA to Wayne and Mary Anne (Sample) Mullin on October 16, 1957. He graduated from East High School in 1976. Earned his BA in 2007 and Master's in Education from Grand View University.
Jeff served in the United States Navy for six years in Jacksonville, Florida. He served full-time in the Iowa Air National Guard and retired as Master Sergeant after 18 years of service in 2002. Jeff was the recipient of numerous awards including the John Levitow Award, the highest honor presented to a graduate of Air Force Enlisted Professional Military Education.
After the military, Jeff was a 9th-grade World History teacher at Lincoln RAILS Academy and retired in 2018 from East High School.
Jeff made a friend everywhere he went. From watching live music to karaoke to sharing stories at his favorite East side bars, Jeff was the life of the party. He enjoyed NASCAR, and Chicago Cubs baseball, playing in his band, and playing the harmonica or bass. But his greatest joy was spending time with family and making his grandbabies giggle.
Jeff is survived by his children, Mark (Valerie) Mullin and Amanda (Don) Byers; grandchildren, Arie Mullin, Alec Mullin, Logan Byers, and Gemma Byers; former spouse, Tammy Mullin; siblings, Mike (Mary Alice) Mullin, Vickie (Alan) Swanson, Pat (Laura) Mullin, Chris (David) Swensen, John Mullin, Tim (MaryJo) Mullin; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other loving family members and friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
Celebration of life is to be held on Saturday, September 24, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. at Za-Ga-Zig Shrine, 1100 Shriners Parkway, Altoona, Iowa, 50009.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the family in loving memory of Jeff. Memorial contributions may be done through Venmo: @mark-mullin-4 or @amanda-byers-31 or mailed to Amanda Byers, 3001 SW 29th Street, Des Moines, IA 50321.
Richard Berry
09/14/2022
Jeff my friend will be truly missed by all who came to know him. Jeff over the 30 plus years I knew you never met a stranger. You could and did talk to anyone and everyone this is what made him truly special always found the good in people, work or whatever place you were at. You lived life to the fullest and that is what Ill always remember about you brother! Until our paths cross again rest in peace my friend!
David Farrington
09/10/2022
Dear Family and Friends, Jeff and I worked together in Avionics at the Guard. We had a blast. Work was a lot of fun. While we have drifted apart over the years, the memories did not fade. Jelly Muffin, you will be missed by many.
Patty Starmer
09/10/2022
I was so sad to hear about Jeff's passing. Wendell and I both considered Jeff a good friend. He will be missed greatly. I will keep your family in my prayers.
Lesa
09/08/2022
Jeff you were so many things!! But most importantly you were Humble. A humble boy to a humble grandpa. I know your dancing with your momma right now. No wheelchair needed!! They need you now and we'll all see you later. Your life is a celebration!! But seriously, only you would need the Shriners Hall. Lol.
Ray & Valerie Hendrickson
09/08/2022
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of the Mullin family for the loss of Brother Jeff. He was one of the most upbeat man I have ever met, know matter what was going on with him. The East Side lost one of the best known and respected man that lived there. The area known as Leetownship is Jeff Mullin. Fly high my brother and at Gods speed. You will be missed but never forgotten.
Jim Parham
09/06/2022
My deepest condolences to the Mullin family, and all of the friends he leaves in his wake. I never knew anyone else with as quick a wit and as long a fuse as Jeff. He truly was a patient, funny, and compassionate man, dedicated to his family and his country. The world is a lesser place without his wit and his smile. You will be sorely missed, Muffy! May you Rest in Peace, Jeff.
David Allen
09/06/2022
My condolences to all of Jeffs family and friends. Jeff was a fantastic Man and a good friend to all. RIP Jeff weve all lost a fantastic friend 🙏
Al Cole
09/06/2022
Jeffs family and friends.
Heres what I know. Jeff loved his family and his country. Which he served with honor. Enjoyed his friends immensely. Worked hard, played harder. Had the gift to stand up and orate. Most of the time off the cuff. The last thing.I found out probably during a guard deployment over one or two beers was we shared the same date of birth 16 October. Jeff being a 57 model and I from 53. I say this to my birth date sharing friend and brother in arms. Rest In Peace.
Johnathan Colton
09/06/2022
My condolences to the Mullin Family. Jeff was a unique individual that I got the pleasure to know. Never had a bad conversation with him he always made my day better. I'm going to miss him and his stories. I always looked forward to seeing him. He was a great guy who definitely will be missed.
Col. Steve Van Every
09/06/2022
My Condolences to the Mullen family. Jeff was a unique individual who I worked with for many years at the Air National Guard. I loved talking issues with him, and he was an honored member of the On and On Club! He will be greatly missed.
Jeff and Kathy VerSteegh
09/05/2022
RIP Jeff. You helped steer my career from US Postal Service to full time at the Iowa Air National Guard, I believe being your first hire as the Shop Chief. You have always been one of the funniest people Kathy and I knew. As a fellow Navy Vet, East Sider, NASCAR/Race Bus fan, Cubs Fan, Hawkeye fan... You will be missed Brother!
Kenny Hutcheson
09/05/2022
Dear Family & Friends, Please accept my condolences for your loss for a time while Jeff re-orientates himself with friends, family, and our Savior, The Lord Jesus Christ in our Heavenly Home, where our natural eyes can not see, as has been recorded in The Holy Scriptures. Jeff has a good spirit, of that I have no doubts about for I got to know him that well as we worked together to get our aircraft and the folks who tended them to their various assignments at the 132ND TFW for 20+ years. We also had a bond because of the roles that all sailors share. Jeff was an aircraft carrier sailor and I a submariner sailor. Two roles with the same purpose, "To protect and defend The Constitution of The United States of America against "all" enemies both foreign and domestic." I know Jeff's mortal pain has ended having been freed of his limits of mortality,,,,,,,,the best is yet to be bestowed upon you shipmate.....may you and I join honorably in that last great battle between Good & Evil, with Love & Honor, in the name of Jesus Christ, amen. Hutch.
Dwight
09/05/2022
He always had a rare quality many don't have. That being making you feel good. Great Guy
Craig Tideback
09/05/2022
RIP Jeff, fellow Eagles fan probably 5 times with our eagles clan, Jim Short, Baileys, Stradley, sedalia $6.... KC, ISF, Uni dome SD, to colorfully decorating Tracys Car on his wedding with suggestive but hilarious remarks ( to us anyway ) remembering all the fun times ! Salute and thank you for serving USA
Kendra Knapp (Kurth)
09/05/2022
Jeff was a grad school classmate of mine back in 2015so many fond memories I cant even count. It breaks my heart to know hes gone, but puts me at ease knowing he is at peace. Thoughts and prayers to all of Jeffs family and friends. Rest In Peace dear friend.