A Tribute to Myron Mullett

Myron Mullett was a unique individual. He was the kindest, gentlest, most generous and compassionate man I ever knew. There are a thousand stories about Myron and they all have a similar tone. I’d like to tell my quick story so that those who weren’t fortunate enough to know him personally can understand why there is such an outpouring of love and such sorrow at his premature passing.
I moved to Custer County in 1995, and had a house built in the Rosita area. Myron installed the septic system and some of the foundation work. I had made a strong point about not wanting ANY trees removed or destroyed during the construction. One night I received this phone call. “Mr. Hess, my name is Myron Mullett. I’m sorry to inform you that while installing your leach field I had to knock two of your trees down. I know you didn’t want that to happen and I’m very sorry but there wasn’t any other way. But I wanted to tell you how bad I feel about it and apologize.” Well, I was stunned. Not about the trees but about the kind of man who would make such a call. Not many would have done that. I knew immediately I wanted to meet him. We quickly became friends, then golf partners and eventually business partners. I believe I was Myron’s best friend. Just like hundreds of other guys believe that too because that’s how Myron made you feel. He made you feel special. He made everyone feel special.
It’s hard to understand why the Good Lord sometimes takes such good people like Myron so early. But some of us know that God has a plan, and that we don’t always understand that plan and that we just need to trust that plan. I am comforted only in knowing that Myron is now in the protective care of Jesus. And that lets me accept this untimely loss that I feel.
Myron had a wonderful way of inspiring all who he came in contact with. He was a man of actions, not words. He was humble, forgiving and polite to everyone. I could never begin to measure up to his standards, but I know just being around him made me a better person. He made all of us better by just being around him. He was such a good role model. He was a great Christian, son, husband, father, patriot, mentor and friend, devoted to and so proud of his wonderful family. He deserved every word that we heard at his eulogy last Monday.
I look forward to renewing my “friendship” one day with men like Chet and Forrest Gompf and Myron in a much better place than this fallen world. That promise is what makes the loss of a loving man like Myron Mullett bearable. Rest in Peace my good friend. I love you.
— Mike Hess

Editor Note:  Family put together a video tribute that can be seen on YouTube.  Click here.