Priscilla “Pam” Mueth Reyhan, 94, of Naples, FL, passed away on Thursday, June 26, 2025. Born March 15, 1931, in Dearborn, MI, Pam was the daughter of John and Ida Pearl (Murrish) Mueth, Jr., of Springfield, IL.
She was most proud of her family and is survived by her seven children. Four daughters, Tara (Michael) McVary of Springfield, IL; Karen (Steven) Mandell of Glencoe, IL; Pamela (Robert) Pankauskas of Wilmette, IL; and Sandra Reyhan of Menlo Park, CA; and three sons, John (Karen) Reyhan of Atlanta, GA; Allan (Dawn) Reyhan Jr. of Springfield, IL; and Matthew (Elizabeth) Reyhan of Springfield, IL. She is also survived by 13 grandchildren — Barrett (Jessica) McVary, Micaela (Steven Larsen) McVary, Zachary Mandell, Olivia Mandell, Mason Mandell, Audrey Pankauskas, Ava Pankauskas, Paige (Matthew) Kaps, Madelyn (fiancé, Matthew Semple) Reyhan, Franklin Reyhan, Allan “Jack” Reyhan III, Wilson Reyhan, Elena Reyhan, and six great-grandchildren.
As a contractor’s daughter, Pam was a natural creator and builder. Her focus was always on strengthening family traditions and creating lasting memories to pass from one generation to the next. Pam’s legendary Thanksgiving feast, which has grown to include more than 50 family members, stands as a testament to her dedication to fostering a strong, connected family — an annual tradition that will continue in her honor.
Professionally, Pam began her career as a schoolteacher and later became an avid investor with a sharp mind and steady hand. She approached her work with quiet confidence and thoughtful strategy.
At home, Pam was the heart of the household — creating a space filled with warmth, connection, and a deep sense of family tradition. Her strength, grace, and style defined how she lived and enriched the lives of everyone around her. Guided by her adventurous spirit, Pam filled her passport with stamps from all corners of the world, most often with her children or grandchildren by her side.
A lifelong patron of the arts, Pam found deep joy in the symphony and performances at the Hoogland Center for the Arts and Sangamon Auditorium. She also supported Artis–Naples in Naples, FL, where she spent cherished time in her later years. Pam was a member of St. William Catholic Church in Naples, FL, and a lifelong member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. She attended grade school at Blessed Sacrament in Springfield, IL, high school at Villa Duchesne in St. Louis, MO, and college at the University of Arizona in Tucson, AZ.
Family services will be private, including burial at Calvary Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln – John Mueth, Jr. Fund. Her commitment to family will remain a lasting legacy and provide a roadmap for future generations.
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