Final Salute

Lynn J. Muir, 98, was born on July 4, 1928, in Clearfield, Utah, and passed away peacefully at home in Dana Point, California, on October 10, 2026.

He is survived by his sons, Gerald Nolan Muir (Loretta) and Lynn J. Muir Jr. (Linda); his daughter, Patricia Ann Owen (Greg); his brother, Alan Muir (Diane); six grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of more than 78 years, Juanita.

Lynn attended, and graduated from, Laguna Beach High School in Laguna Beach, California. During his early high school years in Utah, he met Juanita, who was from Bountiful. They married there on February 22, 1947.

Early in his career, Lynn worked alongside his father in the construction industry while pursuing his architectural license. He earned his license in 1963 and went on to build a successful architectural practice with his son Gerald, also an architect. Lynn retired in 2023.

Lynn proudly served his country as a Navy Seabee, and his community serving on several commissions and advisory boards.

He was a devoted father who enjoyed supporting his children in sports and sharing vacations with them. Lynn and Juanita loved traveling together and visiting many countries. Along the way, he often collected palm seeds, nurturing his lifelong interest in palm trees.

A memorial service will be held on November 14, 2026, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 28291 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677.

Lynn will be flown to Utah for burial beside Juanita on November 21, 2026, at Bountiful City Cemetery, 2224 S. 200 W., Bountiful, Utah.