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Joseph Mulligan Obituary

Of Brighton, April 2, 2008. Beloved husband of Ann Marie (Wasilauskas). Devoted father of Richard A., Joseph I., III and his wife Susan both of Brighton, and Mark G. and his wife Nancy of Roslindale. Devoted son of the late Louise (O'Callaghan) and Joseph I. Mulligan Sr. of West Roxbury. Loving grandfather of Margaret, Xavier, Finn and Niamh. Brother of Jane Roecklein and her husband Marvin of Orleans, Robert A. and his wife Tina of Wellesley, Gerald T. and his wife Lyn of Andover and Joan M. of Narraganset, RI. Also survived by two nieces and four nephews. Licensing Commissioner City of Boston, former Corporation Counsel City of Boston, past President of the International Institute of Municipal Law Officers, partner in Law Firm Reed & Mulligan, former Suffolk County Assistant District Attorney, Veteran US Navy, former member State Ethics Commission, past president Charitable Irish Society, late Knight of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre, former Trustee of the Roxbury Latin School and St Margaret's Hospital, member of the Catholic Lawyers Guild. Graduate of the Roxbury Latin School, College of the Holy Cross and Suffolk University Law School. Funeral from the Lehman & Reen Funeral Home, 63 Chestnut Hill Ave. (Nr. Brighton Courthouse) BRIGHTON Saturday at 9 AM. Funeral Mass in St. Ignatius Church, 28 Commonwealth Ave., Chestnut Hill at 10 AM. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend. Visiting hours Thursday 4-8 PM and Friday 2-4 & 6-9 PM. Interment St Joseph Cemetery, West Roxbury. In lieu of flowers donations in memory of Joseph may be made to Massachusetts Citizens for Life, Schrafft Center, 529 Main Street, Suite 206, Boston, MA 02129 www.masscitizensforlife.org/ or Harold Solomon, MD Lectureship Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, 330 Brookline Ave., Boston, MA 02215. Funeral Home handicapped accessible. For directions and guest book visit www.lehmanreen.com Lehman & Reen Funeral Home Brighton617-782-1000

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Published by Boston Globe on Apr. 3, 2008.

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Cora Potts O'Rourke

April 29, 2008

Cora (Potts) O'Rourke, Padraig O'Rourke and Sorcha & Lia O'Rourke


Dearest Anne and Family we were so sorry to hear of Joe's death our thoughts and prayers are with you. He will remain in our thoughts forever.

Cora Potts O'Rourke

April 29, 2008

Cora (Potts) O'Rourke, Padraig O'Rourke and Sorcha & Lia O'Rourke

margaret

April 9, 2008

to papa:
i love you so much and you will always be in my heart.i was sad to let you go but i know you are watching over all of us.
your loving grandaughter,
margaret

Paul Finnegan

April 7, 2008

To the Mulligan Family: I have just learned of Joe's death; and, on behalf of all the West Roxbury Finnegans, offer our most sincere condolences to a wonderful family on the loss of a great guy. The Mulligan legend continues, but with the flag at half mast. God bless you all.

Peter Lyons

April 3, 2008

We have lost a stalwart of the City of Boston . Joe's keen legal capabilities , his compassion & sense of humor will leave a tremendous void in the legal community .I will cherish our golfing ventures & lunches @ Tammies (now the Green Dragon ) & his infectious laugh . God Bless Joseph & my sincerest condolences to his beloved family . Joe was so proud of you all & you were always his driving force .

Maura Hennigan

April 3, 2008

My deepest expression of sympathy to the entire Mulligan family. I have had the priviledge of knowing Joe for many years. His extraordinary service to the residents of the City of Boston will always be remembered. I will miss his friendship.

Julie Molloy

April 3, 2008

Dear Mulligan Family:

Joe was a wonderful, intelligent, compassionate man, who also had a great sense of humor. My deepest condolences to you all, who certainly are suffering a great loss. His loss is Heavn's gain,

Much love,

Bob Consalvo

April 3, 2008

Dear Mulligan family:
I am sorry to learn of Joe's passing. I worked with him in city government and saw first hand his dedication to the law and compassion for people. Please accept my sympathy for your loss. Unfortunately, I'm out of town and won't be able to attend the services. But, Joe will be in my prayers.

Nancy Mickiewicz

April 3, 2008

To the Mulligan family

I'm so sorry for your loss.

Joe was a great person as I'm sure you know. The office certainly won't be the same with out him. He was always a bright spot in any day.

Julie Molloy

April 3, 2008

Dear Mulligan Family:

My deepest condolences over the loss of your beloved Father, Grandfather, Husban and Brother. He was a wonderful, intelligent and caring man with a wonderful sense of humor and justice.

He will be sorely missed by all, Much love --

Richard Clayman

April 3, 2008

my sincere condolences; Joe was kind and warm to me for over 35 years; I have many wonderful stories....My love to all the Family--Richy Clayman from Chelsea

Marie Zollo

April 3, 2008

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

ruth scully hall

April 3, 2008

Dick,
Thinking of you and your family
ruthie scully

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