Patrick Jude Mullen

MOUNTAIN TOP — A lifelong resident of Mountain Top, Patrick Jude Mullen, passed away Sept. 6, 2024.

Born May 14, 1944, he was the son of the late James G. Mullen and Margaret Leyfort Mullen.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Mary Barley.

He was a union millwright welder for over 55 years with local #443. He was a man of many talents, including carpentry, electrical and plumbing. There was never a project he could not conquer, and his wife, Nellie, was always by his side to assist. He was married to the love of his life, Nellie, for 56 years. They were inseparable. Wherever you saw Pat, you knew Nellie was close by.

He always believed family came first, and he demonstrated that by spending all of his free time with his loved ones. He had twin daughters: Leslie Mullen and Leah Kraynak, with spouse, Bruce Kraynak of Mountain Top; a granddaughter, Carrie Kraynak; and grandson, Joseph Kraynak of Mountain Top.

His favorite pastime was spending time with his grandchildren. Pat never missed an event for Carrie and Joey. He was heavily involved with Joe's Boy Scout activities and Pack 106. He was very proud of each of their accomplishments, and he made sure to let them know. Pat idolized both Carrie and Joey.

Pat had two godchildren: Joseph Barley and Daniel Kosloski. He had a special bond with his nephew, Robert Barley, his wife, Liz, and their sons, Kyle and Luke. Pat also had many nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly.

The family would like to thank the doctors and nursing staff on the sixth floor at Geisinger Wyoming Valley, in addition to the staff at Allied Hospice, for their care and compassion.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday in St. Jude's Church, Mountain Top. Interment will follow in St. Patrick's Cemetery, White Haven. Friends may call from 9 a.m. until the beginning of Mass, Tuesday morning, in the church.

McCune Funeral Service is handling the arrangements.