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Brian MULLAN Obituary
Brian spent 35 years (1974-2009), as a proud Hamilton Police Officer spanning a variety of roles including Constable, Inspector, and ultimately rising to Chief of Police in 2003, where he served for 6 years, retiring in 2009. Brian didn't stop there - he continued to work after retirement on both the Parole Board of Canada and Judiciary Appointment Committee. He was a proud Hamiltonian, with an overall love for the city, but especially, the Hamilton Tiger Cats and looked forward to his weekly Tiger Cat Council meeting. Brian was a member of many organizations and board of directors including, FBI National Academy of Associations, Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police, Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police, and Hamilton Health Sciences.
Brian loved to hang out with his best friends, especially the Hackers Club on and off the golf course, and lifelong friends, the Noble Family. Brian, Loretta and the family want to give special thanks to Dr. Lepic, Dr. Burke, Dr. Graham Fraser and the health care team at Juravinski Hospital. The family would also like to thank the amazing team at Dr. Bob Kemp Hospice for caring for Brian in the final days of his life.
Visitation to be held at Bay Gardens Funeral Home 947 Rymal Road East, Hamilton on Sunday July 25th from 4-9pm.
Due to Covid restrictions a private invitation only funeral will be held. Please feel free to view online at www.baygardens.ca live stream begins at 11am Monday July 26th.
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Memories and Condolences
for Brian MULLAN
33 Entries
Alice Pigeau (Annie)
August 5, 2021
I worked with Brian for about 25 years, and always admired his kindness, sense of humour and dedication to the Hamilton Police Service. I first knew him in the Fraud Office, and later as his Admin Assistant to Chief of Police. My heart goes out to you Loretta and your girls. You can feel so good about the fact that you were such a wonderful life partner for him. xoxoxo
Alice Pigeau
August 5, 2021
Brian was a beautiful human being. He was always so kind and his sense of humour was contagious. I am so sorry for your loss Loretta, but you can carry on knowing how happy you made this lovely man. My thoughts and prayers go with you.
Michelle Goodman
July 29, 2021
I will always remember Brian as a cadet. His goal was too be Chief one day. Believe in yourself and look what you can accomplish! To the family, I am so sorry for your loss. Gone too soon.
Jim Kay
July 28, 2021
Loretta, Ashley, Stephanie
It was a honour to work along side Brian as we served our hometown in our respective agencies. It was always comforting to know that he had my back and would be there 24/7, if our community needed him. He devoted long hours, missed many special occasions and personal events while competently fulfilling his duties as Chief. And for that we all thank you, his family, for being so supportive and understanding. He will be surely missed. Please accept our deepest condolences. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Kay family
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Frank Vanderzalm
July 26, 2021
To Loretta and family, I offer my sincerest sympathy for Brian's passing. He has been taken too soon. I watched Brian rise through the ranks and at every level he remained friendly and approachable to everyone. I enjoyed his company and his leadership when he was our Superintendent at the Mountain Station. He was deserving of being our Chief. He shouldered a lot of criticism as Chief and handled it as a true leader.
May he rest in peace. He will remain in my prayers.
Frank Vanderzalm
HPS retiree.
Jen Jones
July 26, 2021
To the Mullan family:
So sorry for your loss. My sympathies.
Bill Cumber
July 26, 2021
My deepest condolences to Loretta and family at this difficult time.Brian will be missed and be remembered by all who knew him.
Professor Lubomyr Luciuk
July 25, 2021
I had the pleasure of working with Brian on the Parole Board of Canada. He was more than just a colleague - he was a good humoured and very competent Member of the PBC, who mentored me, and others, as we learned how to best ensure the safety of the public while, at the same time, helping those who needed it, to begin the sometimes difficult but critical process of reintegrating into society as law-abiding citizens. He was a really good man. I cannot say much more than to note that I am saddened by his death and that I truly hope his wife and family remember him for the honourable and righteous man that he was. May he Rest In Peace!
Jessie Ward
July 25, 2021
You were an amazing man. And police chief. Condolences to the family.
Margaret Serafini
July 25, 2021
Dear Loretta and family
Sorry to hear of Brian's passing MY deepest condolences to you and family
God BLESS
Margaret Serafini
Glenn MacNaughton
July 25, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful person. He was one of most personable and friendly Senior Officers I had the honour to serve with. 10-7 Brian.
Doug Beatty
July 25, 2021
I had the extreme pleasure of growing up with Brian through public and high school. He was part of the "hood" that would congregate at Hampton Park and then Barton to swing golf clubs, play baseball, football or road hockey as the seasons demanded. His infectious laugh and smile made him someone you wanted on your team or side and when disorganized sports turned to organized ones in high school, Brian was a ferocious teammate, again, one you were happy to have. When he became our Police Chief, he and I would find time in our busy days to sneak away to Forbidden City for their famous Soup Bowl lunch where we would catch up and reminisce. In our later years, many Barton High alumni have gathered in the summer for golf and lunches in the winter when possible. There will be many glasses raised in his honour and our hearts and deepest condolences are with Loretta and family at this difficult time.
Tom & Sharon Kaye
July 25, 2021
We knew Brian through both the police and the parole board where we worked together. Brian was a gentleman who was well liked and respected by his friends and co-workers. He will be missed. Please accept our condolences.
Arnold W Guild
July 25, 2021
My condolences to Brian’s family.
Brian will be missed by all who new him.
Arnold W Guild
July 25, 2021
My deepest condolences to Brian’s family.
He will be missed by all who new him.
Bob and Bef Griffiths
July 25, 2021
Loretta and family,
So sorry to hear of Brian's passing. Our thoughts a prayers are with all of you. The Griffiths family.
Bob and Bev Griffiths
Co-worker
Bob Peeling
July 25, 2021
Sorry to hear the sad news of Brian’s passing. Always enjoyed being associated with him through OACP. Our condolences to his family and we hope memories of happy times bring comfort in the days ahead.
Bob Peeling
July 25, 2021
Sorry to hear the sad news of Brian’s passing. Always enjoyed being associated with him through OACP. Our condolences to his family and we hope memories of happy times bring comfort in the days ahead.
Virginia Selemidis
July 25, 2021
Our memories of Brian were the days at the Coach and Lantern. Many great conversations were had at the end of the bar. Brian and I went way back to Barton Highschool and when I worked for his mom at RBC. Our deepest condolences to the family. Brian will be missed for sure. May he rest in peace.
Kristine Priems
July 25, 2021
Loretta, I think of you often but especially during this difficult time. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Sincere condolences.
Kristine Priems
Mike and Cathy Campbell
July 25, 2021
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Jim & Donna McGreal
July 25, 2021
Dear Loretta and Family: We are so sorry to hear about Brian's passing and we can only hope his final days were peaceful. We are sending you sincere wishes for peace for yourselves. Brian was a friend to all and we fondly remember him and you. Your family is in our prayers.
Bob Martin
July 25, 2021
Loretta & Family:
As you know, Brian and I worked closely together for several years. He was a solid, hard-working police officer, and never complained. His eventual rise through the ranks was no surprise to me.
During the years that we worked together we continually traded stories about our families, and it was clear to me how much he loved you all.
As we can all agree, he is gone much too soon. Treasure your many wonderful memories, and I pray it comforts you through this difficult time.
Bob & Eve Martin
Ingrid Boiago
July 25, 2021
My deepest condolences to the Mullin family during this profound loss.
Patty & Doug Fletcher
July 24, 2021
Our sincerest sympathy to Loretta, Ashley, Stephanie and you families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. From the Fletcher family
Bruce Noble
July 24, 2021
We are hurting more then words can say... Brian was an important part of our lives. Our families together, shared a life full of fun & treasured memories. He will be sadly missed but never forgotten. Life will never be the same without you. Forever in our hearts, thoughts & prayers. We love you Brian! The Noble Family xoxox
Patti Cole-Stever
July 24, 2021
Loretta and Family
May God ease your sorrow and bring you peace in the days and weeks ahead. My deepest sympathy for your loss.
May God take Brian's soul and let him rest now, knowing he did great things in his life to make his community and country a better place in which to live.
Best,
Patti Cole-Stever, Paul too
Gale DeWitt
July 24, 2021
Loretta, so very sorry to hear about Brian ! You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Brent Ellis
July 24, 2021
i am so sorry to learn of Brian's death. I taught Brian and his brother Wayne at Barton many years ago and have good memories of those days, as well as times our paths crossed over the years in the course of Brian's work with the police. He did well and I am proud of him.
Brent Ellis (an old geography teacher)
Jan Nichols
July 24, 2021
Fond memories of Brian popping into our Wednesday coffee gatherings. Jan and I along with Don and Glynis Granger had a Wonderful week with Brian and Loretta in Cuba many years ago. Lots of good memories. Our thoughts are with Loretta and Brian’s entire family. Jan and Jan Nichols
Brent Sleightholm
July 24, 2021
I am truly sorry to hear of Brian's passing. Aside from his leadership skills, my strongest impression in the years I knew him were of his ready smile and the way he brought a very human face to HPS during his years as chief. My sincere condolences to.Brian's family and many friends.
Brent Sleightholm
July 24, 2021
I am truly sorry to hear of Brian's passing. Aside from his leadership skills, my strongest impression in the years I knew him were df his ready smile and the way he brought a very human face to HPS during his years as chief. My sincere condolences to.Brian's family and many friends.
Kathy Adams
July 24, 2021
My thoughts and prayers have been with you all of you this past week, Brian raised amazing family and you will continue to carry on, because of his love for each of you. Hugs
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