FRANCIS OLIVER MULLIGAN

1961 - 2018

MULLIGAN, Francis Oliver Of South Boston, known by most as Frank, died suddenly Saturday, October 6th. He was born February 18th, 1961 in Mullingar, Co Westmeath, Ireland, the fourth child of Frank and Mary Mulligan. He attended the Regional Technical College in Athlone where he honed his carpentry and building construction skills. He lived and worked in England and Australia before settling in South Boston. He established his company, Old Harbour Construction Corp, and continued in his trade for over 30 years; he was naturally gifted and brought creative vision to his craft.

Frank was very proud of his Irish heritage but equally embraced his adopted country. He was a valued member of the South Boston community, a member of Wollaston Golf Club and the South Boston Yacht Club. He had numerous interests including golf, photography, history and art. Frank was an avid reader who was always eager to learn. He was a special man, who touched many people's lives. He was a cherished friend, a loving brother, brother-in-law, uncle and a devoted husband and father.

He leaves his wife, of 23 years, Mercedes and two daughters Sophie, 14, and Hannah, 13. He was a much loved brother to Joan Loughery Bushill from London, England, Ken Mulligan from Mullingar, Ireland, Anne Grehan from Kilbeggan, Ireland, Finian Mulligan from London, England, David Mulligan of South Boston, Phillip Mulligan from Burbank, California and Brian Mulligan from Mullingar, Ireland plus 17 nephews and nieces and five great nephews and nieces..

Relatives and friends are invited to the O'Brien Funeral home, 146 Dorchester Street, SOUTH BOSTON, MA 02127 on Thursday, Oct. 11th from 4-8 pm. Mass of Christian Burial in St Brigid's Church, 841 East Broadway, South Boston, MA 02127-2397, on Friday at 11:30 am. Interment at Cedar Grove Cemetery, Dorchester. Family flowers only please. In lieu of flowers, donations, in Frank's memory, may be made to the Carroll School, c/o Development Office, 45 Waltham Road, Wayland, Mass. 01778. or www.carrollschool.org/giving