Francis J. Mulkeen

MULKEEN FRANCIS J.
A retired Director of Institutional and School Marketing for the Florida Citrus Commission, passed away on February 9, 2009, in Atlanta, his home for the last 3 years. Francis, (Frank), was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on September 21, 1917. He attended St. Francis De Salles High School, in McKees Rocks. He began his career as a salesperson with Wholey and Company, in Pittsburgh, From 1941-1945 he served his country in World War II as Corporal in the U.S. Army, He was stationed in New Guinea as a radio specialist. He received an Honorable Discharge from the Army, and was awarded four citations, the Good Conduct Medal, Distinguished Unit Badge, American Defense Service Medal, and Asiatic Pacific Service Medal, as well as with 3 - Bronze Stars. After the war, he joined the Florida Citrus Commission in Pittsburgh and later served as a Regional Sales Manager in Chicago. In 1965 he transferred to Lakeland, FL, as Director of Marketing, for the Florida Citrus Commission. While with the Citrus Commission, Frank was instrumental in developing the concept of Breakfast at McDonalds. After retirement, he consulted with various business entities, including the Washington State Cherry Commission. He was married to his beloved Annibelle Brown Mulkeen, for 54 years, and they had one son, William Brown Mulkeen. His hobbies and passion in life was his family interactions especially with his brothers, sisters, nephews, nieces, and his beloved wife, Annibelle, son Bill and his pride and joy, his granddaughter Lucy. He loved the game of golf, gardening, and reading. He was truly loved and admired by everyone who knew him. Frank is survived by his son, Bill Mulkeen of Atlanta, Bill's wife Kaye, granddaughter Lucy, sister Margaret, and numerous nieces and nephews. In his honor, the family will be re-constructing a rose garden at Northwest Presbyterian Church in Atlanta, Ga. Donations can be made to NWPC, 4300 Northside Drive, Atlanta, GA 30327. Please note Francis Mulkeen on your check. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 21st at Saint Raphael's Catholic Church in Pittsburgh, PA.
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