JOHN F. MULVIHILL

John Mulvihill of Chandler, AZ, entered the arms of the Lord peacefully and surrounded by love on the morning of December 9, 2023, after a courageous battle with glioblastoma multiforme.

John was born October 6, 1972, in Livingston, NJ to Marian and John F. Mulvihill. He grew up in Bloomfield, NJ, attended Seton Hall Preparatory High School, and received an undergraduate degree from Seton Hall University and his MBA.

John was married to the love of his life, Taragh (Maples) Mulvihill, and an incredible father to two amazing children J.T. (John Tomas) and Claddagh. His family was the source of so much pride. He would marvel at what inspiring individuals his children were becoming and spoke about how they embodied the best of his characteristics.

John's work family spanned across different industries beginning in New Jersey with window washing, to working as an archivist at CNBC television, to being employed by the Maricopa County Assessor's Office in Arizona. John was known at work for his quick wit and willingness to help others.

John's life was defined by so much more than his battle with glioblastoma. He was known for his passion for sports. There was not a sport or a game he wouldn't talk about or watch although he preferred to cheer for the Yankees, Jets, and Seton Hall Pirates basketball. He took up an interest in hiking and golf, especially after moving to Arizona twenty years ago, and treasured his rim-to-rim Grand Canyon hiking adventures. John looked forward to his trips to Vegas, especially his annual March Madness trip with Taragh, Kentucky Derby weekend, and his guy's trips known for dining adventures, random sports bets and late-night craps tables. He loved to grill and use the smoker and enjoyed testing new recipes and entertaining others with his delicious creations. John loved to travel and found himself drawn equally to road trips to ski or hike as well as more unusual international adventures often prompted by Taragh. John found joy in most anything he did- especially if he was surrounded by family, good friends, fun conversations, and laughter.

John is survived by his wife, Taragh; his son, J.T.; his daughter, Claddagh; his mother Marian (Keegan) Mulvihill; his sisters Kathy McGlynn and Eileen Mulvihill; as well as his nieces and nephews Kelly, Shane (Julie), Erin, Mark, Cillian, Nora, and Nessa- all who he loved and adored. He is also survived by many close friends from all phases of life. John was preceded in death by his father John F. Mulvihill.

Taragh, J.T., & Claddagh ask that you all join us in celebrating John's beautiful spirit and life the way he requested. To ensure John's giant smile shines upon us- please wear your favorite sports team gear (college or pro) and join us to memorialize a man who brought so much kindness, joy, and laughter into our lives. John's request was that we celebrated a life well lived not mourned a life lost too soon. All are welcome.

Saturday January 20th, 1PM: Celebration of Life Service at the Praise and Worship Center- 2551 N Arizona Avenue Chandler, AZ 85225 (wear your sports teams)

Immediately followed by a backyard gathering for sharing of memories and laughs with his family at our home- 1431 N Benson Ct. Chandler, AZ 85224 (PLEASE bring your stories and a hungry belly)

Sunday January 21, 8 AM: Celebrating John's Spirit- Hike at South Mountain Preserve (details to follow for those who wish to join us)

In lieu of flowers- donations to the Ivy Brain Tumor Center or the AZ Diamondbacks Nicole Hazen Fund for Hope to research a cure for glioblastoma are most appreciated.