John Francis Mullen

MULLEN - John Francis, age 67, of Shelton, CT, formerly of Allendale, NJ, died on Friday, September 19, 2003 at his home with his loving family by his side. Born in Jersey City, NJ, on November 25, 1935, to the late James M. and Katherine Peterson Mullen, he was a graduate of Manhattan College and Lehigh University, and served in the United States Air Force. He was a mechanical engineer, most recently with Ondeo Degremont, Inc., and was an active member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers. His hobbies included reading, completing crossword puzzles, coaching soccer, sailing, gardening and woodworking. He and his beloved wife, Vera Tonnies Mullen, celebrated their 42nd wedding anniversary on September 16, 2003. Prior to moving to Shelton in 1993, they resided for 28 years in Allendale, NJ, where they raised their four sons, Gregory John, Thomas James, David Francis and Jonathan Michael. Mr. Mullen proudly witnessed the marriage of each of his sons, welcoming Jill Annis Mullen, Patricia DeKlerk Mullen, Michelle Tardiff Mullen and Maris Sholly Mullen into his family. Mr. Mullen was also blessed with seven grandchildren, who brought him great joy. They are Jonathan Thomas, Katherine Ann, Shane David, Patrick James, Gillian Jaye, Megan Michelle and Gregory James. He is also survived by his sister Colette Hoey, and her husband, Ken, of Scarsdale, NY, and by their children and grandchildren. A Memorial Mass will be held on Wednesday, September 24 at 10 AM in St. Joseph's Church, 430 Coram Ave., Shelton. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to either the Dana Farber Cancer Institute or Habitat for Humanity. The Riverview Funeral Home, 390 River Road, Shelton, in entrusted with the arrangements.