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Joan Mulcahy Obituary
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Highland - Joan Patricia Mulcahy, 70, a long time Highland resident formerly of Poughkeepsie, died Monday, August 5, 2013, at Vassar Brothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie.
Born September 20, 1942 in Poughkeepsie, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Dorothy Lake Ballassone.
She worked for Highland Assisted Living as a Personal Care Assistant until her retirement in April 2013.
Joan was a wonderful and beautiful wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. She was the type of person that would sacrifice her own needs so the people around her would be comfortable. She was caring, giving, and passionate. Not only was she the greatest mother, but one of the most generous and loving persons in the world. We wish her a peaceful journey and she will be greatly missed.
On February 19, 1966 in St. Peter's Church, she married Hugh Mulcahy Sr. Mr. Mulcahy survives at home.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by her four children, Hugh Mulcahy Jr., of Highland, Christine Mulcahy of Poughkeepsie, Melissa Mulcahy of Highland, and Pamela Mulcahy of Maine; brother, Louis Ballassone of Rhinebeck; sisters, Helen Pease, Carol Ballassone, Michelle Ballassone, and Dawn Fozo, all of Poughkeepsie, Donna Croshier of Highland, and Diane Campbell of Poughkeepsie; fourteen grandchildren; eleven great- grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Calling hours will be from 1 to 3 Pm, Friday, August 9th at Sweet's Funeral Home, Inc., 4365 Albany Post Rd., Hyde Park.
A Funeral Service will take place at 2:30 PM during the calling hours.
Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family.
Joan's family respectfully requests memorial donations to her family c/o Sweet's Funeral Home, PO Box 682, Hyde Park, NY 12538.
Arrangements are under the direction of Sweet's Funeral Home, Inc., Rte. 9, Hyde Park.
To send an online condolence, or for directions, please visit www.sweetsfuneralhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Joan Mulcahy
Theresa (Moschetto)Lewis
August 8, 2013
To The Ballassone and Mulcahy Family, We are so sorry for Your loss.Joanie was a Wonderful person,She was very good to My Mom(Maggie Moschetto), when My mom resided at the Highland assisted living home.I wish You All comfort in knowing that She is in Heaven with Jesus and She is at peace now. You are All in Our Prayers With Our Deepest Sympathy,Maggie and Theresa (Moschetto)Lewis
August 8, 2013
Sorry for your loss , Joan was alot of fun and a very caring woman. She will be truely missed.
victoria keenan
August 8, 2013
joan you will truly be missed. prayers go out to Hughie sr. and their children, in their time of need.
Carrie & Hannah Baxter
August 8, 2013
sorry for your loss. she was a strong women stood up for what she believed in. I know that she will be missed. my prayers are with the family god bless
Evelyn Worthy (Bayon)
August 8, 2013
Ms. Joan was such a wonderful person, my condolences to the entire family, Michelle and Missy, my heart hurts for you guys. Much love and Prayers.
lori veach
August 8, 2013
i am so sorry for your lost she was a nice lady
Kelly McPeck
August 8, 2013
Very sorry for your loss.
BRENDA SCHMIDT
August 8, 2013
Carol, I am so sorry for your lose. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Peace be with you, blessed be.
Lisa Pratt
August 8, 2013
I am so very sorry for your families loss. May your wonderful memories of her help to heal the pain your feeling. God Bless her soul as well as each of you.
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