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Richard Mullahy Obituary
Holden - Richard M. Mullahy, 76, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 28, 2017 at Dodge Park Rest Home, Worcester.
He was born in Watertown, MA on March 26, 1940, a son of the late Michael and Sarah (Godwin) Mullahy. He attended local schools and graduated from St. Patrick's High School in 1957. After graduation he enlisted in the United States Air Force where he proudly served his country. Richard attended Newbury Junior College where he received his Associates Degree. His 30 year career was spent with the United States Postal Service primarily in Hudson, MA until his retirement in 1995.
He was an avid golfer and was a former member of Royal Bedrock, Rutland, MA and Palisades Country Club, Clermont, FL. He was a member of Branch 12, NALC and the Hudson-Concord Elks Lodge.
He is survived by his loving wife, Mary P. (Reardon Conover) Mullahy; children: John Mullahy (Kelly) of Hudson; Kathleen Quinn (Thomas) of Bellingham, Karen Andrade (Tony) of Hudson; Scott Conover (Susan) of East Walpole and Leslie Conover of Norwood: a sister, Barbara Russell of Marlborough; a sister in law, Shirley Mullahy, of Watertown; and eight beloved grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his first wife, Cheryl (Abatsis) Mullahy, his brother Michael Mullahy and his brother in law George Russell.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with the Mullahy family on Friday, March 3rd from 11:00am until 12:00pm at the FAY BROTHERS Funeral Home, 1 West Boylston St., West Boylston, with a Funeral Service honoring his life to follow at 12:00pm. Burial will follow at Forest Vale Cemetery, Hudson. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Dana Farber Cancer Center, Boston, MA
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Marty French
February 22, 2019
Dick and Mary love you a lot
Trudy Connolly
October 8, 2017
On October 5 there was 60Th class reunion from St Patrick High School where Richard was a classmate. I was thinking about meeting you and Richie in Florida but had lost contact.
Sorry to read his obituary and my condolences to you Mary and your .Family. .
My husband Mike also passed away September 1, 2016. May they both Rest In Peace.
Take care Sincerely. Trudy Connolly
Ruth Leonard
March 9, 2017
Condolences to the Mullahy family from the Leonards of Hudson and Berlin
March 3, 2017
Sorry to hear of your loss. I worked with Dick at the Hudson Post Office. We had many many good times and was my pleasure to have known him.
My condolences to all.
Chris Marcotte
Michael Backus
March 2, 2017
Very sorry for your loss...I worked with Dick at the Hudson Post Office for 10 years and remember him well. May he Rest In Peace...Happy Trails Dick...!!!
Marty
March 1, 2017
Dickie is the best of the best. His love and caring will live on in his funny kidding and smile! We will miss you Dick and Golf On!
A Grateful American
March 1, 2017
Though our grateful nation mourns with you in your loss, we can only feel a small part of the loss you are experiencing.
Your loved one will always be a part of our country's story. As such, their sacrifice on behalf of our nation will always be honored.
In deepest sympathy.
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