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Richard Mulcahey Obituary

Attorney Richard T. Mulcahey, 95, of South Abington Twp., passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2024.

Born in Niagara Falls, New York, he was the son of the late John F. and Alice G. Mulcahey. Richard earned his bachelor's degree and law degree from Georgetown University, graduating from the Law School in 1955. He began his legal career with the United States Department of Justice before moving to Illinois in 1962, where he served as in-house counsel for Armour and Company. In 1967, he established his private practice in Scranton, Pennsylvania, where he continued to serve his clients until his retirement in 2022.

Richard is survived by his wife of 65 years, Helen P. (née Stapleton); three sons, Richard T. Jr., Esq. and his wife, Kathleen; William F. and his wife, Paula; and John M., Esq. and his wife, Danielle; four daughters, Dr. Mary Jane Mulcahey-Hershey and her husband, Hiram P.; Kathryn M. Briden and her husband, Peter; Ruth H. Fried and her husband, Alex; and Sharon M. Shellgren and her husband, Erik; 16 grandchildren; a great-granddaughter; a sister, Lois A. Mulcahey; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by a grandson, Matthew R. Briden; and a brother, John F. Mulcahey Jr.

Visitation will take place at the Church of St. Gregory, located at 330 North Abington Road, Clarks Green, on Sunday, Aug. 18, from 4 to 6 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at the church on Monday, Aug. 19, at 10 a.m., with the Rev. John M. Lapera, pastor, officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Church of St. Gregory.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Lawrence Young Funeral Home, 418 S. State St., Clarks Summit. Interment will follow at Hickory Grove Cemetery, Waverly.

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Published by Scranton Times on Aug. 15, 2024.

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Sean Scanlon

August 16, 2024

Dear Mrs. Mulches, Bill, Ruth, and all of your beautiful family, my sencerist condolences on the profound loss of such a great man. I have Many fond memories of all of you from The Alora and Amici and the great wedding with Alex. I´m away at Cape May or I would pay my respects in person. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers during this trying time.

Arvin MASKIN

August 15, 2024

To a kind and thoughtful one-time neighbor on Jermyn Dr in Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania, fellow double HOYA, fellow member of the US Department of Justice (Washington), and fellow member of the bar, rest in peace and may your memory forever be a blessing to your wonderful family.

Lorraine Maskin Lavet

August 15, 2024

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. I remember your dad with fond memories. I was your neighbor in Clarks Summit when we were kids. Your parents were so gracious to me when I came over to play or have a meal. Those were fun days playing Horse on your driveway or throwing a football. In the yard. Your dad was a wonderful man. Warmest wishes to Helen and all of the family.

Lynn Curtier Shupp

August 14, 2024

Ruth and the Mulcahey Family: Sending you my thoughts and prayers on the loss of your father. What a celebration of life..
95! Hold on to all of the great memories you have.He is at peace. Thinking of you often. Lynn Curtier Shupp (formally Rinaldi).

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330 North Abington Road, , Clarks Green, PA

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Mass of Christian Burial

10:00 a.m.

The Church of Saint Gregory,

330 North Abington Road,, Clarks Green, PA

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