Joseph Mulac

1933 - 2025

Joseph Mulac, a lifelong resident of McKeesport, passed away on Nov. 2, 2025. Born July 19, 1933, Joe was one of nine children born to the late Milan and Mary (Pecar) Mulac. A 1951 graduate of McKeesport High School, he worked as a draftsman and at U.S. Steel Duquesne Works before beginning his career as a lawman in 1960. He joined the McKeesport Police Department, rising to the rank of captain before retiring in 1984. He finished his career at Westinghouse Bettis, where he worked in armed security until 1999. Joe was a huge fan of the Pirates, Penguins, and Steelers never missing a game. However, his favorite team was the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, and he was a proud member of the Notre Dame "Subway Alumni." He was also a huge supporter of Serra Catholic High School, working with the Service Organization of Serra for many years. He was a long-time member of the Eleventh Ward Welfare Association and many other clubs and organizations in the area. A proud Croatian, he grew up as a member of Sacred Heart Parish in McKeesport. After his marriage to the late Laurae (Raible) Mulac, he joined St. Pius V Parish, where he served as an usher for many years. Joe was preceded in death by his parents and wife, along with siblings, John, Tony, Mark, George, Milan, Anna-Mae Werber, and Sr. Rosemary, A.S.C. He is survived by his sister, Bernadette D'Antonio of White Oak; his daughter, Beth Frydrych; and son-in-law, John Frydrych; his son, Adam Mulac; and daughter-in-law, Maureen (Greaghty) Mulac; and his grandchildren, Tori Frydrych of Manasquan, NJ, and Noah Mulac of North Huntingdon. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to celebrate a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 7, 2025, at Mary Mother of God Parish, St. Patrick Church, 310 32nd St., McKeesport, PA, 15132. A burial will follow. Should friends desire, memorial contributions in Joe's name may be made to Mary Mother of God Parish, 2701 Kelly St., White Oak, PA, 15131. Arrangements are being cared for by STRIFFLER OF WHITE OAK CREMATION AND MORTUARY SERVICES INC., 1100 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131 (Sue Striffler Galaski, supervisor, 412 678 6177). To share a memory or condolence, please visit www.strifflerfuneralhomes.com.