Francis Joseph McMullen

November 30, 1956 - July 10, 2011

Obituary For Francis Joseph McMullen

Francis Joseph McMullen of Raleigh passed away on July 10, 2011 at the age of 54 after a long and courageous battle with his injuries at the Jaycee Burn Center. He was a loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle and friend. Although his life was short he managed to leave a lasting legacy of laughter and joy for all those he touched. Fran will live on through the many wonderful memories he gave to his family and friends. His life was a celebration of his love for his daughters, wife, family and friends and it is with a heavy heart that they say not goodbye, but until we meet again. Fran is survived by his wife Sue (McGowan); daughters Meghan and Shannon; sister Irene Glenn and husband John of Deptford, NJ and sister Lisa Capone and husband Donald of Blackwood, NJ as well as loving nieces, nephews and in-laws. He is predeceased by his parents Francis Joseph McMullen and Gladys Nelson McMullen of Philadelphia, PA. The family will receive relatives and friends at Ruffenach Funeral Home?2101 S. 21st Street?Philadelphia, PA 19145 from 7 to 9 p.m. on Thursday July 14, 2011. A funeral mass will follow on Friday July 15, 2011 at St. Gabrielâ??s Catholic Church at 2917 Dickinson St. Philadelphia, PA with burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery in Cherry Hill, NJ. A memorial service will be held in Raleigh at a later date.

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September 01, 2020

Gloria & Ed Dougherty

Dear Sue, Megan & Shannon, We are our so sorry for the loss of your husband and father. Fran was truly one of the good guys. His larger than life personality and wonderful sense of humor filled our lives with happiness. He will be deeply missed but never forgotten. Our love, Gloria & Ed
September 01, 2020

Kathy & Mike Kreck

Dear Sue, Megan & Shannon, We were so sorry to hear of Fran's passing. We will always remember his infectious laughter and wonderful sense of humor. He could tell a good story! He was always so supportive of my mother and her fight against ALS. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Kathy, Mike & Family
September 01, 2020

John Morris

To Fran's wife and daughters. I had the privilege of working with Fran in the Metro DC district years ago and want you to know what an excellent partner and friend he was. I know you are all very proud of him and deservedly so. I'm sorry I never got the opportunity to meet you, but know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. I am very sorry for your loss.
September 01, 2020

Jack,Denise,Jesse,Eve and Trevor

Dear Sue,Meghan and Shannon, Words can not begin to express the saddness our hearts feel but it is the words,stories and laughter that will continue to fill our hearts with memories. From Indian Princess Days,beach trips,the cruise and all the other adventures we were fortunate to have Fran in our lives. He may have been a big man but, his heart was even bigger. We love and miss you Francis.
September 01, 2020

Cynthia Dougherty

Dear Sue, Meghan and Shannon, I was so sorry to hear of Fran's passing. He was always full of life and laughter. Fran was always more than a coworker of my dad's. He was a true, loyal friend and my father loved him very much. Fran's love and support could not be stopped my miles. I can still see him walking across the field towards my family the day of the first ALS walk in Richmond. It touched us all deeply for him to have driven such a long way to spend those few hours with us. I am sure that you will hear many stories of his kindness and generosity over the next few weeks. May those warm, wonderful memories help to comfort you during this time of great loss. My heartfelt sympathy.