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DR. JOHN MARTIN MULHERN

Born: Mar 21, 1950

Date of Passing: Oct 20, 2017

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DR. JOHN MARTIN MULHERN March 21, 1950 - October 20, 2017 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. John Mulhern after a heroic battle against a devastating disease, ALS, at home surrounded by his loving wife and children. John was predeceased by his parents, Leo and Greta; and his sisters: Mary, Ann and Joan. He is survived by his wife, Mona; his children: Simon, Vanessa (Avi), Jacinta (Casey), Rory and Fiona (Justin); his grandsons Jacob, Wesley and Max; brother Felix; and sister Aileen. He was born in Omagh, Northern Ireland, attended Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland and the University of Indiana in Indiana, USA, and immigrated to Canada in 1976. He practiced for most of his years as an Endodontist in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He only retired when his illness made it impossible for him to continue. The family would like to send their heartfelt thanks to the staff of the ALS Society of Manitoba and the Comforts of Home Care, and the doctors and nurses at the Deer Lodge ALS Clinic and Palliative Care. A funeral mass will be held at Saint John Brebeuf Church, 1707 John Brebeuf Place, Friday, October 27 at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the ALS Society of Manitoba, 2A - 1717 Dublin Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3H 0H2. E.J. COUTU & CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS 204-253-5086
Publish Date: Oct 25, 2017

DR. JOHN MARTIN MULHERN March 21, 1950 - October 20, 2017 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. John Mulhern, after a heroic battle against a devastating disease, ALS, at home surrounded by his loving wife and children. A funeral mass will be held at Saint John Brebeuf Church, 1707 John Brebeuf Place, Friday, October 27 at 10:30 a.m. Longer obituary will follow in Wednesday's edition. E.J. Coutu & Co. Funeral Directors 204-253-5086
Publish Date: Oct 24, 2017

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 25, 2017

Condolences & Memories (14 entries)

  • I am so sorry to have found out about your loss. I've been blessed to have known this very kind man. - Posted by: Roxy (Acquaintance) on: Apr 23, 2018

  • Dear Mona & Family, Thinking of you all and sending you my most heartfelt sympathy. May God continue to comfort & guide you all. It was so fortunate that Bill was able to spend some time with John when he was over there a couple of months ago...he thoroughly enjoyed catching up with him & talking about ole times....take care Love Liv :) - Posted by: Liv () on: Oct 30, 2017

  • Dear Mona, Simon, Vanessa, Jacinta, Rory and Fiona, we were so sorry to hear about the passing of John. Such an example of courage, grace, and a strong man, filled with an unshakeable faith. An amazing husband and fantastic father. I will always remember John’s generosity and kindness, and absolutely appreciated the time over the summer and the fond memories around the dinner table and pool at your beautiful home. I remember how welcomed Mom and Dad and me were made to feel, as was anyone who was blessed to be with you and your family. Thinking of you all at this very difficult time. May God comfort you and bless you. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Lots of love, Garrett & Sylvia, Philip, Victoria and Liam XOXO - Posted by: Garrett McGrath (Cousin) on: Oct 27, 2017

  • So sorry cannot be with you all but you are very much in my thoughts and heart! Lighting candles in Quillan for John and All of you and sending Huge Hugs Xxxxx - Posted by: Geraldine McGivney (Wife of brother in law) on: Oct 27, 2017

  • We will miss his constant smile, grace and courage. Sorry we can’t be there Friday, but our thoughts and prayers for you and your family will be. - Posted by: Liz and Ken Carroll () on: Oct 27, 2017

  • Dear Mona and the family. We are deeply saddened to hear about your loss. Please accept our sincere condolences. - Posted by: Steven Jarema and Ulla Liljegren. (Friend) on: Oct 26, 2017

  • To Mona,Simon, Vanessa, Jacinta, Rory and Fiona, Heartfelt condolences to you all over the sad and premature passing of your loving husband and Dad John. Here in Galway, Gill and I and our 4 children, Fionn, Ruby, Luka and Jude are all saddened by your loss. We were lucky to get to spend an afternoon with John and Mona watching Galway and Kilkenny play the all Ireland hurling final in Athlone a couple of years ago. Our team Galway lost, and poor Luka was upset and John took a little time out and offered him some kind words to soften the blow. That was a very kind, simple gesture and spoke volumes in a lot of ways. Thanks for the memories and rest softly and in peace. Morgan McGrath - Posted by: Morgan McGrath (Cousin) on: Oct 26, 2017

  • To Mona and family our deepest sympathy on the passing of John. Thinking of you all during this tough time. David Mandy Cate Conor McKnight (Perth,WA). - Posted by: David McKnight (Cousin) on: Oct 25, 2017

  • Dear Mona and family: We are so very sorry and sad to hear of John's passing. We have many wonderful memories of our times with you when we all lived in Indiana. He was a great person and classmate and I enjoyed being his personal translator for 2 years because the local Indiana people could not understand 'Irish English'. Even though we lived in different cities, whenever we got together, it was like we had never been apart. He was a good man and loyal friend. We will always cherish our memories of him. With our sincere condolences. Michael and Carol - Posted by: Michael Ringel () on: Oct 25, 2017

  • To Mona, Simon, Vanessa, Jacinta, Rory and Fiona, Your sad news was passed on from my parents via Norma. Needless to say we were all very upset to hear it. Mom and Dad will no doubt send a mass card in the post. You're in their thoughts and in mine on this side of the water. All my sympathy, Fergal - Posted by: Fergal McGrath (Cousin) on: Oct 25, 2017

  • Mona and Family: so sorry to hear of John’s passing. He handled this illness with such grace. We are so honored to have spent many happy times as families in your home and my parents home over the years. He will be missed and I am sending my most sincere condolences. I will remember him as so full of joy at the anniversary party last December.. so glad we were there to celebrate. I will keep you all in my prayers. Best, Deirdre Egan - Posted by: Deirdre egan (Friend ) on: Oct 25, 2017

  • To the Mulhern family, my dearest sympathy. I knew John very well as I worked for Matthew Buckley for several years and they were very good friends. I had the privilege of knowing John and knowing how kind and caring of a person he was as well as a great endodontist. He had a great faith and I hope this helped him during his battle with ALS, which I am all to familiar with as I lost a cousin to this devastating disease. Although no words can really ease the loss you bear, know that you and your family are in my and many others, prayers. - Posted by: Louise () on: Oct 24, 2017

  • Dear Mona, June and I send our sympathy to you and your family. I loved meeting up with you guys and John Declan and June Quinn - Posted by: Declan Quinn (Friend) on: Oct 24, 2017

  • Our deepest sympathy to Mona and family. Our thoughts are with you. Dick - Posted by: Dick Gunther (Friend) on: Oct 24, 2017

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