Jay Mullen
February 23, 1957 - February 14, 2016
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Jay Mullen
February 23, 1957 - February 14, 2016
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Jay mullen, 58, of westchester, illinois died unexpectedly on sunday, february 14.
He was born in boston, massachusetts on february 23, 1957, the son of ruth mcbride mullen of charleston and the late joseph l. Mullen.
Jay spent his formative years in peoria, illinois where he made many lifelong friends. He graduated from west virginia university, and lived in the chicago area. In 2001, jay founded and operated electrical maintenance distributors, inc. (emd, inc.). Throughout his leadership of the emd business he developed relationships with his customer, vendors and business associates that will last forever.
Jay was a fun-loving and generous person. He lived life to the fullest, and had a smile that could light up a room. He enjoyed playing golf, attending chicago bears games and watching the white sox. He will be missed terribly by his family as well as a large group of loyal friends.
In addition to his mother jay is survived by four siblings: julie mullen schmidt and her husband tom of lancaster pa, beth mullen and her husband rich folkers of garrett park, md, chris mullen and his wife amy of charleston, jeff mullen and his wife catherine of charleston. He was a beloved uncle to nine nieces and nephews: ryan, kelly, christina, emma, payton, mills, claire, tucker and matthew.
Funeral services will be held on monday, february 22 at the basilica of sacred heart co-cathedral at 11:00 a.M., officiated by monsignor p. Edward sadie.
Visitation will be held sunday, february 21 at sacred heart hospitality room from 2:00-4:00 p.M.
A memorial service will be held in chicago at a later date.
Memorial donations can be made to: food for the poor, inc. 6401 lyons road, coconut creek, florida 33073 usa (954) 427-2222
death leaves a heartache no one can heal; love leaves a memory no one can steal.
11 responses to Jay Mullen
Matthew And Stephanie Nesius says:
August 10, 2021
Relationship: Friends Of The Family
Location: Charleston West Virginia
We Express Our Dearest Sympathy To The Mullen Family And Their Children. Our Hearts Are Heavy For You, And We Will Continue To Pray For Your Family At This Difficult Time In Your Lives.
Amy Amberg says:
August 10, 2021
Relationship: School Mate
Location: Minneapolis Minnesota
To Jay’S Family And Friends-Please Accept My Deepest Condolences On Your Loss. Jay Was Well Loved. And Yes, His Smile Not Only Lit Up A Room, It Brightened & Melted Hearts As Well. I Have Fond Memories Of Visiting Jay In Wv And His Family Has Always Been Warm And Loving. Although It Has Been Many Years Since We Have Been In Contact, Jay Has A Special Place In My Heart. All My Love To His Friends And Family; May You Be Held In Love And Light. Amy Amberg
Mike And Laura Lee Albert says:
August 10, 2021
Relationship: Friend Of Jeff
Location: Charleston West Virginia
We Are So Sorry To Hear About Your Brother. Our Hearts Hurt For Your Loss.
We Hope That Your Tears Of Sadness Will Soon Become Tears Of Happy Memories.
Leesa Chenoweth says:
August 10, 2021
Location: Charleston West Virginia
Jeff And Family,
I Am Very Sorry For The Loss Of Your Family Member. I Pray That Your Hearts Will Be Eased By The Good Memories And Love That You All Shared.
Sincerely,
Leesa Chenoweth (Rn At General Ed)
Lynn Sarti says:
August 10, 2021
Relationship: Friend
Location: Cedar Lake Indiana
I Will Miss My Dear Friend As I Know You Will Miss Your Son Brother!!
My Deepest Condolences!