The family announces the passing of Donald (Don) Michael Mulligan on February 8th, 2017 at Pioneer Manor at the age 90. Beloved husband of Rosemary (nee Bell) predeceased. Father of Anne-Marie, Sheila (predeceased), Patti-Lynne (Lorne), Dan (Pam), Nora (Rudy) and Michael (Glenda). Grandfather to 11: Sheila, Will, Jessica, Samuel, Julia, Kristy, Rebecca, Riley, Katie, Megan, Liam and great grandfather of 5.
Don was born at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Sudbury on August 31,1926, son of Thomas and Stella Mulligan (nee Walsh) both predeceased. He is survived by his brother Bill (Dolores predeceased) (Jean) and predeceased by all other siblings and their spouses Marian Sackfield(Fred), Joyce Gore(Joseph) and Tom(Peggy).
A graduate of St. Michael’s College School in 1945, Don returned to the Sudbury region and married Rosemary in 1949. With an intrepid spirit and a willingness to take on any challenge, Don was associated with the mining business for 45 years; miner, salesman, sales manager, entrepreneur and business owner of D&R Enterprises. He was instrumental in introducing retro-reflective products to the Canadian mining industry in the form of striping for coveralls, hazard demarcation and underground signage. All are industry standards today. No remembrance of Don could be complete without his most treasured possession, ‘’The Camp’’. Bought sight unseen from an ad in the North Bay Nugget, the family learned to love and respect nature during the full summers they spent there. Located on the south shore of Lake Nipissing the location was and remains water access only. Stories of the seven mile voyages on the large, wildly unpredictable lake ran the gamut between joyful and cringe worthy. Upon retirement, Don & Rosemary moved to Wasi Lake near Powassan so they could divide their time between a fully serviced home and The Camp. After Rosemary’s passing in 2005, Don moved back to Sudbury to be closer to medical care and family. The family would like to thank the staff at Pioneer Manor, especially Lise, Lori L. Chantelle, Jessie and Angie for their dedicated care over the past 8 1/2 years. At Don’s request, there will no visitation or service. Interment and a celebration of Don’s life will be held at a future date. Arrangements entrusted to the Jackson and Barnard Funeral Home.