SGT (Retired) Joseph D. "Joe" Mulligan passed away peacefully on Monday, August 19, 2024 into the Lord's hands with his family by his side. Joe was born May 20, 1960 in the town of Blue Point, New York on Long Island. Joe entered the United States Army in April 1978 at the age of 17.  Joe was stationed in Germany following his training, where he met the love of his life and best friend, Maria.  They were married in Copenhagen, Denmark on July 24, 1980.  Joe was later blessed with two beautiful daughters, Nicole Marie born November 1, 1983 at Fort Hood, Texas and Ashley Patricia born July 1, 1991 at Fort Sill, Oklahoma. Joe was medically retired from the U.S. Army in 1985.  He attended Cameron University in Lawton, Oklahoma from 1986 to 1990, receiving his bachelor's degree.  Joe went on to work for the State of Oklahoma for 21 years with the Department of Corrections and the Department of Mental Health.

In retirement, Joe enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and working around the house. His home was his pride and joy, especially his pool.  Joe also enjoyed riding his motorcycle and fishing when he got the chance.

Survivors include his wife, Maria Mulligan; two daughters, Nicole Jones (Bobby) and Ashley Snider (Nick); six grandchildren, Haylee, Braelynn, Logan, Nolan, Noa and Everett; six siblings; along with four brothers-in-law and five sisters-in-law; as well as numerous nieces and nephews who lovingly referred to him as Uncle Joe-Pa.

Joe was preceded in death by his parents, Patricia and James Mulligan and in-laws, Maria and Malcolm Fisher and sister-in-law, Jenny Dombroski.

Funeral Mass will be 12:00 P.M. Thursday, August 22, 2024 at Holy Family Catholic Church with Rev. Philip Seeton, pastor officiating.

The service may be viewed by following the livestream link at www.beckerfuneral.com or by visiting the Becker-Rabon Funeral Home Facebook page.

Burial with full military honors will follow at Fort Sill National Cemetery.

Wake service will be at 6:00 P.M. Wednesday, August 21, 2024 in Becker-Rabon Funeral Home Chapel.