Michael Joseph Mulligan

Mike is the loving father to Michael (Laura), Kathleen (Andrew) Macklin, Martin, Joseph, Colleen (Timothy) Pleace, and Brendan (Brianne) Mulligan; amazing Papa to Connor, Layla, the late John, Bridget, and Jameson Macklin; big brother to Patrick (Diane), Daniel (Mary), Terrence , Catherine (Lee) Swendsen, and Antoinette (James) Dudek; former spouse to Nancy Mulligan; loving son to the late Michael and Helen Mulligan; fun uncle to many; devoted guardian to Dozer, Finnegan, and Vern.

A Vietnam War Veteran, he honorably served in the US Army and US Army Reserve. Retired Chicago Police Sergeant, serving in the Chicago Police Department for 41 years. In retirement, he became the most sought after babysitter, dog watcher, and chauffeur. Food aficionado, movie critic, and loudest cheerleader for all kids’ sporting events.

Visitation will be Friday, February 15, 2019 from 3-9 pm at Andrew J. McGann & Son Funeral Home (10727 S. Pulaski Rd.; Chicago, IL 60655). Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, February 16, 2019 at 10:30 am at St. Rita of Cascia Shrine Chapel; 7740 S. Western Ave.; Chicago, IL 60620. Burial at St. Patrick Catholic Cemetery in Rochelle, IL at a later date.