Barbara A. Mulholland

Age 75, passed away on February 26, 2017 at Florida Hospital South in Orlando, Florida. Barbara was born on March 21, 1941 in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts. She spent many years working as a secretary and also in direct sales where she earned several awards and accomplishments. She then had the opportunity to be a stay-at-home mom. In 1990, Barbara and her husband retired and moved to Deltona, Florida with their family.

Barbara was a devoted wife and loving mother who valued her family more than anything. She was a selfless woman with a heart of gold, always putting others first. She never missed an opportunity to support her children in sports and other activities. She was happiest when surrounded by her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Whether it was a big family cookout, game night, or simply playing cards at the kitchen table, these were the moments that brought her the greatest joy. Barbara’s interests included reading, ceramics, card games, shopping for others, and spending time with her friends playing Bunko. She also loved collecting angels and porcelain dolls. Through the years, she was very involved in her church where she directed the Women’s Fellowship and Children’s Ministry. Barbara held a strong sense of faith and was a compassionate listener and confidant who could often be heard saying, “It will be okay, everything happens for a reason.”

Barbara Mulholland is predeceased by her beloved husband of 39 years, Charles, as well as son Shawn Nonnemacher; grandson Shane William Kelly and daughter in law Angie Mulholland. She is survived by her sons Bill Nonnemacher, Derrick Nonnemacher, Bob Mulholland and Michael Fenno (Jacki); along with her daughters Linda Hurley (Doug), Deborah Kelly (Fran), Deirdre Settle, Lisa Grant (Rob), Kristina Kania (Nick) and Jessica Ferrentino (Frank). She is also survived by her grandchildren Nicole (Danny), Jarrod, Colleen, Cheri, Shane (Priscilla), Phillip, Megan, Lauren, Kelsey, Garrett, Jenna, Lindsey, Paige, Courtney, Heather (Mike), MJ, CJ, Shelby, Kellie, Callie and Ashley; along with 14 great-grandchildren; brother Joseph Gora (Grace); daughter in law Maureen Carroll. Barbara is also survived by Richie and Jacob McPherson who had become a part of the family over time.

A visitation for family and friends will be held on Friday, March 3, 2017 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm at Deltona Memorial Funeral Home and Cemetery with a funeral service to follow at 3:00 pm.