John Quinlan McMullen, Jr., 75, longtime resident of Wethersfield, beloved husband of Diane (Leger) McMullen, peacefully passed away Sunday, August 15, 2021 in Hartford Hospital. Born April 30, 1946 and raised in Hartford, he was the adored child of John Quinlan Sr. and Mary (Barboza) McMullen. He attended Hartford schools, graduating from Hartford Public High School, Class of 1964.
John was a dedicated Letter Carrier for the US Postal Service for over 40 years in Hartford and the Elmwood section of West Hartford prior to his retirement. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather who cherished any time he spent with his family, which included attending all the sporting events of his grandchildren as their biggest fan. John was a member of NARFE (National Association of Retired Federal Employees). John also served in the Army National Guard. He was an avid golfer, playing many different courses as well as being a member of the City of Hartford Golf League, where he made many longtime friends.
Along with his wife Diane, John will be deeply missed and forever remembered by his loving family, his daughter and son-in-law, Kelly and Michael “Mike” Orsini of Wethersfield; three treasured grandsons, Michael Orsini, John Orsini and Patrick Therieau with his wife Tracy and two cherished great grandsons, Cooper and Levi. In addition to his parents, John was sadly predeceased by his daughter, Michelle Leigh McMullen. The family would like to thank the staff at the Helen and Harry Gray Cancer Center and CB2 for their kindness and compassion.
John was a friend to all and always there to lend a listening ear, he will be missed.
Friends and family may pay their respects to the McMullen family on Thursday, August 19, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the D’Esopo Funeral Chapel, 277 Folly Brook Blvd, Wethersfield. The family has requested that all attendees wear masks while inside the building. A graveside Prayer Service will be held on Friday, August 20, at 11 a.m. at Rose Hill Memorial Park (Section 16), Rocky Hill. Everyone is asked to meet at the funeral home at 10 a.m. to process to the cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. To extend online expressions of sympathy, please visit www.desopofuneralchapel.com.
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