Michael M. Mulcahy, 79, of Huntley, died peacefully, November 16, 2021
Visitation will be on Friday, November 19, 2021, from 4:00 to 7:00pm at DeFiore Funeral Home- 10763 Dundee Road, Huntley. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday at 1pm at St. Mary Catholic Church-10307 Dundee Road, Huntley. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to American Heart Association or St. Mary/ St. Vincent DePaul Society.
Michael was born March 27, 1942, in Chicago, Illinois the son of Maurice and Margaret Mulcahy. On January 30, 1965, he married Susan Otto. From 1958 until 2003 he worked for Wallace, starting out working on the docks and working his way up to retire as Executive Vice President. He was a golfer, a fisherman and traveler, he also enjoyed fantasy football, the White Sox, the Bears, the Bulls, and the Blackhawks. He was an avid Notre Dame Football fan. He was a lover of music and dancing and was a member of St. Mary's Choir. He enjoyed spending time with his friends and family at his log cabin in Wisconsin. He was a loving husband, father, Papa, and friend who will be missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by his Wife, Susan, his children, Laura (Fran) Zappitelli ,Erin (Paul) Carey, Bridget Mulcahy, Michael (Heather) Mulcahy, Kate (Dom DiPasquale) Mulcahy, by his grandchildren, Adelle Burton, Lauren Zappitelli, Kara Zappitelli, Margaret Wickersham, Julie Zappitelli, Mackenzie Wickersham, Colin Carey, Ryan Carey, Finn Mulcahy, Maeve Mulcahy, Nunzio DiPasquale, Weylin Mulcahy, Talulla Mulcahy, Iris DiPasquale and by his siblings, Eileen Mulcahy, James Mulcahy, and Maurice (Bud) Mulcahy.
Michael was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Patrick and John Mulcahy.
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To the entire Mulcahy Family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my heart and prayers during this most difficult time. God Bless all of you.
I am so very sorry to read this news this morning. Mike always welcomed Jake, Cora and myself with open arms and such love and kindness. He loved his family to its fullest and enjoyed every memory they all made together. There will be a void in their hearts. I love you all!
Dear Mulcahy Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Mike at Wallace from 1975 to 1990. He was always a Gentleman with a great sense of humor and a twinkle in his eye. May Mike Rest in Peace and may his Memory be Eternal. Pete Pappas
Susan, I am so, so sorry. Prayers are being said for both, you and Mike. I sat behind you in Choir. God bless you.
Kate & Dom & children. My sincere condolences to you & all your family. May you find peace as you mourn your father’s passing. Prayers.
So very sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful person. God Bless you all. Keep you all in my prayers
When most people are thinking about Thanksgiving, we'll be missing you. We'll always be thankful you were part of our family and the memories we shared.
May you be held in the hands of the Lord as you struggle through your grief. We hold you in our thoughts and prayers
Susan, I am so very sorry for your loss. He surely will be missed.
Laura and Fran , so very sorry . Have you in my prayers . Know how very difficult it is for you . He will always always be with you . Mary Kay and Richard
Dear Erin and all of you, I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you… love Sonja
Dear Erin and all of you, I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you… love Sonja
Dear Erin and all… I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you… love sonja
Laura, Fran, and Family. We are so sorry to hear about your loss. We wish you all the best and hope you all find peace during this difficult time. May God bless you all.
My sincere condolences to the entire family. I enjoyed singing together at St Mary’s.
My condolences and prayers for the entire Mulcahy! Family! I had the privilege to work with Mike and brother Pat for many years. Always a bigger the life gentlemen! Rest In Peace!
It is hard to believe you are gone. You were a larger than life example of a proud Irishman who knew how to succeed. Sue and family you will be in our prayers. God Bless from fellow Wallace alum.
Dear Family, I send hugs to you all. Mr. Mulcahy was always smiling, laughing and joking. He loved to play games and pranks. He prayed at the table with his family. He snuggled Sue on the couch. He enthusiastically shouted at the TV during ball games. He gave wonderful hugs. He will be sorely missed because he is so very loved. xoxo
Susan, I can’t believe Mike is gone. He was just singing with me and the other tenors a week ago. I will miss his smile and how friendly he always was. We are keeping you and all of your family in our prayers. And please know that if you ever need anything or just someone to talk to, we are only a block away. God Bless you!
So sorry to hear of the passing of my 1st cousin Michael. My condolences to all the family. I had the pleasure of meeting him 2 yrs ago when he came to Ireland and took him to where his roots were in Rowels Meelin Co.Cork. Ar deis de go raibh a anam.
Susan, I am so, so sorry. Prayers are being said for both, you and Mike. I sat behind you in Choir. God bless you.
So sorry for the passing of Mike. A fine man he was. So enjoyed seeing you and him at choir. Peace and blessings to you Susan and your family. Fondly, fellow Alto......Joanne
Laura/Fran & Mulchay Family sorry for the loss of a great man.
Mike , Heather and Kids, Our sincere condolences to you & all your family. May you find peace as you mourn your father’s passing. Prayers xoxo
Gopal, Kamu & SolvEdge. Our deepest condolence to you & all your family and may his soul rest in peace. Will keep you all in my prayers.
Gopal, Kamu & SolvEdge. Our deepest condolence to you & all your family and may his soul rest in peace. Will keep you all in my prayers.
Our deepest sympathy for you and you family. Sending Prayers
Hi Mike, as you know Mike was a very special guy to me as well, and I'm so very, very sorry of his passing so suddenly. All my best wishes go to you and your family - Mike was one of a kind and a truly great guy.
Sue, what a rush of vivid memories! We fondly hold Big Mike forever in our hearts and sadden for your loss. Mike affected our days positively starting in Wallace Clinton IL Plant and continued onward in Elk Grove and St Charles. Mike 's of love the business and genuine personal interest in all of us is likely unsurpassed by anyone I have worked for. We are so thankful to have been part of the Wallace family and long time leadership by Mike.
Sue, Kathy and I were sad to hear Mike passed away. Our thoughts are with you and your family. On a personal note, Mike was a great leader and mentor to many of us at Wallace. I learned a lot from him and was proud to be on the team with him. Cherish the memories.
Laura, Fran and family, We are sending you so much love. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless you all.
To the Mulcahy Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. God bless your entire family.