Obituary: David P. “Punkin” Mulari

As received from Memorial Chapel Funeral and Cremation Service:

     David P. “Punkin” Mulari, 74, a resident of Trimountain, passed away Sunday, March 26, 2023, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Green Bay, WI, following a short illness.

     He was born on December 11, 1948, in Hancock, MI,a son of the late Oswald and Colleen (Boden) Mulari.  David was raised in Painesdale and was a graduate of Jeffers High School.

     On July 19, 1967, he was united in marriage to the former Theresa Savoy.  The couple has resided in Trimountain for the past 49 years.

     Mr. Mulari had worked for the Kingston Mine in Calumet, Horners Flooring Company and was a Carpenter.  For the past 20 years, Punkin had worked as a wingman for the Houghton County Road Commission in the winters.

     He enjoyed side-by-side rides and visiting with family and friends.

     Also preceding him in death were his sister Sue and a brother Roger.

     Surviving are: 

      His Wife Therese Mulari of Trimountain

       His children: David Mulari Jr. of Tapiola

                            Shannon (Lew) Sawicky of Baraga

                            Chad Mulari of Trimountain

         6 Grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren

         6 Brothers and sisters

          Numerous nieces, nephews and cousins

     As requested no service will take place.

     To view Punkin’s obituary or to send condolences to the family please visit www.memorialchapel.net. 

     The Memorial Chapel Funeral & Cremation Service – Mt. View Chapel of South Range is assisting the family with the arrangements.