Celebrating the life of
John Edward Mulvaney, Jr.
July 29, 1949 - June 30, 2025
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John Edward Mulvaney, Jr., 76, of Savannah passed away Monday, June 30, 2025 peacefully after a long illness. John was born July 29, 1949 in Savannah, Georgia. John attended local schools before joining the United States Navy and serving in Vietnam with the Seabees. He graduated from the University of Florida and worked briefly before joining the United States Army. John retired from the Army in 1993 as a Staff Sergeant. While stationed in Belgium, John formed several close friendships. He visited them every fall and always kept a suitcase packed and ready for his next trip. John had many help him as health deteriorated. None more so than Phyllis Hamrick and his sister-in-law Jamie.
John is survived by his mother, Eleanor Mulvaney, brothers Tom (Jamie) and Jim along with many nieces and nephews who he deeply loved. He was proceeded in death by his sister Carole and father John Edward Mulvaney, Sr.
The family will hold a graveside service on Monday July 7, 2025 in the Greenwich section of Bonaventure Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to chapter 671 of the Vietnam Veterans of America in Savannah, Georgia.
Repose en paix. Bisous de Belgique
- Céline , Mons, Belgium
Thanks for all the good times we share. You always be in my heart. Joffrey
- Gislain, Mons, Belgium
Tommy and Jamie, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my heart. My his memory be a blessing. Martha
- martha swindelle, savannah, GA
May you rest in peace. You will be missed in Belgium and in the university society. Doro
- Dorothée Duliere, Mons, Belgium
We met John when he arrived in Belgium in 1993 and introduced directly him in our group. He has been a friend for years til his last way. We extend to his family, our sincerest condolences.
- Isabelle , Mons, Belgium
His memory will remain in our memories for a long time.
- Edwin, Mons, Belgium
Since our meeting in 1990, it was a real pleasure to see you again at the bleusaille each year. Thank you for everything and especially to be our daughter's godfather . We'll meet again up there to share a good beer. Our deepest condolences to your family. Rest in peace.
- Marillesse- Wauquier, Mons, Belgium
Every year, he returned from America with a suitcase full of gifts and thoughtful touches for each of his Belgian friends. He gave from the heart, simply, generously, and sincerely. We send our heartfelt condolences to his mother and to all his loved ones. We will never forget the moments we shared with him. They will remain forever in our hearts. Goodbye, John and thank you for everything
- Myriam, Sullivan, Ludovic, Nimy , Belgique
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
- Graveside Service
- 10:00 a.m. on Mon, July 07, 2025
- Greenwich Cemetery
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330 Greenwich Road (map)
Savannah GA 31404 - 912-651-6843
