Martin M. Mullin

Martin M. ""Marty"" Mullin, 52, Rockford, passed away at 11:06a.m. on Monday, March 2, 2009, in OSF St. Anthony Medical Center. He was born May 3, 1956, in Pittsburg, PA; son of Robert J. and Mary (Gharrity) Mullin. Marty was a member of Living Word Church of God. Marty had a fortitude borne of hardship endured from an early age. Run over by a car at the age of 3, it was uncertain that he would survive. No one would have guessed that Marty would grow to have a good, independent life through the generous help of his good friends at Milestone, Inc., and become such a contributing member of his church, family and work communities. Martys determination and dependability were demonstrated in his long career with Dasco through Growth Enterprises. Marty had an adventurous, joyful spirit that brought smiles and laughter to his friends, family, and those who took the time to know him. He loved to travel, to experience new things and see new places. He was very loyal, and loved to be with family and friends. Marty also had a calm, patient manner. His tolerance, and even kindness, in the face of a life full of adversity, demonstrated a very practical faith, a faith that worked. Survived by his mother, Mary Schneider; siblings, Pat (Dori) Mullin, Orland Park, Molly (Dave) Fulling, Rockford, Mike (Annie) Mullin, Henderson, NV, John (Carla) Mullin, Rockford, Sarah (Mark) Mandel, Schaumburg, and Matt (Lynne) Mullin, San Antonio, TX; many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his father. Funeral service will be held at 10:00a.m., Thursday, March 5, 2009, at Living Word Church of God, 7801 Eastmont, Loves Park, 61111 with Pastor John McClintok officiating. Burial in Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5pm until 7pm, Wednesday, March 4, 2009, in Fitzgerald Funeral Home and Crematory, Rockton Chapel, 3910 N. Rockton Av. Rockford, IL 61103. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Illinois Growth Enterprises 7200 Clinton Rd, Loves Park, IL 61111, Milestone Incorporated 4060 McFarland Rd, Rockford, IL 61111 or Living Word Church of God, 7801 Eastmont, Loves Park, IL 61111. Send online condolences to www.fitzgeraldfh.com