James Francis Mulholland Sr.

December 28, 1948 - December 1, 2021

James Francis Mulholland, Sr., age 72 of Rehoboth Beach, DE, passed away on Wednesday, December 1, 2021, after a courageous battle with cancer, at home in Rehoboth Beach, DE. He was born on December 28, 1948, in Philadelphia, PA, son of the late Joseph Leroy and Margaret Mulholland. Mr. Mulholland built a lifelong career for US Steel in Fairless Hills, PA, from which he retired after many dedicated years. He was a member of Tacony Lodge 600 Free Masons and LuLu Shriners. Mr. Mulholland was an avid traveler, enjoying cruises and visiting all around the world. Above all, he cherished time spent with those he loved. Mr. Mulholland was a loving and devoted husband, father, stepfather, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He was loved by many and will be deeply missed by all who had the good fortune to know him. In addition to his parents, Mr. Mulholland was preceded in death by his 1st wife, Renee Mulholland; his daughter-in-law, Amber Mulholland; his stepson, Danny Valera; and his brother, Joseph Mulholland. He is survived by his wife of 12 years, Catherine Mulholland; his children: Cheri Goodgion (John) of Levittown, PA and Jimmy Mulholland, Jr. of Rehoboth Beach, DE; his stepdaughter-in-law, Sarah Valera; his grandchildren: Nathan, Breanna, Hailey, Samantha (Kris), James III, Carli (Dan), Ian, Sophie, and Olivia; his great-granddaughter, Ensley; his siblings: Jackie Frawley (Denise) of Nottingham, PA and Margie Ambrose (Mark) of Croydon, PA; his sister-in-law, Carol Armstrong; and his brother-in-law, Joseph Uniatowski (Linda) and his deceased wife, Mary-Ann; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends; his loyal canine companions, Duke and Wings; his 2 cats; and his 3 birds. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, December 15, 2021, at 4:00 PM, at Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 16961 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE, where friends may call beginning at 2:00 PM. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, masks are required and social distancing must be observed by all persons attending or participating in any aspect of the services. All are invited to view the livestream of the funeral service by visiting: http://www.parsellfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/permalink/10268387/LTWebcast Memorial contributions may be made at your discretion, in Mr. Mulholland’s memory to the Shriners Hospitals for Children, Office of Development, 2900 Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, FL 33607. Please sign the virtual guestbook located on the tribute page.