Edmund J. Mullen

Edmund J. Mullen, a beloved husband, father, stepfather, grandfather, and great-grandfather, will be remembered for his devotion to family, distinguished career in education, and lifelong commitment to serving others.

Edmund dedicated more than three decades of his life to Northeastern University, where he served in several administrative positions, including 23 years as University Registrar. He also shared his love of history as a senior lecturer. His passion for education extended beyond the United States through international consulting work in Greece and Algeria.

Edmund earned both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Northeastern University and proudly served his country in the United States Army Signal Corps from 1957 to 1959.

Above all, Edmund treasured his family and the memories they created together.

He leaves behind his loving wife, Kathleen Mullen; his three sons, Jonathan Mullen of Amesbury, Massachusetts, David Mullen of Newbury, Massachusetts, and Stephen Mullen of Newburyport, Massachusetts; and his stepchildren, Karen McCann of Shirley, Massachusetts, Andrew Rybicki of Chelmsford, Massachusetts, Brian Rybicki of Topsfield, Massachusetts, and Jessica Rybicki of Topsfield, Massachusetts.

He also leaves behind his cherished grandchildren, Caroline Mullen, Aram Mullen, Nora Hartsell, Ben Rybicki, Niamh McCann, Kaitlyn Rybicki, Eamon McCann, Cameron Rybicki, Alex Rybicki, and Kaija Rybicki-Galat, along with two beloved great-grandchildren. Edmund was predeceased by his wife, Carol Mullen.

Edmund’s life was one of dedication, accomplishment, and love. While his professional achievements were many, his greatest legacy will always be the family he loved and the lives he touched. He will be deeply missed, lovingly remembered, and forever held in the hearts of those who had the privilege of knowing him. A funeral mass will be celebrated at 11:00 am at St. Joan of Arc 61 Canal Rd. Orleans, MA 02653 followed by burial at 1:15pm at Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne, MA. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Tunnel to Towers or St. Jude’s Hospital.