Michael Herbert Mullavey

Michael H. Mullavey
Accountant, Dedicated Franklin Resident


Franklin - Michael H. Mullavey, a lifelong resident of Franklin, died peacefully on October 15, 2024 at home surrounded by his loving family.

Mike was born in Franklin on July 16, 1941, the only child of William Bradford (“Brad”) Mullavey and Ruth (Griffin, Mullavey) Guay. He graduated from Franklin High School in 1959 and New England College in 1963 with a degree in Business Administration and Major in Accounting.

Mike worked for the International Telephone and Telegraph (ITT) plant in Massachusetts and Florida for 10 years before going to General Instruments on Long Island, NY as Plant Controller for 3 years. He went to General Signal Corp in New York City; Terryville, CT; and Warwick, RI as Vice President of Finance for 10 years before returning to Franklin to run his own business for 8 years. He returned to the financial field as Vice President of Finance for Acme Staple Co. and National Survival Game for 8 years. He took care of people with disabilities and ran his own accounting business for 6 years before his retirement in 2008.

The various awards he was given over time point to his interest in community and sports. The Citizen of the Year award given by the City of Franklin and the Community Builder award given by the Masons show his devotion to Franklin. He worked for many years improving the public parks and helping return the downtown to a way of life he enjoyed as a child. He was instrumental in building the original TRIP Center and worked on various city boards and committees. He was given the Sportsman of the Year award by the Franklin High School where he played every major sport, plus he was a devoted fan of all New England sports teams.

The award given by the Lakes Region Habitat for Humanity was to honor Mike’s completion of construction of 20 houses in 10 years and included an autographed hammer by Habitat for Humanity founder, Millard Fuller. An award given by NH Governor John Lynch highlighted his work upgrading the streetlights on Central Street in Franklin. He was the Treasurer and Past President of the Franklin Rotary Club and was a life member of the Franklin Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, Lodge #1280.

Mike was a member of the Franklin Congregational Christian Church for over 60 years. He held several administrative positions including Deacon for over 20 years, Chair of the Deacons, member of the Church Council, church Moderator, and participated in many church fundraisers helping improve the facility and supporting people in need.

In July, he was delighted to spend the 44th anniversary of his 39th birthday with family at their annual lobster and clam feed, a tradition begun by his mother. Mike was the father of four children, all of Franklin: Michele Merwin; Kathryn (Michael) Pevine; Sarah (Scott) Stanley; and Michael L. (Kim Schiavone) Mullavey. He had 8 grandchildren: Waylon (Erica); Justin (Tiela); Jennifer (Karl); Ashley (Buddy); Michael (Ashley); Scott; Stephanie (David); and Nicholas (Gina). He also enjoyed 9 great grandchildren (with one on the way) and several cousins.

“I go with peace in my heart knowing that my children have done their best to live the good life, look out for others, and prepare themselves for the future. I know I’ve done my best to do more good… Until we meet again.” - Michael H. Mullavey

Visiting hours will be 2 to 4 pm at the Smart Memorial Home, 584 W. Main St. in Tilton, on Sunday, October 20, 2024. Funeral Service will be held at the Congregational Christian Church, South Main St, West Franklin, at 11 am on Monday, October 21, 2024, followed by burial at Franklin Cemetery and celebration of life at Thompson Hall, Congregational Christian Church.

The family sincerely thanks Franklin VNA & Hospice for their loving care. Donations in Mike’s memory may be made to: the Franklin VNA & Hospice (75 Chestnut St, Franklin NH 03235); the Congregational Christian Church Memorial/Steeple fund (PO Box 69, Franklin NH 03235); or the Odell Park Fund (Franklin Parks & Rec, 12 Rowell Dr, Franklin NH 03235).

In the end, it’s not the years in your life that count; it’s the life in your years.