Frank Mullen passed away peacefully on August 24, 2026, surrounded by his family.
Frank was born November 5, 1946, the son of John Francis "Frank" Mullen and Anna Marie (Rizzo) Mullen. The son of a horse trainer, Frank grew up in Millbrook, New York, and attended Poughkeepsie High School.
Frank served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, completing a tour of duty in Pleiku, Vietnam.
Following his military service, Frank traveled the country training horses. He eventually made his way to the Finger Lakes, where he met his wife, Caroline. Together they built a life and raised their two children. Frank worked at the VA Medical Center in Canandaigua, where he spent 26 years before retiring.
Frank was a huge fan of Red Jacket sports and rarely missed a game Frankie played. He was a familiar presence on the sidelines, always there cheering him on.
Frank is survived by his wife of 46 years, Caroline (Kornbau) Mullen; his son, Frankie Mullen; his daughter, Lauren (Darien) White; and his four granddaughters, Kaylee, Cassidy, Lillian, and Audrey. He was predeceased by his parents, John Francis "Frank" Mullen and Anna Marie (Rizzo) Mullen.
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Frank will be laid to rest on Friday, September 4, 2026, at noon at Woodlawn Cemetery in Canandaigua. Light refreshments will follow at the Shortsville Rod and Gun Club.
You may write a memory or condolence to the family by visiting www.halstedpatrickfuneralhome.com
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