Francis M. Mullery, 78, of Yardville, passed away Thursday, July 19, 2012 at his home.  Born in Pittston, PA, he was a resident of Hillside for many years before moving to Yardville in 2002.  A US Navy veteran, Francis retired from American Can Company.  Francis was a member of St Vincent de Paul Church in Yardville and was also active with the Knights of Columbus.  He was a devoted family man and in the years after his retirement, he enjoyed spending time with his family.

Son of the late John and Margaret Mullery, he is survived by his wife of 53 years, Marta Mullery; his children, Steven Mullery, Christopher Mullery, Michelle Karlik, Scott Mullery and Lisa Murin; a brother, Joseph Mullery; two sisters, Marie McConnon and Louise Traficante; 13 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11 am on Monday, July 23rd at St. Vincent de Paul Church, 555 Allentown Rd., Yardville, NJ.  Interment will follow in St. John's Cemetery, Allentown.  Friends may call Sunday from 6-9pm at the Peppler Funeral Home, 114 S. Main St. Allentown.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Market Street Missions, 9 Market St., Morristown, NJ 07960.