MULVEY, Richard K.
Source: The Fountain County Neighbor, October 11, 2000, pg A3
ATTICA — Richard Kneale Mulvey,
PhD., 79, formerly of the Lafayette community, died Wednesday, October Dr.
Mulvey was retired as Professor of Pharmacology in the School of Pharmacy and
Allied Health at Wayne State University in Detroit where he taught for twenty
five years. Dr. Mulvey's life was rich and his friendships many. he was born
September 12, 1921 on the family farm between Delphi and Americus. He was the
son of Schuyler and Bessie Mulvey. An only child, Richard came to love music at
an early age and began teaching piano at the age of fourteen. He taught voice
for many years and also performed as a bass baritone. He continued to play the
piano throughout his life, seeking to improve his skills and understanding of
music. In recent years he studied music theory at Wayne State University to
learn how to compose music and to chart jazz. After graduating in 1939 from
Buck Creek High School, he entered Purdue University where he was a member of
the Souve Drill Team. At Purdue, he was a member of the Acacia Fraternity. He
later earned a doctoral degree in pharmacology from Purdue University. His
education, however, was interrupted when he was drafted to serve in World War
II. He achieved the rank of Captain in the United States Army, and was
responsible for pharmacy services at the Army hospital in Manila, Philippines.
This opportunity to travel overseas led to his lifelong desire to see the
world; and during his retirement years he toured Europe, visiting the art
museums and historic sites of Austria, England, France, Greece, Italy, Russia
and Spain. Whenever he traveled, he stayed in hostels where he enjoyed the
company of other travelers from around the world. Richard was a faithful
supporter of his community, a contributor to the Detroit Institute of Arts and
the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. Dr. Mulvey valued his heritage and maintained
contact with many of his cousins. He restored his homestead and succeeded in
acquiring historic designation for his family's arm. He is remembered by his
friends for his kindness and, great consideration. His interest in everything
around him were remarkable attributes. He was always open to new ideas and new
adventures. His capacity foe friendship was unlimited, and those who are
saddened by his passing include individuals of many ages from all walks of life
and many orientation. Dr. Mulvey is survived by his two first cousins, Mary
Ellen Marshall, Lufkin, Texas and Robert Coit Mulvey, Springfield, Ill. along
with a host of local cousins. A memorial service was held Tuesday, October 10
at 11:00 a.m. at the Central United Methodist Church in Detroit, Mich. with
Rev. Ed Rowe officiating. A memorial gravesite service will be held at the
Salem Cemetery, east of Attica, on Sunday, October 15 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev.
Phillip Emerson officiating. – jlr