Joseph Mulhall

In the early morning of February 21, 2012 Joe passed away with his family by his side after a brief and courageous battle with cancer.

Joe is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Pauline; his son Blair; grandchildren, Stephanie, Joseph and Julian; step-grandchildren, Rebecca, Caitlin and Emma and great grandchild, Mannix.

Joe was born in Birmingham, England and emigrated to Montreal, Canada in 1966 bringing his young family with him to start a new life there. Always the adventurer, the call of the west went out shortly thereafter and Joe followed, family in tow, moving to Calgary, AB. in 1968 and then on to Banff in 1969.

Joe and his family laid their roots down in Banff falling in love with the town and it's community, forging many long-lasting friendships. First working for the Mineral Springs Hospital as a building maintenance man, later working for Brewsters as a bus mechanic, Joe finally settled into a long and successful career as a heavy duty mechanic for Parks Canada.

Big Joe, as he was affectionately called, devoted his life to his family, never failing to protect and put them first. However, he loved all people believing the best was in them and in kind, they loved him in return.

His kind and embracing spirit was infectious to all who knew him. That big wave and "Hi ya mate" was as charming as it was sincere, if you needed anything, he was there to lend a helping hand; if it was broken, there wasn't anything Joe couldn't fix for you.

Joe's house was a revolving open door where one could enjoy his masterful story telling over a rum and coke, taking you to other places and times, always leaving you wanting more. "Tell us another one Joe" was an expression heard innumerable times under the stars in the backyard or around the supper table.

Joe retired in 1992 and moved with the love of his life Polly, to Invermere BC, where they made many more friends. There, Joe embraced golf as his favorite pass-time, only to discover the one thing he would never fix... an un-erring hook.

We miss him terribly, love him always, God speed Joe.

To the staff of Invermere Hospital, Columbia House and Invermere Home Care. You were truly compassionate and wonderful to Joe in his time of need. You have our family's deepest gratitude.

Funeral Service was held Wednesday, February 29, 2012 at the Rundle Memorial United Church in Banff. A Celebration of Joe's Life followed at the Col Moore Branch, Royal Canadian Legion in Banff.

Cremation Service of Interment was held on Wednesday, March 7, 2012 in the Old Banff Cemetery.

Friends wishing to remember Joe may make a donation in his memory to The Invermere Columbia House or a charity of their choice.

Services provided by Russ Reynolds and Bow River Funeral Service.