Obituaries

Stephen "Steve" Joseph Mullen, Sr., 69, of Edgewood, KY, passed away on Tuesday, July 28, 2026.

He was a member of Holy Cross Parish in Covington (Latonia), KY, and a 1974 graduate of Newport Central Catholic High School. Steve worked as a contact lens lab manager for 25 years. He then became owner/operator of Alexandria Parkview Market butcher shop for 13 years. After retirement, Steve enjoyed working in the warehouse at Dynamic Catholic.

He was a 4th Degree Knight and Financial Secretary with Bishop Maes council #17445 Knights of Columbus. Steve was an active member and past-president of the Latonia Youth Club for 20+ years. He was an avid fan and supporter of Notre Dame Football.

Steve was preceded in death by his parents: Howard and Anne Mullen and siblings: Donna (living: Greg) Beane and Howard "Buddy" (living: Soo) Mullen.

He is survived by his loving wife of 34 years: Missy Mullen; former spouse: Karen Gibson; children: Stephen Joseph (Missy) Mullen, Jr., Tony Edward (Rachel) Mullen, Jennifer (Tim) Gair, Jr. and Mindy (Nathan) Schertler; siblings: Sharon Jump, Sheila (Tim) Lee, David (Claire) Mullen and Karl (Theresa) Mullen; grandchildren: Anthony Edward Mullen, Jr., Derric Mullen, Evan Cluxton, Shelby Gair, Myah Mullen, J.J. Mullen and Savannah Jade Cluxton; great-grandson: Wayne Samuel Mullen and numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation will take place on Saturday, August 1, 2026 from 9:00 AM until the Eulogy Service at 10:50 AM, followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM at Holy Cross Church, 3612 Church Street, Covington (Latonia), KY 41015. Interment will follow at Mother of God Cemetery in Fort Wright, KY. A Celebration of Steve's Life will take place from 6:00 PM until 10:00 PM at American Legion Post #203, 3801 Winston Avenue, Covington (Latonia), KY 41015.

Memorials are suggested to Chicks and Chucks c/o chicksandchucks.org. Connley Brothers Funeral Home, Covington (Latonia), KY 41015 is serving the family. Online condolences may be expressed on Facebook or at www.connleybrothersfuneralhome.com.