In Taunton, November 17, 2008 Robert died at home while surrounded by his family after a lengthy illness. Robert leaves his wife Aline (Fontes) Mulhern of Taunton. Robert was born in Taunton to his late parents Robert & Beverly (Chappron) Mulhern. He was educated in Taunton schools, received his undergraduate degree from U-Mass Dartmouth and his graduate from U-Mass Boston. Robert was also an Air Force veteran retiring in 1994. He also was an ROTC instructor for eleven years. He was employed recently as the assistant principal for King Philip Middle School. He was a member of the Elk’s, Disabled American Veterans. He also was an avid runner and enjoyed traveling, cycling, golf and loved being with his grandchildren. Besides his wife Robert leaves his children Robert Mulhern III of Taunton, Ryan Mulhern of Warner Robins, Georgia, Brian Silvia of Raynham and Tina Hines of Norton. His grand daughters Dejah & Jadah DeCosta Silvia of Raynham and Jasmine Hines of Norton. His siblings Dianne McMann & her husband Kevin of Taunton, Susan Mulhern of Taunton, Ronald Mulhern & his wife Elaine of Littleton, Colorado and Russell Mulhern & his wife Cheryl of Taunton. Robert is also survived by several neices and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Jude the Apostle Church on Friday, Nov. 21st at 11am. Relatives and friends are invited to visiting hours on Thursday from 4-8pm. in the O’Keefe-Wade Funeral Home, 70 Washington St. in Taunton. Interment in St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Taunton. In lieu of flowers donations in Robert’s memory may be made to Hospice & Palliative Care, 502 Bedford St., Fall River, MA. 02720