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In memory of those who have Crossed the Bar
MULDOON, Daniel William (Buck) - It is with deep sadness and appreciation for a long life well lived, that we, the family announce the peaceful passing of our beloved father, Daniel William Muldoon ‘Buck’, on Friday, January 21, 2022, at home, where he lived with his daughter, Shauna and his son-in-law, Kirk Morrison.
Born on November 19, 1925, in Glace Bay, Buck was the son of the late Harry and Mary Muldoon (Devereaux).
As a young man, he worked at the Sydney Steel Plant prior to enlisting to serve his country during WWII, as a member of the Royal Canadian Navy, serving much of his active-duty time in the North Atlantic. After the war, Buck joined the Naval Firefighting Service before transitioning to a career as a firefighter with the Sydney Fire Department. After 35 years of service, he retired from the Sydney Fire Department in 1990, as Deputy Fire Chief.
Buck was a loving and devoted husband and father. He met the love of his life, our beloved mother, Shirley, after he was introduced to the young nursing student by his sisters. Buck was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed nature, hunting, and fishing.
Upon retirement, Buck remained very active in the community and was a member of the Sydney Pensioners Club, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 138 and the Cape Breton Naval Veterans Association. He continued to enjoy fishing for mackerel with his many fishing buddies well into his eighties. Buck very much enjoyed spending time in Boisdale with family and Crosby, his beloved grand dog. Dad’s highlight of the week was cooking Sunday family dinners, especially those dinners where his granddaughter, Sarah was present.
Buck is survived by his devoted children, Maureen (Rob) MacNeil, Dan (Deborah), Shauna (Kirk) Morrison; grandchildren, Ryan Muldoon, Sarah Muldoon, Matthew MacNeil, Mark (Hillary) MacNeil, and great granddaughter, Evaline. He is also survived by sisters, Rita, Boston and Patsy, Edmonton.
Besides his parents, Buck was predeceased by his wife, Shirley; sisters, Catherine, Sr. Barbara, Mary, Colleen, Margaret, and brother, Harry.
Dad we will greatly miss your kind and loving presence in our lives. In our hearts, you were a giant of a man, deeply religious and faithfully committed to your catholic faith. During your long life you served your country and community, and we will find comfort knowing that you made a difference and were part of the greatest generation. After almost 35 years apart, we are pleased that you will finally be reunited with mom. Fair Winds and Following Seas.
We want to thank the VON and Palliative care nurses, doctors and dad’s caregivers who were compassionate and always available during his final weeks. Thanks to Veteran Affairs for all you did to provide care resources, comfort, and support. Dad never wanted to leave his home and thanks to you, he was able to be at home until the end.
There will be no visitation for the late Daniel ‘Buck’ Muldoon. Due to Covid restrictions, a private family Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, January 28, 2022, at 10 a.m. in Holy Redeemer Church, Whitney Pier with Fr. Paul Murphy officiating. Interment will be in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Daniel William Muldoon may be made to the Holy Redeemer Parish Building Fund or the Hospice Palliative Care Society of Cape Breton.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of the Pier Community Funeral Home.
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