Catherine A. McMullen

Catherine A. McMullen, 97, Fargo, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 4, 2026, at St. Catherine North in Fargo.

Catherine was born on January 1, 1929, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, to Patrick and Gertrude (DeLaney) Stevens. She graduated from Sacred Heart Academy in 1947, where she met her future husband, John McMullen. The two were married on September 30, 1950, at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church.

Following their marriage, Catherine and John made their home in Fargo, where Catherine devoted herself to raising their family as a stay-at-home mother.
Catherine loved playing bridge, but golf was especially close to her heart. She was active in the women’s golf league at Edgewood Golf Course and spent many enjoyable days on the course. Catherine and John also shared a love of travel, particularly their trips to Texas, where they could spend time together and enjoy plenty of golf. Above all, Catherine treasured her family and took great pride in being involved in the many activities of her children and grandchildren throughout the years.

Her faith and church were also an important part of Catherine’s life. She was always willing to lend a hand, including helping with the church laundry, something she affectionately referred to as “washing God’s clothes.”

John passed away in 1989.

Catherine is survived by her children, Pat (Shirley) McMullen, Tim McMullen, Dan McMullen, Mary (Wes) Braunberger, Mark (Pauline) McMullen, and Ann (John) Zetocha; 14 grandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Patrick and Gertrude Stevens; and her husband, John McMullen.

Prayer Service: 7:00 P.M. Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at Boulger Funeral Home and Celebration of Life Center, Fargo, with visitation beginning at 6:00 P.M.

Funeral Mass: 11:00 A.M. Thursday, October 15, 2026, at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, Fargo.

Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery North, Fargo.