Fundraiser Scheduled for Branford Firefighter's Wife Who is Battling Cancer

By Jack Kramer, Correspondent

BRANFORD, CT – The Mullen family has always given to the Branford firefighting community and now that one of them is in need firefighters are giving back.

Barbara Mullen is battling cancer. She recently underwent surgery and while she’s been recuperating, she will soon face another surgery, according Branford Fire Department Assistant Chief and Fire Marshal Shaun Heffernan.

Heffernan said while Barbara has been fighting cancer she has been unable to work at her full-time job at Premiere Subaru in Branford. Her husband, Mike, has been a volunteer firefighter in Branford for more than four decades.

“So, we want to help her and her family with her medical expenses,” explained Heffernan.

On Wednesday, Feb. 1, the Branford Fire Department and Lenny's Indian Head Inn will host "A Fundraiser for Barbara and Mike" at Lenny's Indian Head Inn, 205 South Montowese St. from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. All proceeds will help the Mullens defray medical bills and other expenses, said Heffernan.

“It’s going to a real good time,” said Heffernan, who said the $50 ticket will include full dinner, complimentary Bud draft and house wine, live music with the Wayne & Chris Duo, raffle prizes and a silent auction.

The Mullens are members of Branford's multi-generation firefighting family, which also included Mike's late father, former Branford Fire Chief Peter Mullen, and late brother, former Branford Fire Deputy Chief Ron Mullen.

Tickets can be purchased in advance at Lenny's or by contacting Heffernan or Leah at the fire house at (203) 488-7266 or via email sent to heff@branfordfire.com