Eileen Mulroy, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, cherished family member, teacher and devoted friend, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2025, at the age of 85.
The daughter of Vincent and Anne (Murphy) Toner, she was born on Feb. 21, 1940, in Brooklyn.
Eileen spent her professional life doing what she loved most: teaching. As a dedicated fourth-grade teacher and a passionate advocate for children, she made a lasting difference in countless young lives. Her classroom was a place of encouragement and fairness—a sanctuary where every child felt seen and supported. Her commitment to her students and her ability to inspire and believe in others was her true legacy.
Eileen had a lifelong love affair with tennis — including traveling to all four Grand Slam tournaments in the world. Her love of tennis was contagious — she played with joy, watched with passion and talked about it endlessly.
An adventurous traveler, Eileen had a lifelong passion for discovering the world. Whether exploring historic sites or distant lands, she embraced each experience with a curious mind. She was a voracious reader and would be happiest reading a John le Carré novel with a “hot” cup of tea in hand.
Eileen’s life was rooted in the values she held dear — encouragement, fairness, honesty, knowledge and, above all, love. She had an insistence on being her authentic self while being thoughtful of others, with a quiet strength. Her love for her family was unconditional, and her friendships were deep and enduring.
Left to cherish her memory are her children: James Mulroy and his fiancée, Gina Haffey, of Wilmington, N.C.; Thomas Mulroy of West New York, N.J.; and Ann Sundheimer and her husband, Brad, and her beloved grandchildren, Lindsay, Ryan, and Sean of Sugar Loaf. She is also survived by her siblings: Anne Fallon of Tucson, Arizona; Frank Toner of Queens; and Patrick Toner, also of Queens.
Eileen was also predeceased by her brothers Vincent, James and Gerald Toner.
Visitation was held April 22 at Smith, Seaman & Quackenbush Funeral Home, 117 Maple Ave., Monroe.
A Funeral Mass was celebrated April 23 at Sacred Heart Church, 26 Still Road, Monroe.
Memorial contributions can be made in Eileen’s memory to Savethechildren, or https://www.childrenscancerfundny.org/in-honor-of-eileen-mulroy/
Arrangements by Smith, Seaman & Quackenbush, Inc., Funeral Homes (845 782-8185 or www.ssqfuneralhome.com).