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Robert Mulvaney died at in his accommodation in Saville Place, above the Burton House pub, on Thursday, July 2.

Sunderland coroner’s office is trying to trace his relatives and it is believed the 72-year-old, born in Sunderland on July 5, 1947, may have had a son or possibly two sons.

Despite a number of calls following an initial appeal through the Echo, coroner’s officer Neville Dixon is yet to be able to find a relative who can help with his inquiries.

The late Robert Mulvaney lived above the Burton House in Sunderland city centre, with the search on to find his family. Image copyright Google Maps.

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Mr Dixon, who is based at Sunderland Civic Centre, has asked anyone with any details which could help him find Mr Mulvaney’s relations to get in touch.

Anyone with information can call Mr Dixon on (0191) 561 7842 or email [email protected].

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