A transitional deacon — the year before he becomes a priest is celibate.
A permanent deacon who serves in a hospital, parish, school, etc. can be married. Their wives accompany them to social functions.
Yes, the reason I asked was that I attended a funeral service at a funeral home given by a married RC Deacon wearing full vestments.
He gave a very nice service.
McNabb means "son of the Abbot."