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Wilson Barnes
August 15, 2011
We of the Class of 1961 will remember Fr Mallahan at our reunion next month. He had many stories and jokes he told and I wish I had heard the Rose joke myself so we could keep it going.
August 12, 2011
Kay and Steve and family. I am so sorry to hear. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cathy Jordan Pedersen
Nick Kunz
August 11, 2011
My Brother and I were Alterboys in the 1960's at Holy Rosary in Edmonds where Father Mallahan would say Sunday Mass. He was always so kind and caring with us, asking about our Family and how we were doing. He made it great serving Mass and was one of our Adult role models that we always looked up too!
May you enjoy the rewards of a lifetime of serve to the Lord and please say hi to my Father and Grandfather, they have been expecting you Father Mallahan!
Ron Gubelman
August 8, 2011
I had just completed the RCIA program and had been asked to be a lector at Holy Rosary. I was nervous before the first time I read and Father Mallahan picked up on it and told me his "Rose" joke. I laughed (of course - he was very funny) and truly appreciated his gesture to make me feel comfortable. During his homily he recognized me for taking part in the church right after completing RCIA. I was truly struck at how welcoming he was then and continued to be throughout his life. I will never forget his kindness. God bless you Father!
August 4, 2011
Wow, "Cuz," (actually first cousin to my wife, Joanne, daughter of Jim's
mother's youngest brother Ed Valencsin) it has been a while since our
last visit! Visited Jim in West Seattle when in that area, and Jim came
to Walla Walla to take care of a couple of Valencsin funerals! Jim leaves us with many pleasant memories!
And a twist!.......Jim, my wife's cousin, when at Blanchet, kicked a cousin of mine (a student) out of school....some years before I ever met Jim or my future wife....oh, well, another story!
Bob & Joanne Brinker
Shawna Fletcher Calhoun
August 4, 2011
My family (the Fletcher's and McGrath's) knew Fr. Mallahan from St. John's Parish in North Seattle. He always had a word for everyone he greeted after Mass. "Well done good and faithful servant, enter into the joy of your Lord"
Paul Treckeme
August 4, 2011
Thank you for the info regarding Fr Mallahan's passing. No, I didn't know and it was sad to hear. He was right up there at the top of my list of what I thought a school administrator should be. He was one of those rare special people who did not let things slip by without taking time to check and re-check to make things right and he had the highest of moral standards. I have many warm memories of him and feel fortunate that I had the opportunity to work with and for him. Unfortunately he is the second person this past week that I have worked with in education who has passed. I guess it's time for me to wake up and smell to roses.
We will not be able to attend but thank you for the invitation.
Paul and Juliette
rudy rogers
August 3, 2011
fr. mallahan was a great priest to me growing up at holy rosary (west seattle). I served as an altar boy when attending Holy Rosary. He also married my wife and i 10 years ago later this month. you will be missed by many.
Jim O'Grady
August 3, 2011
Father Jim was a friend to and an inspiration for many priests of the Archdiocese of Seattle. He modeled a ministry to God's people that was loving and wise, but also a lot of fun. Jim was simply unforgettable!
Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary
August 3, 2011
All of the Sisters of the Holy Names thank God for Fr. Mallahan's life, service and goodness. He was a great man who lived each day of the Gospel message of "Love One Another." We hold his family in prayer and ask God to bless each of you and we know Jim will always be smiling upon you and blessing you. He was so good to all of the Sisters and we thank God for him. He was a special part of our lives and our Mission of education. Lovingly in Jesus and Mary,
August 2, 2011
I believe Father Mallahan was staying at the same Adult Family Home in Bellingham that my aunt is in.
Sorry for you loss.
Kelly Tallariti
August 2, 2011
Will never forget your wonderful and kind spirit. You gave me confidence to cantor masses saying I was blessed to sing sing sing. Thank you father, rest in peace ..
Love Kelly and Dominic Tallariti
August 2, 2011
He married us 41years ago in Edmonds.My husband passed away last Dec. Rest in Peace Father James. JoanneSands Bothell, Washington
August 1, 2011
Fr. Mallahan had a substantial impact on my life. As an eight grader my father passed away and I experienced adjustment difficulties in school. At the time Father Mallahan was assistant pastor at Saint Johns and when it came time for me to apply to Blanchet High School he was my advaocate. I am certain I would have not been admitted without his intervention.The continuation of my Catholic Education was instrumental to my future. When my mother died in 1998, he agreed to conduct the ceremonies at Holy Rood even though he was retired. My family and I owe him a debt of gratitude that can never be repaid.I am certain God has a special place for this man who devoted his life to others. Dan Farrell
Wilson Barnes
August 1, 2011
Those of us who went to Blanchet HS in the early days will remember a straight-talking, no nonsense, warm and friendly man of God who cared for us and directed us and inspired us to be the people that God intended us to be. He always remembered that I was on the first golf team at Blanchet even though that was almost 50 years. There is a void in my life but a wonderful memory in my heart of a remarkable priest and great human being. RIP Fr Mallahan. You did make a difference in our young lives at Blanchet.
Bob Struble
August 1, 2011
Fr. Mallahan helped shepherd me through high school at Blanchet. Many years later, when I was a teacher, I had him visit my class. He forthwith took control and had the students in the palm of his hand.
Joseph Mallahan
August 1, 2011
He was my "Uncle Jimmy"... What a GREAT man he was! I have many wonderful childhood memories of him. He had a love for all of us, and spread it where ever he was...We all will miss you "Uncle Jimmy"...Now you are with God, in peace. Forever in our hearts. (Nephew; Joseph E. Mallahan of Bellingham, Wa.)
August 1, 2011
He was my Uncle "Jimmy"...What a great man! I know he is in Heaven now, with God. Forever in our hearts, he will be...He will be missed by all of us...& never forgotten...We love you Uncle "Jimmy"...(Nephew; Joseph E. Mallahan of Bellingham, Wa.)
August 1, 2011
I thank God for the wonderful Fr.James Mallahan and for his loving service to his people through the years. May he rest in peace and I can't help thinking heaven will be a better place on his arrival.
Michael & Maryann OBrien
July 31, 2011
Thanks to God for the gift and inspiration Father James Mallahan has been in his priestly ministry and his strength amid the trials of failing physical health. May he now enjoy the blessings of heaven with the Savior he loves.
Gregg Hersholt
July 31, 2011
He married us 37 years ago in Bellevue and was our pastor twice in West Seattle. He baptized our children and blessed our homes. He was a source of profound joy in our lives for all of those years and he will continue to live in us. I will toast him on his birthday October 10 with a fine glass of scotch. Rest in Peace, Father!
Joe Mallahan
July 31, 2011
Father Mallahan will always be the favorite "Uncle Jimmy" to 32 nieces and nephews, their spouses and innumerable grand nieces and nephews. A role model of love and service for us all. --Nephew Joe, Seattle
July 31, 2011
On behalf of the Class of 1961 Blanchet High School, Seattle, we send our sincere condolences to the family and many friends of our beloved Father Mallahan. We feel privileged to have had Father during such an improtant time in our lives.
Leona LaPorte, Class of 1961
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