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Peter O'Malley Obituary
PETER FRANCIS O'MALLEY (Age 72)
On Saturday, May 28, 2011 of West Palm Beach, FL and Rehoboth Beach, DE. Suddenly with his loving wife, Jan by his side, entered the Kingdom of Heaven. In addition to his wife, Janice, he is survived by his sister, Sister Eleanor O'Malley, PBVM; five children, Peter IV (Donna), Kathy Rogers (Jeff), Susan O'Malley, Mary Lunden (Dave "Bud") and Jennifer O'Malley. Peter also leaves nine adoring grandchildren, Peter V, Ryan, Matthew, Michael, Michaela, Gracie, Mason, Maeve and Payson; other relatives and many, many friends. Peter was born in Clinton, MA on March 11, 1939. He was a proud graduate of St. John's High School in Worcester, Mt. St. Mary's University and Georgetown Law School. Peter was a successful attorney and businessman with a vast and storied career but his legacy will always be his love of and devotion to family, his unwavering faith in God, and his boundless generosity that helped so many, many people over the years. The family will be receiving family and friends at St. Louis Church, 12500 Clarksville Pike, Clarksville, MD from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 2 where Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Friday, June 3 at 12 p.m. Interment private. In keeping with the spirit of Peter and Jan's generous nature the family asks that in lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Good Neighbor Trust, a charitable foundation Peter and Jan established years ago to fund the many good causes that the Lord has brought to their attention. The Good Neighbors Family Trust, c/o Legg Mason Investment Counsel, 100 International Drive, 5th Floor, Baltimore, MD 21202. Online guest book available at: www.KalasFuneralHomes.com
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for Peter O'Malley
Arthur&Ruth Reich
June 8, 2011
Dear Jan and the O'Malley family,
We will always have the warmest memories in our hearts for Peter. He always welcomed us with a smile and a joyous greeting. He made you feel welcomed and you felt like you were a part of his dearest friends. He was a terrific organizer and a true leader. We will miss him terribly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bernadette Robertson
June 6, 2011
Dear O'Malley Family,
My sincere condolences on your loss. I worked at the O'Mally Miles firm in the 1980s and I have great respect for Mr. O'Malley. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jeffrey Krasney
June 6, 2011
Dear Peter and family -- I wanted to express my sincere condolences to you and your family regarding your father's passing.
My memory of your Dad will always be when I worked for O'Malley Miles in the early 1980s. Your Dad was an early mentor of mine as he touched my life by offering advice.
Thus, I was very saddened to read about your Dad's passing; as he was an inspiration to many individuals. Stay well, my friend.
Fred Dirska
June 5, 2011
Dear Jan,
I was terribly sorry to hear that Peter had passed away.
He was very special to me. Of all the lawyers in the State of Maryland only one, Peter, offered me a job in 1977 when I left active duty(Army) and needed a job as a civilian attorney to support my family.
He even saved us half the real estate commission when Jean and I bought the house on Caldran Drive in July 1977.
Through the years , as a result of Peter's kindness, support, and generosity, our five children were able to graduate from college or, in Jane's case, nursing school. They are all now economically independent and have blessed us with twelve(12) grandchildren.
When Mike Levin and I left the firm to set up our own workers compensation firm I employed the management principles and principles of financial management that I learned from Peter.
The firm was (and is) a success.
In my view, the success of my family and the success of
Dirska and Levin would not have been possible without the gracious help and kind assistance of Peter F. O'malley.
I am and will be eternally grateful to Peter for what he did for me.
Fondly,
Fred Dirska
Skip Eschbacher
June 5, 2011
Jan, I am so very sorry to hear about Pete's sudden death, I'll never forget all the good times we had back in the 60's while getting Seny elected to the Maryland Senate. He was a great guy and even years later, he was always there for me, whenever, I needed him. He will be greatly missed.
Dot & Joe Navarro
June 5, 2011
Jan, we are so sorry to hear about Pete's death. We always enjoyed being neighbors at 13-On-The-Beach. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Ben Hecht
June 3, 2011
Dear O'Malley Family, I am so sorry to hear of Peter's sudden death and I grieve for your loss. I was fortunate to meet Peter in 1979, when I was only 20 years old and a leader of the University of Maryland Student Government and he was the Chairman of the UMD Board of Regents. To make a long story short, Peter's willingness to listen sincerely to my ideas as a student leader, bring them up for full and successful consideration by the entire board and to take the time to pull me aside to encourage me to use my persuasive abilities for social change, changed the course of my life. He was an extraordinary, humble and generous man and I will miss him.
Pete & Marilyn Bozick
June 3, 2011
Dear Jan,
Words are not easy to come by to explain how I felt about your great loss. I feel as if I've lost a brother. Peter and I had a private club, the Green Tie Club, looks like I'm the only guy left. With deep affection,
Pete and Marilyn Bozick
June 3, 2011
The Xaverian Brothers were very proud of Peter
Ellen Peterson
June 3, 2011
Dearest Jan,
What a shock it was to read of Peter's sudden passing. You must be beside yourself with sadness and disbelief. It is comforting to know that you were by his side. Even though we have only been in touch with Christmas greetings, i have always had a great deal of admiration for you and peter.
Was so happy for the both of you when your children were grown
.and you had time together in Florida. Always have had a great deal of admiration for the honorable way you have conducted your
.marriage and family along with the many pressures and sacrifice
.that go along with success.
.you shall remain in my thoughts and prayers. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy.
Much love,
Ellen Kelleher Peterson
Ilona Hogan
June 3, 2011
Although we cannot be with you personally today, we share your sadness at Peter's passing. We were privileged to share in his friendship. I will personally treasure his support and respect during our shared years on the Board of Regents. May he rest in the peace of the Lord who will sustain you also. Ilona and Larry Hogan
June 3, 2011
Dearest Jan,
What a shock it was to read of Peter's sudden passing. You must be beside yourself with sadness and disbelief. It is comforting to know that you were by his side
Dennis McCormick
June 2, 2011
Dear Susan, J, and the O'Malley family,
I met O'Malley one time at the Capital Centre. I realized immediately I was in the presence of a very influential, successful, yet unpretentous man. My admiration and respect for him was immediate.
My deepest condolences for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Diana Scesny-Brown
June 2, 2011
Dear Jan & Family,
My Dad, Bill Scesny, always spoke with such fondness of his cousin Peter. Through him I have learned that Peter was a great man and friend. I wish your family peace in knowing that Peter has gone home to Jesus. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Gordon Daisley III
June 2, 2011
Dear O'Malley Family:
Sadly, the Post's Metro section delivered a tough punch this morning. Peter not only went out of his way to help many of us succeed during his years as a Director at Suburban Bank, but he set an excellent example on how to help raise a great family. On Eagle's Wings,
J.P. Szymkowicz
June 2, 2011
To the O'Malley Family:
It was with great sadness that I learned of the passing of Mr. O'Malley. Growing up on Caldran Drive, I was fortunate to have interacted with Mr. O'Malley on many occasions. I will never forget his generosity to all of the neighborhood kids in letting us use his basketball court and in giving us Bullets and Caps tickets on so many occasions, I lost count. More importantly, perhaps, it was the personal interest that Mr. O'Malley took with each one of us to make sure that we did well in school and succeeded to the best of our ability in all of our pursuits. I still have the recommendation letters that Mr. O'Malley wrote on my behalf that allowed me to attend Georgetown University and become a lawyer. Mr. O'Malley and your family will be in my prayers.
Dan Doyle
June 2, 2011
Dear Jan and Members of The O'Malley Family:
Please accept my profound condolences over the passing of Peter, for whom I had great admiration. Peter was a highly successful person without pretense; a guy who was always looking to help others. I was among many, many people who benefited from his goodwill.
I always considered Peter O'Malley to be a great man.
Warm regards,
Dan Doyle
West Hartford
Sam Witten
June 2, 2011
Dear Jan and the entire O'Malley Family,
I grieve with you on your loss of Peter. He was a great friend and mentor to me for many years, beginning with our service together in 1978-79 on the University of Maryland Board of Regents. I learned a tremendous from him, both on the substance of governing a university (he was one of the best prepared professionals I have ever met) but also through the kind way he treated me even though I was new to the Board and at the time an undergraduate at the University of Maryland. Through the years, we kept in touch and I always valued his support, wisdom and guidance. I learned a tremendous amount from him that I will carry with me the rest of my life.
With great respect,
Sam Witten
Paul Alers
June 2, 2011
Dear Jan and family--I was saddened to hear of your family's loss. Pete's influence on all the kids in the old neighborhood will always be a cherished memory. He wanted us all to reach for the stars and because of him along with every other parent on the block, we did in our own little way. To that I am truly grateful. Best.
Pat Ball
June 2, 2011
Dear O'Malley family
I can not express how sad I was to read in the Clinton Item on the passing of Mr. O'malley.I tt was an honor and privilige to have known to have known great guy.My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Pat Ball of Clinton, Ma.
June 2, 2011
To the O'Malley Family,
Peter and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Your husband/father was a great inspiration to the "Capital Centre Family" for many years, and touched all of our lives in so many ways. His contributions and legacy to the Capitals, Bullets, Wizards, MCI Center/Verizon Center will forever be part of the fabric of the organization.
Mary greatly appreciated having had the opportunity to work with both Peter and Mr. Pollin, and she will cherish both of their memories forever.
Our deepest sympathy,
The Davis Family
(Keith, Mary, Erin, Brittany/Johnny and
Madison)
June 1, 2011
Dear Jan, and O'Malley Family,
My heart, prayers, and wishes for strength, go out to you all as you make your ways through this most difficult time.
I will never forget the times Jan and Pete extended outreached welcoming during those years at Hillcrest Heights, and the 'White House' on the hill.
You will remain in my thoughts and prayers.
Linda Knight
June 1, 2011
Dear Jan and Family,
On the day following my release from the hospital,I was stunned to learn of Peter's death. Memories flooded into me--starging with his first year at the Mount --50 years ago.
I find myself praying TO Peter. I believe that in the Lord he will still continue a beautiful minisry of compassion to those in need.
May we make our own the following prayer:
"The one whom we knew and loved is no longer where he was. He is with us because he is with God. And God in his love for us is closer to us than we are to ourselves"
I shall celebrate Mass for Peter, you and your loved ones as soon as I can.
Prayerful wishes always.
Fr. Paul Redmond--- Mount St. Mary's
Joan and Gary Craft
June 1, 2011
We are so sorry to learn of Peter's death. I have great memories of my years at O'Malley Miles and of Peter's kindness when Gary was hurt. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
June 1, 2011
Dear O'Malley Family:
You are in our prayers and thoughts during your time of loss. Know that Pete will be in the Kingdom of God and he will await you there.
We are very sorry to hear of sudden loss and will keep you in our prayers.
Annette DeCesaris
Mike & Mary Hughes
June 1, 2011
May the Lord bless Peter as he enters the Kingdom of God.
And may He bless Jan as she continues her journey on earth before joining Peter at the time designated by God.
Mike and Mary Hughes
Perry Alers
June 1, 2011
Dear Jan and family -- I am deeply saddened, as we all are, to hear of your loss. I could prattle on with memories but that's for another time. Suffice to say that Pete will always have a special place in my heart. By giving a naive and often clueless teen a much-needed sense of perspective here and there, I will always be in his debt. Take care.
Joyce & Earle Brown
June 1, 2011
Dear Jan and family... Earle and I extend our deepest sympathies. Earle's life was so enriched by Peter in their many ventures together. I'm at a loss for words other than to say Peter was a truly wonderful person. Peter, we love you...Earle and Joyce Brown
William Miller
June 1, 2011
Dear Jan & family:
Bonnie and I extend our deepest sympathies for your loss.
It was my pleasure and good fortune to have been introduced to Peter forty some years ago by Earle Palmer Browne. I have many fine memories both business and personal: meeting the family, having dinner,and playing basketball in the backyard with young Peter, Jr; having dinner with Peter during the summer months when we were both batching it in Washington; going to the Duke-Maryland game, then driving to your retreat on the Eastern Shore (I still have a framed picture of Earle, Peter, Steny, and me on the tennis court).
One of the highlights of my 70th birthday party at Congressional Country Club was seeing both of you once again.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bill & Bonnie Miller
Judy Colbert
June 1, 2011
Dear O'Malley Family:
I knew Peter when I was involved in Prince George's County politics and served as a legislative aide on the County Council and I was impressed with his deep understanding and compasion. The world is a better place for Peter being part of it.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Judy Colbert
Perry Alers
May 31, 2011
Dear Jan: Perry, Ellen, Paul and I extend our deepest sympathies to you and the children. The O'Malleys were an important piece of our lives when our families were growing up together on Caldran Drive so long ago. Pete will not only be remembered for his warm personality but for his strong parenting skills, applied not only to his own children but to the many others in the neighborhood who felt his influence. We were all blessed.
Rich Bolte, Jr.
May 31, 2011
Simply put Peter made people happy. Wherever his journey led him, all were enriched having crossed his path. He never left a situation worse than when he found it. The Mount was blessed to have him in our service. He had a kind word for each of us no matter the circumstance, his legacy will resonate each time we extend that kindness to others.
May 31, 2011
Dear Jan, I know that you did not know me but I knew Peter and his entire family when they lived on Hammond Street in Clinton, MA. I was deeply saddened to read of his passing. I will keep the entire O'Malley Family in my prayers.
Paul F. Lowe, Clinton, MA
May 31, 2011
Dear Jan and family,
I am very saddened to just learn of the death of Peter. Having worked with him as a fellow Board member at Mount Saint Mary's, I know first hand his love for his wife and family and his beloved Mountain home. My thoughts & prayers are with you at this sad time. May God be good to his soul.
Daniel F. Curtin, Falls Church, Virginia
May 31, 2011
Dear Jan and familly, I am very sad learning of Peters sudden passing. I had Easter Sunday dinner with you and Peter at my sisters home ,Lee and Frank Lucente on Jupiter Island a few years ago. Peter was enter-taning and we had a very good time around the dinner table. Our prayers are with you. E. BoccaBello
David Berilla
May 31, 2011
I knew Peter as a member of the st Vincent depaul society in rehoboth beach. We have gone on several calls together and I have always been impressed with peter's compassion and help that he would extend to the families that we visited. It was a how he lived his life--extending love to all that he encountered in his life. We will miss him at st. Edmond's and the st. Vincent depaul society. Take care--- Dave berilla
Nancy Forcey
May 31, 2011
J-
It's been many years but I still remember your dad coming to the basketball games. I also have a fuzzy memory of him treating us all to ice cream a few times. :)
I'm so sorry for your loss. It is very tough losing a parent. My thoughts are with you and your family.
-Nancy (Knight) Forcey
May 31, 2011
To the O'Malley Family:
We are saddened and shocked to hear of Peter's passing. He was the utmost man who encouraged many people, both young and old, throughout his life. He had deep feelings for his family and friends, traveling countless hours to visit a sick one or attend a friend's memorial service. He dedictated many hours to his family and he touched our lives in such a positive way. The world has lost a great, great man. We are proud to say he was our cousin.
Marydonna and Steve Lacilla
Holden, MA
May 31, 2011
I worked for Mr. O'Malley's law firm many years ago. I am very sorry for the loss. Nancy L. Granahan
Ellen Alers
May 31, 2011
Susan, I was saddened to learn of your father's passing, but it reminded me of, what has become, a cherished memory: the "new driver" grilling. He, like lots of parents on the block, dispensed tough, and not-so-tough, love; nurturing the kids in the neighborhood, and for this, I am truly grateful.
Jerry and Ellen Cooper
May 31, 2011
Dear Peter and family,
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. We know you loved your Dad very much and that he will be missed greatly. Our prayer will be for God's perfect peace to be yours and that you all feel His loving arms around you.
Glenn Singer
May 31, 2011
Peter's grandson (Peter V), was a good friend and we used to own a home together. One year he mentioned to me that his grandfather had a tradition of having Santa Claus come to the O'Malley family Christmas gathering and read a story and give every member of the family a gift from a big satchel (which his grandfather would actually leave outside for Santa to bring in with him). He went on to say that they needed a new Santa, and that since my family is Jewish and doesn't celebrate Christmas, that he was hoping I wouldn't mind filling in... It became an annual tradition for me for a few years... It was fun being part of this O'Malley family tradition those years... and "Grandpa" made it even sweeter every year, by slipping me an envelope with some spending money in it as I headed out the door back to my "sleigh!" My condolences to Peter V, Peter IV, J, and the entire O'Malley family.
DOLORES MADDOX-MORGAN
May 31, 2011
AFTER DUKE DIED PETER TOOK ME TO A BANK TO SET UP AN ACCOUNT. WHEN I REMARRIED THEY GAVE ME A
BEAUTIFUL DISH WITH BUTTERFLIES AND I STILL CHERISH IT. DEAR JAN, I KNOW WHAT A WONDERFUL MARRIAGE YOU HAD AND I AM SO SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF A FANTASTIC MAN. YOU KNOW WHERE TO FIND COMFORT. TAKE CARE OF EACH OTHER AND LOVE ALL YOUR FAMILY. MUCH LOVE. DOLORES MADDOX-MORGAN
Nancy (Green) Brooks
May 31, 2011
Dear Susan & family, We are very sorry to read of your father's passing. I know this is a difficult time for all of you. I'm sure your faith will see you through it - hard though it may be. Very kind regards,
Janine Sakacs
May 31, 2011
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
May 31, 2011
JAN AND FAMILY: I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. PETER WAS ONE OF MY FAVORITE COUSINS. PRAYERS FOR YOUR COURAGE
AND STRENGTH IN YOUR FAITH. SINCERLY MARY TOCCI
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