MARTIN B. "MARTY" O'MALLEY
MARTIN B. "MARTY" O'MALLEY
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A resident and Mayor of Forest Hills, age 73, on Monday, February 23, 2015. Beloved husband of the late JoAnn (Staley) O'Malley for 37 years; cherished father of Maureen (Neal) O'Malley- Wadhwa of Squirrel Hill, Jack (Allison) O'Malley of Highland Park, Mary Brennan (Brian) Carey of Sewickley and Katie O'Malley of Shadyside; dear grandfather of Bob and Coley Carey, Gus, Josie and Annie O'Malley, Siobhan and Neal Raj Wadhwa, Jr.; brother of Cecelia O'Malley Murphy of O'Hara Twp. and the late Mary O'Malley; brother-in-law of John (Patti) Staley IV of Point Breeze and Madelon (Jim) Hoctor of NJ. Preceded in death by his "Grand-cat, Lou". Marty was a graduate of St. Rosalia Grade School in Greenfield, Central Catholic High School and St. Vincent College. He was a Vietnam War Navy veteran and passionate member of Vietnam Veterans for Peace. Marty had been a community servant for Forest Hills as being the former co-chairman of the Civic Association and Community Day, serving on Borough Council from 2005-2010 and, since 2010, has been the Mayor of Forest Hills. He has been a member and volunteer at the Thomas Merton Center and was a political activist for social justice for years. Marty could be witnessed protesting against the Iraq War, billionaire bailouts and the BP Oil Spill among other causes. Marty was a member of the Friends of the Riverfront. Friends welcome Wednesday 5-8 p.m. and Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME, 700 Linden Ave. at Cable, East Pittsburgh 412-824-8800. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Maurice Church on Friday at 11 a.m. Burial with Military Honors will follow in St. Mary Cemetery in Lawrenceville. Memorial donations may be made to the Thomas Merton Center, 5125 Penn Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15224, or Central Catholic High School, 4720 Fifth Ave., Pgh., PA 15213 or the Joseph Kelly Women's Cancer Research and Education Fund, c/o Magee Hospital of UPMC, 300 Halket St., Pgh., PA 15213.
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STACEY ATWELL-KEISTER
March 4, 2015
My family often saw Mayor O'Malley at Forest Hills events, and he was so friendly and outgoing. We really enjoying talking to him, and my daughters loved seeing him on Election Day. Condolences to his family, and our deepest sympathy.
Patty Boyd
March 3, 2015
Dear O'Malley Family,
I was so sorry to hear this news. Marty was a very kind, active man who passed on too early. As both a resident of Forest Hills and a member of Thomas Merton Center, I know that he will be sorely missed by many people. You are in my thoughts.
Maryann Pozycki-Liotta
February 28, 2015
I met Marty in late 60's. He was so giving-he gave me my first ski lesson at Seven Springs and also coached me and updated my resume for a big job I was trying to get at Westinghouse . I got that job. A very special person, that Marty O'Malley-Rest in Peace. Maryann (Pozycki) Liotta
Ray Allen
February 27, 2015
Sympathy & kindest regards to the O'Malley family & friends wherever they may be. I saw Father Jack at Joe Natoli's funeral, worked with Margaret, et. al., at 119 Court House 1989-91. Hazel Smith (Hafer) once said that I knew everybody in Pgh.; Lots of folks were on jury duty, etc., etc. Lots of special memories of those days. Take care. I skipped the trip, re: weather etc. Hope to catch up with old friends down the road. God bless 1 & all. Take care.
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Dan Cindrtic
February 27, 2015
Marty cared about other people, his community, and his country. He will be missed.
Foresthills aux Police
February 27, 2015
He will be missed . Went out of his way just to say hi and shake your hand or just to see how your doing . He was a great friend and a Great Mayor .
February 27, 2015
I enjoyed many conversations with "Marty" over the years. I will miss that.
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
S L Hughes
Jennifer Thompson
February 26, 2015
All of my love and sympathy to the O'Malley family. It was a pleasure to know Maureen, Jack, Katie and very especially Mary Brennan. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Jacque Nacey
February 26, 2015
Growing up in Greenfield I had the pleasure to know not only Marty but his entire family. I especially enjoyed the many dinners the O'Malley family shared with me as a child.
A wonderful family with kind hearts. RIP Marty.
Michael Stack
February 26, 2015
Marty was a fantastic person! I always enjoyed talking with him. He was always so positive. God bless him and his family. Marty will be sorely missed.
Ron & Rhonda Johnson
February 25, 2015
Sincere condolences to the O'Malley family. We are so sorry and shocked to hear of your Dad's passing Jack, Maureen, Mary Brennan and Katie. You have all been such great neighbors and friends for the past 30 years. We are out of town until mid-March but you are in our thoughts and prayers. Ron & Rhonda Johnson and family.
February 25, 2015
My sincerest condolences to the entire O'Malley family. I taught Jack O'Malley at Shady Side Academy some years ago, and fondly remember the family as being thoughtful, grateful and supportive of the school and its teachers for their children. I am so sorry for your loss and wish you comfort and peace in the days, weeks and months ahead.
Fondly, Sue Whitney (SSA department of mathematics)
February 25, 2015
We were neighbors of Marty & Joann for 25 or so years on Cascade Rd. We fondly remember Marty stopping traffic on our street because the children were riding their big wheels. He even insisted that we all buy flag poles to attach to the big wheels so that cars would be aware of our children. He was a light in the Forest Hills Community and we shall always remember he & Joann. Our sincere sympathy Maureen, Mary Brennan & Jack from Sandy & Hugh Vandergrift, Beth Mink & Nathan Vandergrift and families.
Sandy & Hugh Vanderhgrift
February 25, 2015
Marty was our neighbor for 25 years or so in Forest Hills. Our kids grew up together and Hugh & I will always remember Marty flagging down motorists on Cascade Rd. to slow down because the children were riding their big wheels. He even insisted that we all buy flag poles to attach to each Big Wheel for safety reasons. Maureen, Mary Brennan and Jack, please accept our heartful sympathy. We had a good relationship with both Joann & Marty and he was a light in the Forest Hills Community.
Carol (Krolicky) Primm
February 25, 2015
Dear O'Malley Family please accept my deepest sympathy at this sad time. I'll remember Marty and all of you in my prayers.
Gloria Esposito-Crum
February 25, 2015
I grew up with Marty on Stanley St. and went to St. Rosalia Grade School together. He was among the regulars of the kids playing Red Rover, 4 Corners, and Release at the corner of Alma and Stanley Sts. Always polite and kind even as a kid, Marty was an honorable leader. My sympathy to his family.
Ray Allen
February 25, 2015
Sympathy & kindest regards to the O'Malley family & very many friends wherever they may be. God bless 1 & all. Take care.
February 25, 2015
I worked with Marty years ago at Peoples Gas. I remember him so well. Always smiling, full of energy and lots of kinds words. May God bless you all.
Marilyn Nuckels
February 25, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Rich and I offer our deepest sympathy. Jeri and rich antonino
February 25, 2015
Deepest sympathy to Marty's family. Marty and his entire family were friends with my family during my years growing up on Stanley Street.
Marty was one of the nicest guys that ever came out of Greenfield.
Denny Kirk
February 25, 2015
I am sorry to hear of Marty's passing. His witness to peace and justice was a great example to how people should live in this world. May God comfort him and his family at this time.
Peace,
Denny Kirk
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