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Robert Mahony Obituary

Robert Druen Mahony, husband of the late Mary Horne Mahony, passed away on Sunday evening, January 7, 2018.

Bob was born in Charleston, SC on July 5, 1927. He was the son of Jack and Mary Elizabeth Mahony. He is survived by his brother, William Bahr Mahony and sister, Sarah Ford Rijswijk, both of Charleston.

Survivors also include his three daughters, Robin Leonard of Augusta, Sally (Lewis) White of Spartanburg, SC and Betsy Sheorn (Trip) of Union, SC. His grandchildren are Lauren Leonard of West Palm Beach, FL., Rob Leonard of Augusta, GA., Lewis (Lauren) White of Augusta, GA, Molly (Will) Jones of Greenville, SC., Lawson (Sean) Jenkins of Charlottesville, VA., Caroline Sheorn of Columbia, SC and Drew (Lauren) Sheorn of Kannapolis, NC. He is blessed with six great grandchildren. He was predeceased by seven brothers and sisters.

Bob attended the University of South Carolina, and then was appointed to Kings Point Merchant Marine Academy in New York, and went on to serve in the Armed Forces during World War II. After the war, he moved to Atlanta to join Sears Roebuck Company in advertising. In 1954 he and Mary moved to Augusta and were owners of the Casual Hut and Druens clothing stores for 50 years.

Bob was a member of First Baptist Church, Augusta County Club, and a former member of the Garden City Lions Club. He loved traveling back to the Charleston Coast and spending time with his family.

A memorial service will be on Thursday, January 11, 2018 at 2:00 P.M. at the Storey Chapel at First Baptist Church with Rev. Chip Reeves officiating. The family will receive friends following the service.

In lieu of flowers, if one wishes, donations may be made to First Baptist Church of Augusta, 3500 Walton Way Ext., Augusta, GA 30909 or Trinity Hospice, 2803 Wrightsboro Rd, Augusta, GA 30909.

Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd., Augusta, GA 30907 (706) 364-8484. Please sign the guestbook at www.thomaspoteet.com



Published by The Augusta Chronicle on Jan. 9, 2018.
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Our thoughts, prayers, and hearts are with you as you celebrate the life and legacy of a truly great man who meant to much to so many and served as an inspiration. Gracious, kind, warm, giving and laughing is how I always found Mr. Mahony. A true gentleman from whom all of us can learn.

Drs. Roger and Basia Jenkins

January 13, 2018

To the Mahoney Girls
I want you to know how much I loved your father . He taught me so many of life s lessons , right there at the Casual Hut . Your parents were so special to me and always so very kind to me . Sending you all my love and my prayers for comfort .
Mary Hull

Mary Hull Frazier

January 12, 2018

My heart goes out to entire family and friends...Mr.Mahoney was so wonderful, before school in the mornings a group of merchants and I would have coffee at Shoney's in the mornings and flip for who was going to pay! Many laughs...much fun...he'll be missed...

Monique Turns Woods

January 11, 2018

I can still see Bob's face & hear his deep voice & laughter....so sorry to hear of his passing, but heaven has gained the best retailer around....we are all blessed to have known him.

Ann Bennett Marcus

January 10, 2018

Bob and Mary Mahony were two of the kindest, sweetest, and most gracious people whom ever lived. They made all of us Casual Hut Girls feel like princesses ! I would often stop by their stores just to visit with them. Their memories will forever remain in my heart. Our loss is Heaven's gain ! May God bless and comfort their family during this very sad time.

Love,
Nancy Harrison Watson
Savannah, Georgia

Nancy Harrison-Watson

January 9, 2018

Robin, I'm very sorry to hear of your loss.

Richard Oglesby

January 9, 2018

Heartfelt sympathy for the Mahony Girls and their families. Mr. Mahony was a first boss. I learned so much from him and not just about selling ladies clothing. He was a dear man. Prayers are with you all.

Cindy Thornton

January 9, 2018

Robin, Betsy and Family,
I loved Mr. Robert and Ms. Mary. They were my patients when I worked with Dr. Schaefer. That's when I got to know them.
I sure will miss seeing Mr. Robert in the office.
They were both such a delight to be around.
I'm sure they touched many lives while here because they sure touched mine.
Many blessings to you all.
Much peace and comfort.
Psalm 23

Cynthia May

January 9, 2018

RIP BOB. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. GOD BLESS

Buck Tinley

January 9, 2018

I have a very special place in my heart for Bob. He was one of a kind, and one of the funniest men I ever met. He taught me so much about retail and sales. My love goes out to Miss Mary and their three lovely daughters.

Robin Raymond

January 9, 2018

May it bring special comfort to know that others care and share your loss.Thinking of you and family at this time of loss of your loved one.
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January 9, 2018

Our heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your loved one.

Toni & Jerry Hallman

January 9, 2018

I am so sorry to see this. Mr. Mahony was the dearest man I have ever known. He gave me my first "charge account" (which may not have been a good thing) and he kept all us girls in style. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. I was so blessed to have known him.

Sally Shuford

January 9, 2018

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