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James Malone Obituary
Service: 3:30 p.m. Saturday in Greenwood Chapel. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Greenwood Funeral Home.
Memorials: James L. West Center, in lieu of flowers.
James Donald Malone, M.D., was born Nov. 5, 1924, in Quanah. He graduated from Arlington Heights High School, the University of Texas and Tulane Medical School, followed by psychiatric training in Galveston. He later earned a degree in ranch management from TCU. Dr. Malone also served as a lieutenant in the U.S. Navy.
Dr. Malone practiced psychiatry in Fort Worth beginning in 1954, until he retired in 1994. He was chief of psychiatry at most major hospitals in Fort Worth. He was also psychiatric director at the Edna Gladney Home.
Dr. Malone was president of the Titus Harris Society, the Central Psychiatric Society, and the founder of the Tarrant County Psychiatric Society.
A swimmer at the University of Texas, Dr. Malone coached swimming and was president of the Panther Boys Club. He was coach and mentor to hundreds of former and current Fort Worth residents.
A man of multiple intellectual pursuits, Dr. Malone loved to converse on myriad topics, medicine, science, ranching and philosophy among them. Avid sportsman, outdoorsman, rancher and scuba diver, Dr. Malone will be remembered most as a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and friend.
He was preceded in death by one son, Michael James Malone, in whose honor a trophy resides in the International Swimming and Diving Hall of Fame in Florida, given annually to the Outstanding Diver of the Year.
Survivors: Wife and companion of 60 years, Mable Loika Malone; daughter, Susan Mary Malone; sons, Gary Louis Malone, M.D., and Donald Walter Malone, M.D.; daughters-in-law, Susan Fran Malone and Diann Joy Malone; and grandchildren, Sally Amanda Malone, Jill Suzanne Malone, Nicholas Donald Malone and Mitchell Connor Malone.
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Carol Adams
January 21, 2013
I'm so sorry for your loss, Gary. My own father died in 2004 and I miss him every day, so I know how difficult it is to lose a beloved and respected parent.
January 26, 2010
The Malone family and their home were safe haven during my teenage years. They provided support, guidance, many good times and what I only now recognize as a lot of love. To Mabel, Don, Gary and Susan my condolences and thanks for your friendship. I am so glad Jim was able to live such a rich life. Sarah Bickel (Flagstaff,AZ)
Anne Barker
January 25, 2010
Dear Mable, Thank you for sharing your friendship, love, and laughter with me as we visited your dear husband and our other friends. You are such a lovely person.
Please accept my sincere condolences in your loss. You are in my daily prayers.
Your friend, The Cookie Lady, Anne Hunt Barker
Cherita Dava David Jim
January 23, 2010
We wanted to let the Malone family know that our thoughts are with you. Although we did not know Dr. Malone, our association with his daughter, Susan, has shown us what kind of person he raised, and therefore what a wonderful man he must have been.
Please take solace within each other in this time of sorrow. Family (and extended family through our animals) is the most important thing in this world. We know you will miss him, but cherish the memories of all the wonderful times you shared.
Ronnie Mills
January 23, 2010
I went down to Bluebonnet Suite at J.L. West (my Mom was up on Cardinal) to visit Dr. Malone and spoke with him about the good ole swimming days and got some great smiles from him !! My thoughts and prayers are with ALL of you at this time--you will cherish all the wonderful times you had with him for the rest of your lives . . .
Marsha & Tim Lovelace
January 22, 2010
We wanted to let you all know that our thoughts are with you. Matt sure remembers the haunted houses that were made during Halloween. What fun memories!
Johnny Hackney
January 21, 2010
As a high school student I consulted with Dr. Malone on a professional basis.
He was a great help in my trials of the time in the late 50's and early 60's.
I have always had great respect for his professionalism.
Danny Murphy
January 21, 2010
He was my friends' and teammates' father, a mentor, and an example. Later in life he became a friend. I will miss the great talks we had when I visited Ft. Worth with his warm welcome and open arms. May God give each of you comfort at his passing knowing your sorrow is shared by so many who will miss him also.
Kathy Downey
January 21, 2010
Hi Malone Family,
Danny's mom called me today and told me about your Father passing away. I know it has been a long time but I remember all the good times Danny and I would have going over to their home. He is such a fun man and great to be around. My prayers are with you all.
Jeanie Coffey
January 21, 2010
What a man, father , uncle, and friend.
Uncle Jim's Irish smile, jokes, and laughter will be remembered always. His views on life were insightful.
The Austin family of Loika's love you,
Jeanie Loika Coffey
January 21, 2010
David & I are thinking of all the Malone family at this time of sadness. Don, your Dad must have been a most wonderful man!! You look like him! We will hold down the fort here in Athens...
Dr. & Mrs. David Bowles, Athens, TX
January 21, 2010
We are so sorry to hear of Uncle Jim's passing. May the love that surrounds you carry you through this time.
Terry and Francine Patterson
Edith Blackerby
Sharon Chester Walters
January 21, 2010
Tenderly may time heal your sorrow
Gently may friends and family ease your pain
Softly may peace replace heartache
And may beautiful memories remain and give you strength at this difficult time
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