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Addison O'Malley Obituary

Addison Grace O’Malley, age 2, of Raleigh, passed away April 27, 2009. Addison was born June 20, 2006 to Dan and Kara Smith O’Malley. A funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m. Friday, May 1, 2009 at Millbrook United Methodist Church, 1712 E. Millbrook Rd, Raleigh, NC 27609. Interment will follow the service at Raleigh Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Millbrook United Methodist Church Preschool (MUMPS), Addison O’Malley Memorial Fund, 1712 E. Millbrook Road, Raleigh, NC 27609. Condolences may be sent to www.brownwynne.com.

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Published by The News & Observer on Apr. 30, 2009.

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John Francis

December 17, 2012

We met when I was home on leave in May of 2009. I was getting a rental car. I am thinking of you two during this holiday. Peace this season. - John W. Francis

The Benton Family

May 8, 2009

Blessings Dan and Kara,
Our prayers and thoughts go out to you and your family. Please know that Addison is with God and you will be together again. We don't understand why God allows things to happen But what we do know is that he is there with us through it all and he loves us.

It's so very hard to understand
why one so small is taken,
leaving a Mom and Dad behind
with hearts so badly aching.

There are so many things in life
that no one really understands.
But the child you hold in your heart,
God now holds in His hands.

Cared for and nurtured by the Father,
she will grow and mature in His love,
while angels guide and protect her
in her Heavenly home up above.

They will tell her she was, oh, so special
to you both, in every way ~
as they spend countless hours preparing
for your reunion One Grand Day!

They will take her to the edges of Heaven
and let her look, often, down below
to see the Mom and Dad down here
that she didn't get much time to know.

So as you gaze up into the sky,
know she's now in a Glorious place,
and maybe she's looking back to you ~
searching for a smile upon your face.

For I'm certain that in her little heart
it grieves her to see you so sad,
for she knows she had the very best ~
The world's greatest Mom and Dad!
May God bless you always,
Love
The Benton Family

Jay, Beth and Grace Alderson

May 6, 2009

Dan and Kara,

Our daughter, Grace, was a classmate of Addison's at MUMPS. Please know that you all are constantly in our thoughts and prayers. I know there is nothing that can be said to make you feel better, but we will continue to pray for you all. Grace would always come home talking about Addison and she was such a special little girl. I hope that you find peace.

Dave,Carol,David and Mark Howland

May 5, 2009

Dear Danny and Kara, We all want to express our profound sympathy. We pray for you all and hope that somehow our thoughts for you will give you strength.

Aimey Collier

May 4, 2009

Dan and Kara
There are no other words but my deepest sympathies.

May 4, 2009

Dear Danny and Kara,
There are no words that can explain our profound sadness at this moment. Please know, you are in the prayers of our entire famiy. God be with you, your families, and all the lucky people whose lives your daughter touched.
With deep sympathy,
Hani and Missy Haddad

Kim Gladden

May 4, 2009

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. Our daughter Stefanie is your nanny, she loves you all so very much. Please call if you ever need someone to talk to. Kim Gladden

Ron, Susan & Jennifer Turcotte

May 2, 2009

It is impossible to find the words to express the sorrow we feel for your family. You are always in our thoughts and prayers, The Turcottes.

Christina Stein

May 2, 2009

Dear Dan And Kara My heart hurts for you guys I don't understand why this happens to great people like you please be strong she is with are lord i am praying for you dan all you talkd about were your kids i am truely sorry i wish i could be there for you guys with lots of love Christina Stein

May 1, 2009

Please know how very sorry we are for your loss.Your family has not left our thoughts and prayers. David and Karen(O'Malley)Taylor,Charlotte,North Carolina

Greg, Deana and Brianna DiRico-Fisk

May 1, 2009

Danny, Kara, Drew and The O'Malley Family~
Our thoughts and prayers are with you through this very difficult time. We are all praying for you every day. xoxo

Greg, Deana and Brianna DiRico-Fisk

May 1, 2009

Danny, Kara, Drew and The O'Malley Family~
Our thoughts and prayers are with you through this very difficult time. We are praying for you and your families. xo

Uncle Robert, Aunt Brenda and Marcus

April 30, 2009

Dan,Kara, and Drew, No words can ever help with the pain you are feeling but always know our prayers, love and spirit are with you always.

Natalee Perkins

April 30, 2009

I am praying for your family. Addison is resting in the arms of Jesus.

Tom & Sue May

April 30, 2009

To the entire O'Malley Family,

Our words seem so empty, trying to fill a void to let you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Know that the Lord has a special angel by His side watching over you.

Patricia Cannon

April 30, 2009

Kara and Dan - Your beautiful, precious Addison was extremely well-loved in this life and she's now being taken care of, in Paradise, by her adoring Heavenly Father. May you and young Andrew feel supported and loved by all who know you and are heartbroken for you. I'm praying for you every day. Patricia Cannon

Matt and Tiffany Stockton

April 30, 2009

Kara-Dan,
I wanted to let you both know that we are praying for both of you. We were extrememly devistated to hear about Addison. The only thing that I regret, is not ever getting to see that precious little girl. We're very sorry. We love ya'll and will continue to pray for you. The only peace that I hope you guys keep in your hearts, is knowing she has gone to a much better place now and one glorious day you will be reunited.

Melissa and Phillip Stockton-Gomez

April 30, 2009

We wanted to let you guys know that your family is in our prayers and we are always here for you no matter what. We love you and miss you.

Amanda & James Nevins

April 30, 2009

My mother is your son's preschool teacher. I am very sorry for your loss, but I hope you can take comfort in knowing your sweet girl is laughing with Jesus. We will be praying for your family.

Caryn Mulder

April 30, 2009

Kara and Dan,
my thoughts and prayers are with you because I can't even imagine what you are going through. The Lord is with you in this time of need. Take Care

The Romano Family

April 30, 2009

No words can express how sorry I am for your loss. My daughter attends preschool at Millbrook and when we heard of the news our hearts sunk. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow.

Julia Estes

April 30, 2009

We are praying for you and your family in this very difficult time.

Tonya and Donnie

April 30, 2009

Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Gary Grim

April 30, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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