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Sheelagh Paxton Malloy

Sheelagh Malloy Obituary

MALLOY Doctor Sheelagh Paxton Malloy On October 4, at 8:45 in the morning, Doctor Sheelagh Paxton Malloy, brilliant and caring Physician, gourmet cook, avid reader, ambitious gardener, great and caring friend to many and my terrific wife and companion most of her life, traveled on…She has left the pain and the tears and I feel sure she will tell the angels how to do it better. Michael Malloy Arrangements by Bagnell & Son Funeral Home of Covington, LA.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Oct. 5 to Oct. 7, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Sheelagh Malloy

24 Entries

Keith Horcasitas LCSW

November 28, 2023

I just happened to randomly look up this note ... I apologize for those who would may bring up tough memories ...

I was so blessed to work with her and Dr LeBrun back from 1988 to 1991 when I worked at Jo Ellen Smith Medical Center in Algiers Louisiana.

She was such a caring loving physician!

May she rest in peace ...

barbara workman

June 2, 2015

Although manymonths have passed since Sheelagh disappeared from our lives many months ago, her memory lives in our hearts. Her spirit, her laugh, and her "be your best" daily mantra still brings a smile. I know she's "out there" somewhere in the Universe(s), still using her selfless soul for the good of all.

Janice Glenn, MD

June 5, 2014

It has taken me this long to come to some sort of terms with Sheelagh's death. I was shocked and horrified when I learned this news about 2 months afterward, and it was hard. She was one of the most wonderful physicians I have ever known! I knew that, when I consulted her for a difficult patient, we would get absolutely the best opinion and advice available, as well as total honesty and expression of her caring to our patients.

I used to encounter her in local gardener's supply stores, as we both loved our plants and gardening

Her death is a very major loss to her colleagues, and to her patients.

I deeply regret her loss.

Jennice Leonard

December 7, 2013

I am in total disbelief!! I just found out today of Dr. Malloy's passing. She was not only an excellent physician but a beautiful wonderful person! She always treated me like her daughter and I loved her very much. She touched everybody she met and was an angel here on earth! I will miss her very much, my heart is broken- Jennice Leonard

Nilda Johnson

October 22, 2012

iT WAS A PLEASURE KNOWING Dr Malloy
She was a wonderful physician.

Kelly McDermott

October 17, 2012

I just heard of Dr. Malloy's passing today. I was in total shock. I worked with Dr. Malloy at JoEllen Smith and at West Jefferson in the Endoscopy Lab assisting her with her procedures. She was such a loving, caring and realistic person. Her patients and their loved ones always came first. She was not only a physcian but a caretaker. She would hold patients hands, get them up out of bed and on many occasions take the time to sit and feed her patients. Her laugh was amazing and contageous. She will be missed by everyone who ever came in contact with her. Rest in peace Dr. Malloy.You definitely made a difference in my nursing career.

Eileen Stoll

October 15, 2012

I will never forget Dr. Sheelagh Malloy. It was an honor to have worked with her when I worked in the ICU at Jo Ellen Smith and at Meadowcrest. I learned so much about critical care from her but most of all I will always remember her kindness and compassion.

George Imseis

October 15, 2012

Dr. Malloy was very friendly,very easy going and had that distinguished laugh that you can hear from far away.She will be missed.

Gail Parry-Relle

October 10, 2012

I have many fond memories of Dr. Malloy during our long hours spent at JoEllen Smith Hospital and Meadowcrest.
A few of those memories are:
-Working side by side on the most complex patients and making them better
-Introducing me to Dooney and Bourke purses and J.Jill fashions which are still an integral part of my wardrobe
-Talking about gardens and sweeping leaves
-Taking care of me when my asthma flared up and sending me off for my first weekend at graduate school in Alabama with a nebulizer and albuterol
-Stroking my head when I was sick or upset and letting me know it was going to be OK
-Volunteering to pluck the hairs from my chin when I got old
Sheelagh was the best and made a big difference in my life as well as many others.

Mark Workman

October 9, 2012

Sheelagh was my best friend and godmother to my son, Elliott. She was very intelligent, very opinionated, and had that wonderful sense of humor and that great laugh. We had so many enjoyable dinners over the years. Patients loved her, coworkers loved her. She will never be forgotten.

Patricia Jefferson

October 9, 2012

She was a very compassionate doctor. She treated the whole patient and she wouldn't give up when she knew there was hope. Awesome doctor! I will always remember her infectious laugh.

Margaret Schulz, RN

October 9, 2012

Dr Malloy was a GREAT person and MD. She was very kind to my parents after the storm and I was very grateful for her.She will be missed.She was LOVED by the nurses at WJMC-ICU.

October 9, 2012

What an amazing woman and doctor. It was an absolute honor to know and work with her. She will be missed greatly.
S. Guercio RN

October 8, 2012

I am so very sorry to hear about Dr.Malloy's passing,but i know she is in a good place now.I truly enjoyed working with her at WJMC.
Darla(icu)

Bill and Stephen

October 8, 2012

We will always remember the great Thanksgivings we spent with Sheelagh and Mike. What great memories and chocolate pie!

Marie Taggart, RN

October 8, 2012

Working with Dr. Malloy was entirely my pleasure. She was fabulous in every way!

Juanita Schenck

October 7, 2012

I had the pleasure of working with Sheelagh at the height of her career and visiting her at the end of her journey. I doubt that anyone will ever forget her laugh. But what I will remember most is her way to look through you and know what you were up to even if you didn't. I will miss you until we meet again.

John Vockroth

October 7, 2012

Sheelagh made my life a happier place.

pic from January 2009 with her beloved dog Maggie

Kim Catania, RN

October 7, 2012

I am so sorry Michael and Harry, to hear of her passing. She was a powerful mentor and wonderful friend to me. I will never forget all that she has taught me and brought to my life. I especially will never forget her laugh - so loud, so hearty! Rest In Peace Dear Sheelagh. I love you.

Leslie Rodrigue Tierney MD

October 6, 2012

I am so sorry to hear of my dear friend's passing. She was always such a joy to round with on weekends at EJ. She always made me laugh! She drove me around when I broke my foot! She taught me the right technique to use my cane!!! I will miss her terribly! I know that you are enjoying gelato in heaven now.

Joe & Renee Macaluso

October 5, 2012

We are so saddened at this news. Sheelagh brought light and laughter to everyone. It was a joy to know her at UNO, to be her classmate at LSU and a privilege to have her as a medical colleague in practice. She was an original, a unique person in a world of sameness. She will be sorely missed. God bless.

john nethery

October 5, 2012

O my. One of my all time favovorite people. I am such a fan. Am gratefull for the pleasure of working with Dr. Malloy. love and prayers.

October 5, 2012

Sheelagh will always be spoken of at East Jefferson Hospital as "one of the best" The ICU nurses loved her dearly.

Elaine La Nasa

October 5, 2012

I am so so sorry to hear that Sheelagh is gone. She was a very special woman and doctor. I am privileged to have worked with her. May she rest in peace and may she go to the dwelling place that the Lord has prepared for His good and faithful servants.
Elaine La Nasa

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