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DONALD DELANEY Obituary
DONALD W. DELANEY, M.D. (Age 90)
On July 17, 2014 at his residence in Chevy Chase, MD. Beloved husband of Muriel H. Delaney of 58 years; devoted father of Mary Kay Delaney (Fritz Mayer), Maureen Delaney, Donald W. Delaney, Jr. (Ruth), Martha Delaney (Dave Cummings) and the late Michael H. Delaney; grandfather Paul, Michael and David Delaney Mayer. He is also survived by three sisters and many nieces and nephews. A pediatrician who spent most of his career at Children's National Medical Center. He was widely recognized as a clinician, teacher, innovative program director, mentor and role model for generations of physicians and other members of the multi-disciplinary teams who care for and about children. Friends may call at Church of the Little Flower, 5607 Massachusetts Ave., Bethesda, MD on Monday, July 21 from 5 to 7 p.m. where Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Tuesday, July 22 at Noon. Interment Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Children's National Medical Center. Arrangements by DeVol.
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Marcia Evans
July 13, 2025
He was simply the best!
Marcia Evans
July 13, 2023
He was simply the best and will remain in my family´s heart forever!
July 24, 2014
My sincere sympathy to the family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Dr. Delaney was a remarkable mentor and role model for so many of us at CNMC, especially the Adolescent unit.
Kevin and Karen Cummings
July 22, 2014
We met Don and Muriel at my brother Dave's wedding to Martha and had a delightful time with everyone. Our condolences to all
July 21, 2014
Maureen,
My thoughts to you and your family. From what you told me and the tributes here, I know that your Dad was an amazing man who touched many lives. He did so many great things associated with Children's and he loved his family deeply. I know he will be missed. You and He are so blessed to have had such a wonderful long relationship. My thoughts are with you.
Hilary Rubin
July 21, 2014
Dr.Delaney took care of our daughter in 1979 for anorexia. He was so caring, knowledgable and supportive with this "new"illness. She and Dr. D. kept in touch for years. She loved him. Sadly, she died of lung cancer 2 years ago. I know they are happy to see each other again. My deepest sympathy to the family. M and J Coogan
Marcia Evans
July 21, 2014
"I shall pass through this world but once. Any good therefore that I can do or any kindness that I can show to any human being, let me do it now. Let me not defer or neglect it, for I shall not pass this way again."
Everything that Dr. Delaney was to so many of us and especially to my family.
July 20, 2014
TO MURIEL AND FAMILY ...WE WHICH YOU SINCÈRES SYMPATHIES FROM STEVE SULLIVAN FAMILY FROM GRANBY CANADA
Linda DiStefano
July 20, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May you find comfort in your memories. I will always be thankful for his kind, gentle spirit,and devotion to his family. I am appreciative for his medical advice during my own battle with cancer. Heaven has gained a wonderful man!
Love to you all,
Linda and Rick DiStefano and family
Gerardo Massa & Family
July 20, 2014
Doctor Delaney brought so many happy moments to our life and left us with a treasure trove of memories. We will never be able to forget him. We are praying for you in this difficult time. May his soul rest in peace.
Cheryl Meade Kirk
July 20, 2014
My deepest sympathies are with all of you.
Nenette Arroyo
July 20, 2014
I will always remember Dr. Delaney as wonderfully charming and kind man whose intellectual energy made him more youthful than people half his age. My condolences to his family on their loss, which is surely heaven's gain.
Patricia Sprague
July 20, 2014
Rest in peace, Uncle Don. You earned your wings a long, long time ago with all the wonderful things you have done and the hundreds and hundreds of lives you touched. You will be missed. Sending love and prayers for Aunt Mike, Mary Kay, Fritz, and family, Maureen, Donnie and Ruth, and Martha and Dave. May all your wonderful memories bring you peace and comfort.
Love, Patti (Carter Sprague)
July 20, 2014
Dear Muriel and Family: We were so saddened to hear of the death of your beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother. Don was an icon in the pediatric community and he along with Bob Parrott turned Children's Hospital into a national entity. He gave so much to thousands of trainees and to the children and parents of Washington. As for me, he allowed my career in education to develop and to assume the duties of the Office of Education at the hospital. We will miss him. May his memories be a blessing to all those who mourn him. Fondly, Joyce and Larrie Greenberg
Marlene Delaney
July 19, 2014
my sympathy and prayers to all of you on Uncle Don's passing. Keep all the good memories with you. Take care!
Pat Kennedy Arrington
July 19, 2014
Don Delaney epitomized all the good of the medical profession. He was passionate and dedicated and the world should take note of this loss. I am his cousin and feel privileged that our family has been connected with Murial and their wonderful children. We all loved him.
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