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John Maloney Obituary
The Rev. John P. Maloney, 69, of Pittsburgh died Thursday at UPMC Passavant Hospital in McCandless, Allegheny County.
He was born April 4, 1938, in Pittsburgh, the son of John P. and Catherine R. Quinlan Maloney.
He was raised in Lawrenceville, where he attended St. Mary's Catholic Grade School on 46th Street. He graduated from Central Catholic High School and was a graduate of St. Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia.
The Rev. Maloney was ordained a Roman Catholic priest on May 9, 1964, by Bishop John Wright of St. Paul's Cathedral in Oakland. He served as a parochial vicar at Nativity of Our Lord Church, North Side, from 1964 to 1971; parochial vicar at St. Philip Church, Crafton, from 1971 to 1973; parochial vicar at St. Kieran Church in Lawrenceville from 1973 to 1979; pastor of St. Michael Church on the South Side from 1979 to 1982; and pastor of Holy Sepulcher Church in Glade Mills, Butler County, from 1982 to 2004.
The Rev. Maloney served on the Priest Council from 1990 to 2002, the College of Consultors from 1994 to 1998 and was instrumental in fundraising, growing and building the church for Holy Sepulcher Parish.
He is survived by his sister, Mary Ann Husar of Bristol, Pa.; his brother, Daniel L. Maloney of Levittown, Pa.; an aunt, Regina "Jean" Quinlan of Glenshaw; a cousin, Mary Agnes Benson of Strasburg, Va.; a dear friend, the Rev. William J. Rizert of Chicora; many nieces, nephews, and additional cousins.
MALONEY - Friends of the Rev. John P. Maloney, who died Thursday, Nov. 22, 2007, will be received from 1 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday and Monday at the SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME, 5864 Heckert Road, Bakerstown. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Holy Sepulcher Roman Catholic Church, Glade Mills, with the Most Rev. Paul J. Bradley officiating. Burial will follow in Mt. Carmel Cemetery, Penn Hills.
Memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice.
Please send condolences to www.schellhaasfh.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Maloney
Carole Lohn
June 17, 2009
I still weep and I still miss him. Father is in my prayers every day.
SANDY KOZA
June 10, 2009
I MISS FATHER MALONEY ALL THE TIME. HE TOUCHED MY LIFE AND ALWAYS KNEW WHAT TO SAY AND WAS A WONDERFUL FRIEND. HE REALLY DID SO MUCH AND NEVER COMPLAINED AND STEPPED TO THE PLATE WITH HIS HEART AND KIND WORDS. HE WAS ALSO SUCH A JOKER HE KNEW HOW TO MAKE ME LAUGH. I SURE DO MISS HIS JOKES AND SMILE. I WORK WHERE HE LIVED AND NOT A DAY GOES BY I DONT THINK OF HIM. REST IN PEACE FR. MALONEY
MARY ANN (MALONEY) HUSAR
November 24, 2008
READING THIS GUEST BOOK ONE YEAR AFTER THE DEATH OF MY BROTHER HAS MADE ME CRY...I MISS HIM SO.....I CANNOT BELIEVE THAT HE IS GONE, I DON'T KNOW WHERE HE FOUND THE TIME OR ENERGY TO TOUCH SO MANY PEOPLE
THANKS TO EVERYONE AND THANKS FOR THE CARING TOWARDS AUNT JEAN
Jean Demmel (Sulinski)
September 12, 2008
Father Maloney was an inspiration in my life. I will never forget him and I'm just sad that I never got to say good bye. I knew him from St Michael's while I was attending South Side Catholic and I have a picture of him and I on my Confirmation Day that I cherish. I thank God for letting him touch my life. He will be deeply missed.
Ricky Koza
January 3, 2008
Thank you for all that you have done for my mom. I will keep you in my prayers.
Cathy Beitch
December 7, 2007
Father Ritzert, Aunt Jane and the Entire Maloney Family---Our hearts are deeply saddened with the loss of Father Maloney.
I will always remember the times that my family had in going to Holy Sepulcher Church for their annaul Bazaar. We would enjoy the chicken dinners inside the school and then take a walk outside and go to our favorite booths and the big tent with "treasures". I will always remember Father Maloney coming over and walking through with us. Just listening to him talk about a clock or why we should buy a raffle ticket for the large number of prizes or where Father Ritzert could put a clock in his house that he had purchased at the yard sale. He had such an amazing presence about him. Father Maloney--you will always be in our hearts.
Love, Cathy and Clint
Kathy Plunkard
December 7, 2007
Father Maloney was such a wonderful person. My children all grew up at Holy Sepulcher School and will never forget how special he was. We talked about him always. What great memories we will always have. I know you will always be looking down on us. What a wonderful angel God has received. The Plunkard family
tom heffley
November 28, 2007
I was a lucky one.
As a young man at Nativity of Our Lord parish, Father Maloney was about 20 years older than me and full of all the stuff that makes a man; wise, tough, smart and when he wasn't making you smile.., Father Maloney taught.
Father Maloney was Prefect of the Alter Boys. He taught us both Latin and post Vatican II Mass, the prayers before the Alter. I can still say them today both, English to Latin, Latin to English. He was very strict in matters of conduct and support of Mass. Personally, I loved ringing the bells at Transubstantiation.
He was very hard and tough on observance of Rite. You could never imagine how many times I was pulled from class for a Funeral; alter boy or barer for those how were less than represented. He would never accept alms or donation, or could we. Father Maloney taught me, deportment and discipline in service.
Father Maloney is the reason why I would never consider taking Holy Communion by hand, the Transubstantiated body of God can only be touched in Priestly Order, Paten. I served Father Maloney in Holy Office and through many 6am Mass.
Father Maloney taught me that, even when the pews are empty we will receive Mass.
You never know how you were/are mentored or how you may forget. In the end you are who you are by the influence of others.
John Maloney, an honorable man and servant who now rests with God.
Tom
Maureen Berry Plichta
November 28, 2007
I remember Fr. Maloney from Nativity Grade School. He always seemed to have a smile on his face just like the one in the paper, amazing! He always had the red comp. tickets for the school picnic at West View Park and all the kids would swarm around him. I remember him trying to be fair in distributing the free ride tickets. God Bless all of us for giving us good memories of our youth.
Bob Beitler
November 27, 2007
I remember Fr. Maloney from my early alter boy days. He made sure that we understood how much God loves us. Fr. Maloney cared for many inside and outside of the parish and I'm certain that he will be greatly missed.
Kathleen Duffey (Fuhrer)
November 27, 2007
My sisters and I attended Holy Sepulcher School and church. From the age of 2, Fr. Maloney was my loving guide to Jesus. He provided the foundation for my growing relationship with our Lord. What a blessed life, to bring us to Jesus. Thank you so much Fr. Maloney. Thank you for your down to earth yet heavenly guidance.
Joan Szczypinski
November 27, 2007
Maloney Family:
Father was a good and decent man. While he was vicar at St. Kierans, he was friend to my daughters at St. Kieran's school. He visited us at our home, made friends with me and my husband. We always welcomed him. He even visited me when I was in the hospital. My husband died last year and he came to the funeral home to extend his sympathy. Just looking at the many sympathy expressions online shows what a good person he was. I truly hope he and my husband can meet up in heaven and pray for us left on earth. Many people here will miss him and his good works.
November 27, 2007
Father M is what our catholic faith is all about.
Monti's
Kelly Koza
November 27, 2007
I have never had the oppurtunity to meet you but I wish I would have. My mother speaks so highly of you and tells me what a great person you are. She told me how you were always there for her and how she does not know what she is going to do without you. You are truly a wonderful person and I wish I could have met the amazing man that my mother is so fond of. I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
Mary B Milar
November 27, 2007
Father Maloney, you were a wonderful and kind person. The bond you had with all of us at Holy Sepulcher was something special, and I will never forget the times that you were there when I needed guidance. You are loved and missed, but will always be with us in our hearts.
sharon spirk
November 27, 2007
rest in peace Fr. Maloney, you were a great priest and was loved by all and will be greatly missed all. love the Odes family
Kathy
November 27, 2007
Father Maloney - You will be greatly missed as you have been for sometime. I always prayed you would return to Holy Sepulcher and to us someday. Your work here on Earth is done but your memory will live on in us forever. Rest in peace and we will miss you.
Lori (wirkowski) Burn
November 27, 2007
Some of my earliest memories are of St.Kierans and Father Maloney. He could always be counted on to come to the cafeteria at lunch time and go from table to table to joke with the kids. I remember him walking the streets of Lawrenceville visiting with families of the parish and yes, he did remember everyone's name. We were saddened when he left our parish to go to St. Michaels and we always looked forward to attending Veronica's Veil because we would get to visit with Father. Our uncle passed in January and I was amazed to learn that Father had stopped to pay his respects and remembered all of us, 30 years had passed. He had qualities that so few priests have today, he made each of us feel special and I hope he knew how truely special and rare he was to all of us.
Cheryl & Krystal Handlovic
November 27, 2007
Your imprint on so many lives will forever live on. Thank you.
Peg Harding
November 26, 2007
As a pastor and a friend, my family and I will always be grateful to Father Mahoney. He will be sadly missed by all who came in contact with him. Peg Harding, Cyndi, John, Nick, and Chris Kouvaras.
Jacque & Bernie Cinski
November 26, 2007
Father Maloney: A Priest like you can never be replaced and we were blessed to have you as our Pastor. If it was not for your foresight and ability to manage the parish funds and be there for the people, Holy Sepulcher would not be the parish it is today. When we asked you what your midde initial "P" stood for,you calmly said "Perfect"-how true. God Bless you and thank you for being a part of our lives.
Ed
November 26, 2007
Fr. John, I am a better person because of you. Thank you! Rest in peace, my friend.
Pamela Weston
November 26, 2007
There was never a man how walked in the footsteps of the Lord like Father Maloney. His compassion and faith were a strength and comfort to many.
Sandy Giannuzzi (Erlain)
November 26, 2007
Father Maloney was a wonderful person. I remember when he was Parochial Vicar at St. Kieran Church. He always greeted you by name and with a warm smile. I always looked forward to him coming in to visit the CCD classes and joyfully giving all the children a christmas ornament for the christmas tree. He will always be remembered and sadly missed.
Jim and Kim Pfennigwerth
November 26, 2007
We extend heart-felt sympathy to Fr. Maloney's family. Fr. Maloney remembered every child's name in his parish. A feat that wasn't easy. Every morning the children would be greeted with a silly joke and then laughter and groans echoed the halls.
We're sure the same thing is now going on in heaven. God Bless you,
Jim and Kim Pfennigwerth,and Jason (Becky & Jarrett), Eric, Josh and Katie
Amanda Beyer
November 26, 2007
Father Maloney will always be a light in my childhood and an instrument of faith in my life. I grew with him from the first day of kindergarden through confirmation. My memories of him in the hallways of Holy Seplucher are filled with love and laughter. I will continue to miss his gentle manner and his foreign Christmas cards, though I am comforted in that our Lord will finally give him peace that the world could not.
Karen & Bill Yurkovich Family
November 26, 2007
Our prayers are with you and you will always be in our thoughts especially when attending mass at Holy Sepulcher. You have left a special joy to all who have known you. God Bless!
Katherine Braunger-Doas
November 26, 2007
It's hard to believe that you are no longer with us. I attended Holy Sepulcher Church and school, from Song For God all the way until the 8th Grade. My siblings too.. What an impression you've left on my family as well. You were there for our Baptisms, First Communions, Confirmations.. and on and on. My (late) father had the most respect for you.. cooking the corn at the bazzar, counting money from the collections, visiting (and harrassing!) Aunt Jean. I will never know your trick to knowing everyones' names.. You had a wonderful memmory. You've been a mystery for the past few years, leaving so suddenly. You never will be forgotten. Holy Sepulcher wouldn't be what it is now if it wouldn't have been for you. God Bless Fr. Maloney.
Judy Kalkowski
November 26, 2007
To the family of Father Maloney,
I will never forget this special priest chasing after me in Wagner's supermarket to talk to me about why I had stopped going to mass.
He was a man of God who cared deeply for his flock.
Rest in peace with your beloved Jesus, Father Maloney. Your work is over.
Ron and Joyce Poister
November 26, 2007
We extend our deepest sympathy to all of Father Maloney's family. He was our beloved pastor for many years at Holy Sepulcher and our boys served many Masses with him. He will be remembered in Masses offered at our request at the Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington D.C.
Dick & Pat Weinzetl
November 26, 2007
Father Maloney: Pat and I will always remember you for your help
and kindness. You will be remember in our prayers.
Vito Capaccio
November 25, 2007
If there is an entry in the dictionary for Parish Priest. Father Maloney's picture and his life should be displayed there. Any man who plans to become a priest should study his vocation and his wonderful sermons. He can always be remembered as an honest, caring, loving teacher who taught all to follow the life of Christ. Catholic and all Religions everyone was welcomed by Father Maloney. I and my family were blessed to know him at St. Michael's and again at Holy Sepulcher. Thank You Father Maloney for your life's work!
John A. O'Cilka
November 25, 2007
Father Maloney has been and will be sadly missed by our Family.
Few have risen to the ranks whether in Church or State with the pastoral skills, distinct and impeccable ability to communicate and lead by example that Father exemplified in his Parish and Diocese.
Personaly our Family will not forget him. He served us well and now He can serve the Lord in a personal manner.
Our Condolences to His Family and our Gratitude.
The O'Cilka Family
Kathy Thom
November 25, 2007
I knew Father Malonney from when I attended St. Kieran's School. He will be very much mlssed.
Nathan Rihn
November 25, 2007
I grew up with Father Maloney. From first grade I knew him at Holy Sep. and now I'm in my second year of college. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.
Lorraine and David Herr Family
November 25, 2007
To the Loving Family of Father Maloney,
Father touched our lives in so many special ways while he was assigned to St. Kieran Parish and long after that. We were, as well as the Diocese of Pittsburgh, so fortunate to have had such a wonderful priest to guide us and encourage us to make God an important part of our daily lives.
He was loved and will be missed by all who knew him.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Edward Witt
November 25, 2007
I know you are at peace Father Maloney. You will always be remembered for your kindness at St. Philips.
Mary Lou Franceschina-Chabala
November 25, 2007
Fr Maloney you were missed when you were transfered or swept away. I thought you were great. I thought it was so nice of you to send each of the kids a Christmas card that you signed. I loved your brown bag sermons, made me want to listen to catch your message. Made me feel like I was a good person and I could get to heaven just being who I was. God will welcome you to heaven where I am sure you are tonight. God Bless you. Thank you for your kindness when I needed it. Mary Chabala
christine Taylor
November 25, 2007
Fr. Maloney was a great priest and from what I can remember of him,a very important one in our parish. It's been over 30 years since I saw him and I feel like it was just yesterday that I made my communion. Now that he is with God and not here he will definitely be missed.
Sandy Koza
November 25, 2007
I will miss you so much. The day I heard you passed I felt so sad. Just thinking of all of your good advice and understanding makes me so lost without you. You will always have a special place in my heart. Your sense of humor and one lined jokes will never be replaced. Oh I will miss you so. I feel so blessed to have met you and have you as my friend. I am not saying good bye my friend as you will always be with me. God Bless You
Love, Sandy Koza
Jean Takacs
November 25, 2007
I knew Fr. Maloney from St. Kieran's. Even though my children went to St. Nicks, he still knew them from the neighborhood. When one of my sons passed away, he came from Butler to see him. I will never forget what a kind, sensitive and totally people oriented man that he was. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
Rich, Jean and Rick Sager
November 25, 2007
Father Maloney, we will miss talking to you everytime you came to see aunt Jean. You were a wonderful man and a great priest.
We know that you touched the lives of many people.Although we will miss you ,we know that you will be happy with God in heaven.
Carole Lohn
November 25, 2007
Father John was a kind and pious man and it was my privilege to be one of his flock for 22 years. I know God has a special place for him in heaven and it's higher than any bishops. I will miss him dearly.
Francis&Sharon Ludwik
November 25, 2007
What a sad ending to a very giving man.
Elaine Buzzinotti
November 25, 2007
With gratitude and heartfelt appreciation
for your gift of friendship,
may you be at rest in the arms of the Lord.
Ed, Bev, Ryan, & Ashley Lynch
November 25, 2007
You have been thought of and missed daily. You were such an important part of our family. You were so instrumental in keeping our family together and guiding us to the path that leads to the Lord. You were a man of many talents that you shared with all. We are better people because we knew and loved you. We continue to pray for your peace and salvation. You continue to be deeply missed.
Edward & Susan Cope
November 25, 2007
Father Maloney was always a kind and gentleman to my sons Marfk and Justin Cope who attended Holy Sepulcher School and parish.
Jack Hutchinson
November 25, 2007
Before I was mad that you where gone..now I am sad that you are gone.We miss you, We love you, We are proud of you.
Diane & Steve Harrington & Family
November 25, 2007
Through out our lives Father Maloney has been a blessing to our family. He married us in 1986, baptized our children, saw them through First Eucharist and Confirmation. He blessed us with his kind words of encouragement through rough times.
He was truly a part of our lives that we will never forget.
God Bless You Father.
With Love and Remembrance.
Valerie Marsico
November 24, 2007
To all those who knew and were touched by Father Maloney our deepest sympathy - the Marsico Family
Vivian and Roger Weaver
November 24, 2007
Father Maloney was an inspiration to our two children at Holy Sepulcher Elementary School. He will be missed.
Jen Swearman
November 24, 2007
Fr. Maloney, you were the sweetest man I ever knew, and you made yourself so real by being funny. You touched so many with your 'Brown Bag' homilies and messages that applied to everyday life, instead of what we were all doing wrong.
We missed you for a while, but your influence will live on for a long, long time I am sure.
Blessed Be,
Julie Rihn
November 24, 2007
Fr. Maloney. What can we say. You have been deeply missed at Holy Sepulcher. Please know that we have thought of you often and wished you well in our prayers. You were a wonderful person and a blessing to all who knew you. Heaven will have a special place for you. Farewell.
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