Celebrating the life of
Mary Goette O'Malley
March 19, 1915 - April 09, 2009
Mary Goette O'Malley
March 19, 1915 – April 9, 2009
Savannah - Mary Goette O'Malley, 94, died April 9, 2009 in New Orleans, LA. She was born in Savannah, GA, daughter of the late Martin Amorous Goette and Wilhelmina Schneider Goette. She was the wife of the late, Joseph Vincent O'Malley; mother of Peter John O'Malley, Timothy Martin O'Malley and Angela Catherine O'Malley; mother-in-law of Pamela Diettel Doell O'Malley; grandmother of Rebecca Diettel O'Malley; sister of Catherine Goette Ochs and has several nieces and nephews.
Mrs. O'Malley earned a Degree in mathematics from Georgia State College for Women, graduate studies in mathematics from Duke University and a Degree in Chemistry from Ohio State University. She taught High School Math and worked as a chemist at Esso Research and Engineering Company. She was a member of The International Order of The King's Daughters and Sons, The United Daughters of the Confederacy, The Ancient Order of Hibernians, The Cassina Garden Club, The Tybee Island Historical Society and The American Association of University Women AAUW where she served as treasure for many years. Her best times were spent on the back river at Tybee Island. She vacationed and lived there most of her life. She also lived in Hawkinsville, GA and has relatives and childhood friends living there today.
Visitation: 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Sunday, April 12, 2009 at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel.
Mass of Christian Burial: 11:00 a.m., Monday, April 13, 2009 at St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church.
Burial: Bonaventure Cemetery.
Remembrances: In lieu of flowers we ask that memorial gifts be
sent to The AAUW Education Foundation, 1111 16th Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20036.
Please sign our on-line guestbook at www.foxandweeks.com
Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel
Just found your Mom's obituary on line. Sorry this is so late. I have so many memories of your Mom through and with my Aunt, Vilda Shuman. I have tons of photos from GSCW days I would love to share with you if you will send me a mailing address for this otherwise they will go to the historical society at GA State College and University, formerly GSCW. I know you will miss your Mom's great presence in your lives and the joy she brought to so many. Our family still cherishes the memories of a trip to Tybee to visit with her the day after the floors of the house had been sanded and sealed--also the fishing adventure she took us on. What a grand Southern lady she was and she will be remembered by all for her long life. You were blessed to have her for all these years. May your memories of her live on in your hearts and lives.
- Vilda S. Brannen, Atlanta, GA
To All of Mary O'Malley's Family, The first time I met Mary she was peeling peaches on her porch next door. She was so sweet and I got a kick out of her boating skills and love of the water. I thought I hope to have her energy when I get older. We were sorry to see her leave Savannah but delighted on her visits back to Tybee and enjoyed her time here during huricane katrina. She was a joy to be around. My 6 year old was sad that she didn't get to say goodbye. We were looking forward to her trip here in June. She always took the time to send us notes and Christmas cards. She was a wonderful lady to know and she will be missed by many. Love, Kerri Spirides and the Spirides Family
- Kerriann Spirides, Tybee Island, GA
We are sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family Corkey and Carol Maddox
- C. L. Maddox, Garden City, GA
Peter, Tim, Angela: We are very sorry to hear about Aunt Mary. She was truly a special person in our lives. Take care, John & Katie Goette
- John & Katie Goette, St. Louis, MO
Angela, Peter & Tim, I met your mother in 1975 when we worked together at May Howard Elem. School. Such a delightful, energetic person! My sister & I searched for news of her after Katrina, and found her right here at Tybee! I last saw her the day she was leaving to return to New Orleans. Though I never met you, I felt I knew each of you through her loving stories. She was always the proud mother & grandmother. I'll cherish the memory of her friendship.
- Linda Larson, Savannah, GA
Dear O'Malley Family, Although many years have passed since I first met Mary, I remember her fondly from AAUW. She provided such leadership and was most welcoming to new members. She has come to mind many times over the years, and I am thankful that she lived as a beacon of light for so many energetic years! Many blessings to your family.
- Paula Benoit Power, Hilton Head Is, SC
People pass on but their memories live on in our hearts. I will always remember visiting with 'Aunt Mary' at Tybee Island.
- Maureen Howland, Stevensville, MD
Peter, Timmy, Angela- Our Deepest Sympathy to you. Aunt Mary was very special and I have Wonderful memories of her and times we spent together.
- Jessica & Steve Margos, La Mirada, CA
Please know our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. We met Aunt Mary thru Margie,Nick,and Jack,,,what a lady. We only visited her a couple times when we were in Hilton Head,but she made such an impression. I will never forget her and I stuck in the elevator! Each of you are so lucky to have had such a special Mom. Again you will be in our thoughts and prayers ,take care. Linda & Pete Muller
- Linda & Pete Muller, Fulton, MD
So sorry to hear of Mrs O'Malley's passing. We had several great summer vacations with Margie, Nick & 'Aunt Mary' at her house in Tybee - what a beautiful place, and she was such a wonderful host. We hold such fond memories of our time with her. A truly amazing lady. With love, Jacqui & Ollie Gilmer
- Jacqui & Ollie Gilmer, Laurel, MD
She will be missed!
- Keith and Liz Miles, San Diego, CA
Peter, Tim, Angela and Becky What an amazing woman your Mother was! We enjoyed many vacations at Tybee with her. My children all in their 30's now have such fond memories and learned so much from Aunt Mary. She was very proud of you guys. She will truly be missed, Your in our prayers.
- Margie & Nick Rabickow, Laurel, MD
Peter, Tim, Angela and Becky May Peace be with you and Aunt Mary. I have many fond memories of your Mother. Thank you for sharing. Jack Goette
- Jack Goette, Laurel, MD
Although I did not know your mother well my parents, Jack and Louise, spoke highly of her. They enjoyed her sense of humor and lively personality. She will be missed. My mother and I send our sincere condolences to your family. Our thoughts are with you.
- john grady, Savannah, GA
Dear Angie, Peter, and Timothy...we are truly sadden to hear about Mrs. O'Malley's passing. We have so many fond memories of her on Wilmington and Tybee. I loved traveling with her and going to our meetings. I have missed her the past few years and now will only have those wonderful memories to remember. Please accept our prayers and kind thoughts as you each deal with your mother's death. It is never easy to see our loved ones go ahead, but know your mother did love life, her family and friends, and that ice cream too. Love, Emma and Theron Sprouse
- Emma Sprouse, Savannah, GA
Dear Tim and the O'Malley Family, We were so sorry to hear of your loss. We really enjoyed meeting your Mom on our trip to Savannah and Tybee Island. We can certainly see were you get your great sense of humor and true love of life. We know she will be greatly missed and our thoughts and prayers are with you now and always. With Our Deepest Sympathy, Alan & Karen Hayes
- Alan & Karen Hayes, Miami, FL
Dear O'Malley Family We met your mother years ago thru my sister, Emma Sprouse. We enjoyed visiting her at Tybee and getting tours of 'her island'. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.Marie and Charles Brown
- Charles and Marie Brown, Abbeville, SC
Just found your Mom's obituary on line. Sorry this is so late. I have so many memories of your Mom through and with my Aunt, Vilda Shuman. I have tons of photos from GSCW days I would love to share with you if you will send me a mailing address for this otherwise they will go to the historical society at GA State College and University, formerly GSCW. I know you will miss your Mom's great presence in your lives and the joy she brought to so many. Our family still cherishes the memories of a trip to Tybee to visit with her the day after the floors of the house had been sanded and sealed--also the fishing adventure she took us on. What a grand Southern lady she was and she will be remembered by all for her long life. You were blessed to have her for all these years. May your memories of her live on in your hearts and lives.
- Vilda S. Brannen, Atlanta, GA
To All of Mary O'Malley's Family, The first time I met Mary she was peeling peaches on her porch next door. She was so sweet and I got a kick out of her boating skills and love of the water. I thought I hope to have her energy when I get older. We were sorry to see her leave Savannah but delighted on her visits back to Tybee and enjoyed her time here during huricane katrina. She was a joy to be around. My 6 year old was sad that she didn't get to say goodbye. We were looking forward to her trip here in June. She always took the time to send us notes and Christmas cards. She was a wonderful lady to know and she will be missed by many. Love, Kerri Spirides and the Spirides Family
- Kerriann Spirides, Tybee Island, GA
We are sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family Corkey and Carol Maddox
- C. L. Maddox, Garden City, GA
Peter, Tim, Angela: We are very sorry to hear about Aunt Mary. She was truly a special person in our lives. Take care, John & Katie Goette
- John & Katie Goette, St. Louis, MO
Angela, Peter & Tim, I met your mother in 1975 when we worked together at May Howard Elem. School. Such a delightful, energetic person! My sister & I searched for news of her after Katrina, and found her right here at Tybee! I last saw her the day she was leaving to return to New Orleans. Though I never met you, I felt I knew each of you through her loving stories. She was always the proud mother & grandmother. I'll cherish the memory of her friendship.
- Linda Larson, Savannah, GA
Dear O'Malley Family, Although many years have passed since I first met Mary, I remember her fondly from AAUW. She provided such leadership and was most welcoming to new members. She has come to mind many times over the years, and I am thankful that she lived as a beacon of light for so many energetic years! Many blessings to your family.
- Paula Benoit Power, Hilton Head Is, SC
People pass on but their memories live on in our hearts. I will always remember visiting with 'Aunt Mary' at Tybee Island.
- Maureen Howland, Stevensville, MD
Peter, Timmy, Angela- Our Deepest Sympathy to you. Aunt Mary was very special and I have Wonderful memories of her and times we spent together.
- Jessica & Steve Margos, La Mirada, CA
Please know our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. We met Aunt Mary thru Margie,Nick,and Jack,,,what a lady. We only visited her a couple times when we were in Hilton Head,but she made such an impression. I will never forget her and I stuck in the elevator! Each of you are so lucky to have had such a special Mom. Again you will be in our thoughts and prayers ,take care. Linda & Pete Muller
- Linda & Pete Muller, Fulton, MD
So sorry to hear of Mrs O'Malley's passing. We had several great summer vacations with Margie, Nick & 'Aunt Mary' at her house in Tybee - what a beautiful place, and she was such a wonderful host. We hold such fond memories of our time with her. A truly amazing lady. With love, Jacqui & Ollie Gilmer
- Jacqui & Ollie Gilmer, Laurel, MD
She will be missed!
- Keith and Liz Miles, San Diego, CA
Peter, Tim, Angela and Becky What an amazing woman your Mother was! We enjoyed many vacations at Tybee with her. My children all in their 30's now have such fond memories and learned so much from Aunt Mary. She was very proud of you guys. She will truly be missed, Your in our prayers.
- Margie & Nick Rabickow, Laurel, MD
Peter, Tim, Angela and Becky May Peace be with you and Aunt Mary. I have many fond memories of your Mother. Thank you for sharing. Jack Goette
- Jack Goette, Laurel, MD
Although I did not know your mother well my parents, Jack and Louise, spoke highly of her. They enjoyed her sense of humor and lively personality. She will be missed. My mother and I send our sincere condolences to your family. Our thoughts are with you.
- john grady, Savannah, GA
Dear Angie, Peter, and Timothy...we are truly sadden to hear about Mrs. O'Malley's passing. We have so many fond memories of her on Wilmington and Tybee. I loved traveling with her and going to our meetings. I have missed her the past few years and now will only have those wonderful memories to remember. Please accept our prayers and kind thoughts as you each deal with your mother's death. It is never easy to see our loved ones go ahead, but know your mother did love life, her family and friends, and that ice cream too. Love, Emma and Theron Sprouse
- Emma Sprouse, Savannah, GA
Dear Tim and the O'Malley Family, We were so sorry to hear of your loss. We really enjoyed meeting your Mom on our trip to Savannah and Tybee Island. We can certainly see were you get your great sense of humor and true love of life. We know she will be greatly missed and our thoughts and prayers are with you now and always. With Our Deepest Sympathy, Alan & Karen Hayes
- Alan & Karen Hayes, Miami, FL
Dear O'Malley Family We met your mother years ago thru my sister, Emma Sprouse. We enjoyed visiting her at Tybee and getting tours of 'her island'. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.Marie and Charles Brown
- Charles and Marie Brown, Abbeville, SC
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
