Dorothy Ann Mullaney

Dottie Mullaney, a longtime resident and beloved figure in the Old Farm neighborhood of Rockville, MD, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2025, surrounded by her devoted husband, Charlie, and their five children—Judy, Kevin, Maureen, Karen, and Mike. She was 93 years old.

Born on July 20, 1932, in Glen Lyon, PA, Dottie was the daughter of John (Jack) and Mary Goliash. She spent a joyful childhood as a coal miner’s daughter, growing up with her three siblings—Peggy, Tommy, and Renie. The four remained close throughout their lives, creating cherished memories as their families grew.

Dottie attended Newport Township High School, where she was an honor roll student and proudly played the lead role in her senior class play—a fact she never let us forget. After high school, she attended the University of Pennsylvania, earning her nursing degree in 1953. She then began her distinguished career at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, MD.

In 1957, Dottie met the love of her life, Charlie. They married in 1959 and were blessed with five children. She set aside her nursing career to focus on raising her family, filling their home with love, laughter, and her famous cooking.

In 1982, Dottie returned to nursing at Sibley Memorial Hospital in Washington, DC, where she provided compassionate care to countless patients. She retired in 2012 after receiving numerous honors throughout her career, including Nurse of the Year.

Dottie’s faith was a cornerstone of her life. She grew up attending St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church in Glen Lyon, where she enjoyed Ukrainian dance with her sisters. Later in life as a devout Catholic, she served her parish community faithfully.

A passionate sports fan, Dottie loved the Washington Redskins, Little League baseball, March Madness, and college football. She could often be found on the edge of her seat cheering for her team, but she was happiest on the sidelines rooting for her children and grandchildren—always proud and occasionally feisty.

Dottie also had a deep love for flowers. Each May, she looked forward to planting her gardens with colorful flowers which she enjoyed all summer. Fresh flowers always graced her home, a reflection of her warmth and love.

Dottie’s love spanned generations. Her ten grandchildren adored spending time at her house, especially during the holidays, which she made truly magical.

We will dearly miss Dottie, but we will forever cherish the memories and the incredible love, kindness, and care she shared with everyone whose lives she touched.