Samuel M. Mallamo, D.D.S., age 96, of North Palm Beach, passed away peacefully at home on April 14, 2019.
Dr. Mallamo was born in Fairmont, WV, on November 2, 1922. He was the son of Dominic and Therese Mallamo. Samuel served for 3 years in the Army during World War II. He studied pre-med at the University of Nebraska, then earned his Dental Degree (D.D.S.) in 1950 from the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine and studied Oral Surgery at Northwestern University and Walter Reed General Hospital. Samuel was a member of Psi Omega fraternity. In 1952 he relocated to West Palm Beach, FL, to open his practice, specializing in cosmetic dentistry, reconstructive dentistry, and oral surgery. In 1958, he moved his dental practice to the Palm Beach Towers in Palm Beach, FL. In addition, he was an active staff member at Good Samaritan Hospital and St. Mary’s Hospital until his retirement in 1993. Dr. Mallamo had a lifelong love of golf, tennis, boating, fishing, and swimming.
Dr. Mallamo was a member of several professional organizations, including:
The Atlantic Coast District Dental Association (past president),
The Central Palm Beach County Dental Association (past president),
The Florida Dental Association (Life Member and Delegate),
The American Dental Association (Life Member),
The American Heart Association (member of the Board of Directors),
The Woehler Research Group (annual studies),
In addition, Samuel was affiliated with several clubs, including:
Old Guard of Palm Beach Golfers,
Breakers Beach and Golf Club,
Mayacoo Lakes Country Club (founding member),
North Palm Beach Country Club,
Palm Beach Pelicans Golf Club,
Islanders of Palm Beach (past president),
Kiwanis Club of Palm Beach (founder and past president),
Knights of Columbus.
Dr. Mallamo was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He was married to his wife Mary Eleanor (Warfield) for 63 years, until her passing in 2011. He is survived by his daughters Jeanne Ennis (Denny), Allison Gallo (Robert), and Leigh Ann Mallamo; sons Randall W. Mallamo (Janine) and Samuel Michael Mallamo, Jr.; grandchildren Ashley Ennis Ellis, Blake Ennis, Gina Gallo, and Kimberly Gallo; and great-granddaughter Skyler Ennis. His entire family will miss him greatly. In addition to his wife and parents, he was predeceased by three sisters and five brothers.
Friends may visit with the family on Thursday, April 25, 2019 from 11:00 A.M. to 1:30 P.M.at Quattlebaum Funeral, Cremation & Event Center, 5411 Okeechobee Blvd, W. Palm Beach, FL 33417. A Celebration of Life Service will held at 1:30 P.M. to 2:30 P.M. , followed by interment at Our Lady Queen of Peace Cemetery, 10941 Southern Blvd, Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411. A reception will be held following the burial.
Dr. Mallamo had a passion for animals, especially his beloved cats, Bear and Smokie. In memory of Dr. Mallamo, please consider making a donation in his name to the Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League, www.peggyadams.org or Big Dog Ranch Rescue, https://bdrr.org.
