John T. O'Malley, age 84, of Lakewood, New Jersey passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 21, 2021 at the Ocean Medical Center in Brick, NJ. John was born July 23, 1936 in Brooklyn, NY. He was a longtime resident of Westwood, NJ, before relocating to Lakewood in 2005. John's career in telecommunications began in 1956 with New York Telephone, which became AT&T before leaving in 1988. He then went on to work for Ciba Geigy until retiring after 10 years of service. John served his country in the Air National Guard. He will be fondly remembered for his sense of humor and his affection for cookies and desserts.
John is survived by his loving wife, Ellen O'Malley (Farrell); his sons, Timothy and Kevin O'Malley; daughter, Kathleen Malure; a daughter-in-law Nancy O'Malley; stepson Scott Farrell and stepdaughter Paige Egan and her husband Timothy. Also surviving are 4 grandchildren and 2 step grandchildren.
John was predeceased by his first wife, Patricia O'Malley (Phillips); two sons, John and Daniel O'Malley.
A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, January 29, 2021 at St. Dominic's Church, 250 Old Squan Road, Brick, NJ 08724
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Michael J. Fox Foundation For Parkinson's Research by visiting www.michaeljfox.org
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.DEliaFuneralHome.com for the O'Malley family.
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