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Maloney, C.M.F., Rev. James F. Died on Tuesday, November 15, 2011 after having battled Hepatitis-C from 1996. Father Maloney was born on July 9, 1933, in Chicago, Illinois. He was the son of the late W. Joseph and Gertrude (nee McLaughlin) Maloney; loving brother of: Bernadine [Robert] Dressel, Thomas [Margaret], Joseph [Peggy], Patricia Rinella, Margaret Mary [Jerry] Hanlon, Richard [Linda] and Carol Maloney Reyes. Beloved uncle of many. Father made his first profession as a Claretian Missionary in 1952, perpetual profession in 1955 and was ordained a priest on June 11, 1960. After his ordination, Fr. Maloney served as editor of Claretian Publications and as Novena Director for the National Shrine of St. Jude located at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Chicago, Illinois from 1960 -1970. He then served as an associate pastor of St. Joseph Parish in Amarillo, Texas before returning to Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in 1972, where Fr. Maloney filled dual roles as associate pastor and education director for the parish elementary school for two years until his election as Provincial in 1974. His term as Provincial Superior of the Eastern Province lasted until 1979. After his term was completed, Fr. Maloney served as Consultor for the Claretian General Government from 1979 1985 in Rome, Italy. In 1986, Fr. Maloney returned once again to Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, this time as pastor. In 1993-1996 he was assigned as pastor and served the Hispanic community at La Asuncion Church in Perth Amboy, New Jersey, where during his tenure he became ill, requiring him to take a brief sick leave. After his sick leave in 1997, Fr. Maloney returned as pastor of Our Lady of Guadalupe where he remained until his retirement in 2005, residing and also serving the retirement community of Marian Village in Homer Glen, Illinois. Visitation on Friday, November 18 from 2-9pm at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church 3200 E. 91st Street, Chicago, IL 60617 with a prayer service at 8pm. On Saturday, November 19 viewing at 9:00 a.m. until time of Mass of the Resurrection at 9:30am. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery Hillside, IL. Elmwood Chapel Chicago, Chicago in charge of arrangement. 773-731-2749. www.elmwoodchapel.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 18, 2011.

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Rose Draper

November 12, 2023

As the days and weeks pass, a memory will remind one that he is still much missed.

Rose Draper

November 12, 2021

My daughter, Gail, and Father Maloney shared birthdates and celebrated their special day
together. I pray they are enjoying cake together in heaven. Loved both of them. RIP

Rose Draper

November 11, 2020

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Rose Draper

January 3, 2012

I mourn the death of this loving man and celebrate all the good and love he spread amongst his flock during his years as a priest. He will continue to be in my prayers. May he rest in peace.

December 24, 2011

He sentido la noticia, hoy he llamado para felicitar la Navidad y me han dado la triste noticia. Estara en mis oraciones como se que yo estaba en las suyas.
Mi mas sentido pesame
Soy Beatriz Fernandez Carasa (sobrina del padre Miguel Fernandez Achirica , que fue un gran amigo

Carol Kane

November 29, 2011

My prayers are with Fr. Maloney as he enters a new life. He worked hard for us when I taught at Our Lady of Guadalupe School. I have good memories, and keep him and the Claretians in prayer. Carol Kane

Raquel Paredes

November 21, 2011

Father Maloney, You were there for me in my time of need spiritually, Truly you were sent by our Lord to take care of the flock of South chicago. i ask you humbly to continue blessing each and everyone. God Bless and keep you safe as well as for us. Paredes Family

Laura Macias

November 21, 2011

We are blessed to have known Father Maloney and have him in our lives. We will miss him greatly, but know that we have him in heaven to watch over us. May you rest in peace.

Debra Salinas

November 19, 2011

God has taken our dear Father Jim into his care. Father Maloney gave so much of himself to Our Lady of Guadalupe and to our community. He was very much loved by us all. We will miss you Father Jim, Rest in Peace.

Rev. Thomas Ryan

November 19, 2011

My prayers for Father Maloney and his family. He was an example of a holy priest. I was blessed to work with him in Perth Amboy.

Father Maloney saying mass on his retirement day in 2005.

Maria Olvera

November 19, 2011

Father Maloney at his retirement luncheon in 2005.

Maria Olvera

November 19, 2011

Father Maloney on his retirement day in 2005.

Maria Olvera

November 19, 2011

Father Maloney was a wonderful priest. He truly loved and cared for Our Lady of Guadalupe Church and her parishioners and we loved him. We were very blessed to have him as our pastor. Rest in Heavenly Peace Father Maloney. May your family's sweet memories be their consolation.

Ehret's

November 18, 2011

You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. The Ehret's - Noanette, John, Jane, Joan and Jim

ANGELINE BARAJAS

November 18, 2011

WE THANK GOD FOR FR. MALONEY.I SAW HIM LAST (about 4 years ago) and after not seeing him for many years before then, he still called me by my first name ! I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HIM FOR HIS SMILE AND COMPASSION. REST IN PEACE WITH FR. JOE , OUR LORD, AND ALL OF THE SAINTS ---WHOM I BELIEVE WELCOMED YOU WITH OPEN ARMS.

Frances Garcia Frederickson

November 18, 2011

You are now resting in Our Lady of Guadalupe's arms near her Son our God. You have brought us close to the church and for this we thank your priestly life. The Garcia, Frederickson family love you.May God bless us with more Claretian priest such as you and Joe Peplansky, Tom Parramo, Peter Rodriguez, De Prada, Catalina, Torte, Lemries, Julian, Gallegos, and Bro James they will never be forgotten.

Patrick Hynes

November 18, 2011

My deepest sympathy on Jim's death to the Maloney family who have been friends to my family for many years.

Nacho & Joyce Rodriguez

November 17, 2011

It is with sincere sadness we mourn the passing of Father Maloney. He truly was one of the most compassionate, wise, kind, and holy priests we have ever known. We will never forget his help with the Vietnam Memorial Re-dedication honoring the young parishioners & their families that served our country with distinction. We will always remember you with love.

Ed & Mary JO Peplansky

November 17, 2011

Fr. Maloney was a good friend to Father Joe Peplansky. They were in the seminary together. When Fr. Joe was ailing he made a point to visit him often. His kind words to Fr. Joe made him smile. I know they are in heaven together talking about all the fun they had growing up. Fr. Maloney you will truly be missed.

November 17, 2011

Dear Friend and certainly one of the best Our Lady of Guadalupe church has had . It was evident throughout the parish. His smile and the Irish twinkle in his eyes will be missed. We thank God for bringing him into our lives and he will be gravely missed by many. Chela Ruiz

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