Robert Lee Maloney
September 22, 1934 ~ April 6, 2012
Maloney, Robert Lee, 77, passed away on April 6, 2012 after a battle with cancer. He was born on September 22, 1934 in Hope, Kansas. Bob was loving husband, father and grandfather as well as an athlete, businessman and friend. Following a distinguished athletic career at Hope High School he graduated from Kansas State University where he was a Sigma Alpha Epsilon member. He was a member of the US Army Reserves. Following a career with General Motors Bob was the longtime owner of Clarks Uniform Co. He was an active member of the Wichita Shrine Touchdowners Unit. Preceded in death by his parents Clarence and Orvetta Maloney and he is survived by his wife of 53 years Martha Lynne and their sons, Mark and wife, Denise; Shawn and wife, Deanne; and Patrick all of Wichita, as well as his six grandchildren, Megan, Nicholas, Katelynn, Maggie, Bridget and Connor. Visitation at Downing Lahey Mortuary West, 10515 West Maple, Wichita, Ks from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 10, 2012. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at Good Shepherd Episcopal Church, 8021 W. 21st Street, Wichita, KS. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Midian Shrine, 130 N. Topeka, Wichita, KS.
Viewing times will start at noon on Monday to 9:00 PM. Tuesday from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM with the services 1:30 PM Wednesday at the Church. Visitation with the family present, 7:00-8:30 P.M., Tuesday, April 10, Downing Lahey Mortuary West.
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Sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. In the early 1950’s we were opponents many times when Hope High School played basketball against Solomon High School, where I attended. I remember Bob as good athlete and fine competitor. Bob was associated with the SAE fraternity at KSU, as was I later. May he rest in peace.
Bob was a very dear friend of mine. We played sports together, went to school and were in scouts together in Hope, KS. I spent a lot of time at his house with his family. We had a lot of good times. He will be dearly missed. He was a very kind, caring person. My wife and I would like to offer our sincerest condolences to Martha Lynne and the entire Maloney family. May Bob rest in peace.
I’m sorry for your loss. Your family are in my thoughts & prayers. May God give you peace & comfort until the resurrection day.
When you think of great westside families, the Maloney’s come to mind. Bob and Martha Lynne were incredible supporters of youth and high school activities. Their house was like an open door for all their friends. Some of my best memories were at the Maloney house. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Bob and Martha Lynne have always welcomed me like family. I will miss running into Bob and seeing his smiling face. He always had a story about my parents to share, which was warming hear. I remember Bob & Shawn picking me up in the Black Chevy Luv on really cold days. Talk about cramped…but I think our combined body heat kept us warmer than the the heater in that truck. The Maloney’s are a huge part of past, present, and future. I am truly blessed to have such enduring friends. I love you guys. Jason
Our deepest sympathies to the Maloney family. We are so sorry for your loss.
I don\’t believe I ever met Bob\’s family, but I worked with him at General Motors. He was always a fine gentleman and was a joy to work with. My prayers are with the family at this time of loss.