Mary E (O'Malley) Kilker

Mary E. (O'Malley) Kilker, 69, of Dickson City, passed away on Friday, January 20, 2023, at Green Ridge Care Center, Scranton, surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Dunmore on October 10, 1953, she was a daughter of the late William and Mary (Conway) O'Malley.

Mary was a funny, quick witted, kind soul. She was very compassionate. She worked for many years as a dedicated Hospice nurse, all while raising 4 children. She touched many lives throughout her career, and always made it a point to keep in touch with families she had cared for in hospice. She had a great work ethic and instilled that into her children, who will miss her dearly.

In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Anthony R. Kilker Jr.; a son, Timothy Kilker; brother, Paul O'Malley, and a brother in law, Frank Hughes.

Mary is survived by her children; son, Anthony R. Kilker III, daughters, Molly Depew (Jason), Ann Kilker; granddaughters, Claira, Hailey, and Rayna; brothers, James O'Malley (Jean), William O'Malley (Nancy); sister, Nancy Hughes; and a sister in law, Joann O'Malley.

A special thanks to the dedicated nursing staff at Green Ridge Care center especially Betsy Hoban. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:00 AM at Saint Mary of Mount Carmel Church, 322 Chestnut St., Dunmore on Saturday, January 28, 2023. Friends may call from 9:00 AM until services begin. Interment will be privately held at a later date in St. Patrick's Cemetery, Blakely.

Arrangements entrusted to Cremation Specialist of Pennsylvania, Avoca.