Paul O'Leary

June 2, 1975 - May 12, 2021 (45 years old)

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June 2, 1975 - May 12, 2021 (45 years old)

Birmingham, Alabama

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Paul O'Leary Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Paul O'Leary (Birmingham, Alabama), who passed away on May 12, 2021, at the age of 45, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Paul O'Leary to pay them a last tribute.

He is survived by: his wife Malinda Blair O'Leary; his brother Tobias O'Leary; his parents, Brian O'Leary and Gerda O'Leary; and his daughters, Sophia Hazel Kirsten O'Leary and Sylvia Quinn O'Leary.

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May 17, 2021

Nadia Tayeb lit a candle

“In loving memory of Paul O'Leary, Someone so special will not be forgotten.”

May 17, 2021

Saul Levin, MD and the APA Family sent flowers

“In loving memory of Paul O'Leary, Dear Malinda, Sophia, Sylvia and Family, On behalf of APA, I want to extend our heartfelt condolences. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Paul will be deeply missed by all of us.”

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May 17, 2021

Alicia Harvey wrote a sympathy message

“In loving memory of Paul O'Leary, Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss.”

May 17, 2021

John Wernert wrote a sympathy message

“Malinda, Paul and I were in regular touch for the last 2 years as it was my honor to serve at his side as his Parliamentarian when he was Assembly Speaker. Paul and I talked of many things - even faith, on occasion. So full of this life and adventures yet to come. No words can describe our loss of a Father, husband, friend and Brother on this earth - and for those that believe in a better place - we know that Paul is in that place! See you there soon my brother! John Wernert - Kentucky”

May 16, 2021

Clarence Mcdanal wrote a sympathy message

“I send my condolences to Paul's family and friends. May he rest in peace.”

May 15, 2021

Debra Atkisson, MD, DFAPA wrote a sympathy message

“Paul was a guiding light to many of us psychiatrists in the American Psychiatric Association He was an innovative, kind, and humble leader. He will be sorely missed but his legacy in psychiatry will live on. My deepest condolences and prayers for his wife and daughters. Debra Atkisson MD, DFAPA, Texas Rep”

May 15, 2021

Ramaswamy Viswanathan wrote a sympathy message

“I knew Paul through the APA Assembly since he was a resident representative. He was a dynamic figure who quickly rose through the ranks to become the Speaker of the Assembly at a young age. He was tech savvy, and was the right person to be the Speaker as the APA Assembly had to hurriedly arrange its first ever virtual meeting due to the Covid pandemic. He was passionate about advocating for our patients. His passing away is a big loss. Sincere condolences to his family!”

May 15, 2021

Beverly Fulmer wrote a sympathy message

“I am a nurse in one of the hospitals in which Dr. O’Leary was our psychiatric medical director. I just made rounds with him on Tuesday morning, May 11. He looked great, was smiling, said he liked getting up early, seemed to be in a happy place. I was shocked to hear the saddened news that he had suddenly passed away. I didn’t know Dr. O’Leary very well but this was troubling to me as I worked my 12 hours on Wednesday night. My heart goes out to his wife and children.”

May 15, 2021

Jon Fanning wrote a sympathy message

“Paul was one of the greatest, brightest and most thoughtful human beings that I have ever known. He wanted the best for his family and everyone around him. We have known each other since his first year of residency when I asked him to serve as a reference committee chair for the AMA-RFS and then had the joy of working with him again at APA. Like many of you, I am heartbroken and will be that way for a long time. Jon Fanning”

May 14, 2021

Rahul Malhotra wrote a sympathy message

“I also knew Paul through the American Psychiatric Association over the past 8 years. He was kind and warm, but also with a sharp wit! He was highly effective in his manner and his work. I will miss him. My condolences to all those he has left behind. -Rahul Malhotra MD”

May 14, 2021

Eric Plakun wrote a sympathy message

“I knew Paul through our work together in the APA over the past 15 years. His passing is such a tragic loss. Please accept my condolences and my wish that his memory will become a blessing. Eric Plakun, MD, APA Board of Trustees, Medical Director/CEO Austen Riggs Center”