John Dexter "J.D." Malloy Jr., 81, of Tallahassee and Mexico Beach, passed away at his home on Saturday, July 30. A native of Washington County, Fla., John began his career as a draftsman at DOT and completed his career as a consultant with Metric Engineering. He was a skilled builder and problem solver in many areas. He had a soft spot for animals, and a unique ability to relate to them. John is survived by his wife of 35 years, Sally Stanback Malloy, of Tallahassee; his son, John, of Goode, VA; his daughter, Tracy Barbee, of Chipley; three step-daughters, Sarah K. Carey, of Gainesville; Marylynn Carey and Beth A. Carey of Tallahassee. In addition, he is survived by his sister, Janice Gay, of Chipley; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren and his beloved cat, Lady. He was a member of the Cherry Street Church of Christ in Callaway.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that friends wishing to honor John's memory do so by making a contribution to their favorite charity. A memorial service will be held for John at 11:30 a.m. Friday at Cherry Street Church of Christ in Callaway, followed by graveside services at 3 p.m. at Glenwood Cemetery in Chipley.