Torrence Makley, Jr.
January 11 1918 - January 3 2005
Visitation :
John Quint Treboni Funeral Home
Thursday January 6th 2005 2:00-4:30 & 6:30-8:30
1177 W. 5th Avenue
Columbus Ohio 43212
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Obituary
Torrence A. Makley Jr., M.D., 86, passed away Monday January 3, 2005. He was a former chairman of the Department of Ophthalmology at The Ohio State University School of Medicine, where he provided leadership in the training of residents, medical students and practicing Ophthalmologists. Torrence was a Professor Emeritus from 1983-Present. He is preceded in death by his parents Torrence A., Sr. & Katherine , wife Anne G. Makley, brother William, sister Mary(Larry)Knorr and brother-in-Law Peter Holtzberger. Survived by his loving wife Claudette G., children Torrence A. III (Joan), Mary Jane (Blake) Fleetwood, Helenor(Robert)Smith, William K.(Marcia), Kathryne(Jim)McKinney, John(Barbara), Michael(Andrew), Claudette's children Patricia(Dave) Bunnell, Susan(Willie)Preston, Linda(Gary)Keller, Margaret(Rev. Guy) Ames, Barbara(Rev. Larry)Gaston, Janie(Lance)Delong, Julian(Sharon)Gorham and Jim(Judy)Gorham, 38 Grandchildren, 8 Great-Grandchildren, sister Anne Holtzberger, brother John(Kitty) and numerous nieces and nephews. Friends may call Thursday January 6, 2005 at JOHN QUINT TREBONI FUNERAL HOME, 1177 W. 5th Avenue, from 2:00-4:30 & 6:30-8:30 PM with a family led Rosary at 4:00 PM. Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 Friday, January 7, 2005 at Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church with Msgr. Romano Ciotola, Celebrant. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery. FORMAL PROCESSION WILL FORM AT THE CHURCH. In lieu of flowers friends who wish may contribute in memory of Torrence to the OSU Department of Ophthalmology Research and Teaching Fund, 456 W. 10th Ave, Columbus or to the Building fund at Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church. Condolences may be sent via www.johnquint.com
Condolences for Torrence Makley, Jr.
From :
To : Jo Makley
Date: January 5th 2005
From : George Van Meter
To : Jo Makley
Date: January 5th 2005
Jo
I saw the notice of Tod's passing. I am sorry. I know you will miss him. I wish I had known him better. Bob always spoke highly of him.
George
From : Priscilla & Charles Vitelli
To : Kathy McKinney
Date: January 5th 2005
Kathy,
Charles and I were terribly sorry to hear about the loss of your father. The words "I'm sorry" don't seem like enough to express oneself; however, it is the best that we can do. You and your family will be remembered in our prayers during this difficult time.
Both of us want you to know how kind Dr. Makley was to us whenever he saw us. Your dad was always so gracious to Charles when the two of them talked about the hospital. And to me, all the time I was affiliated with the Department, his kindness was above & beyond. Upon learning that I was leaving the department he was visibly upset and remarked "who am I going to come to for answers?" I was geniunely touched by his caring.
He will be deeply missed, but I believe that his soft footsteps will always be heard in the department; and his chuckle will always be remembered by his family and all of us who cared about him.
Once again, our deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Fondly,
Priscilla & Charles Vitelli
From : Archana (Reddy) & Tim Tweito
To : Kathy McKinney
Date: January 5th 2005
Kathy,
We are so sorry for your loss. Your dad was a wonderful person and teacher. Everyone at OSU will miss him greatly. I know he made a significant impression on our lives and he will be remembered with love.
-Archana & Tim
From : Jeff and Jenny Morris
To : Hellie, Bob and the family
Date: January 5th 2005
We just wanted you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers. We both know the loss you feel today. Your Dad lived a long and full life. He definitely had many people who loved him, what a life to have had all of you kids and grandkids. We pray God's comfort and peace will be with you now and in the days ahead. Love, Jeff, Jenny and family
From : Harry Ezell MD
To : Mrs Makley Todd, and all of Makley family
Date: January 5th 2005
Todd and I were residents together at University Hospital many years ago. He was one of the kindest and most talented ophthalmologists not only in Columbus, but in the USA. He earned world wide respect. Me deepest sympathy to the entire family
From : Lucas Law Firm - Bob Albright and Liz Russell
To : Claudette Makley and Makley Children
Date: January 6th 2005
What a wonderfully kind and gentle man. I'm sure he will be missed by you all so much. We will be thinking of you and hope that many special memories of your husband and father warm your hearts.
From : Joe Ruble (joe.ruble@gmail.com)
To : Mike and Jon
Date: January 6th 2005
Mike and Jon,
My sister, Susan, called me last night with the sad news of your dad's passing. Please accept my sincere condolences to you and your families.
I must, of course, share a story about your dad. Just before leaving for law school I was having dinner at your house with your parents. Your dad asked me when the last time I had my eyes checked. I told him I thought I was in the sixth grade. He was appalled and told me to come by his office that week. He gave me a thorough eye exam and refused any payment. He predicted that in a year or two i would look up from a law book and not be able to see anything. He was right.
My daughter, Genevieve, was seriously ill several years ago and required a 10 week stay at Johns Hopkins. I heard that Mike was working Baltimore and i tried to contact you, but no luck.
I hope you guys are well. It's a shame we've fallen out of touch as many, many of my best high school memories include you. Remember FOOPBP? I haven't thought of that in a very long time.
I'm living in Denver with my wife and four kids, including a little girl we just adopted from China in September.
I hope life is treating you well and i would like to hear how you are doing.
Again, my condolences to you and your family on your loss.
Regards,
Joe (joe.ruble@gmail.com)
From : Al Bell
To : Michael Makley
Date: January 6th 2005
Michael- I was sorry to learn of your father's passing. Hopefully the memories of good times with him are a comfort to you and your family. Please accept my condolences and best wishes,
Al
From : Carl A. Minning, Jr
To : The Makley Family, especially Kathy
Date: January 6th 2005
It was an honor to have known and trained under Dr. Makley. He was a superb mentor and gentleman whom I shall always remember. I cannot really describe what it meant to be in his presence during my training. So special , so compassionate, and so knowledgeable, he can never be replaced.
From : Jim & Cynthia Apostolakis
To : Tod Makley
Date: January 6th 2005
So very sorry to hear a/b your Dad; such a special person in all our lives. I will never forget how he and Jo came to the funeral home to process w/us to the church for Dad. Meant a lot to us and I saw that you specified a processional from the mortuary. That is the way to do it. We will be in touch and will of course send you a letter.
This is the end of an era for Tod and my father; we shall explore a new era for all of us!
So very sorry we cannot be there,
Cynthia & Jim Apostolakis
From : Sean Cull and family
To : Makley family
Date: January 7th 2005
Condolences and prayers to all the Makleys. It is a pleasure to have been an acquaintance of such a respected man as Dr. Makley and also to have enjoyed the friendship of such an intelligent , witty, and engaged family as the Makley's.
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