As the regimental Chaplain with the 506th Parachute Infantry, 101st Airborne Division, Father Maloney parachuted into occupied France on June 6, 1944. He was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in action. His citation reads as follows:
Captain Maloney, completely disregarding his own personal safety, assisted medical-aid men in administering first aid to the wounded in intense enemy machine gun fire. He further assisted in their evacuation under continuous mortar fire. Captain Maloney’s fortitude, initiative and courage reflects great credit to himself and is in keeping with the highest traditions of the Armed Forces.
Rev. Maloney joined the L.O.V. in 1964 and was the chaplain in the 70’s. He resided in New York and was a life member.