Military Record # M2022
Entered active duty in the US Army 15 Sep 1944 as Physical Therapist 3418
Served in the Ryukus Campain
Received Asiatic-Pacific-Theater-Ribbon with 1 Bronze Star - World War II Victory Medal
Served at the 233rd General Hospital in Okinawa, Japan
Member of the Ancient Order of Golden Dragons
Discharged 6 Jan 1945
"Know ye, that 2nd Lt. Molly M. McMahon on the 12th day of May, 1945, aboard the U.S.S. Beckham (APA-133) Latitude 17(degree sign) Longitude 180(degree sign).00 having been inspected and found worthy, was initiated into the Sacred Order of the Golden Dragon Signed by ? (writing hard to read) Bassam S. James Ruler of the 180th Meridian."
Obituary for Molly M. Painter
Molly McMahon (Borchers)(Painter)
1923-2010
Molly was born at 2:35 pm, October 10, 1923 in Jerome, Idaho the first of three beautiful, strong willed daughters born to Lenora and A.D. McMahon and passed away at 10:00 pm, July 22, 2010 in Boise. Growing up, Molly especially loved dancing and being the sassy drum major for the Jerome High School band.
In 1940, Molly boarded the Vandal train and found her way to the University of Idaho. She was a physical education major – dance! - and a proud member of the Gamma Phi Beta Sorority. When war broke out in December 1941 Molly quickly enlisted in the army "What else was I going to do, all the boys left campus." She found her life's work in the Army as a physical therapist, a calling which she thrived on until retirement.
After PT training Molly shipped out to the Pacific, writing letters home from Okinawa while riding out typhoons & enemy bombings. While there she met the first love of her life, George Borchers who she married on the ship's deck returning home.
"Lynny-the-Pooh" (Molly Lynn) was born in January of 1946 in Jerome, followed by George ("Butch") in September of 1948. After divorce, Molly, Lynn and Butch relocated back to Jerome in 1950.
Molly married Rex Painter in 1957, they welcomed son David into the world in 1960. Molly relocated to Boise in 1966 where she began a twenty-five year love affair with her work as a PT at the Idaho Elks Rehabilitation Hospital. Molly was tireless in her desire for patients to get better. "Can't Not Spoken Here." Molly poked, prodded, cajoled, rubbed, ICED and laughed her patients into progressing.
Lynn and treasured granddaughters Mindee and Erin shared homes and lives with "Mam" for almost two decades, cooperating and cohabitating from the time the girls were in grade school until they set off for successful adventures after college. Molly was so grateful to Lynn for her generous, loving care and companionship.
Some of Molly's favorite experiences were: the summer spent with Sue, Lynn and Butch at the family cabin at Easley's Plunge in the Sawtooth mountains; flying into the backcountry of Idaho with pilot Rob Donnelly and friend Laura Coleman; trip-of-a-lifetime to Europe with cousin Phyllis Beitia; being the team mascot for the Elks softball team; weekly lunches with her sisters Sue (Bill) Galligan and Joyce (Sumner) Delana; and hearing the latest news about her beloved children George (Kaye) Borchers, Lynn Borchers Clem, David (Nancy) Lee-Painter, grandchildren Mindee (Graham) Forman, Erin (Jamie) Kubena, Angie (Scott) Stewart, Bryan (Natalie) Borchers, Allix (Stevie) Potratz-Lee, Molli Lee-Painter, and Molly Borchers; great grandchildren Ellie & Tate Kubena, Claire Forman, Lucian & Leto Borchers, and Kendall & McKenna Stewart.
We are marked by Molly's unwavering love for family, and her wise-cracking-smarty-pants sense of humor that made everyone a friend. Finally, we want to thank the staff at the Idaho Veterans Home for their compassionate care and attention.
Following Molly's wishes, friends are invited to join her family at an open house in celebration of her life Saturday, August 7, 2010 from 1:00-5:00 pm at ___ in Boise. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the Idaho Veterans Home or the Idaho Elks Rehabilitation Hospital.
Entered active duty in the US Army 15 Sep 1944 as Physical Therapist 3418
Served in the Ryukus Campain
Received Asiatic-Pacific-Theater-Ribbon with 1 Bronze Star - World War II Victory Medal
Served at the 233rd General Hospital in Okinawa, Japan
Member of the Ancient Order of Golden Dragons
Discharged 6 Jan 1945
"Know ye, that 2nd Lt. Molly M. McMahon on the 12th day of May, 1945, aboard the U.S.S. Beckham (APA-133) Latitude 17(degree sign) Longitude 180(degree sign).00 having been inspected and found worthy, was initiated into the Sacred Order of the Golden Dragon Signed by ? (writing hard to read) Bassam S. James Ruler of the 180th Meridian."
Obituary for Molly M. Painter
Molly McMahon (Borchers)(Painter)
1923-2010
Molly was born at 2:35 pm, October 10, 1923 in Jerome, Idaho the first of three beautiful, strong willed daughters born to Lenora and A.D. McMahon and passed away at 10:00 pm, July 22, 2010 in Boise. Growing up, Molly especially loved dancing and being the sassy drum major for the Jerome High School band.
In 1940, Molly boarded the Vandal train and found her way to the University of Idaho. She was a physical education major – dance! - and a proud member of the Gamma Phi Beta Sorority. When war broke out in December 1941 Molly quickly enlisted in the army "What else was I going to do, all the boys left campus." She found her life's work in the Army as a physical therapist, a calling which she thrived on until retirement.
After PT training Molly shipped out to the Pacific, writing letters home from Okinawa while riding out typhoons & enemy bombings. While there she met the first love of her life, George Borchers who she married on the ship's deck returning home.
"Lynny-the-Pooh" (Molly Lynn) was born in January of 1946 in Jerome, followed by George ("Butch") in September of 1948. After divorce, Molly, Lynn and Butch relocated back to Jerome in 1950.
Molly married Rex Painter in 1957, they welcomed son David into the world in 1960. Molly relocated to Boise in 1966 where she began a twenty-five year love affair with her work as a PT at the Idaho Elks Rehabilitation Hospital. Molly was tireless in her desire for patients to get better. "Can't Not Spoken Here." Molly poked, prodded, cajoled, rubbed, ICED and laughed her patients into progressing.
Lynn and treasured granddaughters Mindee and Erin shared homes and lives with "Mam" for almost two decades, cooperating and cohabitating from the time the girls were in grade school until they set off for successful adventures after college. Molly was so grateful to Lynn for her generous, loving care and companionship.
Some of Molly's favorite experiences were: the summer spent with Sue, Lynn and Butch at the family cabin at Easley's Plunge in the Sawtooth mountains; flying into the backcountry of Idaho with pilot Rob Donnelly and friend Laura Coleman; trip-of-a-lifetime to Europe with cousin Phyllis Beitia; being the team mascot for the Elks softball team; weekly lunches with her sisters Sue (Bill) Galligan and Joyce (Sumner) Delana; and hearing the latest news about her beloved children George (Kaye) Borchers, Lynn Borchers Clem, David (Nancy) Lee-Painter, grandchildren Mindee (Graham) Forman, Erin (Jamie) Kubena, Angie (Scott) Stewart, Bryan (Natalie) Borchers, Allix (Stevie) Potratz-Lee, Molli Lee-Painter, and Molly Borchers; great grandchildren Ellie & Tate Kubena, Claire Forman, Lucian & Leto Borchers, and Kendall & McKenna Stewart.
We are marked by Molly's unwavering love for family, and her wise-cracking-smarty-pants sense of humor that made everyone a friend. Finally, we want to thank the staff at the Idaho Veterans Home for their compassionate care and attention.
Following Molly's wishes, friends are invited to join her family at an open house in celebration of her life Saturday, August 7, 2010 from 1:00-5:00 pm at ___ in Boise. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the Idaho Veterans Home or the Idaho Elks Rehabilitation Hospital.
Military Record # M2022
Entered active duty in the US Army 15 Sep 1944 as Physical Therapist 3418
Served in the Ryukus Campain
Received Asiatic-Pacific-Theater-Ribbon with 1 Bronze Star - World War II Victory Medal
Served at the 233rd General Hospital in Okinawa, Japan
Member of the Ancient Order of Golden Dragons
Discharged 6 Jan 1945
"Know ye, that 2nd Lt. Molly M. McMahon on the 12th day of May, 1945, aboard the U.S.S. Beckham (APA-133) Latitude 17(degree sign) Longitude 180(degree sign).00 having been inspected and found worthy, was initiated into the Sacred Order of the Golden Dragon Signed by ? (writing hard to read) Bassam S. James Ruler of the 180th Meridian."
Obituary for Molly M. Painter
Molly McMahon (Borchers)(Painter)
1923-2010
Molly was born at 2:35 pm, October 10, 1923 in Jerome, Idaho the first of three beautiful, strong willed daughters born to Lenora and A.D. McMahon and passed away at 10:00 pm, July 22, 2010 in Boise. Growing up, Molly especially loved dancing and being the sassy drum major for the Jerome High School band.
In 1940, Molly boarded the Vandal train and found her way to the University of Idaho. She was a physical education major – dance! - and a proud member of the Gamma Phi Beta Sorority. When war broke out in December 1941 Molly quickly enlisted in the army "What else was I going to do, all the boys left campus." She found her life's work in the Army as a physical therapist, a calling which she thrived on until retirement.
After PT training Molly shipped out to the Pacific, writing letters home from Okinawa while riding out typhoons & enemy bombings. While there she met the first love of her life, George Borchers who she married on the ship's deck returning home.
"Lynny-the-Pooh" (Molly Lynn) was born in January of 1946 in Jerome, followed by George ("Butch") in September of 1948. After divorce, Molly, Lynn and Butch relocated back to Jerome in 1950.
Molly married Rex Painter in 1957, they welcomed son David into the world in 1960. Molly relocated to Boise in 1966 where she began a twenty-five year love affair with her work as a PT at the Idaho Elks Rehabilitation Hospital. Molly was tireless in her desire for patients to get better. "Can't Not Spoken Here." Molly poked, prodded, cajoled, rubbed, ICED and laughed her patients into progressing.
Lynn and treasured granddaughters Mindee and Erin shared homes and lives with "Mam" for almost two decades, cooperating and cohabitating from the time the girls were in grade school until they set off for successful adventures after college. Molly was so grateful to Lynn for her generous, loving care and companionship.
Some of Molly's favorite experiences were: the summer spent with Sue, Lynn and Butch at the family cabin at Easley's Plunge in the Sawtooth mountains; flying into the backcountry of Idaho with pilot Rob Donnelly and friend Laura Coleman; trip-of-a-lifetime to Europe with cousin Phyllis Beitia; being the team mascot for the Elks softball team; weekly lunches with her sisters Sue (Bill) Galligan and Joyce (Sumner) Delana; and hearing the latest news about her beloved children George (Kaye) Borchers, Lynn Borchers Clem, David (Nancy) Lee-Painter, grandchildren Mindee (Graham) Forman, Erin (Jamie) Kubena, Angie (Scott) Stewart, Bryan (Natalie) Borchers, Allix (Stevie) Potratz-Lee, Molli Lee-Painter, and Molly Borchers; great grandchildren Ellie & Tate Kubena, Claire Forman, Lucian & Leto Borchers, and Kendall & McKenna Stewart.
We are marked by Molly's unwavering love for family, and her wise-cracking-smarty-pants sense of humor that made everyone a friend. Finally, we want to thank the staff at the Idaho Veterans Home for their compassionate care and attention.
Following Molly's wishes, friends are invited to join her family at an open house in celebration of her life Saturday, August 7, 2010 from 1:00-5:00 pm at ___ in Boise. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the Idaho Veterans Home or the Idaho Elks Rehabilitation Hospital.
Entered active duty in the US Army 15 Sep 1944 as Physical Therapist 3418
Served in the Ryukus Campain
Received Asiatic-Pacific-Theater-Ribbon with 1 Bronze Star - World War II Victory Medal
Served at the 233rd General Hospital in Okinawa, Japan
Member of the Ancient Order of Golden Dragons
Discharged 6 Jan 1945
"Know ye, that 2nd Lt. Molly M. McMahon on the 12th day of May, 1945, aboard the U.S.S. Beckham (APA-133) Latitude 17(degree sign) Longitude 180(degree sign).00 having been inspected and found worthy, was initiated into the Sacred Order of the Golden Dragon Signed by ? (writing hard to read) Bassam S. James Ruler of the 180th Meridian."
Obituary for Molly M. Painter
Molly McMahon (Borchers)(Painter)
1923-2010
Molly was born at 2:35 pm, October 10, 1923 in Jerome, Idaho the first of three beautiful, strong willed daughters born to Lenora and A.D. McMahon and passed away at 10:00 pm, July 22, 2010 in Boise. Growing up, Molly especially loved dancing and being the sassy drum major for the Jerome High School band.
In 1940, Molly boarded the Vandal train and found her way to the University of Idaho. She was a physical education major – dance! - and a proud member of the Gamma Phi Beta Sorority. When war broke out in December 1941 Molly quickly enlisted in the army "What else was I going to do, all the boys left campus." She found her life's work in the Army as a physical therapist, a calling which she thrived on until retirement.
After PT training Molly shipped out to the Pacific, writing letters home from Okinawa while riding out typhoons & enemy bombings. While there she met the first love of her life, George Borchers who she married on the ship's deck returning home.
"Lynny-the-Pooh" (Molly Lynn) was born in January of 1946 in Jerome, followed by George ("Butch") in September of 1948. After divorce, Molly, Lynn and Butch relocated back to Jerome in 1950.
Molly married Rex Painter in 1957, they welcomed son David into the world in 1960. Molly relocated to Boise in 1966 where she began a twenty-five year love affair with her work as a PT at the Idaho Elks Rehabilitation Hospital. Molly was tireless in her desire for patients to get better. "Can't Not Spoken Here." Molly poked, prodded, cajoled, rubbed, ICED and laughed her patients into progressing.
Lynn and treasured granddaughters Mindee and Erin shared homes and lives with "Mam" for almost two decades, cooperating and cohabitating from the time the girls were in grade school until they set off for successful adventures after college. Molly was so grateful to Lynn for her generous, loving care and companionship.
Some of Molly's favorite experiences were: the summer spent with Sue, Lynn and Butch at the family cabin at Easley's Plunge in the Sawtooth mountains; flying into the backcountry of Idaho with pilot Rob Donnelly and friend Laura Coleman; trip-of-a-lifetime to Europe with cousin Phyllis Beitia; being the team mascot for the Elks softball team; weekly lunches with her sisters Sue (Bill) Galligan and Joyce (Sumner) Delana; and hearing the latest news about her beloved children George (Kaye) Borchers, Lynn Borchers Clem, David (Nancy) Lee-Painter, grandchildren Mindee (Graham) Forman, Erin (Jamie) Kubena, Angie (Scott) Stewart, Bryan (Natalie) Borchers, Allix (Stevie) Potratz-Lee, Molli Lee-Painter, and Molly Borchers; great grandchildren Ellie & Tate Kubena, Claire Forman, Lucian & Leto Borchers, and Kendall & McKenna Stewart.
We are marked by Molly's unwavering love for family, and her wise-cracking-smarty-pants sense of humor that made everyone a friend. Finally, we want to thank the staff at the Idaho Veterans Home for their compassionate care and attention.
Following Molly's wishes, friends are invited to join her family at an open house in celebration of her life Saturday, August 7, 2010 from 1:00-5:00 pm at ___ in Boise. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the Idaho Veterans Home or the Idaho Elks Rehabilitation Hospital.
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