of Maumelle, AR
November 14, 1936 - October 14, 2018
Amal N. Olaimey, 81, of Little Rock passed away October 14, 2018. He was born November 14, 1936 in Nazareth, Palestine. Amal left Nazareth for America as a young man of 20 to pursue his education. He discovered America on August 22, 1957 with $10.00 in his pocket, a heart full of dreams and a commitment to honor his family. Amal graduated from Ouachita Baptist University in 1961. He began post-graduate studies at Vanderbilt University, but returned to Arkansas where he earned a MS in Microbiology at the University of Arkansas. He then went on to earn his medical degree at UAMS, Little Rock in 1971. He became a U.S. Citizen the same year.
Dr. Olaimey spent the first 20 years of his medical career in private practice in Bella Vista, Brinkley and Camden. He spent the last 20 years of his career serving as an ER doctor throughout Arkansas. Dr. Olaimey delivered over 1.500 babies over the course of his career and touched thousands of lives with his generosity and kindness. He believed strongly in education and many times over helped students with their tuition, as he was helped as a young student. He loved international travel as a younger man and later in his retirement years loved traveling the country in his motorhome.
Dr. Olaimey was a man of strong faith. He was a member of the Nazareth Greek Orthodox Church of the Annunciation. He felt that his greatest accomplishment in life was his family. He loved his role as Sedo (grandfather) to his six grandchildren.
Dr. Olaimey was preceded in death by his parents; Nimer and Selma Salem Olaimey and brother; Habib Olaimey. He is survived by his wife; Sue Harshaw Olaimey, children; Maggie Jones (Chuck) of Alexandria, Virginia, John Olaimey (Timothy Ann) of Little Rock, Arkansas, Anne Olaimey of Chicago, Illinois, Thomas Olaimey of Fayetteville, Arkansas, six grandchildren; Thompson, Reynolds, Collins, Evans, Powell and Aspen Olaimey all of Little Rock, Arkansas.
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16 Condolence(s)
Mildred Randall -Wayne
Sunday, January 30, 2022
Dr. Olaimey
I am truly sorry for your loss. He delivered both of my children. One in 1979 and one in 1983. I was truly blessed to have him as my Dr.
JOE COLCLASURE
Wednesday, October 24, 2018
John and family,
Maggie, Thomas, Ann
We were saddened to learn of the death of your DAd.
I hope you, Timothy, and family are doing well---I am sure you will miss your father.
We send you and family our warmest condolences.
Joe Colclasure
Brian Bratcher
Tuesday, October 23, 2018
To John Olaimey and Family -
I am very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. \
Sincerely,
Brian & Paige Bratcher
Nancy Diffee
Sunday, October 21, 2018
Dr. Olaimey delivered my 3 birth children, he was our family doctor until he left Camden. I went to work with him at Ouachita Co. Hospital. Everyone loved Dr. Olaimey. When my 3 rd child was about to be born there was sleet and snow; he called my husband to come pick him up at his house. We both left the hospital to pick him up and bring him to the hospital to deliver our baby. I have so many memories of him
.My trusted doctor, and my good friend. I have missed him thru the last few years. He will be missed and remembered.Truely a wonderdul man.
Marilyn Ligon
Saturday, October 20, 2018
My sincere condolences to all of the Olaimey children. I was so sorry to hear about your Dad's death, such a kind man . My hope is that your memories of him will help you four to get thru the grief you feel now. Thoughts and prayers for all of you. God Bless Marilyn Ligon
Terry Barket
Friday, October 19, 2018
My deep condolences to the Olaimey family.
Vernell Batts
Friday, October 19, 2018
The loss of a loved one can grieve the heart and make us yearn for the time when Jehovah keeps the promise that he made at [Revelations 21:4] when there will be no more tears, nor pain and no more death.
May these words comfort you at this time.
Jennifer Mooney
Wednesday, October 17, 2018
John and family, my heart hurts for you as I know the pain of losing someone you love. I loved your dad and always enjoyed visiting with him. Praying for you all - for sweet memories and for peace and comfort that only He can give. Love you and keeping you in my prayers. ❤️
Missy Ishmael
Wednesday, October 17, 2018
John
I am so very sorry for the loss of your Dad. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Valerie
Wednesday, October 17, 2018
I had the honor of working with Dr. Olaimey at the ED in Morrilton. He was kind, generous, a pleasure to work with. He had a wealth of knowledge not only about medicine but about life in general and he willingly shared it. I am a better person, better healthcare provider for having known and worked with him. Until with meet again, my friend.
Eddie Smith
Wednesday, October 17, 2018
Sue and family Debbie and I are so sad to hear about Doc. What a special man, will have fond memories of your home and the special trips we got to go on with y’all. In our prayers
Sammy and Karen Lee
Wednesday, October 17, 2018
He was such a precious soul. He was always so kind to me and my family. He was truly a blessing to so many people. He always told stories about his wife and kids and grandkids. He truly LOVED his family. My prayers go out to his family.
Stephen and Kimberley Elliott
Wednesday, October 17, 2018
So very sorry for your loss. Dr. Olaimey was a wonderful man to know and a great doctor to work with. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mollie Warner lpn
Wednesday, October 17, 2018
So sorry for your lost. Sending prayers for your family. I worked with Dr olaimey for about 5 yes in the ER Dept in Clinton, ar. He was such a kind and caring man and doctor. He treated us all with respect and had the best bedside manner. You can't find doctor's like this much any more. He would always bring us all snacks and coffee and ice cream. Me and my family has had dinner with him and Sue on occasion. And had visited his home throughput the building process. We all loved him so much. He taught me alot about work and how to be a good person and to be compassionate and kind. Rest in peace my dear doc until we meet again... Mollie Warner ER nurse Ozark health...
Jay Bruno
Wednesday, October 17, 2018
Lisa and I are saddened at the passing of Amal. He was a kind, generous, gracious man and we will miss him. To the family we express our most heartfelt condonlences.
Denise Huggins
Tuesday, October 16, 2018
Dr Olaimey was one of the sweetest, kindest and warm hearted doctor that I’ve ever had the privilege of knowing! I loved working with him, he would see me at Ozark Health Mesical Center in the morning and day, “ Denise I’m glad you are here today” We in the respiratory department miss him greatly! My prayers are with his family!! The world has lost a great man!