Mrs. Laura S. Fallon

In Loving Memory of Laura Stack Fallon (September 5, 1918 - October 20, 2023) With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Laura S. Fallon, who departed this world on October 20, 2023, at the age of 105. Laura was born on September 5, 1918, to her parents, Frank Stack and Laura Gorman Stack of Baltimore, Maryland. Laura was the cherished wife of Lawrence Fallon Jr. She was a dedicated wife and a loving mother to her six children. She is survived by her children, Mary Monica O'Keefe, Michael Fallon, George Fallon, Rosemary Fallon, and Camilla Fallon, as well as her beloved grandchildren, Laura O'Keefe, Dr. Meghan O'Keefe, Dr. John O'Keefe, Daniel Leavitt, Audrey Benson, Michael Fallon, John Weidler, Dr. Sarah Wentling, Honora Fallon-Oben, and her great-grandchildren Benjamin Leavitt, Ruby Claire Fallon, Emma Lane Fallon, Clarke Mae Weidler, and Kateri Rose Oben-Bueche. Tragically, her son, Dr. Lawrence Fallon III, preceded her in death. Laura's life was a remarkable journey of dedication and resilience. She was born before the end of World War I and at a time when women were still fighting for the right to vote. As the eldest of nine siblings, she shouldered the responsibility of supporting her family after her father's untimely passing upon her high school graduation. Laura's determination and strong work ethic led her to work as a legal secretary during World War II when young men were scarce. She worked as a legal secretary at the prestigious Levy, Levy, Levy, and Ditto law firm. Her employers recognized her exceptional abilities and encouraged her to pursue a career in law. In 1943, she made history as one of the first women to graduate from the University of Baltimore Law School, earning her degree with cum laude honors. She chose the University of Baltimore because at the time the University of Maryland Law School did not admit women. Laura further solidified her legal career by passing the Maryland Bar Exam the same year. In September 1945, Laura married Lawrence Fallon, Jr., her University of Baltimore Law School classmate. Laura's commitment extended beyond her legal career, as she dedicated her time to raising her six children, providing free legal advice to family and friends, and serving as an election judge. Her community involvement included roles as a Cub Scout Den Mother and serving as the St. Mary's Govan’s Mother's Club and Cedarcroft Garden Club president. Her love for the arts shone through her Baltimore Museum of Art and Baltimore Symphony Associates memberships. Laura Stack Fallon's memory will inspire and strengthen future generations. A celebration of her remarkable life will be held at St Mary’s Catholic Church Govan’s on Friday at 11:00 a.m. Please join us in honoring and remembering the extraordinary life of Laura Stack Fallon. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to the St. Vincent de Paul Society of Baltimore in Laura's honor.