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Nancy Gevirtz Obituary
Dr. Nancy Mao Gevirtz of South Whitehall Township, passed away on August 25, after a valiant battle with scleroderma. She was 48. She was the daughter of Rita Mao Myrick, wife of Bert Myrick and the late Joseph T.K. Mao. She was married to Dr. Jeffrey Gevirtz for 17 years. Nancy graduated from Dumont High School, New Jersey, in 1978, Brown University in 1982, and Rutgers Medical School in 1986. She did her clinical medicine at Hartford Hospital in 1990. Nancy practiced medicine for 10 years with Sam Bub, M.D. and Associates and worked as a summer camp physician at Camp Harlam. Nancy has been an active and beloved leader in her community for many years. She received the George Feldman Achievement Award for her service to the Jewish community, she was president of the Womens Division of the Jewish Federation of the Lehigh Valley (J.F.L.V.) and served on the boards of the J.F.L.V., the Jewish Day School and Congregation Keneseth Israel (K.I.). She was a member of K.I. and of Temple Beth El. Survivors: Husband; mother; her children, Sam and Rachel; sisters, Elaine Hui, wife of Dr. Thomas Hui, Kim Judge, wife of Glenn Judge; sister-in-law, Tracy Weinstein, wife of Dr. David Weinstein; brother-in-law, Stephen Gevirtz, husband of Karen Gevirtz, and their families; and by many friends whose lives she touched so deeply. Services: Funeral services will be held today, August 27 at 11 a.m. in Congregation Keneseth Isreal, 2227 Chew Street, Allentown. Shiva will be observed at the Gevirtz residence August 27, 28, 30, 31, and September 1 at 7 p.m. with Minyan at 8 p.m. Arrangements by Bachman, Kulik & Reinsmith Funeral Home, Allentown. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to the Jewish Federation of the Lehigh Valley, 702 N. 22nd Street, Allentown, PA 18104, the Scleroderma Foundation, Attn: Donations, 300 Rosewood Drive Suite 105, Danvers, MA 01923 or by calling 1-800-722-4673, or to the charity of your choice.
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JOY AND BOB MILLER
August 21, 2020
SHE WAS A VERY WELCOMING AND WARM PERSON! sHE CARED FOR HER HUSBAND AND CHILDREN VERY MUCH!
Sue Snyder
September 22, 2008
Dear Dr. Gevirtz and family,
I knew Dr. Mao as my general internist while she practiced with Dr. Bub. I was so disappointed when she left the practice as she was the bestest and nicest physician I had the unfortunate pleasure of seeing. She always had a caring attitude and took the time to listen, never hurrying or rushing me. I am so sorry for your loss, but I know she will remain forever in your hearts.
lucie Baudo
September 21, 2008
Dear Jeffrey, Sam and Rachel, my thoughts are with you as you go through this difficult time. I have lived far, physically & emotionally and seen you only briefly through the years, but I know that you are good and wonderful people and I wish you strength as you go through this. Love, Lucie
Lisa Simon Jablon
September 11, 2008
Dear Jeff, Rachel and Sam,
My heart is breaking for you . I remember Nancy ONLY in vibrant good health with a lively sense of humor. Her calm demeanor, even in the midst of the chaos of the Camp Harlam Mirpa'ah sick call was contagious and reassuring. Words are useless, and happy memories help the pain.
With great affection,
Lisa Simon Jablon, former Camp Harlam Nurse
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Peter Strauss
September 11, 2008
Frances Strauss,Janet Vrecenak and Peter Strauss. We recently found out of the passing of Nancy. We were neighbors from across the street in Dumont N.J. It seems like a million years ago. Our thoughts are with Nancy's immediate family,Ellaine and Kim and her mom Rita.
Megan Billowitch
September 4, 2008
Dr. Mau was my doctor for many years and I was so saddened to hear about her passing away. I hope her family takes comfort in the fact that she was a wonderful doctor who always greeted her patients with a warm smile. She will be missed. The world needs more doctors like her. God Bless you.
Katie Tanaka
September 1, 2008
Dear Jeffrey and family,
We were very saddened to hear about the passing of Nancy. We know that we met you for only a few times during holiday celebrations, but we certainly enjoyed getting together with the Mao family during the Christmas holidays - the Christmas day dinners were always memorable and of the course it was never complete without the sing a long - always made special with Uncle Mike on the piano and Mr. Mao and Mr. Yee singing. Wishing you and your family strength and peace during this difficult time.
Michael Balogh and Katie Tanaka
Ronnie Sheftel
September 1, 2008
Dear Jeff,
Although we did not know Nancy very well,we do want you and your children to know that her goodness, her good deeds and beautiful smile touched us deeply.
May she rest in peace knowing she was much loved and will be sorely missed.
Ronnie and Milton Sheftel , Allentown, Pa.
LVH employee
August 30, 2008
Dr. Gevirtz and Family,
My heartfelt condolences to you in the death of your courageous wife, Nancy. As you mourn her loss, please take comfort in knowing that she is truly resting in peace, free from pain, sickness and suffering.
God's Word assures us a time when, "No resident will say: 'I am sick.'" Until then, may He grant you strength to cope with your loss day by day. My prayers continue with your family. (Isaiah 33:24 and Isaiah 25:8).
Tammy Brenner
August 28, 2008
Dear Dr. Gevirtz and Family
Our hearts are breaking for you and your family. We hope you find strength from each other. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We hope you can find peace and tranquility in the days and months to follow.
Tammy Brenner, Patty McIlhenny, Toni Knappenberger, Karen Amelang, Kathy McKeown and Pat Rooney......The Keystone Kidney Lithotripsy Technologists
Mary Jane Frankel
August 28, 2008
Dear Jeff,
I know how much you loved Nancy and how you must be hurting right now. Monica kept me informed about her valiant struggle. May you, your children and parents find peace in the months to come, knowing that her suffering has ended.
Mary Jane Frankel
Lois Ratner
August 28, 2008
Jeff, Sam, Rachel & Extended Family,
Mere words cannot express our feelings. G-d Bless all of you. Love, Lois & Sy Ratner
August 28, 2008
Dr. Gevirtz, Our thoughts and prayers are with you,Sam and Rachel at this time. Sacred Heart O.R.Staff
The Feder Family
August 28, 2008
Jeff, Sam, and Rachel,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Nancy was an inspiration - her courage, her caring personality and her wonderful smile. We so valued her friendship and often think about the wonderful times our families shared. She was a blessing in our lives that we will never forget.
Stewart & Rebecca Landau
August 27, 2008
Jeff, Sam, and Rachel.
We have many happy memories of Nancy. One of Stewart's and my favorite memories of Nancy is her famous "Nancy Mao Chicken" - no one could make better chicken. We also loved sitting around the apartment on the blue couch looking at Narragansett Bay. We had a great time last Summer in Newport at the beach and the Tennis Hall of Fame. Also, when we went to Providence and visited Brown University and the apartments Nancy lived in. We will miss her.
Love Rebecca, Stewart, Sarah and Isaac Landau.
Theresa Cheng
August 27, 2008
Dear Jeff, Sam, and Rachel
and Dear Aunt Rita, Kim, Elaine and your families,
Our very deepest sympathies are with all of you on your very deep loss of a unique wife, mother, daughter and sister.
Our cousin Nancy was always so well respected for her courage, her strength of character, and her determination. She had a beautiful, strong presence and an easy gentleness and smile. We may not have shared many moments together, but when we did, we always wished we could see more of her.
Words are not enough during this time. Please accept our most earnest condolences as we share with you some of your sorrow. We have you in our thoughts and pray for you. It has been a honour to have known Nancy, and a great loss for the whole Cheng Family.
Theresa Cheng and Vince Tarantino, John-Nicholas and Erika Cheng-Tarantino.
Bob and Joy Miller
August 27, 2008
We have always had Nancy in our prayers. Joy will remember the time she and Nancy checked off names for a KI sisterhood event. Nancy's big smile made each person feel wanted and welcomed.! Bob and Joy remember meeting Nancy and Jeff when they first came to a KI Friday night service and meeting many new people.
Memories are valuable lessons that we can always share but our feelings will remain how fortunate we were to have grown to know Nancy over the years in the L-V! Jeff, we won't forget you in our prayers that healing and understandings will come and give you peace as fast as it is possible. Friends, Bob and Joy Miller
jessica smith
August 27, 2008
Dear Jeff, Sam and Rachel: I am sending you my deepest sympathy for your loss! She was a lovely women and I am greatfull that I had the pleasure to know her while both Sam and Rachel went threw the system from the Baby Room with me to Brenda's school age program! I am greatful also to know all of you and had the gift to watch both kids grow up! Nancy will be missed dearly and as i said I am very sorry for your loss and i will say a prayer for your family ! if you need anything please let me know! sincerely, jess smith( baby room lead teacher)
Debbie Cadue (Knappenberger)
August 27, 2008
Dear Gervitz family,
I am saddened to hear of the loss of Dr Mao. I had the pleasure of working with her at Dr Bub's office and know that she was a wonderful person and a dedicated physician.
Jamie Paranicas
August 27, 2008
Dear Jeff, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your children and families. I worked with Nancy as a girl- doc-to- girl doc and she was wonderful. May her memory be eternal. Sincerely, Jamie Paranicas and Harry Pickle
Lori Gaumer
August 27, 2008
Jeff, Sam and Rachel,
I am a former employee of Valley Urology Group. I was saddened to hear of Nancy's passing. She was always a bright and cheerful face when she would come into the office to visit. May your memories keep her spirit alive in your hearts. My sincere condolences to you all.
Ron & Patti Lokay
August 27, 2008
Jeff, many atimes that I sat in your office and saw the smiling faces of your family looking down on you and your patients. My wife Patti and I send our condolances to you and and your children, the Mao family and all who Nancys life may have touched. Even though we have never met her, we mourn her departure at such a young age. Take heart Doc, there are a lot of people who share in your loss. She will forever watch over your famillies. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, God bless.
Mike Jensen
August 27, 2008
Jeff , Sam ,and Rachel ,Words are not adequate to express the feelings that i pass to you at this time .My heart and prayers are with you during this time of sadness, and always ....,Mike Jensen
Megan McCormack
August 27, 2008
May Nancy's soul rest in peace... What a wonderful woman to have resting with the angels. My sincere thoughts and prayers are with Dr. Gevirtz, Rachel, Sam and Nancy's family.. God bless you!
Amy Bramley
August 27, 2008
I am so blessed to have met a wonderful person like Nancy. She was a fighter and she will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with the Gevirtz.
Joe Mastriani and family
August 27, 2008
Jeff, Sam and Rachel,
Please accept our deepest condolances. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
Brandi Haja
August 27, 2008
I was so saddened to hear of Nancy's passing. Her spirit was an inspiration. My deepest sympathies are with you at this time.
Eileen Wanamaker
August 27, 2008
My deepest sympathies to Dr. Mao's family. How sad to read of her battle with Scleroderma and her passing at such a young age.
I had the pleasure of knowing Dr. Mao, as a gentle, kind and caring physician while she worked at Dr. Bub's office. The last I saw her she was pregnant and preparing to be home with her children. May God bless her family and friends, as they deal with this loss.
Ken & Cindy Kubushefski
August 27, 2008
Dr. Gervirtz and Family,
Ken and I are so sorry to hear of the passing of your beautiful wife. I am a patient of Dr. Bub's office and had her one time and decided she was the perfect doctor for me but found out that she was leaving to be with her children. What a mother she was to give up her career to be with them and how lucky for your children. Know you're in our prayers and know she is now in your heart forever.
Tami King
August 27, 2008
To Nancy's family
I had the pleasure of meeting Nancy and having some nice conversations with her over the last few months. She was truely a beautiful lady, and will be sadly missed. God Bless. My sincere condolences to her family.
Tami King
Lehigh Valley Hospital
Unit 6b
Jim, Debbie, James and Megan Joseph
August 27, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. God Bless!
Cynthia Zettlemoyer
August 27, 2008
Jeff, Sam & Rachel,
I'm sure that your wife and mother leaves you with many wonderful memories. Keep these memories in your heart as you mourn her. I truly enjoyed knowing her through her work at JDS. My thoughts are with you now.
The Ratner family
August 27, 2008
To Nancy's family and friends,
We are sorry you lost such a kind and courageous wife, mother, daughter, sister and friend. Our thoughts are with you.
Patricia Roblin
August 27, 2008
Dr. Mao was a deeply compassionate and caring physician, I felt honored to be her patient and am saddened to hear of her passing. My sincerest condolences to the family.
Renee & John Orsini
August 27, 2008
Jeff, Sam & Rachel,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very sad time. May time heal your wounds until you are all reunited with Nancy. I'll miss our Wednesday morning chats, her positive attitude, and her kind words. We'll all miss her.
Dean & Donna Weber
August 27, 2008
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
Dr. Mao took care of our family at Sam Bub & Assocs. I remember when she told me she was going to take some time off to be with her children, and I admired her for doing so. Our prayers will be with you all.
Kline Pepper
August 27, 2008
Jeff, Sam and Rachel,
Our thoughts and prayers to you and your family at this time.
Kline, Julie, Chris and Bryan Pepper
Sharon Kospiah
August 27, 2008
Dr. Mao was our family Dr. for 10 years. We are so sorry here about her passing. We will miss her and our prayers are with her family. God Bless,
Sharon and Rick Kospiah
Amy Morse
August 27, 2008
Hey, Nance
I'll always love you
Michelle Diaz
August 27, 2008
Jeff
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the kids in your time of grief.
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