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George Naifeh Obituary
79, of Prescott, AZ passed away on April 21, 2011. Born in Ft. Madison, Iowa on Nov 26, 1931 to George and Rose Naifeh. US Navy 1951-55 Hospital Corpsman 2nd class. Married Virginia Lowenberg in 1955. Graduated from University of Iowa Medical School in 1961 and moved to Phoenix. General practice in Maryvale from 1961-67. The Naifeh family lived in Litchfield Park for almost 30 years except for 1967-70 when Dr. Naifeh did a Radiology residency at UTMB in Galveston, TX. He was a founding member of Valley Radiologists in Phoenix where he worked for 25 years. All 7 Naifeh children graduated from Agua Fria High School in Avondale. In 1997, Dr and Mrs Naifeh moved to Prescott, AZ where he worked part-time in the Radiology Dept at the VA Medical Center for 14 years. He worked up to the day before he was hospitalized in ICU. He died in hospice care in Prescott on Apr 21, 2011. Dr. Naifeh's life was full and happy because of his faith in God, his devotion to his family, and his love of work as a physician. He traveled to Micronesia, Romania, and Peru on medical missions. He volunteered at West Valley schools to give physical exams to low-income and special needs children. Dr Naifeh was a big brother in Yavapai Big Brothers Big Sisters. He was a former member of St. Peter's Episcopal Church and the Litchfield Park Kiwanis. He was active in St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Prescott. He is survived by his wife, Virginia, 7 children-Kathy Naifeh, Kimberly Reichmann, George Naifeh III, Kerri Smith, Kelli Price, Kamila Sharp, Kristin Erno, 15 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, his brother, John and 9 nieces and nephews. A celebration and gathering for Dr. George Naifeh will take place at 1:30 pm, Friday, May 6, 2011 at the Prescott VA Chapel, 500 N Hwy 89. A committal with military honors is at 3:00 pm, Friday, May 6, 2011 at the Prescott National Cemetery, corner of Hwy 69 and Hwy 89 in Prescott. Please visit and sign Dr. Naifeh's guestbook at www.ruffnerwakelin.com. Arizona Ruffner Wakelin Funeral Home, 303 S Cortez St, Prescott, AZ 86303, 928-445-2221. Donations can be made in his name to: Yavapai Big Brothers Big Sisters, 3208 Lakeside Village Dr, Prescott, AZ 86301, 928-778-5135 or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, 1-800-822-6344
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Christie Gaynor (Chatfield)
May 21, 2011
My mom told me and I was shocked and saddened. We will all miss your husband and father. I still have fond memories of him growing up in St. Peter's. He was a kind, loving and gentle soul and you were all reflections of all that was good in him. He will be missed, and our hearts and prayers go out to you all.
Tiri Faraone
May 19, 2011
Dear Ginny, Kristin, Kamela and family,
I am so sorry to have heard of Mr. Naifeh's (George's) passing. I have great memories growing up with Kristin and Kamela and they would not have been complete without his ever present smile, up beat attitude and teasing of me and my family. He will be missed for sure. Our prayers are with you all during this time of loss.
Ann Chatfield-Cecchini
May 19, 2011
Dear Ginny and family,
All of our family was very shocked to hear of George's passing. You were all such an integral part of our church and family life at St. Peter's when we lived in Litchfield Park. George will be remembered by everyone who knew him for his genial, unruffled demeanour and his gentle, unfailing kindness to anyone who asked his help or advice. His deep faith was evident to all who knew him - as was his sense of humor. I think we all remember those twinkling eyes - always helpful with a big family, n'est-ce pas? ( We could relate! :) Thank you for many happy memories for our children growing up in the St. Peter's family. George will be missed.
May 9, 2011
Dear Ginnie & Family,
Faith and I were very sad and shocked to hear about George. Our sincere condolences go out to you all.
Gene and Faith Kupka
May 3, 2011
George was one of the kindest and most loving people we have ever known. His light will continue to shine through all the lives he touched with his warmth and love. With our love, Bob and Margaret Simmons, Litchfield Park
May 2, 2011
Dear Ginny and Family,
I will miss George very much, with his smiling face, as we administer the Chalis for a number of years together. God Bless you all. Doug Pask
May 2, 2011
You will be missed greatly Dr. Naifeh, thoughts & prayers to your family. Shryl H.
Darryl Gentry
May 2, 2011
May 02, 2011
Dear Ginny:
I was very surprise to hear about George. Please accept my sincere condolences. I am so sorry to be here in Florida at this very sad time. I feel very fortunate to have known George through the church and our Monday night group.I was so glad that George read my paper about God and his role in our lives a few weeks before his death. George was a deep thinker and I enjoyed his thoughts about God and the Bible in our group. I hope you can get down to Prescott from time to time and visit with us. I hope to see you in the near future. You and George have been very important in my life.
I will always love you both.
Darryl Gentry
May 1, 2011
I first met Dr. Naifeh over 25 years ago. I met him during a legal case. I can say without reservation that he was a perfect gentleman at all times, was more approachable than any physician I had ever met, and I forever considered him a friend. He was a wonderful human being and an extremely competent professional. Humanity lost a favorite son on April 21st. My condolences to his family....Frank A Parks ( Flagstaff )
May 1, 2011
I want to thank you for all the special years of working for you. I will always have the greatest admiration for you. You will be greatly missed by all friends and family.
Susie Q and Rob Caywood, El Mirage,Az.
Tina Giordano
May 1, 2011
i loved u thank you for taking such good care of my family and i!!!!! u will be missed
May 1, 2011
Dear Ginny: we just learned of George's demise today and are deeply saddened. George was a good and decent man as well as an esteemed colleague of mine for many years...Hindda and I send our condolences to you and your family...Hank Newman
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