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Michael Aronson Obituary
A memorial service will be held at Temple Beth David, 7 Clapboardtree St., Westwood on Wednesday, June 22 at 1:00pm. Memorial observance at his late residence immediately following the service through 5pm and continuing 7-9:30pm with a Minyan at 7pm. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Dana Farber Cancer Institute, 10 Brookline Place West, 6th Floor, Brookline, MA 02445 or UMass Memorial Foundation, UMass Medicine Development Office, 333 South St., Shrewsbury, MA 01545.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Aronson
Annekathryn Goodman
June 13, 2023
I feel like I just chatted with Michael yesterday! His face crinkling into a gentle smile. I will never forget him. Sending love to the family ak
Jeremy Savage
October 16, 2011
I attended Tufts University with Mike in 1972. We worked at the Tufts college radio station together (WMFO). Mike did a radio show every Sunday night, called the "Blow Your Brains out Half Hour" where he played only the loudest rock. I can still hear the WHO blaring in my head as Mike started the show. It was an "experience" to watch him do this show live in the studio! We became friends in those years and he inspired me to pursue my own broadcast career. His friendship and guidance, in many ways, steered the course of my life. In later years when I needed to be "steered" and I didn't know it, Mike pointed me in the right direction. I did not see him for the years that followed but I thought of him frequently and remember, with great clarity, the many times we spent together and the things he said to me. I was lucky enough to speak with him twice just weeks before his passing and tell him how much I cared about what he meant to me. The other entries in this "book" all seem to have this common thread. He was truely a wonderful person and I shall miss him profoundly. My deepest sympathy to Pat and the boys at the loss of a husband and father.
September 3, 2011
I was a patient of Dr. Aronson a couple of years ago. He was a good and kind man, I can't even imagine how hard it must be to lose such a life force. My thoughts and prayers are with his wife and children.
John Petrozza
August 1, 2011
Dear Pat,
I was saddened to hear of Mike's passing. It seems like only yesterday when I spoke with him on the phone. He was such a compassionate, warm, and intelligent person. I will miss him.
John Petrozza
July 31, 2011
dear Pat,
I am so sad to hear about Your loss. mike was such a wonderful human being. he was kind and funny and a great doctor.
Lots of love
Ak Goodman
Janice Kennes
July 28, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. He was in the LIVESTRONG program at the Foxboro YMCA and I am one of the trainers. He was one of my favorites in the group and I really enjoyed getting to know him and helping him get stronger if only for a few weeks. Stay strong and keep his memories alive. He would not have wanted anything else. Janice Kennes
Bob Ljunggren
July 12, 2011
Pat and family.. i would like to pass along my sincere condolences on the passing of your beloved Michael..
Bob Ljunggren
Mickey Silvestri
July 9, 2011
Pat,
I wanted to extend my sympathies as well as my Mom's. Lu worked with you both at Women and Infants as well as myself and know how dedicated Mike was to his patients. The OB-GYN professional care for patient was improved because of physicians like Mike and yourself. Please know that we will keep you and your family in our prayers during this time of loss.
Mickey Silvestri
Lucille Silvestri
Serena Sposato
July 7, 2011
Dear Pat, I am so sorry for your loss. Everyone like you, loved Mike. What a great person, teacher and friend. I will never forget all that you and he taught me and how you both influenced me as a physician in traning. You have many teachers in your training to be a physician, but none more memorable than you and Mike. You two shared a great bond of love, and everyone knew it, and could sense it. I know you must miss him terribly, but he was so lucky to have shared his life with you, and your sons and so many others. I remember seeing him lecture at least twice at NEOG after I graduated. I was in awe. Thie nicest person, the warmest to all of his friends, and the most scholarly. He taught many of us, as did you, and he did it for the love of it. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the boys. With fond thoughts and memories, Serena Sposato
July 2, 2011
Pat -
Callie and I send our sincere sympathy and keep you in our thoughts. Mike worked with me in developing the 'journal' and was a great inspiration and leader in our major medical societies where our paths crossed frequently - AUGS and SGS. He was a dedicated individual as evidenced by so many who benefited from his influence.
Alf and Callie Bent
Lisa Jane Jacobsen
June 29, 2011
Pat,
I will always remember Mike as one of my most important mentors in my whole Ob/Gyn education. He was an outstanding surgeon whose attention to detail was impressive. He was also a really nice person. That is why I referred my mother to him, and my friend's mother and every patient who needed his help while I was working in Walpole. It impressed me when I first heard about his skills at working with stained glass and his love of music. I was a resident at the time and thought it was "cool" that this attending surgeon had so many diverse interests. I remember hearing that he would blast classic rock in his car every evening when he drove home from the hospital after a long day. One regret I have is that I did not tell him months ago how much I admired him and appreciate his role in my training. My thoughts are with you and your sons. He always became so animated when he would tell me and Steve about their latest accomplishments when we would run into him at the gym. I am sure you miss him very, very much.
P.S. Kris Strohbehn gave a really nice George Mitchell talk at Tufts a few weeks ago where he spoke about Mike as one of his most important mentors and some of the contributions he has made to the field of urogynecology.
Rick Doherty
June 28, 2011
Dear Pat,
I just received the shocking news about Mike. Always a gentleman, it was a real pleasure knowing him and working with him at Tufts. When he consulted me in ultrasound, his questions were always practical and intelligent, and his manner pleasant and respectful. He was one of the few clinicians that really understood what I could do, and it was always so easy to help him. He was always such a nice fine guy. I can't imagine your grief. He was too good a person for the world to lose so soon. You and your sons are in my thoughts.
Sharon Boggs
June 28, 2011
My deepest sympathy to Mike's family. I worked with Mike in the operating room at Tufts many years ago. He was one of the nicest,most compassionate surgeons I have worked with in 30 years. I'll never forget when he came to a nurse's farewell party of about 35 nurses with a lovely gift - he was so sweet. I am very sad to hear about his illness.
Joyce Lieder
June 25, 2011
Mike,
You will always be in my prayers & never out of my mind. 21 years ago you became part of my extended family forever.
Love,
Joyce
Melissa Perkins
June 24, 2011
Mike Aronson was one of the kindest and thoughtful people I have ever met. I was so sad to hear of his passing. I worked for Mike for 7 years and there was never a day that he didn't stop and see how I was doing. I remember finding out that Naomi Judd was speaking at a confrenece he was attending a few months down the road. I told Mike what a huge fan I was. He returned from the confrence with a copy of her book that he had her sign for me and a letter he wrote to me telling me all about talking with her. It meant so much to me that he remembered and took the time out of his day to have her do that for me. But that was the kind of guy Mike was. It was a great pleasure to have known Mike an I will never forget him. Pat, my heart goes out to you and the boys. He loved you all so dearly.
Melissa Perkins
Martha DePeters- Pizzarello
June 23, 2011
Thinking of your family in this very sad time- I will remember Dr Aronsen for his kindness to us as interns and residents, his clear love for his wife and family, and for his amazing teaching skills both in the OR and as a presenter. Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Cheryl Iglesia
June 23, 2011
Many of us are better persons for having known Dr. Michael Aronson. He was a gentle soul and so respected as a physician, surgeon, husband, father and friend. I hold him in the light and will never forget his kind heart. May he rest in peace.
Sameena Rahman
June 23, 2011
The loss of Dr. Aronson weighs heavy on my heart. He was an excellent mentor during residency and was dedicated to his patients, colleagues ,and family. My condolences to you Dr Pat Aronson and your family. May God give you strength during this difficult time.
Lisa Iwanski
June 22, 2011
Dear Pat, I was deeply saddened at the news of Dr. Aronsons passing. He was a joy to work for, always making us laugh at his fabulous impersonations (Groucho was his favorite), and proudly claiming to be the "Cookie Monster". He always spoke fondly and proudly of you, and his sons. His passion for his work and patients was endless. He will be greatly missed. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ann Weaver
June 22, 2011
Dear Pat, Ted and Adam,
This is such a terrible loss. Mike was an incredibly warm and friendly person. His love, pride and respect for the three of you was obvious each time we had the chance to chat at the many school functions. I feel so fortunate that my family had the chance to know your family. You will forever be in our hearts.
Mike in 2006, making sure son Ted and prom date stay dry.
Ann Weaver
June 22, 2011
Susan Mocsny Thomas, RNC-OB
June 22, 2011
Dear Pat,
Know that all of us at Memorial are thinking of you and your family. You are held in prayer. May the many good memories you share get you through these raw times.
Lori Peasley
June 22, 2011
Dear
Dr Aronsons,Ted,Adam
your father was a brillant man and will be missed greatly. I first met this tall gentle doctor in need of some ergonomic support several years back, as I was the safety officer at Umass. He always had a smile even the day he was here a few months ago when I ran into him in the cafeteria. You should be proud of all his work. He loved you all so much as spoke of you lovingly.
Abbas Shobeiri
June 22, 2011
Dear Pat,
I posted a picture of you and Mike in New Orleans anatomy lab. My deepest condolences for your loss. Mike became a mentor to me starting in medical school and contnued his friendship and support even when he was battling with brain CA. I am giving a talk in Mexico City and his ACOG friends down here are shocked and saddened by his loss.
Lauren Seaver
June 21, 2011
I was so saddened to hear of Dr. Aronsons passing. I worked with Mike at the University campus several years ago. He was such a pleasure to work with. I was always so impressed by his passion for his work & the dedication he had to his patients. The medical community has lost one of its finest. My deepest sympathy to your family at this time.
Steve Schwaitzberg
June 21, 2011
Pat-
Mike was a great friend. It was people like him that made NEMC special. I loved his enthusiasm for EVERYTHING and alway thought of him as a "neat guy". We talked so many times about the good , the bad and naturally , the ugly. He loved you and boys and was so proud of all of you.
My life was enriched by being his friend and colleague. I will deeply miss him.
kelly gillis
June 21, 2011
I am so saddened to hear. Mike was an amazing doctor. I truly loved working with him and being inspired by him. He and I worked very well together at Tufts. He would always call the nurse to ask how his patients did before he would speak with the residents. I think the world of him. My Mom had 2 major surgeries done extremely successful by him, most recently a few years ago. He went into my Mom's preop area and said to her, "Boy, your granddaughter's band got robbed." Well, one day in about 2006 I ran into Pat and Mike at a band show in Dartmouth. After hugging them, we sat in our seats to watch Norwood perform. He was so proud of his son's who played an instrument and one even became drum major. He always kept me updated. Well, on that night in Dartmouth he watched our band that my daughter was a part of, the Blackstone-MIllville Regional Charger band. He was hooked. He would stay to watch and just loved the thrill of marching band. I remember seeing him at a MICCA show, all pround of his boys and happy for my daughers band. Well, his statement about the band being robbed to my MOM is that he had watched BMR perform a few years ago in Reading where BMR place 2nd in NE at NESBA. He felt they deserved a first place. He was a great man and I will never forget him. My heart goes to Pat and his two boys, who I know he loved. He made time for you when he was able. Remember, he was so proud of you both. Kelly L. Gillis 300 Main Street Blackstone, MA 01504
June 21, 2011
Dear Pat, Ted and Adam,
For Me Dr. A. will always have a special spot in my heart for always. When I was fortunate enough to first get an interview for a job with him, and then when he chose me for that job I had no idea what an impact he would have on my life even to this day. He was able to make me feel that I could do anything I wanted and gave me such self confidence. He not only guided me in my professional life and I am so proud of the practice I helped keep going at Tufts for all those years, but I learned so much about loving and caring for my family and how important they are. I truly thank him for helping me to also become the type of mother that I am today. Because I always saw how no matter how busy he was, his family came first. I practice this in my family life too.
Dr. A will always be a special part of my life and I will miss mailing him root beer barrels every so often. Take care of each other now and remember so many people are here to help you.
Kathy Lanza Carlin
Starla Pathak
June 21, 2011
Pat -
I am truly at a loss upon learning of Mike's passing. My thoughts are with you and the boys during this very difficult time. Mike touched the lives of so many people that his compassion and caring will continue to live on in those whose lives he touched. May God keep you, Ted and Adam in his hands and provide you with great comfort.
My deepest sympathies...
June 21, 2011
Dr Aronson was my mother's surgeon he changed her life and was so kind to her. Years later he would always smile and say hello to me and ask about her when we passed in the halls where we both worked.
Our prayers and thanks that he came into our lives
Paula Abate RN PNP
June 21, 2011
I used to work for Dr Michael and Dr Pat Aronson at UmassMemorial. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. He was a wonderful doctor and wonderful to work for. My thoughts and prayers are with Dr Pat Aronson and the family. Sarah Mulcahy-Gamache
Sandy Taubert
June 21, 2011
Pat, I was so very sad to hear of Mike's passing. He truly was a special person. I remember working with him on the Dictate workgroup. He claimed to be "not very technically savvy" and would say things like, "I can tell you step by step how to perform a hysterectomy, but for some reason I can't follow your technical jargon!" I remember how sweet and sincere he was working with us. He was more technically savvy then he would ever admit! And he never displayed any frustration, even though the system was far from perfect! He will certainly be missed by all. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you.
June 21, 2011
Even since medical school Mike has epitomized many of the best aspects of medicine, and life. I will truly miss him.
Mark Walters
Donna LaFontaine
June 21, 2011
Dear Pat,
I am so saddened to hear of Mike's passing. Both of you helped to form me as the doctor I am today. I have such fond memories of our training together. I can see from the entries, Mike's legacy has left the world with many compassionate, excellent physicians. Remembering back to when I babysat Teddy, I am shocked to see him taller than Mike in the Thanksgiving picture. I hope to make it to the minyan, but if not, know my thoughts and prayers are with you and the boys.
Matt Collins
June 21, 2011
such a fine physician and person. i am so impressed by his innovative approach to understanding and perfecting his discipline. i knew that, when referring patients to him they would be in the most competent and kindest of hands. my deepest sympathy to his equally competent and caring physician wife and his family.
Michele Sinopoli
June 21, 2011
The incredible loss of Dr Aronson pains my heart. Such a kind man and dedicated mentor. He taught me how to be selfless towards patients, colleagues, and family. I hope to continue in his example.
alan decherney
June 21, 2011
i'm so sad to see a wonderful career ended prematurely.i took great pride in watching mike grow. in fact he exceeded his own expectations.he was a great and insightful surgeon and an inspired teacher.he was most of all "over the top" proud of his family.he was one of my favorite TUFT'S faculty.for the reasons above;of course, but mainly i loved when this big guy would lumber into my office and would debate "the meanings of life".
John Randolph
June 21, 2011
Dear Pat, I worked with Mike in a number of capacities at UMass Memorial, including serving on a Board committee together for six years. Mike was passionate about quality of patient care, had strong values, asked the difficult questions, but always with that warm smile. Mike was a leader and will be missed deeply, but not forgoten.
Karolynn Echols
June 21, 2011
Dear Pat:
I am so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. He was a motivator, a wonderful educator and mentor and always had this peaceful way of speaking that made me want to just be around him. He will definitely be missed but his spirit will live on.
Janelle Evans
June 21, 2011
As a former resident of Dr. Aronson, I am saddened beyond words to hear that the person I considered my mentor is no longer with us. It is rare to find such an amazing selfless, genuine person and I feel incredibly lucky to have been taught by him. All of my condolences to Dr. Pat Aronson and her sons.
Photo Mike sent me last Thanksgiving with his family
Scott Kambiss
June 20, 2011
Dear Pat, Ted, and Adam,
My most sincere condolences to you all. Mike was more than a superior surgeon, clinician, and mentor. He taught me many things but the thing which stands out and was his dedication as a husband and a father. I can still hear him say it today.. "You will have many opportunities to do a cool case but you will have only one opportunity to see your 8 year old son sing in a school concert" He was so good to us. I will miss him dearly.
With heartfelt condolences,
Scott & Karen Kambiss
Michael Vardy
June 20, 2011
My deepest sympathy. Mike was and is an inspiration to me and countless others in our discipline. I will always remember his words of advice and support. Just 3 days ago I read a letter of recommendation Mike wrote for a fellow candidate. To the very end, selflessly helping young physicians achieve their goals. He will be sorely missed.
Leslie Robinson
June 20, 2011
My condolences to Mike's family. He was a good man - teacher, physician, friend. He had a great smile and a warm heart. He will be missed by many.
Andrew Walter
June 20, 2011
Mike is an inspiration to me, and has done for my education and my growth as a physician than I am sure he was ever aware. I am deeply saddened by his passing. Please accept my most sincere condolences.
Laura Nevel
June 20, 2011
Dear Pat,
We were shocked and saddened to hear of Mike's death. I vividly remember being at your wedding and watching you both cut the cake. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you, your boys, and your family. We plan to come for minyan on Wednesday. Love, Laura and Avi Nevel
Peter Lotze
June 20, 2011
Dear Pat,
Mike has been an inspiration to the docs down in Houston, where he has lectured and has (and will continue to be) frequently quoted. His contributions to our medical knowledge are too great to list. There is a void in medicine with his absence. He will never be forgotten.
With our deepest sympathy,
Peter Lotze, Ginger Cathey, Kimberly Miller-Miles, and Hilaire Fisher
(the Houston docs)
Tom Nolan
June 20, 2011
Mike's contribution and support of his specialty, and his constant optimism were always a beacon to me and others in SGS. He made our society stronger and helped many of us see the positive. He will be missed.
Gladys Inga
June 20, 2011
Dear Pat,
We are literally choked up with grief to hear of Mike's passing. He was 'Big Love' and a mensch-leader. Mike was one of those people who made your day better just by conversing with him, the subject did not matter. We will be eternally grateful for his encouragement, teaching, friendship and big-hearted kindness.
Gladys Inga and Mark Snyder
Steve & Cindy Thibodeau
June 20, 2011
Dear Pat, Ted and Adam,
Our thoughts are with you during this difficult stretch. I first met Mike around 1970 and he remained one of my best friends since that time. He was a uniquely kind and understanding person and I know that he was a great gift to both the medical community and his patients.
Love,
Steve & Cindy
Meg Sullivan
June 20, 2011
Dear Pat,
My sincere sympathy to you and your boys during this difficult time. I met Mike when I was a student, grew to admire him during residency,and continued to learn from him while were on staff together at Tufts. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. He will be missed by all.
June 20, 2011
Dear Pat,Ted and Adam,
Mike was a wonderful friend and a kind soul. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Joe Schaffer
June 20, 2011
Mike was an outstanding, kind, considerate person. We will all miss him.
PD Abbott,MD Fort Worth, Texas
June 20, 2011
I will never forget Dr.Aronson.I remember 2 years ago ,I was not feeling well in the clinic and he thought it might be my Afib( he also had) and in the snow he put me in a wheel chair and brought me across the street to my Cardiologst.I will miss him so much.
Betty Mongeon
Mike and Pat in Chicago, 2010
John & Barb DeLancey
June 20, 2011
Dear Pat, Ted and Adam,
We all share so many wonderful memories of Mike. Times spent in friendship; times spent with family are times we will treasure. His special gifts to all of us of wisdom, understanding, warmth, and humor will endure. This attached picture was taken when we were all having dinner in Chicago and should remind us all of wonderful times we all have shared and of how much Mike meant to so many.
With deepest condolences.
Mike and Pat in New Orleans Anatomy
Abbas Shobeiri
June 20, 2011
Dee Fenner
June 20, 2011
Dear Pat, Ted and Adam,
We remember the wonderful times together and have you in our hearts and prayers.
Mike was bigger than life. His smile and words of encouragement helped so many of us along the way.
love
Dee Fenner and Charlie Moss
Robert Harris
June 20, 2011
I worked with Mike at AUGS and he was always so kind and pleasant; a wonderful leader and an example for us all. He will be greatly missed. I am truly sorry for your loss.
This is a picture from the 2005 ACOG Convocation. Mike was AUGS president and I was APGO president. Dr. Breen and Dr. Morley were past ACOG Presidents
Dee Fenner
June 20, 2011
Lynn Simpson
June 20, 2011
Dear Pat,
So sorry to hear about Mike. He was always such a positive person -- and an excellent teacher. He will be missed.
Doug and Catey Hale
June 20, 2011
Dear Pat, Ted, and Adam,
I am so sorry to hear about Mike. He touched so many lives and obviously none more than yours. We are all better people for having him as a friend, mentor, and role model. Our thoughts will be with you as you go through this time.
Halina Zyczynski
June 20, 2011
Dear Pat, Ted and Adam,
May your memories of the joyful times together give your strength during this time of great sorrow. Your husband and father will be remembered as a man of great kindness, compassion and humor. He has left an indelible mark on our field of urogyn.
Amy Rosenman
June 20, 2011
This is very sad news. Mike is one of those people you never forget. I knew him through AUGS for many years. He will be missed. My sincere sympathy to his family and friends.
Linda Brubaker
June 20, 2011
Pat, Ted and Adam - you are part of our urogynecology family. We grieve with you and surround you with love.
We have all lost someone who enriched so many lives,
Linda and Warren Brubaker
Mary McLennan
June 20, 2011
Dear Mrs Aronson,
I had the pleasure of knowing and working with your husband at AUGS. He was a fine teacher and leader and he will be missed.
I am very sorry for your loss.
George Flesh
June 20, 2011
Dear Pat, Ted and Adam,
For me and his other urogyn colleagues, Mike was a clear thinker, excellent teacher, and an exemplary surgeon. He was able to listen respectfully to questions and give lucid answers. Personally I always felt his kindness and warmth. May his memory be a blessing for you always.
Leah Moynihan
June 20, 2011
Dear Pat,
I am crushed to hear of Mike's death. He was my mentor at Tufts, and is the reason I love urogynecology. I talk about him (and all he taught me) on a regular basis. I am forever in his debt, and am sorry I can't tell him this myself. My thoughts are with you and the boys.
Best,
Bob Berry
June 20, 2011
Dear Pat, Ted and Adam,
I loved and admired Mike – still do and always will. A resident thanked me Saturday night for a surgical case she and I had done that she had only experienced that one time in her training. Mike taught me to do the procedure. I can only try to imagine your loss given how big it feels to those of us who were not sons or wives.
The world will always feel a little smaller without him walking in it.
Love to you all from us in the Berry household,
Mike Symonds
June 20, 2011
My most sincere sympathies go out to Pat, Ted and Adam. Mike was one of my best friends for forty years because he was always willing to help anyone anytime, and always with a great sense of humor. I trusted him so much I bought my first car from him!
All my love
Roberta Frankenthaler
June 19, 2011
Dear Pat, Ted, and Adam,
Our deepest sympathy on your loss. Michael was a very special man, father, husband and community leader. He will be truly missed by the Temple Beth David community.
Warm Regards, The Frankenthaler Family
Andrew lore
June 19, 2011
Adam we are sorry hearing about your father. May he rest in peace.
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