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Philip Joseph Abood, 80, a Jacksonville native, died on Saturday, Aug. 27, 2011, at his home in St. Augustine.
Dr. Abood was preceded in death by his parents, Alice and Isaar N. "Richard" Abood. He served honorably in the United States Coast Guard from 1951-1954. He graduated from Georgetown University and Georgetown University Dental School.
In 1961 he moved his family to Jacksonville to open his dental practice marking the beginning of 45 years of dedication to his patients, their families and the Jacksonville community.
During this time he served on the Georgetown Dental Alumni Board, the Board of Governors, and he was a member of the American Dental Association, the International Congress of Oral Implantologists and a distinguished recipient of the Apollonian Award.
He co-authored one of the first software programs for Dental Office Management, was vice chairman of the Florida Dental Association Peer Review, chairman of the Jacksonville Medical Center Division of Dentistry, General Practice Residency for the University of Florida College of Dentistry.
Dr. Abood was the founder of the Jacksonville Dental Mutual Aid Society. He was instrumental in introducing and educating dentists in Florida on the use of nitrous oxide as a form of sedation. Dr. Abood was a 4th degree Knight with Our Lady Queen of the Knights Assembly 2679, a Eucharistic minister and a faithful servant of the Catholic Church.
He was a devoted husband to his wife of 59 years, Patricia, St. Augustine. He is also survived by his children, Peter (Debi) Abood, Wichita, Kan., Dr. Mark (Theresa) Abood, Jacksonville, Trish (Kirt) Wightman, Hoschton, Ga., Stephany (Earle) Lantz, St. Augustine, Laura (Greg) den Boef, Jacksonville; two sisters, Barbara Sledjeski, Centreville, Va., Rosemary Lyon, Mansfield, Conn.; 16 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
A funeral Mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 31, 2011, at San Jose Catholic Church. A visitation beginning at 9:30 a.m. will precede the services.
The family would like to thank the wonderful caregivers and Community Hospice of NE Florida for the loving care they gave him.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Shriners Hospitals for Children, 2900 Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, FL 33607 and Down Syndrome Association of Jacksonville, 1050 N. Davis St., Jacksonville, FL 32209.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home, St. Augustine, is in charge of arrangements.
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My sympathies go out to the family of Dr. Philip, as I just found out about his passing on my recent return to Jacksonville to see Dr. Mark for a check up. When I think of Dr. Philip, I instantly have a smile on my face - he always made me laugh with his humor and warmth.
Debbie Shipton
December 27, 2011
Today I learned about the passing of our family's long time dentist, Dr. Phillip. In my opinion you could not find a more honest or kind man in this entire world. I once had what I thought was a toothache that turned out to be a sensitive tooth. Dr. abood gave me an on the spot appointment during his lunch break,handed me a tube of sensodyne toothpaste smiled patted me on the shoulder and sent me home without a charge. This was only one of the several times he went out of his way for me and my family. He was the best! Our entire family misses him, however, we know he is now at peace in heaven. My sympathy to the family and friends whose lives he touched in so many ways.
Marilyn Erwin
September 23, 2011
Dr. Abood was one of the finest people I have ever known. I worked for him for 21 1/2 years. He taught me everything I know about dentistry. He was a kind and patient teacher. He had the answer to practically anything you can imagine asking. I have so many fond memories of him and I can close my eyes and still picture him standing there at my desk talking to me about the patients we were about to see. He was so kind to my family and took care of all of our dental needs throughout the years. I will miss him so much. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.Im sure you know he had an express lift to heaven.
Frances Flowes
September 13, 2011
With deepest sympathy on the lost of your love one. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Merle and Lou Smith
(Theresians and St. Joseph's Parish)
Merle & Lou Smith
September 1, 2011
Dear Pat, I just wanted you to know my thoughts and prayers are wth you. I remember the sale in Mandarin many years ago. Phillip was very blessed to have you for his wife through the years. God bless you. Beverly Brandenburger
beverly brandenburger
September 1, 2011
We went to Dr Abood from the time we arrived in Jax in 1967 until his retirement and always appreciated his prefessionalism and efficiency. I was especially touched when he went to the nursing home where my mom was to care for a broken tooth...a house call in this day and age!! He was a very nice man and I know his family will miss him.
Stevie Schoof and family
September 1, 2011
Mrs Abood and family
We were so saddened to hear of Dr Abood's passing. We saw Dr. William yesterday and he informed us of his nephew's death.
Please be assured we will pray for you all and if we can do anything for you let us know. May his memory be cherished.
Murad & Ida Farah
September 1, 2011
To the family and friends of Dr. Philip Abood,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. I have thought about him and his loved ones since I worked for him. I was a dental hygienist for him from March 26, 2001 until October 2005. He was a good man and a good employer. He will be missed.
Teresa McEldowney
August 31, 2011
Dear Drs. Mark & Theresa,
My deepest condolences to you and your family. I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad. I didn't know him long but I do remember the meetings that he attended. My love, thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Sincerely,
Betty - Jacksonville Dental Society
August 31, 2011
Dear Pat: Just received the news of Phillips passing on facebook. I want to say that I have extremely fond memories of Phillip and how well he took care of me as a patient. I have been gone from Jacksonville since 1984, but seeing this reminds me of how great your husband was. And reading of so many things your husband accomplished too, it was so neat to see a glimpse into the life he lead. He was a very committed and caring dooctor. After removing my wisdom teeth I had problems...he ended up instructing me to meet him at his office at 2AM in the morning. He loved his patients as he loved his family...and I could not have asked for a better doctor growing up. The thoughts and prayers from the McAllister Family (Robert C and Janet) are being lifted to you and the family.
Evan McAllister
August 31, 2011
Dear Pat,
I wish you and your family my sincere condolences. I really have missed all of you since I moved to NC. My years working with Phil were the best of my career.
Carole Bossen, Chapel Hill, NC
August 31, 2011
My heart goes out to Trish, Laura, Greg and Kristen, and the rest of the Abood family. As a dental hygienist I have known Dr. Abood to be well respected in the dental community. I filled in for his office one day several years ago. He was very caring and had a good sense of humor. I know he was a great role model and had many accomplishments to be proud of. But, more important, he was your dad. My father passed away a few months ago, so I know how much you are going to miss him. It will not be easy, but I hope your strong family will become even closer, sharing grief, and also great memories, I am so sorry for your loss. Lynda Shainbrown Richey
Lynda Richey
August 30, 2011
My heart goes out to Trish, Laura, Greg and Kristen, and the rest of the Abood family. As a dental hygienist I have known Dr. Abood to be well respected in the dental community. I filled in for his office one day several years ago. He was very caring and had a good sense of humor. I know he was a great role model and had many accomplishments to be proud of. But, more important, he was your dad. My father passed away a few months ago, so I know how much you are going to miss him. It will not be easy, but I hope your strong family will become even closer, sharing grief, and also great memories, I am so sorry for your loss. Lynda Shainbrown Richey
August 30, 2011
Laura, thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. Your Dad was the best! So many fond memories of fun weekends at your parent's home. God Bless, love you all.
Carol Dutton
August 30, 2011
With sympathy, Martin and Janet Horvath
Janet Horvath
August 30, 2011
Abood Family
It is with great respect that we are allowed to comment on the life of one of Jacksonville's finest citizens. Philip and Billy were our dentists off and on during our travels and finer gentlemen we have never known. God Bless.
The Lawrence Austin & Rita Thornberry Sharpe Family
August 30, 2011
I was a patient of Dr. Abood since I was 18 years old, he was always a kind and gentle man. I have missed him since he retired. There will never be another one like him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during their time of sorow. May God bless you all.
Rosa Leigh Brooks
August 30, 2011
Stephanie, my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Your father was a wonderful role model for our society. God Bless you all. Laura Buban (Green Cove Springs)
August 30, 2011
Stephany, my prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time. God Bless.
Fred Byrd
August 30, 2011
To the family of Dr. Abood,
This wonderful man was our family dentist for many years. I went to him from childhood to adulthood. I have missed him so much over recent years and have fond personal memories. Much love and blessings to the family. I am so very sorry for his loss, but his legacy lives on.
Terry Maynor-Avant
August 30, 2011
To Stephany and the Abood family,
Melissa and I send you our condolences for your loss. I can appreciate the pain you're probably going through and you'll be in our thoughts and prayers over the coming days.
Chris
(BK Class of '80)
Christopher McClellan
August 30, 2011
Our prayes are with you.We were a patient of his for more than 20 years. We loved him and his wife.
Richard & Bonnie Thomas
August 30, 2011
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Karen Richardson
August 30, 2011
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