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for CAROLYN KAELIN
Ellynmarie Theep
July 24, 2024
Dear Carolyn will always hold space in my heart, memories, and prayers. I think of her so often, especially as our children have grown, hit milestones, created their own amazing lives. Oh, we would have had so much to chat about over a breakfast date at Tiny's.
I am forever grateful for the friendship we shared, albeit too brief. Carolyn was a true blessing in my life!
To Bill, KG and Tripp,
Please know The Stankiewicz Family will forever love you and will always remember Carolyn as the true gift she was.
Rose
March 23, 2024
For your courage
Yvonne Allen
July 24, 2022
Just wanted to say that I hope that the family is doing well and carrying on her legacy while making your own paths that would make her proud.
I met her over twenty years ago and in the short time I knew her, she made a remarkable impact in my life. I miss her a lot but I try to live with the sort of commitment, courage and compassion that she eximplied because it keeps a part of her with us.
Yvonne Allen
February 1, 2021
For all the time that has past there are not many days when I do not think of this beautiful woman. I met her in 1997 and was instantly moved by her compassion. I was able to witness how she treated the family and loved ones of her patients and it has never left me. In my quest to be my best in helping patients at the hospital unbeknown to her, she taught me so much. I was a volunteer at the time and she was one of the inspirations that helped me to decide that I wanted to work there. In 2000 I did just that. She was never too big to be inspired by others, whether you were another doctor, environmental service or a volunteer. Despite how busy her schedule was she made time to take me out to lunch. She wanted me to know how much she appreciated the work that I did too. It's been a little more than 20 years ago that we connected and I still aspire to be like her in helping people however we can during times when they can use the most support and caring. Let your light shine because it has the power to spread to others and thus stay aglow infinitely.
Candy O'Terry
July 25, 2020
Not a day goes by without a prayer and a thank you for the gift of Carolyn Kaelin in my life. When she was featured as one of the 10 women to watch in the new Millenium, I reached out to her office and scored an interview with her for my weekly radio program, Exceptional Women. From the moment she walked into the recording studio, I knew we would be forever friends and we were. My daily prayer list includes Carolyn and her family. She was truly an exceptional daughter, wife, mother, surgeon, author and friend. My Love & Friendship Always, Candy O'Terry
Maryellen Nerz-STormes
June 5, 2016
I just found about the passing of Dr. Carolyn Kaelin at the ASCO meeting where her husband is receiving an award. Dr. Kaelin was involved in my treatment in 2001. I have survived fifteen years with metastatic breast cancer, constant treatment. Dr. Kaelin was the beginning of me taking charge of my illness and for that I am very grateful.
God Bless her and her family. She helped many women.
Claudia Schmidt
March 8, 2016
To Dr. Kaelin's family and friends,
I never met Carolyn, but I am a breast cancer survivor and I had her book by my bedside throughout the year and a half of my treatments. I felt like she was holding my hand throughout the entire time and she made a huge difference in my life. I am so saddened to hear of her passing and wanted you to know how great an impact she had on my life. I know I am only one of many whose lives she helped.
I apologize for the late note, but I was just made aware of this page and wanted to let you know how much her book helped me that year and a half. Her empathy and love shone throughout the pages. She will be missed.
All my best,
Claudia Schmidt
Diagnosed 2010
Dennis France
January 14, 2016
Our thoughts & prayers go out to Bill & family. Heaven has gained one of the most remarkable and warm souls who touched, enlivened and comforted so many people in times of distress & anxiety.
Dennis, Olga, & Maximilian
August 25, 2015
Thank you Dr. Carolyn Kaelin
Susan Toto Evans
August 25, 2015
To Carolyn's family,
I don't know what prompted me to conduct a search for Carolyn last night, perhaps it was a desire to reconnect with old college friends, and I was immeasurably saddened to hear of Carolyn's death. I last saw Carolyn at a Smith reunion, were we visited and marched in the alumnae parade. I will forever remember us sitting in O-chem together in the front row at Smith, each of us with our multi-colored highlighters, and Carolyn with her pearls (!). Her laugh was infectious, and she was a brilliant, kind and generous woman. She has touched the world in so many ways during her short life. As the Eagles so aptly put it, there is a bit of "a hole in the world tonight" as a result of her passing.
Ellen and Steven Branfman
August 24, 2015
Our deepest, heartfelt thoughts to Carolyn's family during this difficult time of emotion and transition. Carolyn changed peoples lives and in doing so, changed the world. With love,
joan rosenberg
August 12, 2015
Prayers with you
August 11, 2015
I was privileged to have been one of her patients. I see the evidence everyday of her skill as a surgeon. She saved so many lives with dedication and graciousness. It was evident that she also had balance
And devotion in her all too brief life to support the arduous career path that she choose. She was emotionally and intellectually uniquely gifted. Her legacy will go on and on which sadly cannot relieve the sorrow of her exceptionally close family and friends. I'd she couldn't find a cure for her cancer some else must take up the challenge of these terrible disease?
It was with deep sadness that every one who knew her understands that I extend my heartfelt sympathy to her family. Louise Wechsler VMD
John Podsiadlo
August 8, 2015
Sincere condolences to Carolyn's family. Carolyn's life is an inspiration to all.
August 8, 2015
A truly gifted surgeon and caring person...will always be grateful she touched my life in 2002....Maria Smith...Methuen Ma.
August 7, 2015
To Dr. Kaelin's husband, children, parents, brother and other loved ones: I did not know Dr. Kaelin though I do remember seeing her at the Brigham years ago. I then read of her considerable accomplishments in the Smith Alumnae Quarterly some years ago. I just went through these comments and I sincerely hope you all can take some comfort in knowing that she touched so many people and that she made this world a better place for so many. And that she faced the hand that life dealt her with grace and compassion.
So from a Smithie, my deepest condolences to you all. May God bless you all, may you all find some peace and comfort and may God rest her precious soul.
Susan Gilmore
August 6, 2015
Dear Bill, Kathryn Grace and Tripp,
It is with a heavy heart that I write to you - the world was most certainly a better place with Carolyn in it. Curt, Madison, Chase and I send you our heartfelt sympathy, prayers and love as you process this great loss.
Susan Gilmore
June Cormack
August 6, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. I am saddened to hear of the passing of Dr Carolyn Kaelin. She operated on me twice and there is not a more caring and compassionate doctor than she. A professional through and through with the skills and ability to comfort those in her care. The Medical Community has lost an outstanding woman.
To her family, I send my condolences. Truly a remarkable woman of which I will never forget. Thank you Carolyn for touching my life.
marie adinolfi
August 5, 2015
My deepest condolences to the Kaelin Family.
I am a grateful participant in the Pink Program at the Burbank Y in Reading and am so deeply saddened . Dr. Kaelin was obviously a very gifted, remarkable person and I am fortunate to reap the results of some of her work.
Many prayers to you and your family.
marie
August 5, 2015
Dear Bill and Kaelin family,
My wife and I learned of your untimely loss indirectly through our mutual friend. We can't wrap our heads around Carolyn's passing...simply beyond words. Please know only that we find her, and all of you, to be such an inspiration for us in striving to live our lives to the fullest and with compassion for others.
You remain in our thoughts and prayers.
Barbara and David Allis New York
Denise Brown
August 5, 2015
We were devastated to hear of Carolyn's too early passing.
She was an exceptional woman, wife, mother, friend, and surgeon. We send you our sympathy and are keeping you in our prayers.
Love, Denise & Tom Brown
Uzma Yunus
August 4, 2015
My heartfelt condolences to her family. She improved lives of numerous people and her words were powerful and inspiring.
Uzma Yunus
August 4, 2015
http://uzmamd.com/2015/08/04/power-of-words/
August 4, 2015
I am truly saddened by the passing of Dr. Kaelin. In 2001, after a recurrence of my breast cancer, a mastectomy was necessary, and Dr. Kaelin provided comfort, caring and medical expertise. . I will be forever grateful that she saved my life. To her family: Please accept my heartfelt condolences. She will be in my thoughts and those of my grateful family.
Deena & Len Segal
August 3, 2015
We are deeply saddened and extend our deepest sympathy to the family and extended family of Dr. Carolyn Kaelin. She was so motivating to others before, during and after her diagnosis and treatment and shared her victories and encouragement so beautifully. She knew how to make everyone she knew and met feel very special. She will be sorely missed and always remembered for her skills, passion and dedication to helping patients, their families and all who knew her.
August 3, 2015
When I think of the word "exceptional" Carolyn Kaelin's beautiful face, kind words, welcoming smile and BRILLIANT intellect come to mind. She was on my top 10 list of the most exceptional women I have ever interviewed...and called my friend. I can't stop crying today. She was just such a great woman. Candy O'Terry, creator & founder, Magic 106.7's Exceptional Women show.
August 3, 2015
I first met Carolyn when she was d dear friend of our daughter, Lies, at Smith. We followed her career with admiration and gratitude -- the latter because it was she, as a skilled young cancer surgeon, who saved my wife, Hedy's life.
Hedy joins me in sending our sincere condolences to Carolyn's family. Her death is a great loss but her life will always remain an inspiration.
Peter Rose
Maura Halkiotis
August 3, 2015
Dr. Kaelin saved my life in 1999. I was 42 at the time. In addition to being brilliant, she was incredibly kind and compassionate. The closest thing to an angel I will ever meet. I will never forget her. My heart goes out to her family.
August 3, 2015
MARY AND DICK, Please accept my deepest sympathy for the passing of your beautiful, intelligent and kind daughter, Carolyn. So truly sorry, Rosalie Comizio
August 3, 2015
To the Kaelin family -
Our hearts break for your family and she was taken from us all too soon. As a physician, I so much admired her work, her fortitude and her resilience. She will continue to be an inspiration to all of us.
Ellynmarie Theep
August 3, 2015
Carolyn touched, and enriched, so many lives during her far too short time on earth. From the moment we met, it was clear Carolyn was a kindred spirit! Regardless of her professional accomplishments, Carolyn was most proud of her extraordinary family. Bill, KG and Tripp, we send our love and heartfelt sympathies. And, thank you for sharing Carolyn with the rest of us!
Ginny Romano
August 3, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember Carolyn's kindness and personal attention to me when I needed help. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. She was truly a special, gifted woman, whose life made the world a better place.
Pimontip Catalano
August 1, 2015
I still can feel the Healing Power from your touch Since I was your patient in Nov 1999. My most beautiful, Vibrant& Kind Hearted Surgeon with the ANGEL TOUCH
I LOVE YOU SO MUCH
Deb Hill
August 1, 2015
My prayers and thoughts to Carolyn's family. She is an inspiration to me and many people living here in the Roaring Fork Valley! She shared her life with us and I will never forget the lives she has touched! Carolyn is a legacy and we will carry it forward! Her strength and courage is admirable! I will miss her smile and determination to make a difference! You are loved by many!
Colleen
August 1, 2015
God bless Carolyn who saved my life with her surgical expertise and tremendous compassion. I will be eternally grateful for the 2nd chapter that she gave to me. She was my angel.
July 31, 2015
Dr. Kaelin was a truly wonderful doctor. She was kind and reassuring and I am so sorry to hear of her passing.
Edythe Harkins
July 31, 2015
Dear Bill, Kathryn Grace and Tripp,
Your family has a very special place in the hearts of many in Aspen, and right now we are so sad that we will not see Carolyn enjoying her second home with us. I have sent you a picture that was taken of Carolyn at the second Ride for the Cure event on 2004. She loved her pink cowboy hat! You have touched and inspired and helped so many of us here. Carolyn is dearly beloved and will be remembered for her brilliance and beauty.
with a very heavy heart,
Elaine Grossman
July 31, 2015
We are so sorry to hear the sad news about Carolyn. Your family is in our prayers. Susan and Marschall Runge
July 31, 2015
To the Serbo Family
Very saddened to hear of Caarolyn's passing.
She will be in my praayers.
Caroleann Toronto
July 31, 2015
Dr. Kaelin treated my mother for breast cancer about 15 years ago but I will never forget how kind she was to her, especially her reassurance just prior to surgery. A lasting impression from a caring professional.
My condolences.
Joanne D
Trudi Feinstein
July 31, 2015
To the Kaelin Family,
I first met Carolyn when she she was my surgeon at at Dana Farber in 1999. We developed a beautiful friendship and I was honored to become involved in may of the projects that she worked on. Carolyn was not only a gifted doctor but she loved her work, her patients and her family. She was so brave an though her long illness was always upbeat and maintained her radiant smile, her inner beauty and her love of life. Carolyn made the world a better place . My deepest sympathy to Bill her wonderful husband, her children who she was so proud of and her parents and her
extended family.
Kathy Westphal Errico
July 31, 2015
From her graduating class of Indian Hills High School in Oakland, NJ, the class of 1979 sends our deepest condolences to Carolyn's family. She was a beloved member of our class and everyone spoke of her highly. The world has lost an amazing woman... RIP Carolyn. We will have a chair for you at the next reunion.. God Speed.
Kathy E
Josie Gardiner
July 31, 2015
The world is a better place because of Carolyn. i feel incredible lucky to have know and worked with such an amazing woman. She has made a huge difference in the lives of so many. What I admired the most about her was love for not only her patients but especially for her wonderful family! I loved her and will miss her. Sending much love to your family.
Diane Mouradian
July 31, 2015
Carolyn was my Head Resident during my freshman year at Smith. It was a difficult time for me as I adapted to so many new things. Her door was always open and her smile and caring manner brought great comfort to me. I am so sorry to hear of her passing.
Beth Dreiker
July 30, 2015
I first met Carolyn when she was a resident at New England Medical Center. I was lucky, as I was able to work with her at both, NEMC and BWH. She was an amazing woman, full of kindness, grace and elegance. The world was a better place with her in it and she will be missed greatly. Yourcentire family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Joanne
July 30, 2015
The world has lost an amazing doctor!
My deepest sympathy to all of your family member!
July 30, 2015
To our Dear friend Bill,
Words cannot express how deeply sorry we are for the loss of your beloved wife Carolyn after her long and courageous battle. Carolyn's accomplishments and the way she touched so many people are absolutely incredible and will never be forgotten.
Kevin & Jody Porter
Bo Jachna
July 30, 2015
Beloved Carolyn, your grace and fortitude were inimitable. The world will be a darker place without you. You left us far too early. Your beautiful spirit will live on in our hearts.
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