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Philip Alper Obituary
A 47 year resident of Burlingame
Passed away on October 14, 2010. He was 76. He was the loving husband of Jeanne B. Alper of Burlingame and father of Glenn Alper, M.D. (Lynn) of Orinda, Marc Alper (Robin) of Novato and Nicole Alper of Philadelphia, PA; grandfather of Teddy, Evelyn, Elliot and Lauren; brother of Richard Alper of Los Angeles. He practiced internal medicine, specializing in endocrinology, in Burlingame since 1963.
At his request, there will be no services. Private interment will be at Sacramento Valley National Cemetery in Dixon. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society.
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Memories and Condolences
for Philip Alper
Deveda & Ernest Littauer
October 14, 2011
Dear Nicole, Glenn, Mark, and Family,
Our hearts are with you today as you commemorate the 1st year anniversary of your father's death. This time has gone so fast. It seems just yesterday we were visiting him in the VA Hospital, where he was multi-tasking with phone calls, warm greetings, and jokes. We look forward to seeing some of you at the Sunday concert--a fitting tribute.
Fondly, Deveda & Ernest
R. Dennis Collins
August 16, 2011
I have worked with Dr. Alper on medical causes and medical cases many years ago and always admired his intellect and his humanity. He and I would meet at medical meetings or at medical events and renew discussions effortlessly. I am saddened to hear of his passing and will miss his wicked humor.
December 23, 2010
I was Dr. Philip Alper's Medical Assistant, although i only knew him for a short time he was loved and adorded by all his patients. Dr. Alper was a kind man with an amazing sense of humor. He will be deeply missed and forever apart of my learning experience. Overall he was a brillant MD.
Jay Bhattacharya
November 3, 2010
I worked with Phil at Stanford and had many long conversations with him about the problems of the the American health care system. I never failed to learn from him, and I enjoyed his great sense of humor. I'll miss him dearly.
October 30, 2010
Dr Alper was my personal physician for over 15 years and I attribute my good health to his sound advice. I will remember him always as my doctor and my friend. Bob Bialon, San Bruno, CA
October 23, 2010
I meet Philip during a trip to Sonora wineries with the Medical Friends of Wine. We had a great time on the bus talking about wine and medical politics. I was so sorry to hear of his passing.
Sterling J Haidt, MD
Barbara Reid
October 23, 2010
Dr. Alper was a kind, caring, man. When I had a panic attack in his office, he made sure that I was settled and ready to face the world before he let me go. He pretended that I needed further exams, and lots of talk. I will never forget him.
Paul et Sharry Schwarzbart
October 22, 2010
Nous venons d'apprendre le décès de votre cher époux dans le "J" et vous prions d'accepter, vous et toute votre famille, nos condoléances les plus sincères et les plus profondes.
Curieux : il est né le 11 avril 1934, et moi le 12 avril 1933...
Ed Banayat
October 22, 2010
My heart goes out to Dr. Alper's family. He always treated me with the utmost respect. He will be greatly missed.
The Bowers
October 21, 2010
Berenice, our thoughts are with you and you family. We enjoyed being your friend and neighbor over the last few years. Philip will be missed.
Lisa Forner
October 21, 2010
My heart goes out to the Alper family. I worked with Dr. Alper in his Burlingame office, it was always a joy to work with Dr. Alper and a day would never go by with out laughter and smiles. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
Deveda & Ernest Littauer
October 20, 2010
Dear Berenice, Nicole, and Family:
Our thoughts continue to be with you as you mourn Phil's loss. One who brought such hope and health to others all his life will be missed by so many. May that give you strength. We feel privileged to know him--a man of many interests and talents.
John Lambert
October 19, 2010
Please accept my deepest sympathies. Dr. Alper was the best doctor I ever had. He will be missed.
Rob Levy
October 19, 2010
Phil! Your Delta Buddies will miss your smile, laugh, and dry wit! I'll tell the Stripers that they are safe now! We'll miss you buddy! Rob Levy
October 19, 2010
our hearts go out to the family - Dr. Alper was our physician for many, many years. The Ficher family
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