John William Boswell M.D.

John William Boswell, M.D., passed away peacefully April 18, 2011, in Monte Sereno, Calif., after bravely battling multiple sclerosis for 23 years. In his last days, he was surrounded by his loving family.
Born and raised in Fairbanks, John received his pre-medical degree from Stanford University in 1955 then majored in music at the University of Washington for one year, followed by four years of medical school at the University of Washington, graduating with honors in 1960.
He interned at Santa Clara County Hospital followed by a five year psychiatric residency at Langley Porter Hospital in San Francisco, eventually opening his private practice in psychiatry in Saratoga, Calif.
John was a highly accomplished pianist who enjoyed playing chamber music with friends, performing frequently in the Bay Area. While attending Stanford, he wrote music for the "Gaieties." His other interests included gardening, traveling and playing poker with his buddies.
He is survived by his twin sister, Marion Robinson, of Mount Vernon, Wash.; his younger brother, Robert Boswell of Fairbanks; his wife of 54 years, Lou Ann; he was a loving father to his four children, Julie Werner, John Boswell, David Boswell and Paul Boswell; and a loving grandfather to his six grandchildren, Sara Werner Costa, Rikki Boswell, Richelle Werner, Dustin Boswell, Katie Werner and Brent Boswell.
Memorial donations in his name may be sent to National MS Society, 2589 Scott Blvd., Santa Clara, CA 95050.
Condolences may be sent to the family at 17981 Rose Court, Monte Sereno, CA 95030.