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Hillel Abel Obituary

Hillel S. Abel, MD, FACP A native San Franciscan and longtime Marin resident, was born on July 3, 1932 and died peacefully on October 23, 2010 with family at his side. Following Lowell High School, Hillel attended and graduated from Stanford University, a member of the Kappa Alpha fraternity and the tennis team. Having also received his medical degree from Stanford University, he taught briefly at U.C. San Francisco before entering private practice. During a rewarding 46-year medical career in internal medicine, specializing in cardiovascular disease prevention, Hillel, also known as "Hillie" by colleagues and friends alike, spent almost all of his free time pouring through medical journals, playing tennis and running through Ross, Kentfield and San Rafael. Success to him meant enhancing the lives of his patients, many of whom became lasting friends. Hillel is survived by his loving wife, Frances, of 54 years, daughter, Lisa, son, Adam, adored granddaughter, Claire and brother, Steve (and his wife Joanne). He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. A memorial service will be held in Hillel's honor on Wednesday, Oct. 27, 1:00pm at Temple Emanu-El, 2 Lake Street, San Francisco. In lieu of flowers, donations in Hillel's name are welcomed at Marin General Hospital, maringeneral.org and Organization of Rehabilitation and Training (ORT), ort.org.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle on Oct. 26, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Hillel Abel

20 Entries

Spencer Sokale

November 22, 2010

Ah Dr. Abel; Ray Rosenman recommended Hill Abel to me 25 years ago. Dr. Abel was the most perspicacious, and discerning doctor I have known; he was the doctor of doctors. I shall greatly miss him; a candle shall be lit for you doctor this holiday season.

November 17, 2010

Dr. Abel was not only a fine doctor, but a wonderful human being. We so enjoyed his anecdotes and the pride he took in his family. He looked after my father John Hale for many years. He helped us in many difficult situations with grace, compassion and humor. Our deepest condolences to his family and Sherri.
Kate and Peter Hale

Robert Holtz

November 12, 2010

My Father, Raymond Holtz, was a patient of Dr.Abel for many years.
I give credit to Dr. Abel for helping him maintain good health for
so many years. When my Dad was diagnosed with a debilitating illness and I became his caregiver, Dr. Abel was instrumental in helping me as his caregiver.Dr.Abel was always available to me and my Dad during a very difficult time. My condolences to his family and best wishes to his staff.

Thank You, Robert Holtz, Marinwood

galey sergio

November 3, 2010

Dear Fran, Max and I were so sorry to hear of Hill's passing. He was a very special doctor. I will call you tomorrow. We send our deepest condolences. Galey and Max Sergio

Merrilee England

October 31, 2010

Dear Family of Dr. Abel

Dr. Abel has been my doctor for 40 years not only has he been our doctor but a true friend. He took care of my husband until his death 10 years ago.
A truly exceptional person and loved him dearly.
He will truly be missed.

Merrilee England

Deborah Wachs

October 30, 2010

Dear Family of Dr. Abel:
I was very saddened to hear of Dr. Abel's passing. He first took great care of my grandmother then my mother, father and myself. He has been of great support to my father both as a doctor and a person. Dr. Abel will be greatly missed. My sincere condolences to the Abel family and also special thoughts to Sheri.

Jenna Higginbotham

October 27, 2010

Dear Abel family: Hillie gave me my first job in the medical field. He was an amazing teacher and great man. I'll always remember his smile: his whole face lit up. He had a huge impact on my life, as I am still in the medical field, ten years later. I am sad that I will no longer see him anymore. He was such a blessing to the community. I witnessed, first hand, his miracles with medicine. I'm sure he will continue performing those miracles in heaven. My most sincere condolences to you.

Victor Goldberg

October 27, 2010

Hillie was the first young man I looked up to. I was just a 5-year old kid living on Fillmore Street in the Marina district and Hillie was my 2nd-cousin. To this day, I keep a small, red-knitted sweater with the Stanford logo that Hillie gave me. I was Fran & Hillie's ring bearer 54 years ago.
Sad to hear of his passing. My thoughts go out to Fran, Lisa, Adam, Steve and JoAnne.
Fair winds and following seas Hillie, as you make your final passage of the Bar and head out to sea.
Love,

October 27, 2010

Psalm 90:10 states, "In themselves the days of our years are seventy years, And if because of special mightiness they are eighty years..." Although Ms Abel lived a long life this does not relieve the pain that is felt by her loved ones. May our Heavenly Father give these ones strength and comfort through the Scriptures. Please accept my sincere condolences during this time of your loss.

Ralph Cicurel

October 26, 2010

Dear Abel family: I was saddened to hear of the passing of Hillie! He was a friend since we grew up in the Marina district many, many years ago and also our family doctor. I will always be grateful for the wonderful care I received from him. My deepest sympathy to you all and God Bless!
Ralph Cicurel

Ben Ballard

October 26, 2010

During my relatively brief relationship, I knew Dr. Abel to be a fine doctor and a good man. My condolences and best wishes to his family.

Paula Smith

October 26, 2010

Alan joins me in sending our most sincere sympathy to you and your family...we are so very sorry...Paula Smith

October 26, 2010

Joe and I were patients of Dr. Abel for over 40 years. He was a fine doctor and always had our best interests in mind. We miss him already!
Joe and Pat Heim, Danville, CA

Kimberly Dietrich

October 26, 2010

Dr. Abel was such a kind and compationate human being. We will miss him.

October 26, 2010

Dear Fran and family,

I have been a patient of Dr. Abel since I arrived in California over 35 years ago. He was a mentor to me in many ways both physically and mentally.
He will be remembered daily for all of the coaching he has done for me and the disciplines he has taught me.I am sorry I will not be able to attend the memorial as I am in China on a business trip- staring at Dr. Abel's name on the the prescriptions which he provided me and engrained in me the disciplne to take them faithfully.
Thank you Dr. Abel. I will miss you.
Sincerely, Tony Marterie

Gay Young

October 26, 2010

Dear Fran and family
I was so saddened to hear of Hillie's passing.
We had such wonderful memories growing up on Jefferson St. in the Marina.
My sincere condolences to you and your family ay this time. Fondly Gay Young ( Sugarman)

October 26, 2010

My father, Sol Broner, was a patient for over 30 years. My dad credits his longevity of 94+ years to your husband's compassionate care. Dr. Abel was more than a doctor, he was a true friend to my father. Please accept our condolences.

October 26, 2010

Dear Fran and family,
I was so saddened to hear of Hillie's passing. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Know that I am thinking of you and your family. Love,Selma Small

October 26, 2010

Dear Fran and family,
We were saddened to hear of Hillie's passing - we send our condolences and affection to you all during this trying time. Fondly Leon and Zena Fish

October 26, 2010

Both Jack and myself are deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Abel.
He was a wonderful doctor and we will miss him greatly. Our thoughts go out to his family and friends and to Sheri, his wonderful office manager.
Sincerely,
Jack and Aline Perry

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