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Malcolm McCannel Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 1, 2013.

McCannel, Dr. Malcolm A. respected ophthalmologist, died on December 30, 2012 at his home in Indianapolis, Indiana. He was 96 years old. Born in Minot, North Dakota, Malcolm McCannel earned his BS (1937) at the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis; his MD (1941) from Temple University School of Medicine, Philadelphia and MS (1946) from U of Minnesota School of Medicine. After two years of military service, Dr. McCannel returned to Minot and practiced ophthalmology with his father, Dr. Archibald D. McCannel for several years before moving to Minneapolis. He established Ophthalmology, P.A. in 1949 where he remained for 42 years until his retirement in 1991. Several years ago, his partners, wishing to honor their friend and colleague, renamed the practice McCannel Eye Clinic. From 1957 to 1983, Dr. McCannel traveled with Project Hope, Medico-Care International and Project Orbis to administer free eye surgery to the less fortunate around the globe. He was the author of numerous articles and textbook chapters including a definitive paper describing a surgery technique he developed called the McCannel Suture. Dr. McCannel was a member of countless national and international professional organizations including the American Academy of Ophthalmology, American College of Surgeons, Royal College of Ophthalmology, United Kingdom and Societe Francaise d' Ophthalmolgie. He was the recipient of the Honor Award (1983) and the Humanitarian Award (1996) American Academy of Ophthalmology as well as the Charles B. Bolles-Rogers Award (1983), Regents Alumni Service Award (1992), and Diehl Award (2003) U Minnesota. Known for his keen sense of humor and marvelous story telling, Dr. McCannel was much sought after as a guest speaker. What he loved most about his life was being a doctor, traveling, art collecting and his many friends and family. He is survived by his wife, Gayle Reed-McCannel. In addition, he is survived by his daughters, Laurie McCannel, Abigail Worley, Dana McCannel, Teri Motley; and five grandchildren. Dr. McCannel will be cremated and his final request was for no memorial service.

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January 10, 2013

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January 4, 2013

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Rosemary Stafford

January 10, 2013

I cherish my memories of being Dr McCannel's patient since I was 7 years old in the 1950's He always greeted me by my last name like I was one of the "boys." He reminded me of Johnathon Winters with his jovial presence and I was amazed by the art in his office and examining rooms, especially the little leather hippo that resided under a footrest. Recently I attended his estate sale in Kenwood and saw him leaving as I was arriving, a wonderful last glimps of an incredible fellow. I have some little licquor glasses from that sale and I think of him every time I take a sip! Rest in Peace you wonderful man.

del allmendinger

January 8, 2013

I started with
Dr McCannel in l967. the year I "migrated"from N. D. (Bismarck) He
remembered where I worked and always
was such a great conversationalist. He
will be greatly missed.

John Legeros

January 4, 2013

My deepest sympathies to the family and friends. He was so gentle and kind.
John Legeros, Winston Salem, NC

Mike Armstrong

January 3, 2013

Dr. McCannel was truly a remarkable man. As a child I used to visit his home and play with his children and I always felt welcome. He would invite me to go along with some of his children to places such as "Excelsior Amusement Park". He visited me when I was in the hospital. Even at the young age that I was, he would spend time with me. He and his family made a lasting impression on me and were great role models at a significant time in my life. He has touched many lives.

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Jim Smart

January 2, 2013

I've known Mac since the mid 60s when my boss at Dayton's recommended him as my Dr. When he found out I had an art background, he made it a practice to take me on a tour of recent pieces in the office each time I came in for an exam. Many years later, we reconnected as friends and have been ever since. I recall with great fondness an evening at our home with other friends, where he retailed us with amazing stories told with that wonderful booming voice of his. He was truly one of a kind and a true humanitarian! We'll miss you Mac!

Ike Ahmed

January 1, 2013

Malcolm McCannel was true humanitarian, surgeon and teacher, who inspired many of us, including myself, to push the limits of what we can do in eye surgery. May God bless him for all his great work and continue to inspire us to do better.

Hubert Humphrey III

January 1, 2013

Thank you Dr McCannel for wonderful outstanding medical service to our family.

Gayle Crow

January 1, 2013

Dr. McCannel was a well known figure at the old Abbott hospital when I was a student there. He was a big man, with a BIG booming voice. When Dr. Mac talked, you listened. He especially enjoyed occasionally treating the student nurses - those he judged as giving good care to his patients - by taking a group for a most enjoyable lunch at ‘Charlie's Cafe Exceptional' in downtown Mpls.. Dr. Mac was truly One of a Kind. May he RIP.

Gayle Crow, Edina, MN

Richard L. Deming

January 1, 2013

Dear McCannel Family,

Your father was very good sense of humor to these patiants. My father, Frederick (90 years old, passed away on Thursday, August 21, 2003) and mother, Inez (95 years old, passed away on Friday 4 2009). They had beem married for 68 wonderful years. May God be with Mac.

Carol Ulmer

January 1, 2013

Dr. McCannel's family will receive messages worldwide from friends and former clients. While he was idolized in life, you will be amazed at the stories you read or hear about following his passing.

I am one of those. My mother and many of her friends were vocal devotees of his medical talent and personal attentiveness. I will always remember a time when my mother called for an appointment and was told he was "out of town" with his family enjoying a well-deserved vacation and would return in thirty days. It was as though someone had told her that her best friend was not reachable. From that point on she made her six annual appointments a year in advance to be assured of his care. No one else would do! Rest assured there were thousands of others who felt the same way.

He truly made a difference.

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