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Richard Sisson Obituary

Sisson, Richard G., MD died on 4/19/2013, at age 90. Born in Boston, MA, he served in the army during World War II. He came to St. Louis for a general surgery residency at Jewish Hospital. He met Mitzi Sisson on a blind date and they went on to have 62 years of wonderful married life together. He is survived by his wife Mitzi and their 4 children: Michael (Josina) Sisson, John (Betsy) Sisson, Peter (Rosalie) Sisson, and Barbara (Steve) Sisson/ Silverman. He has 9 grand- children: David, Kathryn, Ben, Rachel, Rebecca, Allie, Mimi, Max and Charlie. He was a thoughtful and loving husband, father and grandfather, and will be missed by all. As a general surgeon in St. Louis, he was beloved by his patients and their families as well as respected by his professional colleagues. Services: Memorial service to be held at Temple Emanuel, 12166 Conway Rd., Tuesday, April 23rd at 2 p.m. Reception to immediately follow. In lieu of flowers, Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Louis Symphony or Barnes/Jewish Hospital.

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Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch on Apr. 21, 2013.

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Danella Loew-Lubar

April 22, 2013

My condolences to the whole Sisson Family. Dr. Sisson was a very kind man. He was my doctor when I had to get stitches as a 12 year old. I also met you all through AFS.

Jeff Barteau

April 21, 2013

My condolences for your loss. Dr. Sisson was the very definition of a "gentleman surgeon", and those of us he helped train benefitted tremendously from his example. One of my fondest memories as residency finished was having dinner with the other Chief Residents and their wives at the home of Dr. and Mrs. Sisson, hoping that we too could one day have such a wonderful life and family. Thank you all for sharing him.

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