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Fawzi Pualwan Obituary
Dr. Pualwan's life meant so much to so many. Born in Barouk, Lebanon in 1926, he moved with his family to Chile when he was six months old. When he was twelve, the family returned to Lebanon for a visit but World War II broke out and they were unable to leave. While in Lebanon, he attended the American University of Beirut. In 1945, the war ended and he came to the U.S. to earn his B.A. from Vanderbilt University and his M.D. from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, where he was a member of Beta Theta Pi, and the Alpha Omega Alpha Honorary Medical Society.
After completing his chief residency in surgery at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY, Dr. Pualwan volunteered and served in the U.S. Army where he was commanding officer and chief of surgery at the 121 Evacuation Hospital in Seoul, Korea. Captain Pualwan earned the Commendation Ribbon and Medal for outstanding service.
In 1960, Dr. Pualwan moved his family to Worcester, where he practiced medicine as Chief of Surgery at Fairlawn, Worcester City and Hahnemann hospitals, practiced at St. Vincent and Memorial Hospitals, was Assistant Professor of Surgery at UMass Medical School, and maintained a private practice for 35 years. He was a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, a member of the American Medical Association, the Massachusetts Medical Society, Worcester Medical Society, Worcester Committee on Foreign Relations, and a member of the Wesley United Methodist Church since 1960.
An avid amateur photographer and true cosmopolitan, Dr. Pualwan spoke five languages, loved to travel, and shared these interests with the Travelling Camera Ltd. photo club.
At the request of the family the memorial service will be private. To share your thoughts and memories please visit: FawziPualwan.ilasting.com. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for contributions to be made to: Physicians for Peace, 757.625.7569
physiciansforpeace.org
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Memories and Condolences
for Fawzi Pualwan
Harry Dewey
December 2, 2008
Jane and I send our love to Betty and her three wonderful children. Wrote you but only guessed at an address.
DONALD & JOAN PELKEY
December 1, 2008
WE SEND OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOUR FAMILY. WE HAVE WONDERFUL MEMORIES OF DR. PUALWAN AS OUR GOOD FRIEND AND TRUSTED PHYSICIAN.
James & Shirley Patch
November 29, 2008
Our condolences to you, Betty, Rampsi, Emily and Benji.
Fred attended me (Jim) with times of blood clots and for our son Jeffrey, when in his 20's had a severe case of chickenpox.
Our memories of Fred are many and precious.
Jim & Shirley Patch
Lorenzo Campos
November 26, 2008
Rest in peace ,dear beloved and respected colleague. I remember the assistance you gave me in caring for patients at Hahnemann Hospital. We shared many common interests . Kay and I extend our condolence to Betty and children. Lory and Kay
John Dufault
November 24, 2008
Dear Mrs. Pualwan, Benji, Ramsey and Emily (and families),
Please accept my heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Even though it's been so many years since those Stiles Lake days, I have many great memories of your family and of Dr. Pualwan's kindness, warmth and especially his wonderful sense of humor. I sadly feel your loss. I hope that your many, many great memories of Dr. Pualwan will carry you through this difficult time.
With sincere best wishes,
Judy Royal
November 23, 2008
42 years ago when I was 5 years old, Dr. Pualwan gave me 5 stitches under my chin and "a lollipop to calm my nerves." I have never forgotten the kindness he displayed while treating a very scared child. Although I did not know his family, my thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. I am very sorry for your loss.
Claire Jalbert
November 23, 2008
Betty, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My life was enriched by knowing you and Dr. Pualwan. May God's Peace and comfort be with you. Claire
James Davenport & Family - Cynthia, Ian, Mason and Wyatt
November 23, 2008
We reach out with our deepest feelings to an incredible family over the loss of an exceptional father and husband. I know the quality of the man from time spent with his sons.
Candy Smith
November 23, 2008
My condolences to Betty, Ramsey, Emily, and Benji. I truly enjoyed taking care of Fred and spending time with you Betty. It's hard to believe it's been nearly two years since I began helping Fred. Being a part of your lives has been a wonderful experience.
Allen Ward
November 23, 2008
Codolences from Ann and me. I have many pleasant memories from the years we shared offices at Bellevue street and remember well when Fred joined Dad's group there. He was a wonderful addition.
Allen Ward
Barbara Kazmierczak
November 23, 2008
My heartfelt condolences to the family of Dr. Pualwan. He was an excellent surgeon and a wonderful man. I have many good memories of working with him and learning from him during my years as a nurse at Hahnemann.
Dr. Timothy C. Hoffman
November 23, 2008
Thank you for serving our country. Thank you for being a great healer and friend. Emily my thoughts and prayers are with you. You did an internship in Histology with me at Worcester City Hospital.
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