Robert Chamovitz, M.D., age 94, died Monday, Aug. 12, 2019. He was the beloved husband of Sheila Chamovitz; beloved father of Mindy (Mitchell) Small, Julia (Brad Nilson) Chamovitz Nilson, Max (Kristina Hatcher) Chamovitz and the late Cathy Chamovitz; brother of the late Jerome, Irvin, Allen and David Chamovitz; and Zada to Ammi, Yudi, Dovi, Devorah, Levi, Yossi, Eli, Benjamin, Leah, Asher and Caleb. He is also survived by many great-grandchildren and adoring nieces and nephews. He was a beloved and dedicated physician and a veteran of the Navy during World War II and the Air Force during the Korean War. He was a medical researcher, teacher and a board member of the Hebrew Free Loan and an active supporter of many other Jewish causes.
Visitation will be from 2 to 3 p.m., the time of services, Tuesday at RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL INC., 5509 Centre Ave., Shadyside. Interment will be in Beth Shalom Cemetery.
Contributions may be made to the JNF, 5915 Beacon St., Pittsburgh, PA 15217; Israel Bonds, 6507 Wilkins Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15217; or the Hebrew Free Loan, 4307 Murray Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15217. www.schugar.com.
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To the family of Dr. Chamovitz,
Deepest Sympathy for your loss. He was
very good to me for many years being my
doctor. He was the Dr. I went to for everything,
not just for a digestive disorder. I felt that
he treated me not just as a patient, but as a
friend or a relative. I have never forgotten
the patience he had when I was under his care in the hospital.
Sincerely,
George Malerbo
August 25, 2019
i express my sympathy on the death of Bob. he took care of me in my early twenties until his retirement. I am now in my seventies and feel he is responsible for my good health for all these years. i will always be grateful to him. may his soul rest in peace in heaven. fondly bette cooper spokane
bette spokane
August 19, 2019
Dear Sheila and family: Sincerest condolences at this very sad time. Our memories go back to the first time I met you when Julia and Max were just babies. Since then, there were many memorable occasions. I will always remember Bob as an excellent physician and friend. I hope your memories bring you all comfort as you mourn.
Isabel Alcoff
August 16, 2019
Dear Sheila,
May your heart find lasting peace among the memories you cherish. We are so sorry for your loss.
Baruch Dayan H'Emet
Cindy and Jordan Dern
Jordan Dern
August 15, 2019
Dear Sheila,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
irene cohen
August 13, 2019
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