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Alvin Fields Obituary
Alvin L. FIELDS, M.D. Passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by family on October 26, 2006. He was born in Seattle, graduated from Broadway HS, Whitman College, University of N Dakota and Tufts Medical College. He married Lee Bushkin in 1950 and shortly after began serving in the Korean War as a Lt. in the Navy. Upon his return in 1952, Alvin practiced family medicine in north Seattle, and in 1962 built the Terrace Park Medical Clinic, retiring in 1988. He was a Diplomat of the American Board of Family Practice, a Clinical Assistant Professor at the UW for 17 years, and on the medical staff for Northwest Hospital from 1960-1988. He was the President of the King County Academy of Family Physicians 1960-61. The American Academy of Family Physicians honored him with a 30-year service award. He was member of the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis. He was avid tennis player, skier, boater, fisherman, and gardener. As a Tyee supporter, he was a spirited Husky fan, holding season tickets for over 47 years. He is proudly survived by Lee, his wife of 56 years; two sons, David (Bellevue,WA), and Scott and daughter-in-law, Vicki, (Portland, OR); sister, Shirley Schneiderman (husband: Jack) of Coos Bay; brother-in-law, Steve Bushkin (wife: Pat) of Bellevue, 5 nieces and nephews and their children. Services will be Monday, October 30 at 11:00 a.m. at the Butterworth- Arthur A. Wright Chapel, 520 West Raye Street, Seattle (206) 282-5500. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Northwest Hospital Foundation, 1550 N. 115th Street, M/S D131, Seattle, WA 98133-9733, 206-368-1647.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Sandra Clawson Stewart
October 9, 2024
I used to work at Dr Fields office. He was a wonderful Doctor . My condolences to his wonderful wife Lee. Sandra CLAWSON Stewart!
Paula Collins
September 11, 2021
Dr. Fields and his wife would come to Sekiu every year when I was a young girl working at The Cove. He would make jokes about me needing to rub his head to keep him from falling asleep during dinner bc he would get up early to go fishing. He and his wife were always so very kind to me. They would always ask for my section and I was only in my teens - he taught me the proper way to open wine and he always left me a great tip! Again....I was a very young girl but I always remembered him and his wife and how absolutely beautiful I thought they were together.
Jonathan and Patricia Dubiel
November 1, 2006
We missed both of you in Friday Harbor this past summer! We always looked forward to hearing your arrival on channel 66A. We meet a lot of people each summer, but a few stick with you in your heart as being really great people that you hope to see again. Al and Lee were in that catagory! For several summers we listened for, and heard them arrive in the harbor...and we were glad to catch their lines, help them tie up and share a toast! Al and Lee set an example of true love and support for all to admire. May God provide his family strength until they meet again.
From the crew of:
"Dock Holiday"
Jon and Patricia Dubiel
Gayle Hunt
November 1, 2006
Dr Fields was my family's doctor while my brother and I were growing up. I have very fond memories of him. He always put us at ease and I will remember his friendly smile. I also remember his mother and father who worked at the Terrace Clinic. My sympathies go to Mrs. Fields and all of the family.
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Patty Petersen
October 31, 2006
My hope is that all of Dr. Fields' family will cherish the wonderful memories of him and all that he did for his family and his community.
Gabe Castillo
October 30, 2006
In 1972, my family moved to a house across the street from the Fields. Dr. Fields and his son Scott were the first to come over and welcome us to the neighborhood. I have many fond memories of Dr. Fields and will always cherish the kind words of support and time he spent with my mom, my sister and I when my father passed away. The neighborhood will miss him; and I will miss the Styrofoam cooler full of salmon and watching him pulling that small American red flyer cart to and from his boat.
Anne Johnson
October 30, 2006
I grew up across the street from Dr Fields and Lee...
I will always keep in my heart his smiling face and kind voice.
So many memories I could share of such a kind man, always encouraging the neighborhood kids and truly interested in our adventures.
I hold tight the gift he and Lee got me for my college graduation. It is a necklace with an orca whale charm... they bought it on one of their many fishing trips...
It will alway remind me of Dr. Fields.
Alex Avgeres
October 29, 2006
I met DR Fields by chance through a Insurance medical exam at my home on Queen Anne many years ago. His smile and bow tie put me at ease. His love of life, skiing and Sun Valley left a ever lasting impression on me. God Bless Him
Mark & Jennifer McDonald
October 29, 2006
Dear Lee,
Our sympathies to you and your family. We will miss Dr. Fields and always remember how you both warmly welcomed us to the neighborhood.
Ed Keenan
October 29, 2006
Our deepest sympathy is extended to Mrs Fields and the family of Dr Fields that they find comfort despite great loss and strength together at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Ed and Shelley Keenan
Lillian Burke
October 28, 2006
My name is Lillian B. Burke; I served at Northwest Hospital as the
Cancer Registrar from 1966-1980. I
well remember Dr. Fields friendly
smile and cheery greeting when meeting him in the hallway or on the ward. May the Lord of all heal
the hearts of those surviving as
they miss this 'special' person in
their life. lb 10-28-06
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