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Carlos Giralt Obituary

Carlos R. Giralt October 24, 1941 - March 28, 2010 SALEM - Carlos left Guatemala at the age of 20 with the blessing of his family. He served in the USAF as a medic in Vietnam for 8 years, and was very proud to become a US Citizen during that time. Using his GI benefit Carlos went to the University of Washington and successfully completed his Physicians Assistant program. He joined the Kaiser Permanente family following his preceptorship. Carlos retired from Kaiser Permanente 10 years ago and worked part time for both Kaiser Permanente and Guadalupe Clinic until August 2007 when he was diagnosed with colon cancer. He died peacefully at home on March 28, 2010. Carlos is survived by his wife, Cindey Jenson Giralt of Salem, Ore.; daughters, Kimberley Kelley of Idaho, Kayte Giralt of Orlando, Fla.; stepdaughters, Karsten (Stephen) Lockwood of Beaverton, Ore., Malene Peterson of Salem, Ore.; and stepson, Kevin Peterson of Salem, Ore; and his grandchildren, Victoria and Cayden Whipkey. He was preceded in death by his father, Joaquin Giralt; and his mother, Aminta Martinez. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. A Celebration of Life will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 11, 2010 at the Red Lion Inn, Salem. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Colo-rectal Cancer Research OHSU Foundation, 1121 SW Salmon St #100, Portland, OR 97205. Arrangements by Howell-Edwards-Doerksen with Rigdon-Ransom Funeral Directors. Family and friends may send condolences and sign the guest book at www.hed-fh.com.

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Published by The Statesman Journal on Apr. 1, 2010.

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Dinah Shaw

March 23, 2019

Todavia nos haces falta, Carlos. Te queres mucho. Still miss you.

Andrea Burke

November 25, 2018

I knew Carlos. He was a loving and kind person. I am sorry to learn so many years after his passing that he as left the earthly life. Best wishes for peace and happiness to the lucky people who knew him and are going forth in the world with joyful memories of him.

Johni

February 27, 2015

Cindey, I just learned about Carlos yesterday. I knew him while we were in the Air Force. He was a very well liked person. He so enjoyed life and exploring alternative concepts. I remember how playful and kind he was. Deeply regret learning about your loss at this late date. Here's to Carlos!

Claudia de la Roca

April 15, 2010

Here is to Carlos, you will be always in our hearts. We will always love you.Cindey,once more, thank you for your love.

Deborah Sailler

April 11, 2010

Cindey,
Carlos was a well respected colleague at Kaiser Permanente and loved by all. He will be deeply missed.
With sincere sympathy, Debbie Sailler

Dad and Tori hanging out

April 11, 2010

Dad teaching Cayden how to play the DS!

April 11, 2010

Dad hanging out

April 11, 2010

Baby sis and dad going through the photos

April 11, 2010

I look awful but dad always looks great!

April 11, 2010

We made dad ride with us!

April 11, 2010

Baby sis and dad at carousel

April 11, 2010

Dad and I at carousel

April 11, 2010

Dawn Tallman

April 9, 2010

Cindey bless your heart. You are such a strong person. I am so thankful to know you and to work with you. You are loved girl.

April 9, 2010

Best step-father a little boy could have ever asked for.....I hope that you and the family are staying strong.

Carlos Gamboa

April 6, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Vicki Gaska (Withers)

April 4, 2010

Cindey, So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. So soon for such a fine person to leave us. He made the world a better place.
Former Lancaster Clinic co-worker and friend

Dinah Shaw

April 3, 2010

Although I share your sadness and grief I know that Carlos is in a better place. He so wanted to live until 12/12/2010. However, I told him that if he didn't make it until then, he'd have a ringside seat! He was a wonderful friend for well over 40 years and one of my best. We are Scorpio soulmates. He was funny, cheerful, optomistic, all embracing, non-judgemental, and ever so loving. I will miss him very much, but he will always have a place in my heart.
Lots of love,
Dinah

Jess

April 3, 2010

Cindy, you are such an inspiration to me! You are strong and wise, and I'm glad you had your time with Carlos. You were very lucky to have one another. Our hearts are with you.

Eileen Brown

April 2, 2010

My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Carlos was great guy and I knew him for many years at Kaiser Permanente.

April 2, 2010

Cindy,
My deepest sympathies to you and your family. Carlos' light will continue to shine and always be there to comfort you.
"Who looks outside,dreams.Who looks inside,awakens.'' (Carl Jung) Julia

Chuck Westbrook

April 1, 2010

Peggy & I have enjoyed the two of you all the years we've known the both of you and the years Peggy worked with Carlos and we will miss him. We're both sorry to miss the memorial service and we'll catch up with you later. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
.... sending our Love, Chuck & Peggy

Nancy Rehmer

April 1, 2010

Cindey, I read about your husband in the newspaper today. He looked like a wonderful person! I am so sorry that you've lost him. You and your family will be in my prayers.

Aline

April 1, 2010

I feel honored to have worked with and get to know Carlos. He was always a source of stability during our busy schedule. I learned a lot from him.

April 1, 2010

Here's to Carlos - a life of service and joy of living. Our thoughts are with you and your family. Jim and Olga Carlstrom

Annette

April 1, 2010

Cindi, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Lancaster Pharmacy

Staff of Howell-Edwards-Doerksen with Rigdon-Ransom Funeral Directors

April 1, 2010

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Nancy Killingsworth

March 31, 2010

Cindey,
I'm so sorry to hear about the lost of your husband. you'll be in my thoughts and prayers.Nancy

Pat Harrington

March 30, 2010

Cindey, I'm so sorry for your lost, you will be in my Prayers and thoughts.
Skyline Lab

March 30, 2010

I love you Cindey....and I offer my deepest condolences at this time. Kim Hemenway

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