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Dr. Stephen J. Adelson

Tulsa, Oklahoma

1933 - 2024

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Adelson, Dr. Stephen J.Aug 26, 1933 - Sep 24, 2024Dr. Stephen J. Adelson, a beloved pediatrician who dedicated his life to caring for children, passed away on September 24, 2024, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was 91 years old.Born on August 26, 1933, in Kittanning, Pennsylvania, Steve faced early...

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Stephen and I were residents together and University Minnesota. We shared Learning pediatric. I enjoyed reading about him.Dr. Mark Nesbit Deb and Iove in Scottsdale

I am 48 years old, & I just happen to come across this announcement today. Dr. Adelson birthed me & my younger sister and was our Dr. all of our youth. If I remember correctly, he retired (or lightened his # of patients) & then returned again. I remember him so well. What a warmth he had about him; & he always made me smile. Goodbye sweet man; I was blessed to have you.

Dr. Adelson was our daughters pediatrician in the late 60´s. He was soft spoken, kind, dedicated and understanding with this young mother. With peace and love thank you.

My thoughts are with Ellen & family. I have many fond memories of our years together at Cornell. Steve was a wonderful compassionate person. I feel fortunate to have known him. Nancy Krauthamer Goldberg

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

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He was my pediatrician I loved going to see Dr Adleson! Such a nice man!

My sincere condolences for the family. I had two contact points with Dr. Adelson, both cherished. He saved my son´s life thirty years ago through his quick thinking and medical expertise. During a routine office visit he discovered a concerning condition, he personally walked my son and I through the tunnel to Hillcrest Hospital and got him settled in -with great care. Years later, while I was Director of Fine Arts at Tulsa Public Schools, he co sponsored a major fundraiser for the arts....

I will miss Dr. Adelson tremendously. As alluded in his obit , his sense of humor was without match. As a young child I went through a phase of only eating peanut butter sandwiches. My Mom worried went to Steve, his reply, Mrs. Nash, if alll Beth eats are peanut butter sandwiches, you’ll have the healthiest child on the block! Another fun one liner, my sister Kelly Frizzell was pregnant with her second set of twins, only would see Dr. Adelson, and he famously remarked, Kelly If I thought you...