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Michael Grauer Obituary

GRAUER--Michael Trichter, M.D., 40, of Phoenix, AZ, formerly of Syosset, NY, died December 10, 2007. Adored husband of Tara, beloved father of Mason, Riley and Presley. Greatly loved and loving son of Seymour and Theodora Grauer, brother to Edward (Karine) Grauer and Robert (Arinne) Grauer. Uncle to Julian Grauer, Ray Grauer, Ben Bottiglieri and Aaron Bottiglieri. Dear sonin-law to Richard and Sharon Brodkin. Brother-in-law to Erika (Richard) Bottiglieri and Michael Brodkin. Michael was a graduate of Union College and The Sackler School of Medicine. As much as he loved all of us, we love him even more. Michael will be greatly missed, but our memories of his sense of humor and huge heart will stay with us forever.

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Published by New York Times from Dec. 13 to Dec. 14, 2007.

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Maria Sussman

December 11, 2008

Tara, a year has passed & we think of you often. May loving memories & the love and support of your family continue to sustain you and your children. With love, Maria, Steve & Jon Sussman

Suzanne Lachelier

April 2, 2008

Michael and I lived on the same dorm floor freshman year at Union College. He was the quiet, doe-eyed funny guy ("my mother cooks, sure: take-out Chinese or Italian"). We didn't stay in touch, but I never forgot him. His face popped right back into my mind as soon as I heard this saddest news. From reading these pages, he clearly became the great individual and professional he promised to be all those years back. I send my sincerest sympathy to all of you in his family. He was memorable.

Marilyn Klainberg

January 2, 2008

There are no words which can express the pain we feel concerning the loss of Michael. His is a great loss, to his family and to the world.We will always remember him at happy occasions, his wedding and his brother Robert's wedding...he was loved by his family and his colleagues...too brief a life but a great legacy.
Bernard and Marilyn Klainberg

baktash bootorabi

December 28, 2007

I had the pleasure of working with Michael in Roosevellt hospital when I was a fellow. Michael was a very special person who will me greatly missed by all his friends. My condolences to his family and all his friends.

G Chase

December 27, 2007

I had the good fortune of working with Dr. Grauer in Phoenix. His thoughtfulness,work ethic, skill, and sense of humor will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with those he leaves behind, especially his wife and children.

Al Hoffman

December 26, 2007

It seems inappropriate for someone who only met Michael twice to leave a remembrance, but maybe it's a testament to the quality of the man. I met Michael when he was interviewing for a Fellowship position and again at a conference. He was such an easy person to talk to and had a truely unique sense of humor. He was truely a gentle soul. My condolences.

Sarah Newbery

December 24, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with all of Michael's family. I went to high school with Michael and remember his kind, affable nature. When I picture him, it is with a broad smile on his face. I am truly sorry for your loss.

Greg Dubel

December 22, 2007

I had the distinct honor of working with Michael during his fellowship at Rhode Island Hospital. I remember his as one of the most even-keeled, generous, and dedicated fellows that I have ever worked with. He was truly unique in his patience and wonderful sense of humor. His dedication to his wife and children was immense. I will miss very much his great demeanor, his special outlook, and his unique disposition. My most sincere sympathies go out to Tara, Mason, Riley, and Presley. You will all be in my prayers during this unimaginably difficult period.

Kathy Altergott

December 21, 2007

Dear Grauer family,
I knew Dr. Grauer while he was at BGSMC. He was a great radiologist and was so kind to patients and we all loved him. He was a very dedicated man and he always talked about his family, you were most important to him. He always treated the techs and nurses with respect and they always had fun. I will miss him and you are in my prayers and thoughts daily.

Steve Eberhardt

December 21, 2007

I have many memories of residency together with Michael. We shared many commuting trips together from the East side to St. Luke's - Roosevelt, during which we talked about all sorts of things. Another fond memory is Michael and Tara at our 2000 New Year's party. Michael was a model of goodwill, humor and humility. Such shocking, sad news to hear of this. We will miss Michael who remains in our fond memories. Sincerest sympathy from my family.

Jamie and Jon Mach

December 20, 2007

Tara, our hearts go out to you and your family.The love you shared will live on through your children forever. You are lucky to have such a wonderful family to support you through this tragic time. We think of you every day.

Jill Minor-Maziarz

December 19, 2007

Dr. Grauer was one of my favorite Interventional Radiologists to work with at Good Samaritan. He had a great sense of humor and like to play music in the procedure rooms. He also liked to play the "guess the artist" game during the slower, low stress days. My favorite memory of him was after an all nighter of emergent cases that we didn't finish until 6:30am the next day and he took the tech and me out for breakfast before we had to go back to work and start another day. He was kind, generous and loved his wife and family tremendously. After he left Good Sam, his name was still uttered frequently during the course of a day "Remember when Grauer did....". I will miss him. The medical community has lost a great Radiologist. But more importantly my thoughts and prayers go out to his family for the loss of a wonderful father, husband and man. Sincerely,
Jill Minor-Maziarz

Ron, Chris, Kaitryn, Aeryn Olson

December 19, 2007

Dear Teddi, Seymour, and the extended Grauer family our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of tragic loss, especially of someone so young.

Maria Elena Artica

December 19, 2007

Dear Tara, I am shock to hear about Michael and i would like to offer you and the children my heartfelt condolences and sympathy. My prayers are with you always. I know how much you must miss him and i can't begin to imagine your pain. He was a really good man.
Love Maria Elena.

Maria Sussman

December 19, 2007

Tara, our hearts are broken over the loss of your Michael. His dignity and gentleness awed us. The love that shone in his eyes when he looked at you was so genuine and touching. May Michael's lasting love and the love of your family and friends sustain you and your children. We love you and send our deepest condolences.

Pauline Lentowkski

December 18, 2007

To the family of Dr. Grauer, I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with him for 3 years at Good Samaritan hospital and Dr. Mike was just a wonderful person to work with. He was always so patient and nice, and showed a genuine interest in everyone around him. He will truely be missed by everyone who knew him. Please take comfort in knowing you all have your own personal angel looking out for you. Sincerely Pauline Lentowski and family

Brenda Ivy

December 17, 2007

Dr Grauer was a wonderful man and a great radiologist. I had the opportunity to work with him the last year at BTMC and he could always make us laugh as he told some story about his family or life. He would always greet his patients with the words "Dr Grauer here." and it always put a smile on my face. He will be greatly missed here at BTMC. I offer my deepest sympathy and prayers for his family. I am so sorry for his loss.

Amy Ritter Kowalski

December 17, 2007

My heart goes out to your family. Mike was always such a fun peron and caring person while I knew him in high school.He will truly be missed.

Jeanne Baer

December 17, 2007

It is a shock to see the name of such a recent graduate of our radiology residency program among those who have not finished their work on this earth. What a tragedy!! I send my deapest condolences to his family. He will be remembered as one of our finest people whose compassion and work ethic are to be emulated.
On behalf of the radiology department of St Lukes Roosevelt Hospital, please accept our sympathy. We are speaking of him with the deepest feelings of loss.
Jeanne Baer

Anthony Bullard

December 17, 2007

I knew Mike from St Joe's and from Good Sam in Phoenix. He was a colleague of compassion and wit who was always a joy to work with. It is truly a loss to the medical community in Phoenix.

Sheila and Robert Flitman

December 17, 2007

Dear Teddi, Seymour and the entire Grauer family.
We are so sorry that you have suffered this tragic loss. Please accept our condolences and best wishes for the strength to deal with his loss.
Michael was a wonderful young man, admired and respected by all who knew him for his capabilities as a physician, and his warmth and love as a husband, son and father. We hope that your love for him and your memories of the happy times you shared will help you carry on.

Sridhar Vatti

December 16, 2007

My heartfelt condolences to Tara and to Mason, Riley and Presley. Michael was my friend and colleague during Radiology residency. He was an excellent physician, a devoted husband and father as well as a good friend. I feel privileged for having known him. I am deeply shocked and saddened by this loss.

Joseph Santoro

December 16, 2007

My deepest sympathies. I knew mike as a resident. He was wonderful person as will be truly missed.

Mary Infantino

December 16, 2007

My heart breaks for you and my prayers are with you all. I will always remember Michael as a teenager working as an orderly one summer, with me as a very young nurse. May God hold him in the palms of his hands.

Lauren Rothchild Busch

December 16, 2007

My deepest sympathies are with you and your family at this difficult time.

Peggy Blum

December 15, 2007

I recently found a great picture of Michael eating a piece of fruit while my husband Jonathan was stretching on the lawn of Tel Aviv University which I recall was quite the hangout back then. I will always remember Michael as easy going and a good listener. My thoughts and prayers are with Tara and the entire family.

Adam and Laura Welber

December 15, 2007

We knew Mike as a Resident in New York City. He was a wonderful and memorable person. Our deepest sympathies.

Karen Thursby, RN

December 15, 2007

I was shocked to learn of Dr.Grauer's passing. We had such pleasant chats whenever I brought a patient to his department at Banner Thunderbird..about things we had in common-family, Israel, New York- but mostly about his kids. You walked away from a conversation with Dr. Grauer thinking "What a nice guy!". My sympathies to you all. He will be missed.

Madeleine Tress

December 15, 2007

My deepest condolences to the entire Grauer family.

Derald Preston

December 15, 2007

My heart goes out to the Grauer family for this loss..Although I only knew Mike in our highschool days we had a good friendship and I always considered him a friend. May the Lord bless this family.
Amen

Manny and Ina Rubin

December 14, 2007

Dear Seymour and Teddy. We are so terribly sorry and saddened to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

vera maitinsky

December 14, 2007

Words fail to express emotions at this loss. My thoughts are with you and your family. I hope you derive strength from each other.

Pamela Spencer

December 14, 2007

I had never met Michael Grauer, but felt as if I knew him from the many pictures displayed in his mother's office. When she spoke about him I could tell how proud she was and how much she loved him. She always had a smile on her face and a sparkle in her eyes. My deepest sympathies to the Grauer family.

December 14, 2007

You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers in this most difficult of times.
With deepest sympathy,
Janis & Tom Marullo & Family
Bellmore, NY

Shelly Salisbury

December 14, 2007

Dr. Grauer was a fantastic person and we loved him dearly in the Nuclear Medicine department at John C. Lincoln Hospital in Phoenix Arizona. He will be greatly missed and our department was really devastated to hear of his passing. Our hearts and prayers go out to his family and friends. May God be with you during this tough time.

Nora Mesa

December 14, 2007

Dr. Grauer is an awesome doctor and will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

Ed Strauss

December 14, 2007

I was truly saddened to hear of the passing of my good friend Michael. Michael and I grew up together from age 12. I spent so many days at the Grauer's home that I truly felt they were my 2nd family. Michael and I went to Friends together, and as so many friendships, we spoke less and less as our careers and families dominated our lives. However, I never forgot ,and will never forget all our great times and how Michael helped shape my life. I will always have a special place in my heart for one of my truly special friends of my early life. Michael will be missed deeply, and I wish the family all my best during this most difficult time. Ed

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December 14, 2007

VERY SKILLED DR. GREAT SENSE OF HUMOR. HE WILL BE DEEPLY MISSED. OUR THOUGHTS GO OUT TO HIS LOVED ONES.

Adam and Denise Pearl

December 14, 2007

Our deepest sympathies go out to Tara, your children and your family. Our fond memories of Michael during the first two years of medical school will last forever. From the hikes to the top of Masadah and Ein Gedy to the late nights of study and anatomy lab--Michael's friendship will always be cherished. We are so sorry for your loss.

Dr. Grauer at work June 20, 2006

December 14, 2007

Karen Boorom

December 14, 2007

Although I only knew Dr. Grauer for a short time, I was impressed with how good natured and caring he was. He was also known as an exceptional interventional radiologist by the staff here at John C. Lincoln North Mountain Hospital. Such a loss for the medical community. Our thoughts and prayers are with him and his family. He will be missed by all.

Rachel Morales

December 14, 2007

Our deepest sympathies. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Rachel & Jay Morales

Jaime Jack

December 14, 2007

My thoughts and prayers go out to your family during this time of loss. I was a nurse who worked closely with Dr.Grauer and had the pleasure of sharing in his joy and laughter. I knew the day would be a good one when Dr. Grauer was working. Dr. Grauer was fun and a great man and will be deeply missed. He had a very uplifting spirit and always had a smile on his face. We lost a great man but heaven gained an even better angel.

Dan and Laura Greenberg

December 14, 2007

Please accept our deepest sympathies. Thoughts of Michael bring back wonderful childhood memories.

Jackie Elsas

December 14, 2007

Teddi and Seymour and the entire Grauer family-our loving thoughts are with you knowing how loved your son Michael was by you and all who knew him. Our heartfelt condolences go out to you on your loss.
With love,
Jackie and Michael Elsas

Jackie Marshall

December 13, 2007

I met Michael at Tel Aviv University in 1998 - we fast became friends and I always felt very fortunate to know him and have him call me his friend. I will ALWAYS think of Michael as having an enormous heart. A man full of compasion. Humble, kind and gentle. I will miss Michael very much. I will miss the opportunity to speak to my friend again and to hear his voice. My thoughts are with you all and I promise that I will always remember the wonderful man that Michael is and will always be.

Eric and Rhonda Schnipper

December 13, 2007

Our deepest sympathies. Mike was a wonderful person and an outstanding physician.

Fred Lobovsky

December 13, 2007

We are very sorry to hear of your loss. May your memories bring you comfort. With deepest sympathies:

Barbara & Fred Lobovsky

Al&Joyce Derrow

December 13, 2007

Our thoughts are with you and the family.

Paul and Sheila Tress

December 13, 2007

Condolences and remember all the humor and goodness

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