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Mark Palumbo Obituary
On Sunday, September 15, 2019, Dr. Mark A. Palumbo, loving husband and father of three, passed away at the age of 57. He was surrounded by his loving family. Mark was born on January 29th, 1962, in Providence, RI to Ralph and Marie (Mallette) Palumbo. He is survived by his beloved wife of 31 years, Anne (Pagliuca) Palumbo and his three cherished children, Kristen M. Palumbo, Nicole A. Palumbo and Mark A. Palumbo; his parents Ralph and Marie (Mallette) Palumbo, brother Ralph A. Palumbo and sister Cheryl (Palumbo) Rey. Mark also leaves behind many nieces and nephews.
Mark graduated from Bishop Hendricken High School ('80'), Boston University, Magna Cum Laude ('84'), Boston University Medical School ('88). Soon after, Mark became a resident at Rhode Island Hospital/Brown University Medical Program. His specialty was Spine Surgery where he attended the Case Western Reserve University Spine Fellowship Program.
Mark was a practicing Spine Surgeon for over 25 years, and the Chief of Spine Surgery at Rhode Island Hospital. He was the recipient of many Academic Honor Awards during his medical career. His most cherished was the Award for Excellence in Teaching-Brown University Orthopedic Residency Program. Mark was recently honored for several AAOS Achievement Awards 2018-19. He published and co-published over 70 publications for medical journals. Dr. Palumbo was a true mentor, healer, teacher and loyal friend to so many.
A passion for the outdoors, Mark enjoyed hiking, skiing, bicycling and walking his dog Elle. Most of his free time was spent doing all these activities with his family and friends. He was also an avid reader and enjoyed traveling, frequently visiting museums and art galleries. Mark was a Boston sports fan.
Immense gratitude and thanks of appreciation to the entire staff at University Orthopedics and R.I. Hospital.
His funeral services were held last week. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: The Tomorrow Fund, 593 Eddy St., Providence, RI 02903. Visit NardolilloFH.com for online condolences.
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Memories and Condolences
for Mark Palumbo
Sharon J Langton
September 17, 2022
I think of your smile and thank you for giving my life back every morning when I wake up without pain. It will be 4 years since the miracle surgery in November 2018. Prayers to your family always.
Sharon
Anahid Killerjian
September 13, 2020
I just learned of Dr. Palumbo’s passing and feel absolutely heartbroken.
He was my best buddy.
I would’ve been a quadriplegic if it wasn’t for him performing my spinal surgery 14 years ago. He gave me quality of life. We always joked and laughed together.
He loved my baklava.
I will miss him forever! ❤
Rose
July 13, 2020
My heart goes out to you all. Although we did not know him personally, he performed surgery on my husbands back. We would joke how serious he was; we got him to crack a few smiles and reflected on it often.
Truly saddened
Kate Hallam
May 16, 2020
Will never forget his gentleness and caring for my husband...Its been a year but I know your heart is still broken,I pray for you and hope your heart will
mend soon
Don Buckley
May 15, 2020
Great doctor ! Great man ! Truly missed .....
Jonathan Baggot
October 23, 2019
Sending my sincerest condolences to the entire Palumbo family. I was shocked and completely devastated when I learned of Mark's passing yesterday. He gave me my life back on May 31, 2018 with his amazing skill and compassionate care for which I am eternally grateful. His incredible caring spirit lives on in all of us whom he healed with his brilliantly skilled hands and the sincere and heartfelt compassion he always showed us. I feel truly honored and sincerely blessed to have know such a wonderfully caring and humble man and I will never forget him. I know Dr. P is up above us in a better place watching over all of his beloved family, friends and eternally grateful patients to make sure we stay well and carry on his legacy of compassion for each other.
Jonathan R. Baggot
October 15, 2019
A great man who helped my husband with his back issues a soul that will be missed by all, my condolences to his family may he rest in peace.mr&miss Tsioplakis
maria tsioplakis
October 15, 2019
A great man who helped my husband with his back issues a soul that will be missed by all my condolences to his family may he rest in peace.
Kate Hallam
October 5, 2019
I cant say enough about the caring docter he was for my husband in 2008, he called me and updated me which was so important..he was truly a doctor who cared..I pray for your family and hope that the pain in your heart will diminish knowing so many people admired your husband.
September 27, 2019
To the Palumbo Family and Friends,
Mark was an extraordinary man, as you know. He operated on me last year and gave me my life back. Thank you for sharing him with all of us. With deepest sympathy and love -- Beth Brown
Donna Martin
September 27, 2019
A great man who helped my husband with his back issues a soul that will be missed by all my condolences to his family may he rest in peace
Armand Lapierre
September 25, 2019
My condolences to the family for the loss off a great doctor n family man,he saved my husband from becoming a wheelchair patient . He was kind , caring and considerent but most of all listened to his patient....(&) wife!, thank you for everything ! Rest in peace armand e lapierre & family
September 25, 2019
I will miss this wonderful Dr.
I first met him in 2003 when he performed back surgery and again just last year when a very extensive surgery was done. Because of his skill I am walking and out of pain. This I will be forever thankful for. His kindness and wonderful smile will also remain with me forever. Thank you. To his family, I`m so sorry for your loss. He was a mighty special man.
Prayers for you.
Sharon
Kenny
September 25, 2019
To Dr. Palumbo, so sad to hear God had to take you so soon. He must need your expert advice regarding a medical issue for someone. We will miss you as being one of the greatest Surgeons in RI. So compassionate, always willing to listen, and the best for keeping a nervous patient at ease. God please watch over his Family now, as they will need your loving arms around them. Thank You Dr. Palumbo for taking care of me through the years! Rest in Peace...
Kenny (RI)
G S
September 24, 2019
Doc was a special person. He had such a nice way about him. I was deeply saddened to here of his passing. A man whom took his profession so personally, that he has left a permanent impression on all of those he has met. Truly a wonderful man. The world would be a much better place if everyone was of the same caliber as Doc. Condolences to his children, wife, and family.
Michelle Sweet
September 24, 2019
Love the man as my back doctor,,,I could not ask for a better man and I will miss him very much ,,I will miss him more when I go to the office and he smile face is not there and I will cry some more ,,love Michelle sweet
September 24, 2019
Dear Anne and family,
Bill and I are so deeply sorry for your loss. We will always remember Mark as a kind genuine gentleman with the most prestigious reputation as a surgeon. May he rest in peace. Our thoughts prayers and love to you and your family.
Joyce and Bill Lancellotti
Steve Guglielmo and family
September 23, 2019
To the entire Palumbo family.
I'm still in shock at the news of Marks passing. We were neighbors and childhood friends growing up and kept in touch professionally over the years. Mark helped so many people including members of my family. He was soft spoken, gentle, genuinely caring and enjoyed helping people.
Mark was an amazing physician, wonderful person and warm friend and I'm certain he was more than that to his family.
Please accept my most sincere condolences. God bless all of you!
Taken way too soon, Rest In Peace my friend.
Robert Chito
September 23, 2019
Dr Palumbo changed my life. He saved me from a life of pain and disability. Dr Palumbo took on the challenge of repairing my ruined neck. I will forever be grateful. A terrible loss of a great man...
Lisa Medici
September 23, 2019
To the entire Palumbo family,
Dr. Palumbo was an amazing physician with an incredible way of caring for his patients. I never took for granted how lucky I was to have him as my spinal specialist. He repaired my back on numerous occasions and he always had a way of making you feel like more than a patient. I can only imagine how warm he was to his family and friends. I wish you all much peace and comfort as you begin to navigate the days ahead without him.
Rest easy Dr. Palumbo.
Sheila Raposa
September 23, 2019
Dr. Palumbo was so kind and generous with his patients; my mom always enjoyed her visits.
patrice french
September 22, 2019
I worked with Dr Palumbo for 7years as his research nurse. He was an amazing person all the way around! We both shared a love of the outdoors and we always laughed together no matter what the situation. He was always kind to everyone and loved his work. So many patients felt cared for but more than that was his compassion. When I fractured my shoulder, he took me in right away and diagnosed a fracture when others didn't. He was so special because he listened to people which is so rare in the field of medicine today. I remember the pictures of his family and how he would talk of everyone. This makes me realize that life is so precious! I pray for the family in this time of deep loss.
Armand and Lori Ardente
September 22, 2019
Ann and family we are so very sorry to hear about Mark's passing, he was such a wonderful man, friend and Doctor, our deepest sympathies to you, he will never be forgotten in this lifetime my prayers are with you for such a heartbreaking time, may you rest in peace Dr. Mark you will always be loved.
Joanne Laffe
September 22, 2019
Mrs Palumbo and Family
My deepest condolences to all of you. In 2000 dr Palumbo removed a herniated disc from my back and I was up and walking the next day. I will always be greatfull for all he did for me. May you and your family be blessed forever.
Bettyann Rizzo
September 22, 2019
Dear Ann and Family,
I was so sorry to hear of Marks passing . He was a wonderful Doctor and such a wonderful person.I know he will be dearly missed by all . I am so sorry for your loss . He was taken way to young .
Take care,
BettyAnn Marrinan-Rizzo
Michael Field
September 21, 2019
Ann , Ralph, Diane and family.
Sharon and I are so sorry for your loss.
May your fond memories serve as comfort for you always.
Michael and Sharon Field
Laura Nelson
September 21, 2019
Dr. Palumbo performed spinal surgery to fix a ruptured disc i was suffering from in 2012, and the results were nothing short of miraculous. His work transformed my life. He was a gifted surgeon, but also a caring, attentive, engaged physician who represented the best of his profession. I am deeply sorry for your loss, and hope you find comfort in the knowledge that he touched so many lives.
September 21, 2019
Dear Dr. Palumbo's wife and children,
Your husband and Dad was a gentle soul, well-respected man, and the best back surgeon! He helped me get back to my fitness workouts again after I had back surgery last December. He helped & healed so many people. We all wish we could have helped him. He was way too young.
I was heartbroken when I heard of his sickness. I prayed that he could be cured by some miracle. As time went on, I prayed that he would not suffer any longer. He is at peace now.
My deepest sympathies to all of you during this most difficult time.
Dianne Angelone
(patient from Univ. of Orthopedics)
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