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Edward Callan Obituary
Ed was born in Texas and raised in Florida. He graduated from Tulane University in 1978 and from the University of Florida College of Medicine in 1982. In 1984, his ENT residency brought him to the Bay Area. Ed worked as an ENT/ Head and Neck Surgeon at Kaiser Permanente in Richmond, CA for 25 years. A dedicated surgeon, his colleagues respected him for his expertise, intelligence, and work ethic. He was thoughtful and compassionate to his patients and co-workers.
Ed and his wife (Anne Heideck) met at Tulane University. They traveled the world together, experiencing its many wonders. Ed was a loving and generous husband, son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend. He enjoyed academic, athletic and artistic pursuits.
While he loved sports, traveling and outdoor activities, he also enjoyed quoting lines from his favorite movies and TV shows. Ed's smile, humor, funny quips, thoughtfulness, and inquisitive mind will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Ed loved life and lived it to the fullest.
Ed is survived by his wife, Anne; his mother, Valerie; his sisters, Ann, Monica, Lori, and Meg; and his brothers, Tom (Alison), Jim (Walley), Dan (Julie) and many nieces and nephews. Ed is preceded in death by his father, Francis (Frank) Callan. He will be truly missed by his extended Callan and Heideck families.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Sunday, February 10, 2013 from 2-4pm at the Mill Valley Community Center, 180 Camino Alto, Mill Valley, CA. Donations in his memory can be made to a charity of your choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Edward Callan
Lee Lucia
March 26, 2024
Eddie and I went to elementary school together and had many things in common. Eddie was always funny and enjoyed playing baseball and just about any sport we had. He was always the smartest kid in the class. I always thought he was going to be a rocket scientist or something requiring a high degree of thought. I was not surprised to find he had become a physician. God gifted him with the talent and he used his gift to help people. I am just finding out about his passing and I am glad he has touched so many people with his skills and blessings.
February 9, 2014
My condolences to the Callan family. I just heard of his passing just this week. He was such a nice, caring person. I am so very sorry for your loss.
June 16, 2013
I was a patient of doctor Callan and he helped me a lot, a surgery and many other problems I experienced ,,one day ,while waiting to get a prescription at the Kaiser facilities in Richmond, I saw him, we said Hi to each other, but I noticed that this doctor was tired, his eyes were looking at the ceiling ,almost like a form of meditation ,he looked like an angel in the sky..I told him...Dr you had a hard day I can tell...he just rolled his eyes and give me a big smile ..he died a couple of weeks later ,I could not believe this..RIP doctor Ed.
Scott Elsbree MD
April 24, 2013
It's been a long time since our U of F days but it's easy to remembers Ed's easy going pleasant demeanor and his playful sense of humor and his smile. my prayers and thoughts go out to his family.
Becki Cohn-Vargas
March 30, 2013
I was saddened to hear from Kaiser today that Dr. Callan had passed away. He did surgery on my vocal cords twice and for eight years I keep going back for checks. He always was so friendly and kind and his surgery was excellent. I will miss him.
Daphne Bogart
March 5, 2013
I am saddened to hear about the passing of Dr. Callan. He performed surgery on both of my sons and most recently myself. We are grateful to have had such a caring dedicated doctor. To his family, please accept our condolences.
Ellen Resnick
March 2, 2013
I will always remember Ed for his kindness and humility. He was a wonderful man. We always enjoyed our time with he and Anne.
Gary J. Young, M.D.
February 24, 2013
Ed will be remembered for his kindness and helpfulness, both as a friend and a colleague. Whenever I neded help on a case, Ed was always willing to step in. I will remember Ed in the best of ways.
You will be missed
Debbie Sellers
February 13, 2013
This man saved my life. He found a spot on my thyroid and took it out even though the surgery was to remove a tumor on my throat. he apologized for removing my left side thyroid and I thanked him because his hunch was right. he was very smart and a God send. I guess the Lord needed another angel up there. God bless his family and keep them strong. I will miss my doctor and his good sense of humor.
David Weems
February 12, 2013
I don't believe Diane and I have seen Ed since medical school but hearing of his passing brings a great sorrow to us. I will always remember his smile and humor. He was always great to be around. Who can forget him on the cover of our medical school skits program?! Ed always made you laugh and seemed to enjoy anywhere and anyone he was with. I know he will be missed greatly by those whom have had the opportunity to live and work with him during his life. I know we miss him even after so long.
Ann Callan
February 11, 2013
Ed, you were my first and oldest friend. I learned much from you, first songs I sang, baseball cards, army men, Green Eggs and Ham, to have adventure, first piano piece I played, to be a good student, to work hard, the way I drive, and by your example how to be a good daughter, sister, friend, and aunt. You cheered for me even though my pursuits took different directions then yours. Although in CA, you were part of my life, whether laughing on phone over football or lotto picks,in NY for art expedition, golf, Sail Boston '93, Napa, Sonoma, Monterey, or LSO-Bach Festival concert. I'm still learning from you—it's not the number of years, but what you make of them. You inspire me to rally. It helps that you left us with many fond memories. I miss you, bro, and look forward to seeing you again. God be with you. You are in good company.
Steve Powell
February 10, 2013
Today, Ed's California family gathers to celebrate his extraordinary life. I wish I could be there to learn more about my good friend and hear about his many good works. Anne, you are especially in our hearts and thoughts today.
Keri Small, SLP
February 9, 2013
Dr. Callan you will be missed. I will treasury the fun times we had working together at Kaiser Richmond. You are the best. May God bless you and your family.
Rosemary McKean
February 6, 2013
God bless you Dr. Callen. You were a wonderful doctor and person. Though I work at Kaiser Richmond, I knew you mainly as a patient. Thank you for being such an excellent surgeon. You are dearly missed. My deepest sympathy to the family.
Charman Ibarra
February 6, 2013
A quiet and gentle giant of a man. Will miss his twinkling eyes and sense of humor.
Joanne Cordova
February 3, 2013
Dr. Callan, you will be missed dearly. My sincerest condolences and prayers are with you and your family.
Ed DiPietro
February 3, 2013
Ed, Joyce, myself and the entire DiPietro family,loved you and will miss you greatly. Our prayer are with you and Anne.
Meg Callan
February 2, 2013
May the road rise up to meet you-may the wind be always at your back-may the sun shine warm upon your face-the rains fall soft upon your fields-and until we meet again-may God hold you in the hollow of his hand. I miss you and I love you! Godspeed Ed, to you and Dad! Lil sis
Peter Terman
February 1, 2013
Ed, I, my son Ardalan and my wife will truly miss your kind and truly flawless care at Kaiser in Richmond, most recently I think in December. We are deeply saddened for your family's loss and our prayers are will you.
Peter
Dan Callan
February 1, 2013
Goodbye my brother until we meet again in Valhalla.
"Let us pass over the river and rest under the shade of the trees." GEN TJ Jackson
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