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for Melvin Mah
Donald and Julie Mah
May 29, 2020
Mel: Julie and I have not forgotten about you. Your photo still graces our bedroom as we walk in. Visited the Nokotsudo earlier this year and viewing you, Mary and her family..a solemn and peaceful moment we treasured. Keeping in touch w Melanie and Matthew when able. Hoping Mom, Mary and you are now together. Missing you all. Peace always
Donald Mah
May 31, 2019
Mel: It has been 7 years since we said goodbye. We all sorely miss you and Mary. I'm sure you two are overlooking down on Matthew and Melanie and their progress in life. One thing of note was our musical connection and how we shared listening to various artists - I miss that. Nowadays when we attend concerts, I would say Mel would have been so stoked beyond excitement if he was here. Good times brother. We'll be thinking of you two next week at Dad's 90th. RIP
Aunty Renee
February 6, 2012
Aloha pumehana, e Melvin.
December 8, 2011
So very shocked to hear about my uncle Melvin Mah. Only knew about it when I told Jolynn (my daughter) to try contacting Melanie & Matthew. Though I only met Uncle Melvin once when we came to SF 15 years ago, I still remember the Thanksgiving we had at his dad's place and dinner at a restaurant he took us to. It's really a shock to all of us in Malaysia here. We will surely miss our uncle Melvin.
Chris & Elaine Wong - West Malaysia
Tim Bessie
October 21, 2011
I was terribly sorry to hear of Dr. Mah's death - I had not known about it until I recommended him to a friend, and she told me she found the Yelp message telling of it.
Since I moved to San Francisco 13 years ago, Dr. Mah had been my podiatrist. I always enjoyed visiting his office because of his friendly and warm manner, good sense of humor, and general agreeableness. Once, when I had been laid off and my insurance company wouldn't pay for a visit to him, Dr. Mah told me nevermind, just give him some computer advice in payment (since that's what I do for work).
A very kind and nice guy. He will be missed.
Eric Jingles
July 15, 2011
I had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Mah when my podiatrist was on vacation. His kindness, understanding, ability to empathize with patients, and personable demeanor resonated with me immediately. So much so that after that first appointment I chose to make him my podiatrist. Every time I called Dr. Mah's office with a medical issue/question, I spoke with Dr. Mah that day or he would return my phone message that same day. He was and will remain an exemplary model for all physicians. His memory will live on in all those that he touched.
Sandra Wong
July 2, 2011
Mary, Melanie, and Mathew,
My thoughts are with you and your family as you cope with the loss of a husband and father. Growing up, we'd see one another at various family gatherings--always like strangers but connected by family. In the past year, Melvin was treating me for an array of foot problems. During my office visits, he'd ask about my parents and then talk of his family. Last year, he scheduled my follow-up visit around his trip back to the east coast to help Melanie move. I'll miss these office visits when we'd share updates on our families.
Your memories of Melvin will keep him near you. Take care of one another.
Sandra Wong
aka "Nelson's girls"
Jean Rowcliffe
July 1, 2011
Dearest Mary, Melanie and Matthew-
Sometimes there are no words.
It is just so heartbreaking.
I send each of you my deepest sympathy and love.
Always-
Malia Abril
July 1, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with Mary, Melanie and Matthew. I will always remember Mel's infectious laugh during early morning workouts at the Bay Club.
Lori Chinn
July 1, 2011
My condolences to the Mah family. My mother who was 97 when she passed away last year was Dr. Mah's patient. He was always very nice, professional and compassionate. I will never forget how when my mother had trouble getting out of the house, Dr. Mah went to the house to provide service to her. Our family will always remember him. He was a very special man. May he rest in peace. He will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers to his family.
Jane Faller
June 29, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with Mary, Melanie and Matt. May your happy memories of your husband and father sustain you. I wish I could be at the service on Saturday, but I will be out of town. With love, Jane Faller
Thomas Mah
June 28, 2011
Dear Mary, Melanie and Matthew,
We are so sorry for your loss. May your memories of Melvin give you strength and comfort during this most difficult time.
Sincerely,
Thomas and Candice Mah and Family
Lizette Valencia
June 27, 2011
Dear Mary, Melanie, & Matthew
As I write in this guest book it still feels so surreal~as if Dr.Mah took you guys on vacation & we are waiting for his return. The office is not the same, his absence is so felt by us & his patients. I want you three to know the he was well liked/loved, respected & admired by many. He leaves behind a legacy of a good Husband,Father,Son,Friend,Doctor & Boss! I will never forget him! May God be with him & continue to protect/watch over you three his beloved family.
ADRIANA VALENCIA
June 27, 2011
DEAR DR.MAH I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER WHEN I USE TO COME TO THE OFFICE AND YOU WOULD GIVE ME CANDY I WILL ALWAYS THINK OF YOU AND ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU R.I.P LOVE ADRIANA
June 27, 2011
I MISS YOU DR.MAH. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER WHEN I USE TO COME TO THE
OFFICE, AND YOU ALWAYS USE GAVE ME CANDY.I WILL ALWAYS MISS YOU AND REMEBER YOU R.I.P LOVE ADRIANA VALENCIA
Pak Lee, Pak Tung and Pak Soon Chan
June 22, 2011
Our condolences to the Mah family. May he rest in peace.
Christine Finnegan
June 16, 2011
Dr. Mah may you RIP. I was his patient for quite awhile, my husband saw him as well; he was so patient, so kind, so filled with true goodness. How sad I am that you are up there watching us down here.
Mary Swope
June 13, 2011
I always enjoyed my appointments with Dr.Mah. We would talk as he worked, especially about his family, travels, the Giants…As a doctor, he helped me immeasurably; as a human being he was compassionate and positive. I miss him very much. His passing is such a loss.
Mary Swope
Donnette Morrison Fisher
June 13, 2011
Dear Mary,
I just hear from Jeff Metcalf about your dear husband's passing. He had read the obituray in the newpaper. I have thought of you so often over the passed 30+ years and wondered where you were and what you were doing. You were always so kind and thoughtful to me. I have such fond memories of special times together. I am so sorry for your loss. With Sympathy,
Edward Mei
June 13, 2011
I was a patient of Dr. Mah's. He always had great stories and would see him around San Francisco. Will miss him dearly. R.I.P
Karina Bautista
June 9, 2011
Miss you Dr.Mah
Maria S
June 9, 2011
I was a patient of Dr. Mah's; he was such a great person and I looked forward to talking with him. He really cared for his patients and his profession. My deepest sympathies to his family and colleagues. I was very sad to learn of his early passing.
Scott Clement
June 8, 2011
I only saw Dr. Mah twice but he stood out as the most outgoing doctor I ever had the pleasure to meet. I'm very sorry to hear of his passing. I saw him once before the holidays and when I returned we both exchanged stories of our holiday travel problems. He just kept asking me more and more questions - he was so interested to hear about my traveling. And thanks to his help, I've been able to walk pain-free for months. My thoughts and prayers go to out to his family and friends.
June 8, 2011
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Mah family. Melvin was a beautiful person inside and out. I am so sorry for your loss. God bless you.
Cindy Paulus
Noel Johnson
June 8, 2011
I offer my condolences to Dr. Mah's family. Dr. Mah was my doctor and I always enjoyed seeing him, not only because he made my feet feel better, but also because he was nice and generous man. Further, he was a Golden Bear and we loved talking about Cal sports. I'll miss Dr. Mah, his smile and his jokes. RIP Noel Johnson (San Francisco, CA).
Maj-Britt Llewellyn
June 8, 2011
I am so sad to hear of Dr. Mah's passing. I only saw him twice as a patient but he had a way about him and in that first visit I felt like I had known him forever. I send my thoughts to his family in this difficult time. He was clearly loved, admired, and cared for by many many people.
Christopher Mah
June 8, 2011
My brother, you were always there if I needed you, and helped raise me so well and I could not be where I am without you. Your love for your wife and kids was always evident and I try to emulate that with my family. Your staff once told me you were so happy that day because you were going to see Catherine soon made me feel so happy. I miss you and think of you daily.
G. Benjamin Fred
June 7, 2011
Papa Mah (as I affectionately called him, I think on his invitation perhaps) was the epitome of culture, class, charisma and charm. Sharp as a tack and with a nose for wine that would make any Frenchman green with jealousy, he was first and foremost consistently kind. As is normally the case during college summer breaks, I always planned to pick my friends up and head somewhere else...but at the Mah house the party often stayed right at home; a casual 15 minute chat with Papa Mah could easily turn into a lesson about a new Pinot and the excitement of the many European cities we'd been to or still had yet to visit (an hour later, "Hey, are we still going out, or do you wanna just stay here?") I'm glad I got to know him, and the rest of this wonderful family. Much love to the Mah's during this hard time. I'll miss Papa Mah. San Francisco won't be the same without him.
Kevin Nguyen
June 7, 2011
I don't know Dr. Mah but I always see him every time I went to the Bay Club in the early mornings. He seems like a really nice guy with great spirits. I was shocked and deeply saddened to hear of his passing. My sincere condolences to Dr. Mah's family.
Allen Yu
June 7, 2011
My condolences to the family. He was one of my classmates at GWHS. I remember him as a really nice person who was really into martial arts. I remember hanging out with him.
Tony Yick
June 7, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with the Mah family. I was so sad and shocked to hear of his passing. I was lucky enough to have Melanie as a student, and have gotten to know the entire family over the years. What a wonderful family. I feel lucky to have known Melvin over that time.
kevin ganley
June 6, 2011
Dr Mah was one of my favorite people to work with.He was always a positive person to be around and work with.I admired his spirit and energy for life.I pray that his family will be alright in this difficult time.God bless you.Kevin ganley.CPMC.
K. Lee
June 6, 2011
I'm sorry to hear about the passing of Melvin. My condolences to Mary, Melanie and Matthew. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Karina Bautista
June 6, 2011
DR.MAH A LOVING HUSBAND,FATHER,AND FRIEND. WORDS CAN NOT EXPRESS WHAT WE ARE ALL GOING THROUGH. EACH DAY IN THE OFFICE IS HARD KNOWING THAT YOU ARE NOT HERE. THE FIVE MONTHS THAT I SPENT WORKING WITH YOU WAS THE GREATEST. I'M GOING TO MISS YOUR LAUGH, FIXING THE COPY AND FAX MACHINE EVERY 5 MINS. THE SMALL CHIT CHATS AND ALL JUNK FOOD YOU WOULD GIVE US. I'M DEEPLY SADDENED BY THIS. MY CONDOLENCES TO HIS WIFE MARY,HIS CHILDREN MELANIE AND MATTHEW, AND HIS PARENTS. WE WILL NEVER FORGET YOU.
Kenneth Lam
June 6, 2011
I am saddened to hear about his passing.
I always looked forward to our brief chats about SF dining.
My condolences go out to his family, friends and colleagues.
Kathleen C
June 6, 2011
I've been seeing Dr. Mah for about a year almost once a month and he was always the highlight of my day. He truly was my favorite doctor and he will be missed.
He always had a smile on his face and would ask me about the progress of my French classes and would tell me about his children and travels.
My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. We were all blessed to have such a wonderful doctor, friend, father, husband, and son in our lives.
Monique Alonso
June 6, 2011
I was shocked to receive news of Dr. Mah's passing. I had just seen him for a follow up visit and we had our usual friendly exchange about kids, vacations, and life. I had no idea he was ailing in any way; he was always so full of life and high spirits every time I saw him. He was an extremely competent and caring physician in whom I had absolute trust. My deepest condolences to his family for their loss. He will be missed.
E. Wong
June 6, 2011
I am stunned to hear of his passing.
While Dr. Mah wasn't my primary podiatrist, I did see him several times and always remembered his passion and calm demeanor. He truly loved working with patients to resolve their medical needs in a comforting and professional manner.
Not only was he a fine doctor, but he was a great person and his staff always had positive things to say about him.
My condolences go out to his family, friends and colleagues as he rests in peace.
J R
June 5, 2011
I only saw him once as my podiatrist, but I was very impressed with his smarts and pleasant personality. A fine doctor who advocated conservative treatment. I am so sorry to read this news
Linda Mah Snyder
June 5, 2011
I am so saddened with this news.I will always remember our adventures growing up in the Imperial Valley – what fun we had! My condolences to the entire family.
Melanie Mah
June 5, 2011
Words cannot express the love we all have for you and your beautiful soul. You were a generous, brilliant, selfless, and caring human being, and as my dear brother stated, a best friend to many. Thank you for taking us around the world, for the many exquisite meals you treated us to, for your infectious laugh, and for believing in us every second of every day. Your passion for your work, your life, and family is beyond admirable, and I aspire to be half the person you were. We were all lucky to have you in our lives. I will love you forever. I will always be your little girl.
Mayumi Tashiro
June 5, 2011
I was truly saddened to hear about the passing of Melvin. My thoughts are with Mary, Melanie and Matthew during this difficult time.
Matthew
June 5, 2011
Some can only dream of visiting the places we went together and doing the things we did. Whether it was taking us across the globe or always being home at 5 for dinner, you always put our family first. I cherish every minute we spent together and the warmth of all your love. You were the best husband to Mommy, the greatest dad to Melanie and I, but most importantly you are my best friend and I'll always love you.
Caroline Murawski
June 5, 2011
I met Mr Mah in 1980. In Gilroy, CA. I lived on Hastings Place. Where my father passed away on Saturday, May 28, 2011. Right around the corner from Mr Mah. My sister and I used to play with Mr Mah's kids. He will be missed ..
donald mah
June 5, 2011
To my loving brother who will always continue to live on within our hearts and souls. We will never forget you. At peace you will always be.
=donald=
Bill Barham
June 4, 2011
I first met Mel early one morning at the
San Francisco Bay Club. He had just come
in from a long run. I will always remember his wonderful laugh and his
enormous zest for life.
I was deeply saddened to hear of his passing way before his time.
A great human being, husband, father
and son. My sincerest condolences to
his wife Mary, children and parents.
Mary Smith
June 4, 2011
A doctor with the true spirit of healing.
A gentleman who greeted his patients as if they were old friends.
A father who adored his children and wife.
You touched our lives with a gentle hand and spirit.
We will all remember you for a long time
June 4, 2011
Dr. Mah was one of my favorite doctors. Whenever my daughter and I had a problem, we knew he would take care of it, and we would not have to wait to see him. He was kind, polite and reassuring. I will truly miss him. Karen Boylan (San Francisco, CA)
Rod & Deborah Garner
June 4, 2011
Rod & Deborah Garner, patients of Mr. Mah would like to offer his family and friends our deepest sympathy. Dr. Mah treated Rod since the early 1990's and Deborah later on. He was a great physician who was friendly and cared about his patients. We will truly miss him.
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