Dr. Enrique Agorio

Dr. Enrique Francisco Agorio A retired pediatrician, born in Montevideo, Uruguay in 1927, passed away peacefully at his home in San Mateo, California on June 20, 2011, surrounded by his family. Enrique is survived by his devoted wife Inger, his brother Carlos (Christina), his loving children Alvaro (Bridget), Alexander (Ana Maria), Laura, Yvonne and his caring grandchildren Julia, Alvaro, Jr., Nicholas, Otto, Enzo and Justin. Enrique was predeceased by his son Enrique, Jr. Enrique's career as a physician began as a graduate of medicine in Montevideo, Uruguay. He then spent three years at Karolinska Hospital (Children's Clinic) in Stockholm, Sweden, where he did research on congenital heart defects in newborns. He did his pediatric residencies at McGill University Montreal Children's Hospital and the Jewish General Hospital in Montreal, Canada. After completion of his residencies, he held positions at The Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland, as an assistant professor and lecturer; at the same time holding a position at the Baltimore City Head Start program as a pediatric consultant. He did his Master in Public Health at The Johns Hopkins School of Hygiene. In 1969, Enrique and his family moved to Los Angeles where he worked as a pediatrician and acting medical director at the East Los Angeles Child and Youth Clinic, while serving as board member on the Los Angeles County Board of Mental Retardation. In 1973, Enrique and his family moved to Northern California where he began his private practice in San Francisco's Mission District and served the community for over thirty years. He was a staff member at St. Luke's Hospital and Seton Medical Center. Enrique's love, passion and dedication to his profession were always evident in his readiness to serve whoever needed him. Throughout his medical career, Enrique was much loved by his patients and highly respected by his colleagues. Enrique enjoyed traveling, cooking and gardening; was an artist and a voracious reader. He was a fantastic and animated storyteller and always ready for a good joke. Enrique was larger than life; no words can describe what an amazing human being he was, a rare gem. He will be deeply missed by all, but most of all by his family. Enrique, you were the embodiment of love and joy and we will love you forever. Memorial services will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Foundation.