HEIKE ROLLE DAYA M.D.

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HEIKE DAYA Obituary

DAYA, Heike Rolle M.D. Age 77, an endeared pediatrician and resident of Stoneham for more than 40 years, died following a courageous battle with cancer on July 3, 2020. Born in Germany and raised in South Africa, Heike immigrated to the U.S. in 1969 and was very proud to be an "International American." Heike completed her residency at Boston Children's Hospital and was a respected pediatrician in private practice at her office in Stoneham from 1976-2013. She cared for many children in Stoneham and the surrounding communities, and was thrilled when her patients grew up and brought their own children back to see her. She was an avid gardener and loved the outdoors, especially bird watching and walking in the woods of Whip Hill and the Fells. She also enjoyed singing with the Stoneham Community Chorale. She is survived by her husband Manilal Daya and her beloved daughter, Joanie Daya-Daly, M.D., son-in-law Kevin Daly, M.D. and grandchildren, Connor, Owen, & Aidan of Needham, as well as her family overseas and many dear friends. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, a Memorial Gathering will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be sent to the Stoneham Public Library, Massachusetts Audubon Society, or the Dana Farber Cancer Institute. andersonbryantfuneralhome.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Jul. 4 to Jul. 5, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for HEIKE DAYA

10 Entries

Susan Cinella

November 23, 2023

I am so sad to see that Dr RolleDaya has died. She was my children’s pediatrician for years! She was so good, so caring. No knew what was needed to help each child. She also was kind and caring to the parents offering hugs, suggestions and support emotionally if we needed it.
A couple of years ago, I was so happy to stop and visit with her outside her home while she was gardening! It was wonderful to see her and fill her in on my family! She remembered their names ! God bless her and her family

Katherine Coughlin

August 22, 2021

Joanie so sorry to hear about your mom. My mother worked for yrs ( Marie Bohling) and I took my 2 children to her until they aged out. Your mom was a wonderful person. And I remember all your art work in the office that you had done over the years. My prayers are with you and your family. Kathy Coughlin

Alicen Savary

July 23, 2020

I worked with Dr. Rolle-Daya at New England Memorial Hospital when I was a Labor and Delivery nurse there during the 80s/90s. She was always so clinically competent and lovely to all her new babies and their families. I was very sad to read about her recent passing. My deep condolences to all her family. The superb care she gave so many children is such a wonderful legacy.

Freda Patel

July 12, 2020

My dear Heike, I will miss you my dear friend. Rest in peace. I will always love you for your warmth and kindness. Those were the days my friend, we thought they would never end!!

Margie Cossette

July 9, 2020

Heike was a dear friend and employer in the 90's. We met while I trained her in Girl Scouts. She was a wonderful Pediatrician, going above and beyond for all her patients. I will miss her dearly.

John Anastas

July 8, 2020

Dr. You were our sons pediatrician back in 1977 he was a premature birth and all through his time with him you always referred to John Jr. as one of your pettit ones ! In 1984 we were vacationing on the cape Jr. became very I'll and Mary and I urged the the pediatric on call to speak with you and you diagnosed 5 the disease and prescribed his meds and treatment over the phone ! When well enough to travel we came to you straight away ! You saved his life .
My Heart felt condolences to your daughter . I remember her playing in the Stoneham High School Band when Jr. was playing football ! Mary and I loved you and will miss you dearly. Rest in Peace ! Dr. Amen

Janet & John French

July 7, 2020

Dr. Rolle Daya cared for our 3 children with compassion, humor, expertise and humility, often reminding us that the human body is a carefully crafted miracle when we came into her office for check ups. All the best, was Heikes closing thought accompanied by a smile. We all felt welcomed and safe under her care. Janet & John French

Annmarie Gill

July 6, 2020

We will remember Heike as a great nature enthusiast and an inspiration for all of us.
She was a great neighbor who shared her plants with us. They will live on in her memory.
Annmarie and Brian

Lyne(Marie)

July 6, 2020

Joanie,
I am sorry to hear of your Moms passing.
I have many fond memories of Heike- us playing, hiding in and behind the bushes while your mom was busy tending to the backyard and gardening.
I know we havent spoken in many, many years but please accept my heartfelt condolences.

Joel Bleier

July 5, 2020

May her memory be a blessing, from a medical colleague who knew the great respect Heike had from both her patients and fellow physicians.

Joel Bleier, MD

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