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Katina Papademetriou
May 26, 2021
AIONIA MNIMI
October 5, 2012
In memory of James Alex I light this candle...for you to be the guide and strength from above to your family. Be strong and supportive especially for your mother, brother, sister-in-law and the girls. They are your strongest supporters here on Earth. Rest in Peace
Maria Gountzounis
October 5, 2012
Dear Alex Family,
I am saddened and very shocked to hear about Jim Alex's sudden passing. He was a great person both inside and out. He had a great love for life, saving lives and sharing himself.
He truely has a very special place in my heart forever.
He truely loved his mother Virgina brother George his wife Marlena and especially the girls. He always talked about his beautiful nieces. He went to cheer the girls on at their soccer games and their school performances. He had a big heart for everyone.
He was a great Doctor and I was very proud of him.
I am really glad that I got to know such a great person......he will be greatly missed. Always in my heart
Maria Gountzounis
Jose Barrera
June 20, 2012
Dear Alex Family,
James will be deeply missed by all who served with him in the U.S. Air Force. He was an encouragement to me as a medical student and later in my career. He has had a positive influence on many lives making the world a better place for us all.
June 13, 2012
Jim was a kind and thoughtful man, and a good friend to many, who I had not seen in several years. I'm saddened by his loss. Gerry Leone, PAA 1981
Leon Collins
June 12, 2012
I am so saddened by the passing of my classmate. Jim Alex was not only my friend long ago, he was also one of the finest I met at Andover.
May he rest in peace.
Debra Gonzalez, MD
June 9, 2012
I am still in shock that my dear friend Jim Alex is gone. When I saw him in San Francisco at our annual society meeting in September, he was full of life and plans, and so proud of his new surgical facility in Weston. I was proud of him too!
Jim and I worked closely together as residents in Vermont: he was one year junior to me in the program. During those years we shared the common goal of patient care, many hours together on the ward and in the operating room, and many belly-laughs. During those years we worked hard, and also played some on the ski slopes and on the dance floor. Jim was a great dancer!
I remember Jim as a gifted scholar who pioneered a new, and now widely accepted, technique of lymph node mapping in cancer patients. He was also a gifted technician in the operating room: when he worked there were no wasted movements. I have no doubt that Jim's patients benefited greatly from his significant gifts as a surgeon and physician. I also remember Jim as a devoted son and family man. Even though I only had one occasion to meet his mom, Virginia, and his brother George, I feel as though I have gotten to know them both over the years. Jim and I didn't have a conversation where he didn't share reports of the most important people in his life.
My heart goes out to Jim's family during this very sad time. Jim was like a brother to me, and he will be greatly missed.
Arlene & Phil Porter
June 8, 2012
I am saddened for the family and friends of Dr. Alex. You are experiencing a great loss and we are all sharing in your loss.I have read all of the messages in the guest book for Dr. James C. Alex.
I only had the opportunity of meeting Dr. Alex because of the Life Style Lift procedure he performed on me in January of this year. After a lot of research & prayer, we met with Dr. Alex before the procedure, to make our decision. After meeting with him it was easy to say "Yes". All of the character traits mentioned by those who know him, worked with him, and love him shone through during our first meeting. He didn't hide his "light under a bushel" and so many people have been blessed because of that. With our sincere sympathy.
Jim Shulman
June 7, 2012
Mrs. Alex, George and family:
I was shocked and saddened to learn from my friend George Alex this evening of Jim's untimely death. It was my good fortune and pleasure to have worked with Jim and gotten to know him over the past several years. I remember fondly the many meetings and dinners that I spent with Virginia, George and Jim. "To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die". Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Fatima Porter-EL
June 7, 2012
I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Alex during his 1996-1997 fellowship. He was truly a pleasant fellow. My prayers go out to the family.
John Frodel, MD
June 6, 2012
I had the great fortune of knowing Jim through the AAFPRS. I always thought the world of him: he was pleasant and humble at all times. This is a great loss and we will miss him dearly.
Minas Constantinides
June 6, 2012
Jim was a good friend. Being fellow Greeks was just the beginning of what brought us together. He was a wonderful educator and researcher while at Yale. When he finally made it back to his home grounds he struggled at first, but then persevered. I know he was very excited about his new office that he recently opened. He was a true gentleman, wonderful and reliable colleague, and above all else a great friend.
Cynthia Greywolf
June 6, 2012
Dear Dr. Alex family. I had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Alex a little over a year ago. He was so kind and compassionate. He could connect with everyone so easily. I am saddened by the loss of such a talented, warm and loving man. I will always remember him. He touched my life and I will never forget the time and attention he gave me as a patient. I want to express my condolences to everyone who knew and loved him.
Dixie Richards
June 5, 2012
I worked with Jim at Lifestyle Lift for several years. At first we were co-workers, but very quickly we found that there was a terrific friendship developing. I will never forget the long discussions we would have about everything and sometimes about nothing. Sometimes about work, but mostly about life. He gave really useful advice and it always came from a loving place with the best intentions. He was a person I respected more than almost anybody I had ever met before and someone that I trusted completely. However, the thing I will remember and miss the most about Jim, is by far, his contagious smile and beautiful sense of humor. Sleep peacefully my friend. xoxo
Stephen Duffy
June 5, 2012
Dear Mrs. Alex and Family,
On behalf of the Board of Directors and the members of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery , I want to extend our most sincere condolences for your loss. Jim was a valued member, always enthusiastic and a generous supporter of our Foundation causes. He will be missed.
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
With warm regards,
Stephen C. Duffy
EVP/CEO
Stephen Duffy
June 5, 2012
Dear Mrs. Alex and Family,
On behalf of the Board of Directors and the members of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery , I want to extend our most sincere condolences for your loss. Jim was a valued member, always enthusiastic and a generous supporter of our Foundation causes. He will be missed.
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
With warm regards,
Stephen C. Duffy
EVP/CEO
Matt Mulvey
June 5, 2012
Dear George and Family.
My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.
Matt Mulvey
Tony Arden
June 4, 2012
To the Alex Family-
My condolences to you. I was lucky enough to have the doctor both as a doctor and a friend. Though I didn't know him long, he will be sorely missed.
June 4, 2012
Dear Alex Family,
I met James at the Lahey Clinic in Burlington, MA. He was charming, funny, open, loving, and perceptive. He will be greatly missed by all who were fortunate enough to know and love him.
Sincerely
Allison Jackson
June 4, 2012
Dear Alex Family,
I had met Jim on our visit to Constaninople in 1998 and got to know Jim well. We continued our friendship over the YAL years. I have such fond memories of Jim and his memory will forever dance in my heart!! Irene Kehayas Drakopoulos
Dimitri Cotelidis
June 4, 2012
I was lucky enough to have meet Jim back in the 90's when he would attend YAL events and Hellenic Times dinner dance. Over the course of few years I got to know him and enjoyed his company very much. Always had a smile and you could tell he really cared about others. It seems our Lord needed some work done after all these centuries and called home the very best to do that work. Jim will be solely missed but not only his family but by the lives he touched in so many ways. May his Memory be eternal, rest in peace.
Peggy Surface
June 4, 2012
Dear Alex Family,
I am from New Haven, CT and I was Jim's friend when he worked at Yale. He was such a great man, and I am very honored to have met him. My deepest sympathy goes out to his family and dear friends. I will never forget him. He was such a wonderful person. He will be missed by many.
-Peggy Surface
Noreen Stockman
June 4, 2012
Dear Alex Family,
We at the Town Hall got to know Dr. Alex as he transformed the Historic property for his office. Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of such an exceptional individual.
Noreen Stockman
Shelley Matthews
June 4, 2012
Dear Alex Family,
I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Alex for 3 years. He was a kind soul that always had a sympathetic ear. I enjoyed his stories and political "conversations". He always made me laugh and kept me on my toes. He was his own person and never let anyone sway him from his views but was always willing to listen to your thoughts. He was always late, but ever so talented which made it okay! He never ceased to amaze me with his surgical abilities and how he made it look so effortless! He took his time with his patients and was diligent in his passion for all he did! He loved his family so very much and talked about you ALL the time! I am so very sorry for your loss. He is loved by many and will forever be in our hearts!
Julie and Nick Sakellariadis
June 4, 2012
Dear George and Marlena, We especially remember Jim coming to our Christmas party with you and taking care of a child who was hurt. His quiet demeanor, calm command, and confident skills worked instantly, and we saw a glimpse of Jim's special magic. Our hearts go out to you and your family at this great loss. May his memory be eternal. With Love, The Sakellariadis Family
Costa and Katina
June 3, 2012
Costa and I both met Jim for the first time in July 1993 leaving the Atlanta airport to attend the YAL conference. The wheels on my suitcase just broke as I stood wondering how I would carry this heavy suitcase. All of a sudden, the suitcase was lifted by the handle and Jim said, "I got it". The 3 of us walked and all became friends from that moment on. We got a chance to see Jim many times through the years as he would come to NYC for the Hellenic Times Scholarship Gala, held annually in May. Costa and I will miss him a great deal and will always remember how we met him in Atlanta. That was how Jim was; always caring and so thoughtful of others. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Ted Liamos
June 3, 2012
I've know Jim since his residency days in Vermont. I still can't believe he's gone. Every time I headed to Boston I'd call Jim and bring him to a hockey or baseball game, where we would catch up on each of our lives. Heading to Boston will never be the same for me. He was a great friend, that will be dearly missed.
Allexa I.
June 3, 2012
I am devastated by the loss of such a brilliant, influential, one of a kind man. He has impacted my life, along with many others. He was the most compassionate, skillful and dedicated doctor, and such a profound person. I am honored to have met him, and will miss him dearly. Dr. Alex will be in my heart forever.
Debby Belt
June 3, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss -My thoughts and prayers are with you
Donna Landry
June 3, 2012
It was an honor and pleasure to work with Jim along with my dear friends, Katherine Brewer and Dixie Richards. He was a kind, soulful and compassionate man. I pray for his family and friends left behind by his untimely passing.
Jennie & Steve Wilkinson
June 3, 2012
We are deeply saddened to learn of the loss of cousin Jim. You are in our thoughts.
Kristin Chaves
June 3, 2012
Dear Alex Family, It has been an honor to work with Dr. Alex and to have him as my mentor. I am forever blessed to have known such a talented, humble, and compassionate human-being.
Boston Pops 2006
Susan Strachan
June 3, 2012
Jim was my "BMF" (best male friend) who was supportive, caring, honest & loyal. He was an energetic life learner, scholar, kind spirited, soulful gentleman. I was so blessed to have know him for the past 12 years as he touched so many people's lives. He made this world beatutiful both with his presence & surgical talents.
He will always have a special place in my heart as I will continue our tradional March bday celebrations in his memory.
I'll miss him forever... RIP my sweet dear friend xoxo SAS
Patrick Thebado
June 2, 2012
To the Alex Family:
Jim was the second person I met on the first day at Roxbury Latin back in 1974. He greeted me with the smile and friendly demeanor that obviously carried forward throughout his life and was fortunately experienced by many, many people. He was a great friend during those six years, and I have numerous fond memories of my association with him. You and he are in my thoughts and prayers. It is also obvious that Dr. Alex had a positive impact on many others, not only for his professional skills, but also for the humanity he brought to the distribution of those gifts. May you be comforted by the memories of a truly good and decent man.
Eric James
June 2, 2012
Dr.Alex was a first rate individual and surgeon who made me look 10 years younger. He always treated me with great kindness and respect. We always joked about having two first names.You will be missed sir.
Eric James ( Acushnet, Ma.)
Rev. Peter Orfanakos and Family
June 2, 2012
Dear Family of Dr. Alex,
Our beloved brother in Christ, Jim, is truly missed, and his smile remains unchanged in our hearts. Dr. Alex - Jim - added so much to the community of Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church during the time he attended services at the church, while he lived in CT. He always wanted to be part of all things that lifted up the body of the church. His willingness to step in and help out at our festival and throughout the many organizations at our church were an example of his love for the brotherhood of man. He always shared his kindness and compassion in his calling as a physician as well as in his personhood. His ability to play piano and bring a note of joy, his words, a smile, a laugh, or a moment of compassionate care are all ways we will remember him. He took the time for others. His life blessed those who knew him and will continue to inspire us throughout time. May his memory be eternal.
Anastasia Koniaris
June 2, 2012
Dear Jim,
It feels like yesterday when I first met You, while you were serving on a research discussion panel for the New England Hellenic Medical and Dental Society. But in truth that wasn't yesterday, that was ten years ago, back in 2002. Since then, for the past decade, we served on the NEHMDS board together, and You were always the person with pioneering ideas and high energy, the voice of kindness and understanding and fairness, a physician-surgeon with ideals and goals and talents formulated under the influences of the highest Greek traditions. I am thinking back on some of the NEHMDS board meetings which we both attended - often at local Greek restaurants - especially the more productive meetings - it's impossible to imagine not hearing your voice at those meetings any longer. I will miss you profoundly. I wish to send my heartfelt condolences to Your Family. Anastasia Koniaris
Katie Alex
June 2, 2012
In fond remembrance of a cousin whose good works touched so many lives. My deepest sympathies.
Tracy Bellefeuille
June 2, 2012
Dr. Alex was such an amazing man, he had so much love and respect for others never thinking of himself, he was always there for me listening and giving me advice, he was someone I looked up to, someone who encouraged me to go for my dreams and to never settle for less. I feel so blessed to have had the pleasure to work with and to get to know him. All of his family, staff, friends, and clients who loved and cared for him will miss him dearly. He is with god now and in a better place. May he rest in peace in heaven and maybe one day we will all get to see him again. My deepest sympathy goes out to his family and staff. May he rest in peace.
Mimi Woodman
June 2, 2012
I will always be grateful to have known Dr. Alex. He left the world a better place than when he found it. He was extraordinarily kind. My prayers are with the Alex family, his colleagues and friends, in your time of sorrow. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy.
June 2, 2012
ginny and chris,
a wonderful nephew, a wonderful person.
we are so sorry for your loss.
bill and emily.
Sara Ashley Locke
June 2, 2012
Dear Alex Family,
Dr. Alex was the kindest man I have ever met. I am forever touched my his memory.
Evie & Dean Kalousis
June 2, 2012
Our deepest sympathies to the family of Dr. James Alex for your loss. Remembering Dr. Alex when he participated in the Annunciation Talent Show in New York and sang his heart out. He will be greatly missed. May his memory be eternal!
David and Nancy Locke
June 2, 2012
To the Alex Family - Words cannot express our deep sorrow for your loss. Jim meant alot to our family and we were so blessed to have had known him. He was a wonderful doctor, friend and family man who will be greatly missed by all. We will never forget him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. The Locke Family
Suzanne Hanks
June 2, 2012
I was very fortunate to have had Dr. Alex as my physician way back during his Yale days over 12 years ago. He performed two surgeries to help me put my life and body back together. While under his care I had the priviledge to get to know him personally and was honored to call him my friend. His incredible smile, hugs of encouragement and huge heart will never be forgotten. He was truly a blessing to all who knew him. My deepest sympathy goes out to his family which he was so very proud of. Since his move back to MA our conversations were not as frequent, but we would pick up as old friends do without skipping a beat. I always enjoyed hearing about the family updates which he included in every conversation. Just as the star I had named for you, you will always be a shining light to me and never forgotten.Rest in peace Jim!
June 2, 2012
Jim you are in my thoughts.
Dick Borghi
Joseph Kinderman
June 2, 2012
I have been doing some landscape work for Dr. Alex at his office, and for his mother, Mrs. Alex. I will deeply miss him. -Joseph Kinderman
Elizabeth Economou
June 2, 2012
May his memory be eternal, and may our gracious Lord grant him rest.
Milton da Silva
June 2, 2012
My most sincere condolences to Dr. Alex's family.What a loss.
Grayson Moore
June 2, 2012
Jim, I was so blessed to have known you. You were a shining example of how to be a good, kind and generous member of the human family. I will so miss dancing and laughing with you.
Raffi Der Sarkissian, MD
June 2, 2012
To the family of an esteemed colleague and friend. Jim never ceased to amaze us with his skill and knowledge in his chosen field. Always a pleasure being with him and sharing ideas about plastic surgery, social matters and life in general. We will miss him and are very sorry for your loss.
Rita Chaves
June 2, 2012
I had the opportunity to meet and work briefly with Dr Alex. He was a gifted surgeon and teacher, a kind, caring and respectful man. Dr Alex you touched so many including myself. I as well as coutless others will miss you dearly. Our hearts are breaking.
Alec Stern
June 2, 2012
Dr. Jim, my dear friend... The world will skip a beat without you. We'll always remember your smile, wit, sense of humor, knowledge, open heart, generosity, care and friendship, not to mention your Fred Astaire smooth moves across the dance floor. Miss you buddy! RIP...
Kristen Howard
June 2, 2012
I was given the blessing of meeting Dr Alex a year ago when we started working together and it is an honor to have been able to call him a friend. He was one of the kindest souls I have ever met in my entire life and it breaks my heart that he was taken from us. He always had good things to say about everyone, he was a gentle man, hard-working, talented & brilliant,.. A family man who spoke so highly and lovingly about his mother, brother and nieces,.. Caring and compassionate, honest and loyal, dedicated and warm hearted. I will miss you tremendously Dr Alex, and I thank you for blessing my life this past year. I truly thank you for your wisdom and support, your guidance and advice, your friendship. I will never forget you, Rest in Paradise.
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