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Dr. Namassivaya "Nama" Doddi

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University of Pennsylvania

Namassivaya Doddi Obituary

61, died February 16, 2006 in the comfort of his own home. He was loving husband of Lidia Doddi. Devoted father to Rajesh, Shirmila, and Cecilia all of Southborough; younger brother of Kanna Rao. He battled for two and a half years with pancreatic cancer and after his lifetime goal of uniting his family in his native country he finally passed on. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to PanCan by visiting www.pancan.org. Memorial Services to follow in 2-3 weeks and info will be published at a later date. Arrangements by Morris Funeral Home, SOUTHBOROUGH.

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Published by Boston Globe on Feb. 18, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Namassivaya Doddi

16 Entries

Vikram Gopi

March 4, 2006

Nama uncle has been very close to our family thru his brother, Kanna Rao uncle, ever since we knew him from my childhood days. He is not only well known for his academic and research based accomplishments in the US, but also known as a role model for many aspirants like myself, to provide the encouragement and enthusiasm to succeed. As I remember from my good olden days, my mom and dad used to bring his name and his family during conversations as an example, along with Prabhakar (Rao uncle) and family who live in New Orleans and narrate their success stories to inspire me to work harder and achieve success in life.

Nama has been very generous throughout his life, passing his love and wealth to the dearest ones in need. His lovable gifts changed hands between all his relatives, young and old in India and made every possible moment enjoyable for most of us. His passion, intelligence and sense of humor are enormous. We had the opportunity to spend some time with him during these recent years, and we will treasure those magical moments in the deepest of our hearts. I admire his attitude towards life and care for the future. His adaptability to learn new things all the time, from writing down appointments on a notebook to managing a wireless home network amazes me all the time. His personality and his achievements are admired by many people here in the US, as well as in India.

Nama has shown us what success is and paved the way for a brighter tomorrow by being a very responsible and lovable Husband, Dad, Friend and a Guide. We will remember his leadership abilities to encourage us to succeed in life and will show it with our actions in the future. I am sure that he is in a better place and in peace, overlooking upon us with his grace, and his blessings would make us even stronger and safer.

Lidia, Ceci, Mila and Rajee we are sorry for the loss, but please remember that our thoughts are there with you all....always.

Jack Clifford

March 4, 2006

I have known Nama for so many years, he worked with me at several companies as we both sought to find the company where we could make a difference. Nama always made a difference. I have used Nama as an example of an ideal head of Research - knowledgeable, sensitve to the customer and always thinking of an answer not for himself but for the company and his family.

I have wonderful thoughts of Nama and his family at Ethicon, Iolab, Lukens, Davis and Geck and Orthofix. I do not know if I helped him by having him at these companies but I know he helped me. I only wish that I could have helped him make millions at one of the companies. He was a true gentleman and loving father and husband and I will miss him. Jack

Carl Fricke

February 27, 2006

Dear Lidia, Ceci, Mila and Raj,

In reflecting upon Nama's life, I feel honored to have known your husband and father these past twenty nine years. We were both close friends as well as collegues in healthcare product development.

We started out in 1977 at ETHICON, a Johnson & Johnson Company, as entry level project team associates. Thanks to Nama's great intellect and communication skills, over the years we worked together with surgeons in the USA, Taiwan, and the Philippines. As a distinguished scientist, patent holder and recipient of the Johnson Medal; the highest research award within Johnson & Johnson, Nama was welcomed wherever he traveled. His understanding of applied polymer chemistry made him particularly skilled to work with surgeons in wound closure, orthopedics, and ophthalmology.

Nama made great contributions to wound closure innovation and professional education worldwide. A published researcher, Nama was respected for his integrity and leadership. He was welcomed in multiple disciplines of healthcare.

Nama has been extended family to me from the day I stood up with him to became a U.S. citizen in Morristown, New Jersey. You have all been extended family to me over the years from his marriage to Lidia in my parent's California garden to our Northeast visits. I will treasure the 2005 summer photo of Nama on the tennis court at Copper Hill Country Club in Flemington, NJ where we played so many great matches.

Kathy and I, along with the entire family of Eleanor and Carl Fricke Jr., extend our deepest sympathy and support to you all.

With love and affection,

Carl H. Fricke, III

17 Fox Grape Rd.

Flemington, NJ 08822

Alan Levy

February 27, 2006

Lidia, Sharon and I were deeply saddened to learn of Nama's death. Nama worked for me for many years and I always considered him a good friend, an excellent scientist, and a valued colleague.

Nama joined ETHICON as a research scientist and during his time there made many important contributions to our programs and to the advancement of wound closure products. He was bright, hard-working and pragmatic. He was respected and admired by his co-workers and management. He welcomed challenges and was a consistent contributor. Nama was recognized for his creativity, the quality of his work and his integrity. He was being given increased responsibility at ETHICON when he left.

I followed his career for several years after he left by speaking with Nama and in conversations with several of his co-workers. It was clear that he continued to gain increasing responsibility and his talent, work ethic and contributions continued to be highly valued wherever he went.

As said, in addition to being a valued colleague he was also a good friend. He had broad interests, with a particular passion and talent for tennis. Most important to him was his family--both his family in India and his wife and children in America. He recognized the sacrifices that his Indian family had made for him and lovingly made similar sacrifices for his children. He was very proud of his family and loved them all very much.

Nama was an excellent scientist and made important contributions to health care. In addition he was a good friend, wonderful son, husband and father and a special human being.

Please extend my deepest sympathy to Nama's family.

Alan Levy

Bob Morrison

February 27, 2006

Dear Lidia and family,

Although I did not have the opportunity to spend time with Nama in person other than during our wonderful dinner several months ago, we spent many hours together on the telephone as he wisely and graciously helped guide the Incappe venture. Nama was quite a man, and we will sorely miss him.

Robert Vetrecin

February 27, 2006

Dear Lidia and Family,

I would like to extend my condolences to you and your family on the loss of Nama. He and I worked together at Ethicon for many years. You should be proud that during his life he developed an absorbable suture, PDS. It may seem trite, but that suture is used in pediatric heart surgery and has likely contributed to babies living today that might not have.

George Jessup

February 26, 2006

Glenda and I were saddened to hear of Nama's death. I met Nama after he came to American Cyanamid from Ethicon and worked closely with him prior to our return to Australia. I had a high regard for him professionally and personally. I know Glenda plans on keeping contact with you Lidia.

Pallaiah Thammana

February 24, 2006

Lidia,

Hearty condolences on Nama's passing. I know with your strength and courage, you and your kids took such good care of him and took a trip out to India in December. Please think of all good times you had with Nama. We are all saddened by the loss of Nama. Our thoughts are always with you, Ceci, Meela and Raji.

I have known Nama since 1963, that was before man landed on the moon. It was that long ago! He is like family and his passing is a personal loss for me.

Mariya Brown

February 23, 2006

Dear Lidia and family,

We are devastated to hear of Nama's death.

Abrazzos y lagrimas,

Mariya, Mike and family

John Ragazzo

February 23, 2006

Dear Lidia:

I was saddened to hear that Nama had passed. I remember him fondly from our days at Ethicon over 25 years ago.

I believe that when we leave our bodies we are with GOD. He is in a much better place and you and your family we see him again.

Kathy Culley

February 22, 2006

Dear Lydia,
We left for CA on Thursday afternoon just as I heard about Nama's passing. I know this has been a tough time for you and the family, but Nama is in a better place. Your family is a testament to your love for one another and the wonderful children you raised together. We will always be there for you. I have such great memories. I'll call you tomorrow.

SUBASH AND SUE KOLLURU

February 22, 2006

We are privileged to have had Nama cross our paths, and we can say we are better human beings for it. Lidia and Kids we are so sorry for your loss and we will miss him dearly.

Phil Hopper

February 21, 2006

Our deepest sympathies on your loss. We were saddened to hear the news and remember so many good times over the years of Nama's efforts in improving the quality of life for others.

Dan and Elise Bradley

February 18, 2006

Cecci, Mike called to tell us your father had passed away. We are so sorry for you family's loss. Our prayers are with you and your family. Your father was in inspiration to Mike and everyone who ever got to know him.

Dan and Elise Bradley

Robin Capoor

February 17, 2006

Dear Lidia,

I got your telephone message this afternoon when I returned from school. I was so sorry to hear of Nama's passing. Please let me know when the memorial service is scheduled.

With all my love and prayer,

Robin

The Staff of Morris Funeral Home

February 17, 2006

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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