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Peter GOERGEN Obituary

GOERGEN - Peter F. M.D. July 24, 2011; husband of Joan (McArdle) Goergen and the late Elnor (Wangler) Goergen and Mary (Halloran) Goergen; dearest father of Peter (Shannon), Thomas (Anne), Mark (Laurisa), Andrew (Renee), Matthew (Lori) Goergen and Pamela (Robert) Jones; grandfather of Peter IV, Daniel, Allison, Sharon, Andrea, David, Katrina, Vanessa, Brandon, Heather, Alex, Danielle Goergen, Lauren, Michael and Stephen Jones; brother of Mary Anne Sell; predeceased by six brothers and one sister. Friends may call Tuesday and Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the DIETRICH FUNERAL HOME INC., 2480 Kensington Ave., Amherst, NY. Mass of Christian Burial Thursday 9:30 AM from St. Christopher Church, 2660 Niagara Falls Blvd., Tonawanda, NY (please assemble at church). In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Christopher Parish or Kenmore Mercy Hospital Foundation. Online registry www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com

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Published by Buffalo News from Jul. 25 to Jul. 26, 2011.

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Mary "Clare" Goergen

July 31, 2011

To My Cousins - Pete, Tom, Mark, Andy, Matt and Pam and their families,

From the first in the Bob Goergen family to receive stitches from Uncle Pete, I want to say how truly honored I am to have known him. He was a remarkable man and will always be remembered with fondess and much affection. Ahhh, his smile...it always kept us guessing, right? Take care of each other. It does get easier. I love you all.

Joe Oddo

July 29, 2011

I have known Dr. Goergen since the early 1970's @ KMH. His humility prevented him from self-congratulation, but he was an excellent physician who helped many people and an even better human being. My condolences to his family and friends. I hope you find solace in the celebration of his life.

Tom Basinski

July 28, 2011

Dr. Goergen was our family FP and my doc since I was a little kid. I'm not sure what I will miss more - his medical expertise, keen sense of humor or willingness to stitch me up on short notice. I really learned to respect him during my tenure at Jet Drugs where I got to see how his patience and knowledge were of benefit to so many people.

I remember the neighborhood and Parkview Cadets football games with the Goergen boys. It was really good their dad was an MD because they needed him almost as often as I did. I have very fond and warm memories of Dr. Goergen - he and his family were the essence of what made growing up in Parkview in the 60's and 70's memorable. I know he's in a special place right now but that's no surprise - he was a really special guy!

Larry Graybill

July 28, 2011

Dorothy and I extend to the Goergen family our heart felt sympathy at your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Be comforted by the out pouring of genuine gratitude from all who knew him. God bless and help you through this most trying of times.

July 28, 2011

May God grant you comfort as you deal with your loss

Millie Mentzer

July 28, 2011

To all of Pete's family. Pete was the "Best Family Doctor"! He took care of me and my family with the utmost of caring, compassion, patience and medical knowledge. It's so great to see that he left so many to carry on his values!
Millie (Furfari) Mentzer

July 28, 2011

To all of Pete's family. Pete was the "Best Family Doctor"! He took care of me and my family with the utmost of caring, compassion, patience and medical knowledge. It's so great to see that he left so many to carry on his values!
Millie (Furfari) Mentzer

Timothy O'Shei

July 27, 2011

Our condolances to Joan & all Peter's family. It has been an honor to have known & been cherished as friends by Dr. Pete. We will remember his quiet dignified persona that made us all feel welcomed to his family. He met us warmly at chance encounters exiting Wegmans,Buffalo Club, libraries or family Baptisms & graduations. Pete shared his gift of faithful service to all with his belief that it is God's plan each follows. We loved his spontaneity in family history, train collections, photography,& love of life & family. We have many wonderful memories of laughter, love and good times together.God bless you all, we know with Pete's great faith, he is with Our Lord Jesus and Blessed Mother Mary. So sorry we could not attend his services, but keep all in our prayers. Love to all. Mary &Tim O'Shei

July 27, 2011

Dear Cousins,
I am sorry I could not attend, but know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Your dad was one of my favorite uncles and he will always have a special place in my heart. May you be a comfort to each other and find peace in the joyful memories.
Much love,
Gretchen

Dr.Salvator La Mastra

July 27, 2011

Dear Joan and all the Goergen family,
It was so nice to see all of you yesterday,I only wish it were under happier circumstances.
At one time ,in all your lives ,I was your Dentist because I was also Peter's good friend. We both were students at UB during the same time and "pioneers to the Ellicott Creek area in 1957,and we enjoyed many good times back then.I am sure we will all miss him.
As Peter called me" Sam LaMastra"

Gary & Annette Hubbard

July 27, 2011

Andy and the Goergen Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Marilyn Akers

July 27, 2011

Tom,

My condolences to you and your family. You are in my prayers.

Marilyn Akers

Colleen Kendzierski

July 27, 2011

To the Goergen family: Thank you for sharing Dr. Goergen with the world! He was truly one of a kind, a genuinely nice, caring, compassionate, generous man, loved by all! We here at Oxy have nothing but fond memories of his time with us. God bless you all, and may he rest in peace.

Darcy (Rey) Brindle

July 26, 2011

You just can't find doctors like Dr. Georgen anymore. A doctor who sincerely cared about you and would sit there and chat with you . My parents (Francis and Lois Rey) picked a good one ! I was lucky enough to have him and I was thrilled he was able to take care of my 1st born son for a few years before he retired. My condolences to the whole family.

July 26, 2011

Pete--So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tom and Terry Eckl
Gahanna, Ohio

July 26, 2011

John and I send our heartfelt condolences to the entire Goergen family. May fond memories comfort you in the difficult weeks and months ahead. I'm so glad Andrea and David had the opportunity to grow up having their paternal grandfather in their lives. Mark Risa and family you are in our thoughts and prayers always
much love to you all,
John and Debbi Hempe

July 26, 2011

I remember Dr. Goergen From KMH. He was always caring whether he was with patients, their families or co workers. I enjoyed working with him - he was a great example of what a physician should be.

Jim Zimmer

July 26, 2011

Joan,
My deepest sympathies to you and the Goergen family.
I am very sorry for your loss.

Andy Spence

July 26, 2011

Dr. Goergen was such an institution in Parkview - and a great neighbor. He will never be forgotten. Condolences to the entire Goergen family.

Chip Mussen

July 26, 2011

Mark - My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family during this difficult time.

Bill Chapin

July 26, 2011

Peter,
So sorry to hear about your loss.
My deepest sympathies to you and your family.

Dan Greer

July 26, 2011

Peter and Shannon,

Prayers and sympathy for you and your family at this time.

- Dan Greer

Sharon and Joe Bassarab

July 25, 2011

Our prayers are with all of the families. We knew Pete by my daughter, Risa's marriage to Mark, and we spent many wonderful times together over the years. Pete was a wonderful man with a great sense of humor and quick smile.

Linda (Smith) Parisi

July 25, 2011

There was not a person in Parkview who did not know and respect Dr. Goergen. Such a wonderful man.
My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Me at 56 years old.

Michael Uschold

July 25, 2011

I always knew him as Dr. Goergen, my childhood doctor for probably 22 years. Wonderful man, good heart, good doctor. Regards to Thomas - whom I think of from time to time. He was in my class.

Michael Uschold

Terri Colson

July 25, 2011

DearJoan, Peter, Mark, Tom, Andy, Matt and Pam,
Your husband and dad was a great guy, an excellant doctor and a wonderful friend. I, and my family, are proud to have known him and to have had him in our lives for so many years.
My prayers are with all of you at this time.
Love
Terri Colson

Larry & Jolene Goodberry

July 25, 2011

Drew & Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

PAUL J LOREE, MD

July 25, 2011

I had the great pleasure of working with Peter at Kenmore Mercy Hospital and had the honor of treating him and his family during the years I practiced ophthalmology in Kenmore/Tonawanda. His wonderful sense of humor and humanity will always be remembered
My sincere sympathy to his family
Paul J Loree, MD FACS

Joan Baker

July 25, 2011

Pam and Bob,
So sorry for your loss. Deepest sympathy, and if you need anything please let Maria and I know.

Joan and Maria

July 25, 2011

Andrew, Matthew, Pamela,
Prayers of sympathy for you at this most difficult time.
K.Turner - former teacher St. Christopher's School

Donna Gorney

July 25, 2011

Pete and Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Steve McAteer

July 25, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Kathie Williamson

July 25, 2011

Uncle Pete was a very special man. He will be remembered for his love of life and boundless energy. I was priviledged to be Aunt Elnor's "mother's helper" and babysitter to all my Goergen cousins.
I will treasure all the memories of the vacations we spent with the Goergens at Alleghany and the Adirondacks. Our prayers will be with Peter, Tom, Mark, Andy, Matt, and Pam (and their families)
lOVE
Kathie & Jim Williamson

Jim Adams

July 25, 2011

I am saddened by your loss and send my most sincere condolences and prayers to you and your family. May God keep you all close to his heart and bless your famiy.

Debbie & Bernie Meyer

July 25, 2011

Pam, Bob, and Family,

So sorry to hear of your father's passing. Our deepest sympathy.

Rick Acker

July 25, 2011

Bob & Pam,

I am sorry to hear of your loss. My most sincere prayers are with you and your family.

Mike & Dina Frost

July 25, 2011

You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Uncle Pete was a great man and will be missed.

Diane Wiertel-Malkiewicz

July 25, 2011

My sympathies to the Goergen family. I remember your Dad as my cousin MaryJane's husband. He passed on a great legacy...his children!!

Jackie Beitz Hirtreiter

July 25, 2011

My condolences to the Goergen family. Dr. Goergen made many a house call to our home when I was growing up in Green Acres North. May he rest in peace.

Marilyn Roberts

July 25, 2011

I was saddened by the news of Dr. Pete's passing. He was a wonderful doctor!! A great friend. He will be missed by so many. May he rest in peace after being there for everyone.
My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

Marilyn Roberts

Kathy Goff

July 25, 2011

Dr Goergen was my families doctor for many many years. He was such a wonderful, compassionate, man and terrific doctor. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

Kathleen

July 25, 2011

Dr. Goergen cared for both of my parents; he was the most caring and wonderful doctor and friend that anyone could have asked for. He was a gift from God to all his patients.

Kellie Broccolo

July 25, 2011

My condolences to Mr. Goergen's family. You are in my prayers.

Nancy Skill

July 25, 2011

I was one of Dr. Goergen's first patients, babysat for his children and during college worked in the office. He was not only a wonderful doctor he was a great friend to my family. He will be missed by 1,000's of patients and friends. Nancy Miller Skill

Frank Enzinna

July 25, 2011

Pete,

Great guy, great friend, a great doctor. Thank you and the Lord for the great memories. God bless you and your family and may He sustain you in this loss.

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