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Isaac Hargett Obituary
Hargett M.D.
Evansville, Ind.
Isaac R. Hargett M.D., 77, of Evansville, Ind., passed away Tuesday, July 30, 2013, at his residence, surrounded by his family.
Born in Maysville, Ky., the son of Edythe Louise (Reynolds) and Newell Marmaduke Hargett, Dr. Hargett attended Villanova University graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. He continued his education at Georgetown University Medical School where he graduated Cum Laude A.O.A. (Honor Medical Society) in 1961. Dr. Hargett interned at the University of Minnesota Hospital from 1961 to 1962, and then he did his Pediatric Residency at the University of Cincinnati, Children's Hospital, from 1962 to 1964, where he served as Chief Resident from 1963 to 1964. He served in the United States Army Medical Corps as a Captain at Ft. Campbell, Ky., from 1964 to 1966. He received his Certification from the American Board of Pediatrics in 1966 and he was recertified in 1983 and in 1992.
Dr. Hargett practiced pediatrics at Welborn Clinic from 1966 to 1996. He was on the Welborn Baptist Hospital Medical Staff and President of Welborn Baptist Medical Staff from 1980 to 1981. He was Chief of Pediatrics at Welborn Baptist Hospital from 1978 to 1980 and 1986 to 1987. Dr. Hargett was elected as a member at large for the Welborn Clinic Board of Trustees in 1991 for a three year term. He was a Clinical Investigator for Mead Johnson (Bristol Meyers Squibb) Laboratories 1973 to 1996. On April 12, 2001, Dr. Hargett received the Distinguished Physicians Award from Mead Johnson Nutritional Services.
Dr. Hargett received the following Medical Appointments: Official Examiner for the American Board of Pediatrics, 1984 to 1989, member of the American Board of Pediatrics 1989 to present, Fellow American Academy of Pediatrics 1966 to present, member of the American Medical Association 1961 to present, member of the Indiana State Medical Society 1966 to present, member of the Vanderburgh County Medical Society 1966 to present.
Dr. Hargett retired from his private pediatric practice in August 1996, due to a Neuromuscular Disease (Kennedy's Disease).
Dr. Hargett's passion for medicine enriched the Evansville community for 30 years. He brought compassion and wisdom to his profession. He cared about his patients and their parents. At home, Dr. Hargett was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Together with his wife, Mary Ann (Barker) Hargett, they raised six children. Dr. Hargett enjoyed traveling and was an enthusiastic University of Kentucky basketball fan. He was a member of Holy Redeemer Catholic Church.
Dr. Hargett is survived by his wife of 11 years, Jane O. (Clubb) Hargett; daughters, Mary Elizabeth Strobel (James C.), of Greenville, Ind., Amy Marie Buehn (Sam), of Newburgh, Ind.; daughter-in-law, Denise Flanagan Hargett, of Fishers, Ind.; stepdaughter, Donna Jane Turpen (Kevin), of Las Vegas, Nev.; sons, William Newell Hargett (Tammy), of Evansville, Ind., Joseph Gregory Hargett, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Timothy Paul Hargett (Neslihan), of Tulsa, Okla.; sisters, Mary Kay Abney (Darrell), of Maysville, Ky., Carol Ann Fitzpatrick (William), of Chicago, Lucille Marie Clifford, of Princeton, N.J., Marilyn Elan Hargett, of Cincinnati, Ohio; brother, Newell Anthony Hargett (Peggy), of Potomac, Md.; 15 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
Dr. Hargett was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Mary Ann (Barker) Hargett in 2001; his son, Thomas Andrew Hargett in 2011; his sister, Edythe Czul; and his brother, Bernard C. Hargett.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, August 5, 2013, at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 918 W. Mill Rd., Evansville, IN 47710, with Father Paul Ferguson celebrating. Burial will follow at St Joseph Catholic Cemetery.
Friends may visit from 2 until 8 p.m. on Sunday, August 4, 2013, at Browning Funeral Home, 738 E. Diamond Ave., Evansville, IN 47711, where a memorial service will be held at 7 p.m.
Friends may also visit from 9 a.m. until service time on Monday at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Muscular Dystrophy Association for Kennedy's Disease, 3101 N. Green River Road, Suite 710 Evansville, IN 47725, or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Condolences may be made online at www.browningfuneral.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Isaac Hargett
Asha Sakaria
July 26, 2024
Best pedestrician in Evansviile who took care of my 4 children at welborn clinic along with his nurse Jan! Asha Sakaria
Susan Wahlstrom
August 19, 2013
Dr. Hargett was such a gently, caring doctor who healed my fear of going to the doctor as a young girl. I preferred yukky medicine to shots and he always accomodated my request. I remember him dropping by our home to check my sister for appendicitis as she was in so much pain and how he cared for me through the chronic ear infections and streph infections of my childhood. He was a lovely example of how to care for sick children. I am so blessed to have known him. To his family, thank you for sharing your father with us. I am praying for you.
August 15, 2013
What a great doctor. I took all 3 of our children to him and I knew if Dr. Hargett couldn't help them no one could. He was the best. Sandy Troth, (dale, In.).
Myers family
August 6, 2013
Prayers of comfort for the Hargett family. What a wonderful man, and the legacy he has left touches generations!
Scott and Sharon Harris
August 5, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family! So proud to call Dr Hargett our neighbor...such a nice, caring man. Our hearts were saddened tonight when we walked up the street and saw the flag lowered in his yard. We will miss him!! When he strolled down the street with his dog he always took the time to stop and talk. Such a GREAT man!!
Amy Pritchett
August 5, 2013
I am so sorry for your families loss. My husband was a patient for many years of his and the family only spoke extremely fond memories and words of this very smart and kind man. I know that words can't express your loss but know that our family is praying for yours.
Penny Arbaugh-Goodman
August 4, 2013
Prayers to the Hargett Family. I'll always remember and be forever greatful to Dr. Hargett, he was the best Doctor ever and saved my life when I was a baby.
August 4, 2013
Caring, compassionate and so in touch with his patients, their parents and all of us who had the privilege of working with him. Wonderful doctor and wonderful man. Judy Graper Newburgh, IN
John Finneran 'Finney'
August 4, 2013
A fond memory of Dr. Hargett with Tom on Christmas morning at Tom's house in Fishers IN. The two were in their wheelchairs gazing out the bay window at the snow covered landscape. Sharing stories and laughs while breakfast was being prepared for all to enjoy. Learned a lot about his trials and tribulations, family, and biz. Remarkable man with humbleness and humor. The two courageous and inspiring souls.....together, again. Best to all the Hargetts.
he Hargetts
August 3, 2013
Our Dear Uncle Ike. Our family has lost it's touchstone. You were there for us in any crisis or malady. Always confidently contradicting Ryan's WV pediatrician. Whether calling in a prescription for chicken pox (once Ry already had them!) or contradicting his growth charts! (Both you and his WV pediatrician were wrong!) Thank goodness, he grew to be taller than 5'5"! (6'2") :-) Whatever the situation we found ourselves in you were there and your opinion trumped all others. You were the concerned uncle who many years ago after a visit jammed money in our pockets for gas money or more recently became worried about us being attacked by WV bobcats, bears and rattlesnakes. Until the very end you were concerned about former patient Jeff Overton's daily score at the Greenbrier Classic! Your liberal views against our conservative ones always had the blood pumping! You never forgot a patient or a family member which is why we all loved you so. To say you will be missed doesn't quite say enough. Our prayers to Jane and to the rest of our family. Rest in peace.
Joe, Jeanine and Ryan Czul
John Finneran 'Finney'
August 3, 2013
A fond memory of Dr.Hargett was at Tom's house on Christmas morning. There the two were , in their wheelchairs, gazing out the bay window at the snow covered landscape. Sharing stories and laughs while breakfast was being made for all. I had the nicest visit with him and learned all about his early life with trials and tribulations, family and biz. Remarkable man with such humbleness and humor.Two courageous and inspirational souls together, again. My best to all the Hargetts
Robin Sermersheim
August 3, 2013
Such a kind and caring pediatrician! My heart goes out to his family and friends. Visits to his office at Welborn Clinic were always eduacational and uplifting--such a wise and special man!
Betty Gray
August 3, 2013
Kay: we were so sorry to hear about your brothers death. Our prayers are with you and the family. Love you
Betty and Louard
Marla Morrison
August 3, 2013
Our children were patients of Dr. Hargett's from birth until young adulthood. He was always kind and comforting especially to me when I was a new, unsure Mother. He was always very compassionate and his legacy will live on. Our prayers to the family.
Stacey Shanks
August 3, 2013
He was a great pediatrician to me! What a wonderful man!
Teresa Shanks
August 2, 2013
I was a patient for Dr. Hargett's over 35 years ago. One of the best doctors I have every had, and his compassion was outstanding. My prayers are with the family.
August 2, 2013
Ike and Mary Ann were wonderful friends and neighbors. We shared many good times
together. They were often interrupted by his having to leave to take care of a patient Always so dedicated.
A wonderful family man.
Dick @ Wanda Joseph
Connie Jo Miller
August 2, 2013
Dr. Hargett was a compassionate doctor whom our family loved!
Thomas Coe
August 2, 2013
Our heartfelt sympathy goes to his family. He was a wonderful caring and skilled physician who took excellent care of our 2 sons. He is the gold standard by which all doctors should be measured.
Cristi Crimm Fenton
August 2, 2013
On behalf of my entire family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Not only was he our pediatrician, but a dear friend of both of our parents and my brother and I. Your loss is our loss. May you find peace in his peace. He was a blessing to your family, I know. May his warm smile continue in your hearts and in your families' hearts for all of your years on this earth. I know it will mine.
HUGS to all,
Cristi (Crimm) Fenton, Carter Crimm, and Paul Crimm
Mike Magan
August 2, 2013
When I was 3 or 4 I was CONVINCED the pain in my side was my appendix and my mother, Karen Donovan Magan, took me straight to Dr. Harget (luckily it just happened to be the same day as my annual check-up).
Dr. Harget knelt down and dutifully pushed around my abdomen for a few seconds. He then looked up at me and with a serious face gave me a diagnosis my toddler-aged brain could barely grasp: "Son, you have gas."
Staff Sgt. Mark Seib
August 2, 2013
Dr. Hargett was my doctor growing up and I was always excited to go see him for whatever reason came up. For me he always gave me encouragement and advice to make me the person I am today. What a wonderful doctor he was. He always laughed at how much I was growing through my teen years. I still remember him bringing in the height projection chart and how he could not believe how I was progressing. You were a great Doctor and you will be missed.
Christie Cole(DeTalente)
August 2, 2013
I am so sorry for you & your family's loss. Sending you all lots of prayers. And just remember God received another angel and he will always be with you.
Kelly (Williams) Henderson
August 2, 2013
The Hargett family were my neighbors when I was very young. I have great memories of Dr Hargett and Mackie (one of the scotties). Dr Hargett touched so many lives.
Cathy Coomes
August 1, 2013
We were so sorry to hear of Dr. Hargett's passing. He took care of both of our children. We lost our son in 1992, and Dr. Hargett and Jan Mekert were both there grieving with us. He always remembered us and spoke of Zac often. Heaven just gained a great blessing. God bless his family at this sad time.
Jay Small
August 1, 2013
Dr. Hargett was the only Dr. I knew till I went away to college. I don't think my Mom would have survived having me as a child had it not been for kind hearted Dr. Hargett. Thanks for everything, you will be very missed.
Dr. Kelly Fehrenbacher
August 1, 2013
Dr. Hargett was my pediatrician and served as a wonderful mentor to me as well, as I grew up. I had many ear infections as a child and saw him often, and so began my interest in Medicine. He inspired and encouraged me to become a physician, and he planted the seed that eventually led to my career now as a Geriatrician. I am blessed to be able to care for patients each day, and my hope is that I can provide care to my patients, with as much compassion and concern that Dr. Hargett always showed to me and my family.
Kevin Cantner
August 1, 2013
Bill & family, so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. He was such a kind and thoughtful man. My father-in-law, Dr. Charlie Schmidt, was a dear friend of your dads, and he insisted that we take our daughters to him as their pediatrician. I am so thankful we followed Charlie's advise. Your dad always provided the best care possible and was a joy to to get to know personally! You guys are in our thoughts and prayers during these difficult times.
Laura Newman
August 1, 2013
Dr. Hargett was my pediatrician and I loved him. He made going to the doctor almost enjoyable. I ran into him several years ago and talked to him. I know he didn't remember me but it was a joy to see him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends during this difficult time.
Jennifer Gaines RRT, Deaconess Hospital
August 1, 2013
My sympathy to you all. Dr. Hargett was one of the nicest patients I've ever cared for. He loved talking about his grand kids. He will be missed.
August 1, 2013
Dr Hargett was the best pediatrician.I have 4 kids and we were lucky to have him as our kid's pediatrician. Even in emergency we waited for our kids to be seen by Dr. Hargett only! Who can forget Dr. Hargett and his nurse Jan? Our thoughts and prayers are with the family!
Asha sakaria & Family
Lisa O'Reilly
August 1, 2013
Dr. Hargett was my pediatrician, as well, and remained my physician all the way through nursing school. Years later, as his medical issues arose, I was able to assist in his care. The "circle of life" was not lost on either of us. Outstanding physician, outstanding person.
August 1, 2013
Thinking of the entire Hargett Family at this time. Please know that you will be in our prayers and only wish we could be there to celebrate his life with everyone. He was a great, kind man to my family and always made us feel welcome at his home. Even though he was busy I'm sure, he always made time to come outside and visit while we all enjoyed his pool! Thinking of you all lots, Jenny Holt and Family
Debra Adamson
August 1, 2013
He was such a great doctor to my children and a good personal friend. I loved this man.....
August 1, 2013
I had the privilege of taking care of Dr. Hargett during some of his last days. He was truly a wonderful man. Im so glad I got the chance to know him and my thoughts and prayers go out to his Family.
Sharon Cole Sprague
August 1, 2013
A truly Christlike man and a great pediatrician. Heaven certainly has a place of honor ready for him. I and my 4 sons are blessed to have known him.
Cindy Kerchief
August 1, 2013
My condolences and prayers to Dr. Hargetts family. This amazing doctor kept my children healthy and they even LIKED going to the clinic because of his kind and gentle ways. I will dearly miss his soothing voice and uplifting smile as one of my favorite Haub Steak House customers.Rest in Gods loving peace Dr. Hargett
August 1, 2013
I saw Dr Hargett a few months back at a Northside restaurant with his family. Before i left, i went over to say hello. My sons are 40 & 37 and he still remembered all of us. Such a wonderful doctor and person. RIP Dr. Hargett The Rodenberg Family
Donna Small
August 1, 2013
I LOVE THIS MAN. HE WAS A HERO TO ME. So kind & compassionate. He was my children's pediatrician and will always hold a special spot in my heart. My sympathies to the family.
Kathleen McEllhiney
August 1, 2013
Our sympathy to Dr. Hargett's family. He was a caring and compassionate pediatrician, and our family is saddened to hear of his passing.
Sincerely, The Young, Robling & McEllhiney families
John Yager
August 1, 2013
Thoughts are with the Hargett Family...
Diane Robinson
August 1, 2013
Absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. May you rest in peace Dr. Hargett,
Rest from your labor for your work was not in vain here on earth.
You took very good care of my children until they were both 18 years old. They are both adults now one 44 and the other 33 years old. Thanks and I'll see you again in the rapture.
Larry Beisel, Jr.
August 1, 2013
Our deepest sympathies to the Hargett family. Dr. Hargett and my dad had a very special relationship - both personally and professionally. Dad held him in the highest esteem, as did our entire family. We have all been richly blessed for having known him, and I will always smile when I think of him.
Kristi McDaniel (Farmer)
August 1, 2013
Dr Hargett was my pediatrian as a child. I am now 40 years old and remember him very well. I still have handwritten notes tucked away that he wrote to my mom in regards to instructions on my care. What a great man to this community he was. Many prayers for the family during this hard time. May angels hover near.
Darrell Abney
August 1, 2013
Ike was a very, good man. I remember having a lot of fun with him and his family at Lake Barkley. He will be missed by a lot of people.
Christina (Edwards) Rice
August 1, 2013
A great doctor! I am now 37 and remember him with great memories when he was my pediatrician. Will truly be missed by all.
Debbie Garrett Snyder
August 1, 2013
My very favorite pediatrician as I was growing up. He took great care of me (I was sick a LOT!) and then, when my newborn son was ill and another doctor decided I was just being an over-zealous new mom, Dr. Hargett took one look at him and put him in the hospital and made sure he was well before I took him home a week later. What a great legacy this man has left Evansville.
August 1, 2013
My condolences to the family. Dr. Hargett was my pediatrican as a child and my daughter's as well. Such a wonderful man full of compassion, concern, and love. Dr. Hargett, you will truly be missed.
Melissa Morehead and Family
Donna Mills
August 1, 2013
Dr. Hargett was my family's pediatrician and we were blessed to have him, he was such a caring and concerned doctor. Prayers and comfort to his family in the coming days.
Kathy Lappe
August 1, 2013
A wonderful and compassionate man who was my 2 daughters' pediatrician. Your family can be proud to call him father, grandfather and husband.
Charles and Patricia Voight
August 1, 2013
Our deepest sympathy to the entire Hargett family . My husband and I were privledged to have known Dr Hargett , called him our friend and I also worked with him on the pedfiatric unit at Welborn Hospital for nearly 30 years . .He was our childrens pediatrician and kept them as patients through college .He was our rock here on earth as we navigated parenthood with three little ones 3 little ones . He not only cared for his patients physical needs but their emotional needs also . He related to his patients and famalies at a very human and caring level. Working along side him , one knew how much he loved his family and how proud he was of each and every one of them, especially his grandchildren. The day Will was born he was 'over the moon' and for each one that followed I am sure . I have so many stories and memories in my mind of times with co-workers , when he went the extra mile and beyond for a child and that childs family, or times when he was just being a listening ear for a worn out parent who needed some reassurance ( me ) . One of his fellow physicians( Dr. Larry Beisel) called him " a Physician'
Physician " at a party once my husband and I attended in his honor . He has always been so well thought of in this community that just saying his name usually lights up the persons faces you are talking with . He was a very strong man of faith in God and lived his christian faith by being an example of kindness and humility. This may sound strange, but my husband and I have always thought of Dr Hargett as the opportunity we had to have known a 'living saint ' here on earth. This man I am sure had his human faults but they were over shadowed by the love he showed every day for his friends his family and his fellow man. I still have every hand written thankyou note note ( for straqwberry jam at Christmas :) ) and every Christmas card he sent us . I have all the memories of working with him, of stories he told us, medical knowledge he shared , personal conversations and wise advice he shared with me and my family . God opened up the heavens to one of His best and welcomed him home , and I am sure he said "Well done Ike!! Good and faithful servant, Well done !!. You will always have the gratitude and love of me , my husband and our children Dr Hargett . You will be missed . Love , Patty and Charlie Voight
Jerri Norrington/Webber
August 1, 2013
In loving memory
John Wilson
August 1, 2013
Wonderful doctor.
Saved our daughter's life in 1976 when she was just 5 months old.
Jerri Norrington/Webber
August 1, 2013
RIP Dr. Hargett. He was the BEST Peds Dr. ever! I am 31 yrs old and was his patient as a child. I would see him out as an adult and he would still know my name and ask about my mom with details that he knew who she was. Prayers for all the family.
August 1, 2013
What a loss to our community. He was a compassionate physician. He was my children's pediatrician and I worked with him at Welborn Hospital. My condolences to the family. Packy Fairless
Jolinda VanBibber
August 1, 2013
Dr.Hargett was my 2 boys doctor at Welborn Clinic. He was so kind, caring and loving to my boys. Sure he will be missed by many. May God wrap his arms around the family during this difficult time and God give you peace.
Dean Hamby
August 1, 2013
To the Hargett family---
Sorry to see that Dr Hargett has passed away. He was Doctor of choice for all 4 of our children.
Having buried my own 1st & 2nd Dear Wives, I do know how to, and will, PRAY for you during this DIFFICULT time.
Godspeed Dr and Gos bless and comfort you all.
Dean Hamby
Jan Meckert
August 1, 2013
I worked with Dr Hargett for 30 years with the privilege of being his nurse for over 24 years. He was a remarkeble man who cared deeply for his patients and their familes taking the time they need when when he saw them. He will be missed by all.
Karen Thompson
August 1, 2013
Great and wonderful doctor and man!
Teresa Roy
August 1, 2013
We were so blessed to have Dr. Hargett as my children's pediatrician for so many years. Intelligent, compassionate and accessible, he was just the best and will be remembered by many.
August 1, 2013
To the Hargett family:
Loss of Dr. Hargett is great. He was a #1 pediatrician and person. Most caring intelligent individual I have ever known. Connie Schnarre, Welborn Clinic
Rose Montrastelle
August 1, 2013
I will always be grateful for the care he gave my children. He gave me his card once, when our youngest son was so sick, and told me his home phone number was on there for a reason. I will always be thankful to him. Thoughts and prayers to his family.
David Morlocks
August 1, 2013
What a great man and excellent doctor, he saved our son's life. So Sorry for your loss.
Carol Hunter
August 1, 2013
To Jane, Mary,Amy,Bill,Joe,Tim,and all the family. A new word would have to be created to express this special man. Love you all ...God Bless Dick & Carol
mark browning
August 1, 2013
Great man!! Evansville was lucky to Isaac for so long. He made medicine and his patients better! My condolences
Mark Browning, MD
Ruby & Archie McDowell
August 1, 2013
Will never forget the great doctor.
Rob Orsburn
August 1, 2013
What can you say about a man that gave so much to so many people. He was my doctor till I was 21 years old, basically because I trusted no one else. He was truly a great man, and I was honored to have known him.
August 1, 2013
Dr. Hargett was the ideal pediatric specialist: Kind, patient, gentle, reassuring, empathetic, and always smiling. As a (then) young mother, I appreciated how warm and graciously he treated my son (now 23). Pierce still speaks of Dr. Hargett with great fondness. My prayers, Nancy Regan Kirkpatrick
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