Dr. Antonio Roberto Pagliarulo

Dr. Antonio Roberto Pagliarulo "Dr. Pag", 77, of Memphis TN, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on February 29, 2024.

He devoted his life to being a beloved husband and father, as well as a compassionate physician. He is survived by his loving wife, Luisa; son, Marc Robert of Memphis, TN; his sisters Lina (Pagliarulo) Kunz and husband Dr. Vincent Patrick of FL, and Emma (Pagliarulo) Vagnone and husband Tony of Memphis, TN; nephews Vincent M. Kunz and wife Lori and son Vincent N. of CO, and Stephen Vagnone and wife Melissa of Memphis, TN; and niece Christina (Kunz) Fox and husband Connor and daughters Dylan and Nora of NJ.

He was born in Panni, Italy (Provincia di Foggia) to the late Marco and Angiolina (Roberto) Pagliarulo. He emigrated with his father to the United States at the age of 10. A 1964 graduate of Rippowam High School in Stamford, Connecticut, Dr. Pag pursued his higher education at Washington and Lee University before graduating from Murray State University in 1968. He attained his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Bologna in Italy, completed his internship, and residency at an interfaith hospital in Brooklyn, New York, and pursued a fellowship in nephrology.

Dr. Pag moved from New York to Memphis to open an internal medicine practice and actively maintained that practice for over 30 years. He also treated patients at Methodist and St. Francis Hospitals. Known for his quick wit and infectious laugh, he practiced with compassion and sincere concern for those in his care and took a personal interest in each of his patients. Dr. Pags presence will Be deeply missed, but his memory will live on in the hearts of those who had the privilege of knowing him.

Beyond his professional achievements, Dr. Pag was a steadfast advocate for the values of hard work, faith, and family, which he instilled in his loved ones. While not working he enjoyed landscaping his gardens, collecting sculptures and clocks, history and current events, and gathering with family and friends. He was an active member of Knights of Columbus chapter at St. Micheal's.

A visitation will be held on Thursday, March 7, 2024 from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Canale Funeral Directors, 2700 Union Avenue Extended, Memphis, TN. Funeral mass will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, March 8, 2024 at St. Michael Catholic Church, 3863 Summer Avenue, Memphis, TN. An interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery, 1663 Elvis Presley Blvd, TN.

Those who wish to remember Dr. Pag, in a special way, may make gifts in his name to St. Michael Catholic Church or to your favorite charity. Online condolences may be offered at Canale Obituaries.