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Ralph PRICE Obituary
He is survived by his wife, Joyce Price; two daughters, Diane Chartrand of Boulder, Colo., and Rona Altschuler of Newport News; and a son, Dr. Glenn Price of Baltimore, Md.
Our Dad graduated from medical school in Geneva, Switzerland, and had a general practice for 45 years in Newport News. We will always remember Dad as a kind, caring, wise, gentle man.
A special thanks to the caregivers at Morningside Assisted Living for their kindness and care, as well as our many friends who loved our dad.
A funeral service will be conducted at 9:30 a.m. Friday, Feb. 19, 2010, at Peninsula Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Jewish Cemetery of the Virginia Peninsula.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Memory Walk, in honor of Joyce Price.
Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ralph PRICE
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March 11, 2010
To the family of Dr. Price,
My sincere condolences to you all. Dr. Price was our family doctor for many years. He was one of a kind. Truly he was. They do not make em' like that anymore. He was kind and sweet with a heart of gold. He actually cared about his patients as he cared for them. Which is an oddity in this day and time. Being a doctor was a great profession for him, because he was so great at it. He could put you at ease, take care of you, treat whatever illness you had, but more importantly he was genuinely concerned about you and your well being. He could remember all the names of my brothers, and what my dad did for a living. When I would go there sick to see him, he would ask me about my brothers or my dad, and how he was doing? Most doctors nowdays only know your name if they look at your chart. When you would see him in the grocery store he would remember you and give you a hug.
Sometimes if my parents didn't have enough money...he would just run a tab for you, never sent a bill...he just knew that you would pay. He always treated you with respect. That is the kind of man he was. His main order of business was to make you well and feel better, not money. I hope you know what a true blessing he was to everyone and his community. He was a beautiful human being with a gentle soul and will be missed dearly by all who was fortunate enough to have the great oppurtunity to meet and know him through the years. He is the only doctor I never minded getting a shot from...because his did not hurt. He was just too sweet for his shots to hurt.
My sincere condolences.
Penny Phillips
February 25, 2010
To Rona, and family;
We were saddened to hear you lost your beloved Dad. Please accept our deep sympathy.
Mike and Sharon Kelly
February 22, 2010
I had bad asthma as a child and remember Dr. Price coming to our home to give me shots. He was a very compassionate doctor.
Diane Sandler Marcus
February 22, 2010
Dear Diane and family,
I wish to express my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Even though we have not spoken for many years, those childhood days in Christopher Shores bring back fond memories of your family. May you find comfort in knowing that others are thinking of you at this difficult time.
Christopher Cook
February 21, 2010
Rona,
I would just like to say I WILL MISS YOUR DAD GREATLY!!!! He was truely one of a kind and I will miss serving him in the dinnig room at morningside. I just want to say I was VERY fortunate enought to meet a GREAT and caring friend and resident at Morningside Assisted Living. I will Miss him!! My condolences go out to you and your family.
Norene Phillips
February 21, 2010
To the family of Dr.Price,
Dr. Price delived me almost 52 years ago and through all those years he has remained a dear friend to the entire William West family. I remember as a child visiting his office with Mrs. Price sitting behind the typewriter in the front lobby and visiting him in his very clean simple office that always felt safe to me. Years later when my mother was diagosed with cancer - our family was in a panic and as my dad & I worried in the hallways of the hospital...here came an angel from heaven....Dr. Price who suddenly appeared from no where... walking down the hall looking for us(he had been long retired by then) but he knew we were hurting and as always he was there for all of us. We will miss him dearly and also miss those holiday calls from Mrs. Price just to ask how the family was doing. My heart is broken that this world has lost such a special, kind, giving man but I am sure he is looking down upon us with those kind gentle hands and heart as he is willing us all to be ok.Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family during this time of loss.
Angela Herring
February 20, 2010
Rona and Family,
I am so sorry to learn of the loss of your father. I remember him well from Grand Rounds at Riverside Hospital. I am keeping you and your family in my thoughts at this sad time.
February 20, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the family at this time. Dr. Price was our family doctor. He cared for us as if we were his own. I can remember as a child the white cabinet which I feared that held the needles for the shots, but even in my fear, Dr. Price could calm my storm. He was one of a kind. I am sure much of him will continue through his son. He is gone . . but never forgotten. Velena & Wayne Lowery Newport News, Virginia
Edward Olshansky
February 20, 2010
To Rona, Diane, Glen and Joyce, spouses and grandchildren, My Mom and I were saddened to hear of the death of Ralph who was not only a beloved friend but took care of me when I was a youngster as well making house calls and having a cup of coffee and a piece of cake with all of us after treating either me or my brothers. Working at Riverside Hospital I was fortunate enough to see him when he was well in to his 80's attending the Grand Rounds which is the equivalent to a topic of medical interest with colleagues. He could never get enough of learning and what a great teacher he was being not only empathetic and caring to his patients but the families, his staff, and everyone he came in contact with he treated them with dignity and respect. The Price name will never be forgotten since Ralph was a General Practicioner and delivered babies and everything else. It was an amazing feat that folk like Dr. Price accomplished and every encounter with him was positive. To the family I wish for you your continued activism regarding patients rights. Your advocacy and hard work helping others made Ralph proud and will keep his memory alive through your efforts. May His Memory Always be for a Blessing and may you find Peace and Comfort as you mourn the loss of Ralph. Ed and Belle Olshansky
February 20, 2010
Dear Rona,
My prayers are with you and your family during this time of grief. What a champion you have been for this disease...may your memories keep him alive in your heart always.
Donna Fitzgerald
Cheryl Pernell
February 20, 2010
I went to Dr. Price for many years. He was so caring and loving. He was so gentle. I always enjoyed talking to him and his wife. They were very interested in what was going on with you. My ex husband often did tree work for them. I saw both of them awhile back at the store. It was great seeing them. My prayers and thoughts are with all the family. May God Bless you Dr. Price.
Catherine Scaramouche
February 19, 2010
I will always remember the excellent care Dr. Price gave to my children and I. He was our family doctor until we left Virginia in 1970. Warm, caring, and concerned are the words I use to decribe him. Such a loss. My sympathy to all his family, and many friends.
david dowdy
February 19, 2010
Diane, Rona
An old friend from 13th street during the 50's &60's. Sorry to hear of your dad's passing. He was a fine doctor and family friend. I ran into him about 2 years ago at a grocery store and he knew who I was as soon as I said hello. I think of you all often and asked him that day how all of you were.
He will be missed but never forgotten.
Rudi Naurath
February 19, 2010
As family physicians, Ralph and I have been companions for many years, treating patients at Riverside Hospital, getting together at professional meetings and conventions.
I am deeply saddened by his departure
and will always have fond memories of
a gentle, caring physician and esteemed colleague.
evelyn anne pinckney
February 19, 2010
to me and mine, dr. price was the greatest doctor ever and here's a few of the reasons: the day after graduation from florida state, zane and i(with our 8 month old son,zane jr. and me pregnant with our second child) moved to newport news...we happened to rent an apartment just behind the shopping center of his office...zane needed insurance exam for nasa, so went to dr.price...he liked him immediately and suggested that i go for a visit instead of an obgyn...dr.price delivered teena on jan. 1958, vicki on july 1959, sonya on may 1961 and alex on dec.1962 (who just happened to be his last baby to deliver)...he made house calls to treat me several times...he always knew the right thing to say or do so my children were never afraid of any doctor, and was not hesitant to recommend another doctor for more complicated illnesses not covered by his experience...he was a wonderful man and "a one of a kind doctor-friend"...my children stayed with his doctoring till they married and zane and i remained faithful until your dad closed his office to retire...he had many sage things to say and over the yearsi have lovingly quoted him...he attended some of our children's weddings...he made arrangements with the temple for my girl scout troop to attend a service, followed by a social and were able ask questions as they were working on "our own troop's badge" in religion...when zane or i got sick, the prescription was double just in case the other of us got sick too...to say he was "special" just is not the perfect word; but he surely was loved, will dearly be missed and cannot be replaced...my thoughts are with all of you...good-by, dr.price ...
Lisa B. Staples
February 19, 2010
I was very sorry to hear about your loss. Diane, I enjoyed staying in touch with you since college, but I have lost your address. Please get in touch with me at my new address in Yorktown, VA. I send my love and condolences to you all.
Mrs. Robert J. Staples, Jr.
Diana Kerns
February 19, 2010
Dr. Price was always a warm and caring man. I still remember going to his office with my Mother for her appointments. May you find comfort knowing how many people he helped during his 45 yrs. of practice. We will miss you Dr. Price.
Suzanne Collier McKown
February 19, 2010
Dear Diane, Rona and family,
I remember your father from my childhood, and am so sorry to hear of your loss. Let your fond memories help you through this sad time.
Cheryl Fox
February 19, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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