DR. DANIEL IRA WACHSPRESS, age 62, passed away on May 29, 2020 in Alexandria, Virginia due to complications associated with frontotemporal dementia. Dan was born in 1957 in Bloomfield, Connecticut. He graduated summa cum laude in three years from the University of Connecticut (UConn) with a degree in mathematics and science and was inducted into the Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society. Prior to receiving his medical degree from UConn, Dan served in the Peace Corps as a mathematics teacher in Togo, Africa. Dan met his future wife, Diana, in medical residency, settled in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, and practiced family medicine for 27 years. He was beloved by his patients and community and stated that practicing medicine was "something I always wanted to do." He enjoyed rooting for the Red Sox, beekeeping, cooking, gardening, golfing, exercising and spending time with his three children. Dan is survived by his father, Howard Wachspress, his sister, Sara Wachspress, and his three children – Arianna, Mariah, and Gabriel Jensen-Wachspress. His family suggests that donations can be made to the Brain Support Network (https://www.brainsupportnetwork.org/), The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration (https://www.theaftd.org/), or the Celiac Disease Foundation (https://celiac.org/).

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Published by Hartford Courant on Jun. 1, 2020.

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Miriam Hard

October 26, 2020

I knew Daniel from our family medicine residency at MUSC from 1986-1989. We were in the same year and he was one of my favorite colleagues. I always appreciated his warmth, humility and sense of humor. He was a very beautiful human being with such a kind heart.

Jennifer Williams

June 8, 2020

Dr. Wachspress took care of my daughter and me, and he was a thoughtful, careful, diligent and caring person. When I think of him, I think of him smiling and asking me questions that made me know he had listened the last time I was there. He is missed as a doctor and friend.

Susan Micklem

June 5, 2020

Doctor Wachspress was known as Dr. Dan in my house, too. He took care of three generations of my family and was greatly missed when he retired. He was a compassionate listener and a careful diagnostician. He took our concerns seriously and worked with us to resolve medical issues. I am so sorry to hear of his illness and passing. My deep condolences to his family.

D.Darcus

June 5, 2020

I had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Wachpress at Carillion of Fort Defiance. While being seen he always made an effort ask about my life and my children. He would also share about his wife and children. I knew him as a very educated, caring , down to earth individual. I am sorry for you loss.

Christopher Heck

June 4, 2020

Dan was a bright, intelligent, and engaged thinker who always stimulated me to delve deeper than the surface of a problem. I regret the untimely loss of a gifted physician and colleague.

Teresa D Ervine

June 4, 2020

He was the best doctor I ever had. He cared deeply about his patients, he got to know each and every one of us.We were more than just a number to him. My prayers are with his entire family!

Kitty Glover

June 3, 2020

What sad news... Dr Dan, as he was fondly referred to in our house, was our family doctor for several years until his retirement. He was always personable and had a great sense of humor, esp. when dealing with our sons as teenagers. He always asked me where every one was in the world and how were the sports going. We all thought the world of him. He was so incredibly intelligent, but kept things simple for the rest of us. He was definitely missed when he left Fort. Soar with the angels Dr. Dan.

Karen Blankenship

June 3, 2020

m so very sorry to hear of Dr. Wachpress passing. He was an awesome doctor and helped me through many difficult times. He truly did make a difference in my life!! Many prayers for his family!!

Jane Dekle

June 3, 2020

Dr. Wachspress was my childrens doctor for 15 years. I appreciated the time he took to get to know my kids.
He was very thorough and explained everything to me.
My kids loved him!
Condolences to his family. He was a great man! He is happy in heaven!!!
Jane Dekle

Gary Frankson

June 3, 2020

I was a patient of Dr. Wachspress for many years. Going to an appointment was always like meeting with a friend. He knew all about me and truely cared. It showed clearly at each appointment. I always looked forward to seeing him. I was shocked by his retirement, but now understand and am deeply saddened to read of his passing. My condolences to his family and friends.

Brian Ross

June 2, 2020

Dan and I were room mates our junior year at UConn. Dan was always even keeled and a good listener so I knew he would be an excellent physician which was his goal. He showed his concern and commitment for other humans with his year of work in Togo for the Peace Corps. Dan and I would go to all the UConn home men's games at the Fieldhouse eating dinner early and walking up the hill from our dorm in the Jungle to get good seats right under the basket. We also went to the game in the Hartford Civic Center against UMass the night that the roof collapsed in the early morning hours after the game. My condolences to Dan's family on his passing. He dedicated his life to trying to make a difference for others.

Judy Moyers

June 2, 2020

So very sorry to about Dr. Wachspress. He was a dedicated doctor and always interested in all aspects of his patient's lives. I
enjoyed working for and with him 20 years. Praying for comfort and peace to all his family, especially his children.

Sonja

June 2, 2020

You will be remembered by all. Rest In Peace.
Sonja Waters

Rhonda Shifflett

June 1, 2020

Dr. Wachspress was such a wonderful doctor and friend. He truly cared about his patients and wanted to know how life was really treating us. My heartbreaks for his family, especially his children whom he spoke of so often. There are not many that could be his equal.

Marion Holst

June 1, 2020

Dr Wachspress was more than a doctor to me. He was a friend. He had a good ear for listening and helped me over several hurdles. He truly was interested asked as many questions as I did!
I am sad to read of his passing but can rejoice that all his earthly pain is
gone and he is whole again.
Sincerest sympathy to his entire family....especially his three children of whom he was very proud.
Rest In Peace, dear friend.

Sam Arnold

May 31, 2020

I enjoyed my time working with Dr. Wachspress!! I learned a lot from him! We liked to talk sports especially baseball!! We had fun playing golf together!! He was always nice to me and a very good man!!!

Dr. Jim LaGrua

May 31, 2020

Dan: For twenty two years you were a loyal friend and a valued colleague. We all miss the loss of your inquisitive curiosity, and your humble dedication to your patients and your profession. You were truly one of a kind.

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