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ALFRED G. KNUDSON JR.

1922 - 2016

ALFRED G. KNUDSON JR. obituary, 1922-2016, Philadelphia, IL

BORN

1922

DIED

2016

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1608 Walnut Street

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

ALFRED KNUDSON Obituary

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ALFRED G. KNUDSON, JR., MD, PhD, 93, of Phila., died July 10, 2016 at home. An internationally recognized cancer researcher best known for his "two-hit" hypothesis, which helped provide the basis for genetic origins of cancer. Beloved husband of Dr. Anna T. Meadows for 40 years. Also survived by his children: Linda (Dr. Mark) Gaul; Nancy (Eric Simonsen) Knudson; and Dorene Knudson; step-children: Brian (Linda) Meadows, Adam (Kathleen Dugan) Meadows and Elizabeth Meadows; 10 grand-children and step-grand-children and 2 great grand-children. A Memorial Service will be held at 11 A.M. on Sunday, Sept. 18, 2016 at the College of Physicians, 19 S. 22nd St., Phila., PA 19103. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to a charity of the donor's choice.



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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News on Jul. 24, 2016.

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Lawrence Naiman

July 24, 2016

A good friend for over 40 years, who will be deeply missed.

Ms. Zimmerman

July 19, 2016

A life well lived gives credit to our Creator who made us in his image Genesis 1:27. It is no small wonder that we thirst for life, one of hopes and dreams. One day soon, our Creator will provide an environment in which we no longer cry from the pain of death. My sincere hope for you and your family.

July 18, 2016

My prayers are with you and your family.

July 17, 2016

To the family of mr. Alfred knudson. My condolence to you. He will live again john 5: 28 and 29.

ccc

July 15, 2016

With deepest sympathy on the loss of your loved one. May it comfort you to know that he will return to the days of his youthful vigor as promised at Job 33:25.

Josi C

July 15, 2016

My deepest condolences for the family. I will never forget the time he hugged me when I told him I had breast cancer and told me all would be okay. He was right. Loved hearing about my cancer genetic counseling cases. He was a gentle, humble man and a good listener. I was very lucky to have spent that time with him. God Bless his soul.

July 14, 2016

To he family and friends of Dr. Knudson,
Please accept my deepest condolences and know that God sees your tears. 2 Kings 20:5.

Sincerely,
Jackie

July 14, 2016

What an amazing person! I have had friends that have died from cancer, its one of the hardest things to watch someone go through. I am appreciative that Dr Knudson used his life to research this disease. I pray that during this time his family and close friends experience peace. phillipians4:7

July 13, 2016

I send sympathy to the family, may the Almighty GOD who " Binds up the broken heart " and " Comfort all who mourn sustains you during this difficult time. Please keep holding on to your trusted in God. ISAIAH 61 : 1.

NC, MANUELA.

Mary Green

July 13, 2016

RIP!

July 13, 2016

May the Almight God of comfort be with family and friends at this time of deep sorrow. God love and care for you.

July 13, 2016

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

July 13, 2016

So sorry for your loss. May Almighty God grant you peace as you cope with your loss. Jer 29:11

D. Tyler

July 12, 2016

I see from his obituary that he was concerned with human life and things that can take it away, he was very compassionate man that made many accomplishment in cancer research. My sincere condolences. Isaiah3:24

SJ

July 12, 2016

To the Knudson Family, there are no words to convey our sorrow for you during these trying times. Alfred left a legacy of knowledge,written down and its pages wrapped and bound for many to read and research. Treasure your memories and, be assured that the God of Comfort has him tucked away in his memory as well.

July 12, 2016

My heartfelt condolences and preyers to his family and friends. I am sorry for your loss. Please know that I am grateful for the effort doctors put into finding answers to sicknesses. My sister die of cancer and I appreciate all the help that was available to her. Please know that all the good doctors does not go unseen, and our creator takes notice of that, (Psalm 144:3). "May the true God reward him for what he's done and may there be a perfect wage for him" (Ruth 2:12/ Isaiah 45:5). your family is in our prayers.

Andrea

July 12, 2016

To the Knudson Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss, please accept my deepest condolences and sympathies may the peace that surpasses all understanding helps as you mourn your loss.

Peter

July 12, 2016

Thank you, Dr Knudson for your major contribution to sciences understanding of cancer genetics.

Victoria Morris

July 12, 2016

I am very sorry to the friends and family for the loss. Soon there will come a time when we will never have to grieve the loss of a loved one in death ever again. Ps 37:9-11

Rick

July 12, 2016

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Scott Chamberland

July 12, 2016

Rest in Peace

July 12, 2016

So very sorry for your loss. I know God will help you to endure because he cares for you ( 1Peter 5 : 7 ).

July 12, 2016

Extending our deepest sympathy and condolences to the doctor's wife and children.

July 12, 2016

What a long and full life! So many cannot say the same. His fine legacy will surely be remembered. May precious memories forever live in your hearts and in God's book of life . . .

Pauline Lawhorn

July 11, 2016

This Dr was a God sent From he decade his life in helping children with cancer RIP you need did a wonderful job helping kids Thank , you for all that you did

Matt

July 11, 2016

He was a pioneer in cancer studies. my heartfelt condolences to his family.Rest in Peace Dr.

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