CHARLENE HIRSCH Obituary

Name: Funeral service for CHARLENE HIRSCH
Start: 2014-08-05T17:00:00.000Z
Location: R R Bringhurst Funeral Home

HIRSCH
CHARLENE, 64 of Philadelphia, PA died peacefully at her home Saturday, August 2nd, 2014. She was a dentist practicing in South Philadelphia for over thirty years. In addition, Charlene had a Ph.D. in molecular biology, in which she did research early in her career, and was a licensed attorney. She is survived by her husband of 38 years, Bruce, and their son Joel. Funeral service will begin promptly at 1:00 P.M., Tuesday, August 5th at Bringhurst Funeral Home at West Laurel Hill Cemetery, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004. Interment will follow the service at the Chesed Shel Emet section of West Laurel Hill Cemetery. The family will be sitting shiva at the late residence. Instead of flowers, please make a contribution in Charlene's memory to a charity which works to cure disease or improve the lives of people.

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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News on Aug. 3, 2014.

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Lisa Bachman

June 26, 2017

I just got dental insurance again after several years, so googled Dr. Hirsch to see if she was still practicing, and was so sad to see this obituary in the results. Dr. Hirsch was so kind to me and I never forgot it. Yes, she was very direct, but it always came from a place of caring. She wanted to give her patients her best, no matter who they were-she didn't discriminate. I was poor but she treated me with dignity and respect and I will always remember that. My heartfelt condolences to her husband and son, and to Dawn, her longtime assistant. Dr. Hirsch: thank you you for making a difference in my life.

February 4, 2015

Sadly, I recently heard that Dr.Charlene Hirsch passed away. I can not even get through the first sentence of this testimonial because my eyes are filled with tears. Hearing of her passing is profoundly heartfelt for me. For the past 10 years, I had the opportunity and such pleasure of knowing Charlene, personally and professionally. Her office was located just one block from my residence. She truly was a wonderful lady, excellent dentist, great friend and honorable business woman. I will always hold her in high regard. Peace be with you Charlene. :(((?

Gwendolyn Sutton

January 28, 2015

Charlene was recommended to me about 25 plus years ago. Not only was she my dentist but she became both my daughter's dentist. We shared a lot of experiences good and bad. She has me so spoiled I don't know what I'm going to do for dentistry. She was just that good!! I will also miss her staff Dawn . What a credit to her profession. Her integrity will be sorely missed.

Gus and Millie Cammisa

August 11, 2014

Dear Neighbors,
We are long time patients of Dr. Hirsch, and held her in great affection and high esteem. She was a wonderful person, and we will miss her. We wish you peace in your memories of this fine lady.
The Cammisa Family

August 10, 2014

Bruce and Joel,

We are very sorry to read of Charlene's passing.

Ira and Marcia Siegal.

Karen Mudd

August 10, 2014

Dear Bruce and Joel,

Word of Charlene's passing has spread around the nation. I learned about it this week in the middle of a work day here in Seattle via a friend in Minneapolis. I was shocked and so very sad. I'm thinking of you both and remembering Charlene fondly. I visited her at least twice a year for some 20 years before moving out of the region. I always felt confident that I was in good hands with such a highly trained, superior professional. I referred many friends and colleagues to her and they also became fans. She mentioned you both often and I met you both in passing on a number of occasions. I can't imagine your loss. She had wonderful energy, always offered interesting conversation and was so very competent at everything she undertook. I hope it provides some comfort to know she made such a positive impact on so many.

Kristin Thomson

August 9, 2014

Bruce and Joel, I am so sorry for your loss. Dr Hirsh was a wonderful person and my favorite dentist ever. I will miss her dearly.

- Kristin Thomson (patient)

August 5, 2014

Dear Bruce and Joel,

Charlene was a very special person on a personal, as well as on a professional level. I am deeply saddened by her passing. I miss her and will remember her fondly. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sheila Burstein, Elkins Park, PA

August 4, 2014

Bruce and Joel,
Charlene was an amazing person. I looked forward to our conversations whenever I had an appointment. I will miss her.
Barbara Manfredi

Linda R. Katz, CLU, ChFC

August 4, 2014

Bruce,

Sending sincere condolences to you and your son. I know you will both miss Charlene every day. My thoughts & prayers are with you at this very difficult time.

Chuck Langman

August 4, 2014

Bruce and Joel,
Laurie and I send our most sincere condolences. I remember Charlene fondly and well from the summer I spent working for you. I wish you both the strength to get through this most difficult time.
Love,
Chuck Langman

Mindy Hirsch

August 4, 2014

Uncle Bruce and Joel,
Mark and I are thinking of the both of you at this difficult time. Aunt Charlene was a wonderful and loving women and we are better for having known her.
We love you both - Mark and Mindy Hirsch

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