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Eugene Walker James Pearce

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Eugene Pearce Obituary

Eugene Walker James Pearce, M.D., died February 19 at his home in Merriam, Kansas. He was 82. Dr. Pearce was preceded in death by his brother, Robert. He is survived by his wife, Lunetta Pearce, MD, and his sons, James, of College Station, Texas, and Paul, of Merriam. He is also survived by his brothers, David and Richard, both of St. Louis. Services will be Saturday at 10:00 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, with visitation at the church Friday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and Saturday one hour before the service. The family suggests contributions to Alexandra's House, 638 W. 39th Terr., Kansas City, MO 64111 (www.alexandrashouse.com), and Trinity Lutheran Church, 5601 W. 62nd St., Mission, KS 66202 (www.tlcms.org). Dr. Pearce's unique approach to life and work enriched the lives of Kansas City area residents throughout his career. He was a prominent physician in Johnson County for over three decades. He was one of three obstetricians practicing at Shawnee Mission Hospital when it opened in 1962, and he helped guide its growth until he retired from private practice in 1990. Then, at the age of 65, he returned to teaching at the University of Missouri Kansas City Medical School, where he remained until his retirement in 2004. During this period he was active in his church (Trinity Lutheran) and in pro-life issues. He testified before committees of the legislatures of both Missouri and Kansas, and he became a champion of hospice services for families having babies with fatal birth defects. He helped establish Alexandra's House, a perinatal hospice in Kansas City that now serves families from Kansas City and other communities. Online condolences may be expressed at www.amosfamily.com. (arr. The Amos Family Chapel of Shawnee, 913-631- 5566)

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Published by Kansas City Star on Feb. 22, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Eugene Pearce

22 Entries

JENNITA PRICE

March 21, 2008

So sorry to her about Dr.Pearce passing. I worked in the same building with him at Truman Medical Hosp Hill Bldg. I helped him in the door one day a few months ago, he looked weak. He was a wonderful man. God bless

Judy Williams

February 27, 2008

I was so sorry to hear that Dr Pearce had passed away. I was a patient of his for many years. He delivered 2 of my Children. He was a great man and a wonderful Doctor. My sympathy goes to his family.

Carolyn Thompson, MD

February 26, 2008

It is a rare thing to be able to say that you have walked with giants. Dr. Pearce was a giant of a man, moreso in his heart and mind than even in stature. I rarely walk into the operating room without thinking of him, and I treasure the gentle guidance he provided during my residency training. He was a TRUE Renaissance Man, and I will miss him greatly, but will always think of him with fondness and love.

Mary Schultz

February 25, 2008

Words cannot express how blessed I am that Dr. Pearce taught me. His kind words and calm demeanor got us through many a night on LDR. He taught us medicine, but he taught us life. I will remember with a smile his knitting on the unit (Still can't make a scarf), and the theatre he shared with us... the price of admission was an informed discussion of the play and social concepts it addressed. Somehow he kept sanity in a time of my life when I was too tired to think. He will be loved, remembered, and missed.

Michelle Wineinger

February 25, 2008

To the Pearce Family
I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Pearce at Truman Medical Center. It was a blessing to get to know such a wonderful person. He will truly be missed by many.

My families thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Sincerely
Michelle Wineinger & family

Jennifer Lemmel/Palmer

February 25, 2008

I worked with Dr. Pearce at TMC. He truley was a wonderful gentleman. He also had a great sense of humor. He will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Scott Rushing

February 24, 2008

Words are inadequate to say how much I learned from Dr. Pearce as a resident at Truman Medical Center. It was more than medicine that he taught to the residents. I was a proud member of the bow tie club he formed amongst the male residents "You should never trust a surgeon who can't tie a bow tie" was our slogan. Our price for a delicious meal at nice restaraunts around K.C. was showing up in a bow tie we had tied ourselves (often w/ his help). His vast knowledge of ethics, history, and finances was impressive. He started a Sat a.m personal finance mtg group for the residents "Your net worth has no relection on your self worth". He was a remarkable man and I feel blessed to have been acquainted with him.I am a better physician and human being because of Dr. Pearce.

Dixie Hope

February 23, 2008

So sorry to hear of your loss. Dr. Pearce was my Doctor for years. He delivered my first daughter when there was only 3 doctors at Smmc. He also delivered my last daughter and my only grandaughter. I remember when I went for a exam with my last child. He said "It's a girl. He will really be missed. I think he was one of the best doctors in this area. I first met him when I was 19 years. Many years have passed since.

Jean Davey

February 23, 2008

Some years ago, at the request of my sister who worked for him, Dr Pearce paid us a visit in London and we very much enjoyed the company of this fine man and are sorry to learn of his passing.
Jean Davey (sister of Cleasa Doering Bundy)

Cleasa Doering Bundy

February 22, 2008

Many happy memories working for a special doctor and friend who will be missed.

Lelia & Paul Rodabaugh

February 22, 2008

Dr Pearce was a wonderful neighbor. He loved music and always expressed his appreciation to the Trinity Brass at Easter and Reformation Sunday.

Carole McArthur M.D.,Ph.D

February 22, 2008

We all have fond memories of a fine gentleman and human being.

Debbie Spalding, RN

February 22, 2008

Dr. Pearce was an incredible physician and advocate for women and infants health. I enjoyed working with him at Truman Medical Center. His death is a significant loss. Our thoughts are with you during this time of sorrow.

linda jackson

February 22, 2008

A towering, extraordinary, wonderful man. His love of God, life, family, and medicine were amazing. He did life to the fullest and gave to others beyond measure. The world is a much better place because he was here. A doctor beyond comparison because he really cared. Blessings to Lunetta and family.

Lorna Ellis

February 22, 2008

Our thoughts and prayer are with you. Gene was always thought of as a member of our family. (Stelzer)

katie derby

February 22, 2008

Dr. Pearce was much admired and loved by so many at Truman Medical Center and UMKC School of Medicine. It was an honor to have known him.

Cleasa Doering Bundy

February 22, 2008

Many Happy Memories working for a special doctor and friend who will be greatly missed.

April & Dana

February 22, 2008

With our deepest sympathy for you and your family. We are keeping you in our prayers during this hard time.

Dana Wood & Family and April Kwiatkowski

Milburn and Evalyn Hobson

February 22, 2008

I had the privilege of begining my medical practice with Gene. He was a fine teacher and a very moral Christian gentleman. I respected him greatly He was a man of great ideas and uncanny foresight. He will be missed.

James Barloon

February 22, 2008

What a wonderful and fun person he was--always a joy to visit with.

Sincerely, Jim Barloon, M. D.

Edith Yoder

February 22, 2008

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Peter and Kim Greenspan

February 22, 2008

Our sadness is replaced by the joy of knowing that Gene has been promoted to his well-deserved heavenly Eternity in the company of The King! God bless the family.

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