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Lailee Bakhtiar Obituary

Bakhtiar, Lailee
February 5, 1929 - October 30, 2009
Lailee Bakhtiar, M.D. died peacefully after a 21 year battle with multiple sclerosis. A beloved physician specializing in internal medicine, she was dedicated to her patients for more than four decades.
Lailee was a loving mother, grandmother, and an inspiration to all. She is survived by her children, Dina Tecimer Sohaili and Timur Tecimer, siblings Jamshid, Parveen and Laleh, and 4 grandchildren.
Services will be held Friday, November 6, 12:00 p.m. at Hillside Mortuary (800) 576-1994. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Nat'l MS Society 2440 S. Sepulveda Blvd, LA, CA 90025.

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Published by Los Angeles Times on Nov. 4, 2009.

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Adrienne Parks

March 3, 2026

I was telling a friend about my wonderful physician in the mid 1980´s. Dr Bahktiar was so thoughtful, kind and a brilliant physician. When my mom broke her hip (2003?) I was visiting her at a Santa Monica convalescent center when I spotted Dr Bahtier´s name on a door. I thought she worked there but after establishing she was a patient, I asked permission to say hello to. We chatted for quite a long time and she invited me back to talk anytime. Each time I visited mom in the next few weeks, I got to see and talk with one of the most lovely of human beings. Dr. Bakhtiar lives on in the memories of all who recall her kindness.

Vincent Van Dillen

October 24, 2022

A beautiful soul, many visiting memories and prayers said together. A great writer! Love Always! I wish we got to spend more time together. Most Sincerely Vincent

Bonnie Smith

November 4, 2009

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. As your mother was an inspiration to all -- you are following in her footsteps...You too are an inspiration and loved by so many ... my best wishes to you and Timur and your family. Love, Bonnie

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