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Don ESMORE Obituary
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Rhonda Parry
July 16, 2021
In loving memory of Don
rhonda Parry
March 26, 2020
RIP Funny Clever Man .
Hilde & Philip Rubie
March 18, 2013
We will always treasure fond memories of Don and his family who were our neighbours in Sydney back in the late 1980s. Don inspired our son to become a doctor.
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February 23, 2013
With love and sympathy to Jenny and James, on the passing of Don.
Terry B
February 23, 2013
Thank you for giving me the opportunity to enjoy the gift of continued life through your talented work with my heart transplant.
I had no idea that you were suffering from your own health issues at the time.
Thank you also for your kind words and support for my wife during and after my operation.
Sue Bleeker
February 23, 2013
It is with great sadness, I heard the news yesterday of Don's passing. I had the great pleasure of working with Don in theatre at The Alfred Hospital for in excess of 10 years. Although I didn't work in the Cardiac Theatres with him, as an ACN there I had a lot of dealings with him Out of Hours. As a result of the bantering that went on between us, a great repore was established. Don discovered that I too was a "petrol head" so he invited myself and my close friend Noleen Fox (deceased), to the first Melbourne F1 Grand Prix as his guest in his reserved stand.
Don was such an incredible surgeon that 10 years ago I entrusted him to perform CABGS on my own father and all these years' later my dad is still with me. I will always be for grateful for knowing this truly talented surgeon and for whom I have the utmost respect for him as a surgeon and a gentleman. May you rest in peace now Don....Your talent will be truly missed, but your vision will live on
Marg and Andrew
February 23, 2013
Our love to Jen and James on the loss of your partner and James' dad.
February 22, 2013
Don, I will miss our dinners at the Dava. We always had fabulous conversations while the 2 James's let off steam! We will remember you every time we see the energy and intelligence shining out of your little guy, and I am sure you know that he could not be left in better hands than those of the gorgeous Jenny. You will be missed!
Cathy and Mark Roy.
Jeanette
February 20, 2013
Professor Esmore,thank- you so much for giving my mum a second chance in life - 20 years after you performed a quadruple bypass on her, she is still going strong.God bless you!
We wish you were back home again.
James Hunt
February 20, 2013
Mummy and I visited you every day you were in hospital.
James Hunt
February 20, 2013
We had great fun together.
James Hunt
February 20, 2013
You loved me visiting you at work.
James Hunt
February 20, 2013
You were so proud when I was born.
James Hunt
February 20, 2013
You gave me my first ride in the Ruf.
James Hunt
February 20, 2013
Daddy was my hero. Mummy and I miss you and Jed sends his love and licks. xxxx
James Hunt
February 20, 2013
February 20, 2013
We will miss your visits to Whale Beach,swims and rhobust discussion over a couple of glasses of Pinot Gris.I was honoured when told last year that my new car purchase was a 'serious'vehicle
Thank you for the friendship over the past 40 years--you were an inspiration to my family and self
Philip,Kerrie and children
Celebrating 18 years I would not have had with out you
Cathy McKell
February 19, 2013
How do you ever pay tribute to a man who saved your life. Don you believed in me and fought for me, you gave to me something money could never buy, the gift of life and therefore thank you does not do my gratitude justice.
You not only gave back a daughter to her father, sister to her siblings, wife to her husband but most of all a mother to her baby girl. What a privilege it has been to be part of her life and see her mature into the most wonderful young woman. Thank you for holding my new heart in your hands, i have your imprint there forever, and there the love for you will remain and never forgotten. God bless you my friend, I love you, Cathy xx
Hiroki
February 19, 2013
What you have shown me will be continued and passed on. Rest in peace, Prof.
Cathy
February 19, 2013
How do you ever pay tribute to a man who saved your life. Don you believed in me and fought for me, you gave to me something money could never buy, the gift of life and therefore thank you does not do my gratitude justice.
You not only gave back a daughter to her father, sister to her siblings, wife to her husband but most of all a mother to her baby girl. What a privilege it has been to be part of her life and see her mature into the most wonderful young woman. Thank you for holding my new heart in your hands, i have your imprint there forever, and there the love for you will remain and never forgotten. God bless you Don, i love you..Cathy
February 19, 2013
Prof. Don Esmore operated my heart 3 years ago. At that time, I was touched by his humanity, warmth and humour and definitely part of the successful healing for me other than his outstanding skills as a surgeon. My wife and I adored him whenever we met him before, during and after surgery.
Goodbye Don
Basil and Dr Rose Thanenthiran
zandra whitehead
February 18, 2013
You were a great doctor, helping a lot of people rip
February 18, 2013
ESMORE, Don - In the mid 90's you saved the life of my father, like so many you saved before and after, which gave us a little more time with him. Condolences to your family, work colleagues, family and friends. Judi Vanderheiden
Gabriella D'Aloia
February 18, 2013
Dr Esmore, you were truly an amazing man. Thank you for giving my mother another eight years with us. You will always be remembered in our hearts. R.I.P
Rosemary Wellsted
February 18, 2013
It was an honour to have worked with you at both The Alfred & Epworth. You always had time for me & were wonderful with both staff and patients.
A great man sadly missed.
Jordan Lofts
February 17, 2013
Uncle Don, I will miss you. Thank you for being such a wonderful uncle and I loved you lots.You made me laugh so much.
Jordan
Mrs Robin Buckland
February 17, 2013
You operated on my nephew 10years ago; and it gave us another year with him many thanks
Jodie Battersby
February 16, 2013
Sad loss of a man with great talent and unbridled energy.
Alfred Hospital Theatre Techs
February 15, 2013
We are as a group genuinely saddened by the passing of Prof Esmore, and our condolences go to his family. It was an honor to do our little bit to help him do his good work over the years, even when ill himself, with him unfailingly doing good by us all along.
Anna
February 15, 2013
A remarkable man who saved my mother's life. Forever in our thoughts
February 15, 2013
Don you saved my fathers life a few years ago. You are an amazing surgeon. Your kind and considerate nature and amazing compassion is unforgettable. Words cannot say how grateful me and my family are to you.
Kindest regards,
The Thuraisinghams
Kylie Bennetts
February 15, 2013
Very sad to hear of the death of Don Esmore. I worked in the Alfred Heart & Lung Transplant unit 1994 - 1997 and have such wonderful memories of that time. A wonderful staff that were lead by an exceptional surgeon, Don Esmore. My heart goes out to his family & all in the Alfred Transplant Team as this sad time.
Elizabeth
February 15, 2013
Professor Esmore,
It was an absolute privledge to meet you and spend time with you - if only for several days.
Your have a presence like no other man- when you talked we listened, when you instructed we did, when you mused we were inspired.
The world has lost a brilliant mind - but what you taught us will live on forever.
February 15, 2013
Don, you were the only father figure we had growing up. We respected and admired you. We loved having you as our brother in law. Karen always loved you. Nick is such a wonderful young man. We know that you are now with our Alex. RIP. love Kathy and Sarah
February 15, 2013
Remembering a wonderful man who saved and changed hundreds of lives, from two people who's lives he saved and changed forever. Words cannot thank you enough Don Esmore.
Rob
February 15, 2013
Professor Esmore operated on my heart 3 years ago. I will be forever grateful for his skill and kindness.
James Hunt
February 15, 2013
Daddy you are my hero and I dreamt last night you were here playing footy with me in the back garden but when I woke up you were really gone. Mummy said how wonderful that you can still visit me in my dreams to show me you'll always be with me. We've chosen a star in the night sky for you and I know you'll be right by my side as my very special guardian angel. We'll miss our dinners and golden cups won't be the same without you. I love you. We miss you. Love James, Jennifer and Jed xxx
February 18, 2013
ESMORE. - Don. Professor Esmore, your skills saved my life plus many others. Thank you. - Maidment family.
February 16, 2013
ESMORE. - Don (Prof). Last farewell to a great surgeon and man. Let us always remember his contributions towards science and to all mankind. - Samir and Tania.
February 16, 2013
ESMORE. - Don. Quite simply, the most enriching friendship of my life. You understood. I miss you. - Ross MacDowell.
February 16, 2013
ESMORE. - Don (Prof) A.O. You saved my life; I will never forget you. - Peter Moore.
February 16, 2013
ESMORE. - Don. On Feb. 14, 1967, 4 Essendon Harriers Athletes broke the Australia 4x440 and 4x400 m under 19 record. Don was the lead off runner. Condolences to the family - Colin McCurry, Max Warlow and Russell Wade.
February 16, 2013
ESMORE. - Donald. 27.10.1949 -13.02.2013 A sad farewell to dear Don, loved nephew of Ethel and the late Vern White. Cousin of Kira and Doug, Davern and Joanne and Daniel and Leon. Don's work was a challenge which gave him much satisfaction. Fond Memories
February 15, 2013
ESMORE. - Professor Don AO The Board of Management, Executive, doctors, nurses, and staff of Epworth HealthCare extend their sympathies to the family and friends of heart transplant pioneer, Professor Don Esmore. For more than 20 years, Don was an important contributor to Epworth's cardiac program and his energy, dynamic approach and enthusiasm for the best care of seriously-ill cardiac patients will be missed. He will be warmly remembered always.
February 15, 2013
ESMORE. - Don. To a loyal and generous mate. Your humanity, warmth and humour were always obvious. You were very much loved and will be sadly missed. Condolences to family and all those close. - Jim, Krystyna, Jackie and Alana Duncan.
February 15, 2013
ESMORE. - Don. Prof. Esmore - your skill saved my life, forever grateful. - Paul Allen and Karen Lowe.
February 15, 2013
ESMORE. - Don (Prof.). The most hearty surgeon in Australia! A true motoring enthusiast and most of all a loving family man. Like a Rolls Royce, he failed to proceed, after 11 years battling cancer whilst still saving lives. Thanks to God for this wonderful man. Keep the wheels spinning sideways in Heaven, Don. - Cousin Alan, Heather and family.
February 15, 2013
ESMORE. - Don. A brilliant man has left us Loving nephew of Nancy and Arthur, cousin of Daryl (dec.), Bev, Sue, Rick and families. After a long fight, at peace now Don.
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