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James Jarvis
September 9, 2010
I heard only today of my doctor's passing. It hit me hard and sharp, as I didn't socialize with him outside of his clinic but rather only saw him when I was ailing. This morning was one such time. The receptionist on the other end of the phone informed me of his demise. My physical pain was replaced with a sadness I haven't experienced in a long time. My very first meeting with the great doctor started with him telling me how the little bend in my nose was what made me snore (I hadn't told him that I snore -- I'd barely met the man). Then he told me how I was positioned in the womb (he figured this out by the wear patterns on my shoes). When my stepson saw him and he offered up little facts about his sleeping habits, et al, Bradley later said that he must be some kind of magician, knowing all of this without asking any questions! Two of my own sons were suitably impressed with Dr. Panchbaya's initial assessment of their physical beings. I could always count on Dr. Panchbaya to make me feel at ease even if a pain lingered -- be it in myself or my children. His intuitiveness and demeanor set him apart from every other physician I have known in my 46 years on this planet. I had only been a patient of his for 7 or so years. I can't think of how I can possibly replace him. I'm so sad.
September 3, 2010
Dear Pat,Roshan, and Mohamed.
We are saddened to hear about the passing of your Husband and Dad.. Years ago our friendship began on an airplane flight.Recently we have lost touch,but will always remember Ismail.
Me Ke Aloha.Coreen,Ken,and Andrea.
Kaneohe Hawaii.
ROSE PETZOLD
August 23, 2010
PAT, ROSHAN,MOHAMED,
I AM SO SAD TO HEAR OF DR.PANCHBAYA'S PASSING. I WORKED FOR DR.PANCHBAYA IN MY EARLY 20'S - MY FIRST JOB- AS HIS RECEPTIONIST - IN SHERWOOD PARK. WE LOST TRACK OVER THE YEARS BUT WHEN HE RETURNED TO SHERWOOD PARK, I WAS HIS PATIENT. WHEN HE MOVED BACK TO EDMONTON, I FOLLOWED AS HIS PATIENT AND BROUGHT ALONG MY NEW HUSBAND AS A PATIENT ALSO. HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED. HE WAS INDEED A GREAT MAN...
Emily Nolan (Junior)
August 23, 2010
Dear Aunt Patsy, Roshann and Mohammed,
I was very saddened to hear of Ismail's passing. He was such a warm person with a lovely smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
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Brad Goulding
August 23, 2010
Great doc and liked to talk about the ponies and family and friends , always asked how mom and dad and Hughes family are.
Gabriel and Maureen Nolan
August 23, 2010
Our deepest sympathies to Patsy, Roshganand and Mohamed on the sudden passing of Ismail. Ismail was a beautiful man in every way and we are honoured to have had him as part of our lives and our family. Love Gabriel, Maureen, Joanna and David
Beverley and Brian Betts
August 22, 2010
We are so sorry to hear of Dr. Panchbaya's passing, we are one of the many families who were proud to have him as our family doctor in Sherwood Park and spent many hours in the office over the years with 4 daughters. He was a good kind man and very caring physician. His very warm smile along with the happy face of Pat at the front desk was always comforting. Our thought and prayers to Pat and your children and the rest of his family.
August 21, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow. We will always remember Dr. Panchbaya with great fondness and memories of a life well lived.
The Cavanagh's
Sherwood park
August 20, 2010
Dear Patsy,Mohammed and Roshan.So sorry to hear of Ismail's sudden passing.I have very fond memories of his kindness and humour on my visit to Edmonton some years ago-Edmund Nolan, Moate,
mohamed panchbaya
August 20, 2010
Ismail, rather Panch, as he used to be known, was always a fighter, evidenced by his Johanasburg divisional boxing title of 1954, but more precisely illustrated by his focus, determination and self-sacrifice in the pursuit of happiness for himself, his family, and the many he held dear. He was no preacher and only delivered when called upon, and delivered without fail. As a result, he reaped untold rewards. He may have finally lost the battle, but was so modest, I imagine that if he had the voice he’d only want to thank all those he had contact with, for the enrichment that they brought to his life. The fighting spirit served him well in an early life that can only describe as an adventure. Panch was born in Standarton, South Africa, and spent his figurative years with his three brothers and two sisters in the central Johanasburg District of Fordsburg. It was a great place…much night life, fifties cars, live jazz, and the ever present cinema were dereaugor. Panch developed a taste for sharp dressing with his fedora, white hankerchief, even a cravat was not unheard of, but all was not fun and games. His father, Suleimann, an orphan from the tiny village of Umerwada, and Rassool, his mother, from the near by, even smaller village of Verethi, wanted more for their children. Ismail and Baboo, his older brother, were called to higher education and because of the premature death of their father, they were responsible for funding the medical school for Fatima and Shabbier abroad.
Apartheid necessitated travel abroad for medical school. Ireland was the next stop. Once dad let it slip to me, that Ireland was the first place that he had really spoken to a woman, so of course, the new freedom for self-determination, and the assistance of the wonderful Patsy Nolan, he was allowed to blossom and flower. Thanks to his prowess as a poet, Patsy Nolan was soon Patricia Panchbaya. Soon after, I was born. The next task was to be close to move close to his mother Rassool. Due to Apartheid, Patricia and Ismail could not legally live together in South Africa. Botswana was the chosen option. Life there was simple and Spartan but also sublime on occasion and even extravagant and colonial. Dad dealt with all manner of ailments, even performing complicated surgery at night with the aid of the office light powered by the car battery. Thanks to his dedication and a sprinkling of charisma, Dr. Panchbaya was soon private doctor and friend to Sir Serettzi Kamma, the then President of Botswana. Life was not easy. The scorpions became tiresome and Canada was the next choice.
The job, Wetaskwin, the route, boat and a short drive across Canada; a new life, mosquitoes replacing scorpions. The left hand drive Volvo Amazon, packed with cooking utensils, topped off with sacks of Rice made the journey another adventure. The chief of Hoebeama substituted for the exotics of Africa. Three years and it was bright lights, big city, Sherwood Park. Family expansion was the next task with due flourish, my sister, Roshan, “the star” arrived on the scene. Now dad had it all. He could sit back and relax. On Saturday, or maybe Sunday, maybe Sunday between four and six, if there were no calls, no deliveries, or no fatal accidents. It was the easy life, or at least that’s the way my dad loved it. A challenge, lots of work, Roshan to share his precious chocolates with. Sunday morning serving Patsy his special Chili French toast in bed. Maybe later a trip to Meca, i.e. COSTCO….even if he didn’t need it….even if he didn’t want it….if it was a good price, maybe he had better get two. All the more reason to learn plumbing next weekend.
Ismail loved work, made a conscious effort to spread cheer, but never sugar coated it. “All Bran Cereal” could solve any ailment. But most of all, dad cared for all those around him. Dad often walked on water. After all, plumbing didn’t come as easily as Medicine. Dad, we will always miss you. I know you need some rest. I am so glad that you never had to give up work.
August 20, 2010
We felt a great sadness reading about Dr. Panchabaya passing away so suddenly. Our prayers are with you Pat, and your children. God Bless all of you.
The Carstens Family
Sherwood Park
Grace Bunting
August 19, 2010
Panchbaya Family. Dr. Panchbaya was our family's first doctor in Sherwood Park in the early 70's for many years. He was a very patient and caring doctor. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Don & Grace Bunting & Family Sherwood Park
August 19, 2010
Dear Patsy,Roshan and Mohamed, We are so sorry to hear of Ismails sudden passing. He was a true gentleman, kind and gentle to all who met him,
Our deepest condolences ,Eugene Rose and family.
Karen Wells
August 19, 2010
Pat and family, Sorry to learn of the passing of Ismail. I never had the opportunity to know him, but whenever Pat talked of him I knew she was a lucky woman!!
Karen Wells
August 18, 2010
Dear Pat and family... We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Dr. Panchbaya, he was our family doctor for quite some time. He will be sadly missed.
Douglas and Susan Easby and Family
Patrick Nolan
August 18, 2010
Dear Patsy,Mohamed and Roshan.So sorry to hear of Ismail's sudden passing.On his visits to Ireland we always found him to be so kind ,generous,and considerate.He will be sorely missed.You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time-Patrick ,Emily and family.
August 18, 2010
Our condolences to the passing to the Panchbaya family on the passing of Ismail. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.
With deepest sympathy,
Vivian, Rosaleen, Dara and Liam.
Frank Kelly
August 18, 2010
Patsy,Roshan and Mohamed our deepest sympathy on your sad loss.Ismail was a true gentleman with a rare sense of compassion and understanding.We were blessed to have known and to have shared in part of his life.We will remeber you all in our prayers at this difficult time
Love Frank Annette and Family
Galway Ireland
August 18, 2010
Patsy,Roshan and Mohamed our deepest sympathy on your sad loss.We will always have fond memories of Ismail he was a real gentleman a man of rare compassion and understanding We are blessed to have known him and to have shared in part of his life.We are thinking of you at this time and will remember you in our prayers
Love Frank Annette and Family
Galway Ireland
Sheila Deppner
August 18, 2010
Sorry to hear of your loss.Dr.Panchbaya was my Doctor as a child and my daughters Doctor.He was a very kind man.My condolences to the enitre family
August 18, 2010
Patsy, Roshan and Mohamed. I was very sorry to hear of Ismail's passing. It must have been a shock to you all. I always liked Ismail, he had a lovely unpretentious and very endearing way about him. Gabriel and I are truly sorry for your loss.
Love Margaret
August 18, 2010
Dear Pat and family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. Dr. Panchbaya was our family doctor for many years and we all have fond memories of him and you. The Dibben Family
Thinking of you in your time of sorrow. Carol Smith (Richard) and family.
Nuala Nolan
August 18, 2010
Dear Patsy, Roshan and Mohamed -Sorry to hear of Ismail's death. He was a very generous man who had a great love for his family. He will be sadly missed by us here in Galway. My though are with you all today
Sincerely
Nuala
Robin & Jenny Monk
August 18, 2010
Pat & Family. Our thoughts are with you upon the sudden loss of Dr. Panchbaya. We have known you for 37 years and have many fond memories of him both as a friend and family Doctor.
Robin & Jenny Monk & family.
Stony Plain, Alberta.
Elaine Denet
August 18, 2010
Patricia, Roshan & Mohamed - My deepest condolences on your loss. I remember Dr. Panchbaya well as he was our family doctor when we lived in Sherwood Park. May all your cherished memories sustain you through this difficult time.
Shane McElligott
August 18, 2010
Dear Aunty Patsy, Mohammed and Roshann,
just a few thoughts to share.....I will always remember Uncle Ismail as a man of great wisdom and generosity. My mom and dad always consulted with him when they sought any business or medical advise. They knew that his counsel was honest and knowledgable.
On the artistic side, Ismail knew how to dress well and always looked good. He had a good taste for fashion; wearing the best in designer suits.
We will all miss him dearly.
with deepest sympathy from your nephew,
Sharon Tomaras
August 18, 2010
Patricia, Mohamed and Roshan,
Our condolences to you at this difficult time. Ismail was a very dear man. Wishing you strength to heal and comfort you, blessings of love upon you, and its peace abide with you.
Sharon (Lukay) Tomaras and Robyn (Easby) Pearce
Katie Winter
August 18, 2010
Panchbaya Family,
Hold on to your precious memories.
Katie Winter
Darlene Easby
August 18, 2010
Pat, Roshan and Mohamed,
We were so sad to hear about Dr. Panchbaya.So many of our childhood memories include your family and growing up together on Keith Road. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Yvette , Keith and Natasha Reichert (Fung)
August 17, 2010
Pat, Roshan and Mohamed
We are so saddened to hear about Ismail passing. He has such a gentle soul and a sweet laugh. Keith really enjoyed sitting next to him at Mom's surprise party. And, Natasha enjoyed his company many times at the Folk Fest. I, myself, have many fond memories of him over the years. We'll be keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
August 17, 2010
Pat and family....So sorry to read about the loss of Dr. Panchbaya. May you have many treasured memories to keep close to your hearts. Dianne and Brian Archibald (Sherwood Park)
Jane and Gordon Fung
August 17, 2010
Thinking of you, our prayers are with you.
We have fond memories of Ismail.....sitting on the hill at Folkfest and listening to the music, having a cup of tea.
We will miss him.
We wish we could be there for you right now.
Love,
Gin breau
August 17, 2010
sorry for your loss!!
tara and mike martin
August 17, 2010
Patricia,
We are so sorry to hear about Ismail. We had a wonderful visit with you last Fall in Vancouver.
You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Love to Roshan and Mohamed.
Donna Racine
August 17, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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