James Douglas Lorenz

Dr Lorenz was a great doctor to my grandparents, my mother, my siblings and myself. It always seemed like a family member we were off to visit more than a doctors appointment. I have thought about him over the years, and just came across his obituary. My condolences to his family. He was a wonderful man

goodday i just found out about dr lorenz passing today from my dentist. im very sorry. i was a patient of his for quite a long time, actually when he took over for dr waldorf i knew he was sick and he was in and out for the previous year. had hoped he would get better. sorry for your loss

I just found out about Jim's passing today from the SDA Recorder. I knew Jim in Guadalajara for the 3 years we were there and during our 5th Pathway program at White Memorial.
I thought of Jim as a mentor and have thought of him often since then. His integrity, gentle leadership and genuine interest in others
was a rarity and truly set an example to others. God's Blessings on his family.

Our sincere condolences to the Lorenz Family. Dr. Lorenz was truly a one of a kind amazing physician. He was our family physician from the time he started at TMC until he retired. He would always take that extra step and make that personal phone call to our home each and every time any of our family members had seen him in the office, always showing such compassion and concern. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers to the Lorenz Family.

Laura and I wanted to express our sincere condolences to Dr. Lorenz's family. Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you all. We know that Dr. Lorenz is now in heaven and I hope that may give you all a sense of relief during this difficult time. God Bless you all. With love, -Paul and Laura

Dr. Lorenz was one of the most amazing people and doctors I have ever met. He always treated myself and my family with such wonderful care and concern. We never felt rushed and always took the time to really listen. Dr. Lorenz was truly one of a kind. May God Bless his family during this difficult time. Rest in Peace Dr. Lorenz. Sonia Molina and family

Dr.Lorenz was one of the most caring doctor's and we'll miss him terribly, if it hadn't been for him, I don't believe our daughter would have survived toxic shock, he knew she needed to be in Oakland's Children's Hospital and that our local hospital didn't have the capabilities of treating such a sick child, she was 13 at the time, we spent 3 1/2 weeks there while she fought for her life. I remember a subsequent visit with Dr. Lorenz and he said to me, I don't know if you believe in miracles and I said yes I did because I know we had both witnessed a miracle in my daughter coming back from the brink of death.

Know that our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Jonette Tornquist

Jim was truly a wonderful person; so kind, so quiet and never drawing attention to himself. I share with the family the pain of witnessing his struggle and passing but pray for their strength and hope, the hope of eternal life and a reunion in heaven.

Jim was one of the nicest guys in our class at Shattuck, Oklahoma class of 61. I'm sorry Jim couldn't attend our 50th class reunion in May but I hope he enjoyed the video we made for him.

Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends at this most difficult time. Jane Girton Hutchins

Jim was one of the dearest young men in our class, Sr. of '61. I am sorry for the suffering he endured but most pleased he is now with Jesus. I feel the grief of his family and wish for them strength and hope, the eternal hope. Jan Langley Janes, Maysville, AR

Dr. Lorenz was our family physician since 1987 and delivered two of our daughters. What a truly wonderful man he was. He always made us feel as though we were his only patients, and very important. I have found that he made everyone feel that way. God Bless his family during this time. And thank you for allowing us to have such a dedicated physician. He will be missed.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family, Dr. Lorenz was our families doctor ever since he started in Turlock. You couldn't ask for a more caring, thoughtful or loved person, he will be missed beyond words..."

Truly a wonderful physcian and person. Our family has missed him since his battle started. Our thoughts are with his family.

Jim was not only our physician but a dear friend too. He always took time to sit and chat during our visits and never forgot to ask about our family and life in general. A wonderful man with a heart like no other. Our prayers go to Cindy and the years you have spent by his side as he endured his illness, God bless you, and his family during this time. He will never be forgotten!

We have known Dr.Lorenz since he first came to EMC and always knew him as compassionate about his patients and a friend of the staff who worked with him. He always could make anyone laugh with his humor and easy smile. Our condolence and prayers to Cindy and all the family. We will always remember Dr Lorenz as the wonderful person he is! Jim & Debbie Sylvia

I am so saddened by the death of Dr Lorenz. He was our family Doctor from the time he arrived at TMC until he retired. As so many others have already written he was an amazing man & Dr. He was so good to us when our 19 yo son was killed, he always had such compassion and concern for our well being. I will miss him, until we meet again. May the Lord bless and comfort you, his family, as he has comforted all who knew him.

To Cindy, Cara and Drew, Jeremy and Kristen, and Lindsay,
I was honored to be included in this special day of remembrance of Jim. He definitely was a well loved man and always so kind.
I never heard him complain of having to go through this suffering. I hope you find peace in that memory. He only wanted the best for all of you and I think he gave it to you. He will be missed by all, but I know that he will be missed most by you Cindy. He will always be a part of you.
Remember this also: Time is the only thing that will give you what you need. Cindy and Jim; Your Love was Timeless

We had the privelege of meeting Dr. Lorenz at Brandel when he was a patient there. Our father was there also and they shared a room. He became a friend. Cindy, you and your family have our sympathy. The John Jantz family

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Lorenz family. Dr. Lorenz delivered each of my children and continued as our family physician until insurance changes resulted in a change of doctors. I loved his compassion, his sense of humor and he was wonderful with his patients be they young or old. He will be greatly missed. God Bless you Dr. Lorenz...

I have know Doctor Lorenz since 1988 when I went to work at tmc. I also had the priviledge of him being my docto, no matter how bad my day was he would always tease me and make me smile. This is a great loss he will be missed.

Jeannie Shipley Zarbano

I have had the privilege of being a patient of Dr. Lorenz from the time that he started his practice in Turlock until his retirement. Never have I received better care and always with a sense of humor. My condolences to his family. He was the best.

My sympathies go out to the Lorenz family. My parents were patients of his from the time he started his practice in Turlock. They always respected his medical expertise, but almost as importantly, they respected his gentle way with them. When my father passed away, he was so caring with my mother. She was so very upset when Dr. Lorenz became ill and she had to see another MD. Her comments were always..."Dr. Lorenz always did it THIS way!". He left such a positive mark on everyone he touched. The world was a better place because of him. Blessing to all of you.
Sincerely,
Sheryl Garcia

To the Lorenz Family my deepest condolences. Dr. Lorenz treated my terminally ill Mother in 1992. She admired him so much. We the family had a meeting in his office regarding our Mother's illness and he cried more than we did. His compassion for his patients knew no bounds. Oh, how Mom looked forward to Dr. Lorenz's friday night house calls. May you rest in peace.

Dr. Lorenz your a wonderful man i guess GOD needed a wonderful doctor you will be missed by all rest in peace and GOD bless your family. Mike;Sandy Stafford

you were a very good Doctor u treated my gradma and dad before they passed away and u also treated m mom R.I.P the best doctor ever known

I am so very sorry to hear about Dr. Lorenz passing and I offer my sincere condolences to his family. I had the pleasure and honor to work with him for many years in both ICU and Surgical floor and we were able to enjoy many exciting conversations on many topics.....he was truly one of those caring physicians that you felt comfortable with in every situation. We will miss him.

I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Lorenz at Turlock Medical Clinic for several years, and was also his patient. I have many fond memories of him. He was one of the kindest people I have ever had the pleasure of knowing, and the greatest doctor! He delivered my oldest son and put up with my many cuckoo questions. I will miss you, Dr. Lorenz!

I worked for Turlock Medical Clinic in the 80's and Dr. Lorenz was a wonderful man. May he rest in peace and may God bless his family and give them strength during this difficult time.

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.