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John Kalata Obituary
John C. Kalata, D.O., 90, of Erie died Saturday, June 20, 2015, at his residence.
He was born in Erie on October 17, 1924, son of the late John and Victoria Mikolajczyk Kalata.
Dr. John was a U.S. Army Veteran of World War II, during which he was captured and held as a Prisoner of War. He received the Bronze Star.
Dr. John graduated from Holy Trinity Grade School, St. John Kanty Prep, and Gannon College, then Kansas City College of Osteopathic Medicine. He served his internship at Doctors Osteopathic Medicine in Erie. Dr. John served as an Osteopathic Family Physician on Erie's east side from 1960 until the time of his retirement in 2014. He was a longtime member of St. Hedwig Church. He was devoted to his Catholic faith, Polish heritage, patients and his family. Dr. John enjoyed reading, watching sports and trivia.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Mercedes Shade Kalata; sisters, Agnes Kalata and Nellie Kozlowski; and brother, Walter Kalata.
Survivors include his children, Dr. John J. Kalata and his wife Roberta of Erie, David Kalata of Los Angeles, Calif., Dr. Michael Kalata and wife Jennifer of Trenton Mich., Kathryn Martin of Erie and Amy Paszkowski and husband Pete of Erie; grandchildren, Christopher, Andrew, Jennifer, Michael and Carolyn Kalata and Victoria Martin; and many nieces and nephews.
The family would like to thank the many caregivers at home and Millcreek Community Hospital for the care they provided for our Dad.
Friends may call at the Carl A. Slomski & Son Funeral Home Inc., 2101 Ash St., on Monday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Tuesday 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., and may attend a service there Wednesday at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Funeral Mass at St. Hedwig Church at 10 a.m.
Entombment will be in Mary Queen of Peace Mausoleum.
Memorials may be made to the LECOM Scholarship Fund, 1858 West Grandview Blvd., Erie, PA 16509, or to the Vincentian Father's Retirement Fund, DePaul Provincial House, 234 Keeney St., Manchester, CT 06040.
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Susan Angelotti
June 16, 2020
Dear Dr. Kalata, Im remembering your father today. He was my doctor long before you were! Very good doctor. I hope many memories of him bring you smiles.
PS. Im also remembering you and hoping all is going well for you.
Luis Ocasio
June 2, 2016
I am saddened to hear of Dr Kalata's passing; I was a patient of his when I lived in Erie. Always kind and professional tribute to the medical profession. All the best to him and his surviving family!!!
Dyan Baker
November 11, 2015
Dearest Dr. Kalata Sr, let's keep you in our deepest thoughts today and always. It's veterans day he served our country and sacrificed his life for everyone in the world. Bless his wonderful heart for his gift.
Barb/ dyan Baker
August 4, 2015
Dr. John, j- i am deeply saddened by your loss what an influence your father had on your life and so many others. It is hard to forget someone who gave so much to remember. Just remember all the good times he gave you and his family, he is not gone he will live in our hearts forever. He would not want to see us cry as he is finding comfort in the arms of the angels above. So sorry, deepest sympathy to you and family always. Much love.
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July 16, 2015
I was a patient at 1 time of his,,was a very nice man,,, i am sorry for your lost.God bless you all maxine sherlock
Annemarie Carey
July 8, 2015
Kathy, Dave and the entire Kalata family-
I was so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. I only met him once or twice when we were at Mercyhurst and remember he was always wearing a big smile. May you find peace and comfort knowing that he now smiles eternally with Our Lord and is reunited with your beautiful Mom. With prayers and friendship-
Robert George
July 7, 2015
My deepest sympathy in the loss of your father.
Phillip Accardo
July 7, 2015
John was a dear classmate in medical school. He always had a smile and was liked by all. A loss to everyone.
Phillip Accardo, D.O.
Liz Clark
June 29, 2015
Dr. John was not only our family doctor, he was a great friend. My deepest sympathy to his beautiful family. Our thoughts and prayers to all.
Liz (Jarzomski) Clark
Sybil Conwell (Jackson )
June 29, 2015
John I'm so sorry for your loss. Your dad was an awesome man and a great Doctor.
Natasha Pearson
June 28, 2015
Sending my condolences on behalf of all the Sherrell and Burton family. A great doctor that has been in my family for years. He delivered me and was able to have my son treated by Dr. Kalata that was a blessing. May your legacy live on.
Pat Little
June 27, 2015
So sorry to hear about your Dads passing. He was admired by many.
Latonya Walker
June 27, 2015
May Jehovah God bless & keep you & yours, in Jesus name Amen. He was a loving Dr. & person. He took care of my mother, uncle & grandmother. Also helped me in my disability case. I'm so sorry for your loss. Your family is so blessed to have him as a father, we where so blessed to have him as a Dr. I pray his son will continue on his legacy. God bless you all.
Cathy Rawa-Cross
June 26, 2015
Dr. Kalata,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your father. It was a joy to have him take care of us when you couldn't fit us in. May he rest in eternal peace.
Cathy Rawa Cross
June 26, 2015
Dear Amy and family,
I am so sorry to hear about Dr. Kalata.
I just saw the obituary today. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. He was always such a gentleman and was so wonderful to his patients. He was the "old-fashioned" doc who spent a lot of time with his patients and listened to them and their stories. We are so sorry for your loss.
Vicky Wittuck, Brevillier Village
Susan Angelotti
June 26, 2015
Dear Dr. John Kalata and entire Kalata Family,
My sympathy on the death of Dr. John C. Kalata. Such a kind and caring physician. It sounds as though he led a full life and helped many along the way. How much more can we ask for? My thoughts and prayers are with you.
June 25, 2015
My sincere sympathy to the family. It was a pleasure working with him and his patients loved him. That says a lot about a physician. Sincerely, Laura Czulewicz Reese, DO and family
Lisa Sobek-Clark
June 25, 2015
John and Roberta and family have very fond memories of Dr. Kalata He was always so nice and respectful and truly cared about his patients
Marcia (Pietrasiewicz) Calabrese
June 24, 2015
May he rest in peace now and forever, Amen. Dr.Kalata cared for me and my family in childhood from the house on 6th street and then on the corner office at 8th & Parade. I was injured when I was 11 at school. My Mom took me to his office. I was going into shock and he ran from the room and told my Mom I had to get to the hospital. I needed/had surgery. Dr. Kalata rounded on me every morning at 5:30. He was one of a kind and extraordinarily dedicated. I became a nurse myself from this personal experience. Rest in peace good and blessed loving man.
Robert and Shirley Walker
June 24, 2015
To the greatest Doctor we will ever know, as well as a great man
Peggy Schneider
June 24, 2015
Dr. John and family so very sorry and sadden by your loss. He was a wonderful man and doctor. I wil be forever
grateful to him for saving my Kristie 40 years ago.
Patricia Plyler
June 24, 2015
Sorry for your loss. Our condolences to the family. He was a great guy.
Tiffany Lamothe
June 24, 2015
Dr. Kalata I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your father. You have been our family doctor my whole life. You and your dad of course. Please find peace and comfort from all of the love sent your way at this time. I'm lucky to have had you both in my life. Rest in peace old man.
Christine Niedzwiecki-Ferrare
June 24, 2015
Kathy, David, Dr John and Amy ... I am sorry for your loss. Hoping you find comfort in the words and memories so many are leaving here. I imagine your dad would have had the same adjectives used to describe him even if he had chosen a different profession, but how blessed our city was by the fact he chose to be a Dr.
Jodi Suchar
June 24, 2015
Dr. John J. And Family,
I am deeply sadden by Dr Kalata's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time. He was a genereous, kind and caring man. I will miss him.
antonio guerrero
June 24, 2015
M AY Condolences to kalata Family Hi is the Good doctor ever. Thanks doctor.
Panchitta Robinson
June 24, 2015
My condolences to the Kalata family. Dr. John Kalata was our family physician when I was a little girl.
Brenda DiMassi
June 24, 2015
Thank you for all your great care .. best Doctor ever .... Rest in peace ... you sure new how to take very good care of me always had the sore throat.... that shot of penicillin always got rid of this and quickly ... I love you Doc...
Brenda M. Dimassi.
RIP.... THE BEST .
louis wieczorek
June 24, 2015
My condolences to the family.
Jackie Allen
June 24, 2015
I was a patient of Dr. Kalata for over 20 years when I lived in Erie. He was a wonderful doctor and a very caring man. My deepest sympathy to his family. He will be missed.
Michael Kleiner
June 24, 2015
Terrific doctor, terrific man! Our community is missing a great person. May God bless your family and grant you all serenity!! We are less without him.
Jackie Ward Jordan
June 24, 2015
Revere Ward family. I remember D.o.Kalata as a child. Did not know he was still practicing. I give my condolence to the family. Thank you he was a great help to my family while I was young. I pray god keep you during this time.
Richard Olson
June 24, 2015
John was my primary care doctor from almost the beginning of his practice. I went to the VA in 2005 but kept in contact. My wife was still seeing him. A truly great man, not in it for the money, but caring for and about people. A great Doctor and a friend. God bless and keep you John.
Richard Olson
June 23, 2015
Condolences to the family. And thanks for lending this great man to the world for so many years. He was open and kind to everyone. Today's world could learn from him.
Therese Brown
June 23, 2015
Sorry for your loss you have my condolences. He took care of me as a child and worked with my grandmother. I still remember the banana medicine he prescribed me. Will be praying for the Kalata family.
Ronald McClelland Sr.
June 23, 2015
To The Kalata Family,My Heart Is Heavy At The Lost Of A Great Doctor,Great Dad,Husband,Grandpa.He Truly Was A Excellent Compassion And Caring Dr. & Friend.He Surely Could Have Taught Some Erie Drs.A Thing Or Two.His Itelligents Were Beyond Words.I Will Miss Him Deeply When I Come Into The Office.Again Am So Sorry To You All For His Loss.Bless You & Remember His Work On Earth Is Done But God Has Big Plans For This Special Man.A Life Long Patient.
Ron McClelland Sr...
gail hoh
June 23, 2015
to the kalata family,
so very sorry to hear the passing of dr kalata. he was a wonderful dr who i will never forget. r.i.p.
Judy Thomas family
June 23, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Shawn Thompson
June 23, 2015
Rip Doc a good man who served the community with Humbleness.
John Kleiner
June 23, 2015
Prayerful condolences to Dr. Kalata's family, friends & associates. I first visited as a patient in August 1986. Dr. Kalata did the right thing at the right time by either his own prescription or by referrals to specialists. No matter. He always knew the best things for his favorite people-all and each of us. Now Our Lord knows the best thing and best place for him. Dziekujim!
Ron Parkowski
June 23, 2015
So sorry for your loss Dr. John was a very good man.
Stacy and Vicky McHenry
June 23, 2015
Very sorry for your families loss, he was a very caring doctor.
chanel troop
June 23, 2015
My deepest sympathy goes out to Dr. Kalata/Family ....A Legendary Doctor that my family will never forget...(Salter,Carr,Troop,Barnes,Dorsey,family)...I believe /know in my heart Erie,Pa will greatly miss....
Dianne Bradley
June 23, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. He was a genuine doctor who really cared. God Bless.
Salanic Dawn
June 23, 2015
Dr John.J.Kalata and family; so very sorry to hear about the passing of a wonderful man.This man has been in our family for over 50yrs you came along to care for the community as your father did.you have the same smile and service like your father with great spirit he will never be forgotten because he is in you thank you for the services you today are still providing to all prayers and thoughts are with you and with your family
Cindy Flynn
June 23, 2015
To Dr. John Jr. and Family, Your are in my prayers. Your Dad always was smiling and happy and full of energy every time I saw him in the office. We cherish the care that you and your Dad gave all the time to your patients. You 2 are rare in this world today.
Brenda DiMassi
June 23, 2015
I LOVED HIM...
Brenda ..DiMassi
larraine sarti
June 23, 2015
so sorry for your loss. I so enjoyed working at Metro Health Center,this is a great loss to our community. my prayers are with your whole family during this difficult time.
June 23, 2015
So sorry for your loss. He was my mother's family doctor for many many years, he listened to her and she loved him. The many times I brought her in he was the kindest dr. I had ever met. Thank you Dr. Kalata, we are blessed to have known you. Carol Scott Troy, OH
Sheryl Sweeney
June 23, 2015
Dear Kathy and Victoria,
My deepest sympathy to you both as your mourn the loss of your father and grandfather. It sounds like he was a great man who lived a wonderful life. May you always cherish your memories of him.
Love,
The Sweeney Gals
June 23, 2015
Dr.JC Kalata and Family our deepest sympathy for your loss from Dr.Anthony Ferretti, Dr. Joshua Tuck, Julie and Allyson from LECOM Orthopedics.
ronda turner/kerr
June 23, 2015
the the family we are sadden to here of your dads passing he was a great man and had been our family doc for many years may he rip our condolences to each of yous
Mary Ann Tronetti
June 23, 2015
Dr. John J. and family - I only met your Dad a couple of times but he always had a smile on his face. I am sure that he was very proud of the excellent and caring doctor and son that you are. May the grace of God fill your hearts and ease your sorrows.
God Bless
Robert Mickens
June 23, 2015
So Sorry to hear about your loss. Dr. Kalata has been a great doctor, and kind person to our family for over forty years. We were so Blessed to have him attend to our medical needs. God Bless your family. From the children of Barbara Burton(Jeffery,Robert,Kevin and Natasha.
Rachel Burton
June 23, 2015
Our deepest sympathy goes out to your family. Dr. Kalata was our family Doctor for 55 years. The professionalism that he served our family was amazing. What a great man.
Dan Borden
June 23, 2015
My memories of Dr. Kalata are of a kind, gentle and caring man. His voice always calmed me when I was a child and he had to examine me or give me a shot.
My thoughts are with all of Dr. John's family.
Linda Rihel
June 23, 2015
So sorry for your loss. He will be greatly missed@
June 23, 2015
Dr.John and family you have my deepest sympathy and prayers. Your father took care of my entire family and my mom and dad also. He was a great doctor and man. The Swiderski family
Vern & Norma Roberts
June 23, 2015
Sorry to hear about your loss. Dr. Kalata gave us our physicals when we got 37 years ago. Our prayers are with the family.
Jeff Martin
June 23, 2015
Dr. Kalata was not only the nicest guy I ever met, he was the SMARTEST! Read books by the thousands! Heaven is now a more intelligent place. R.I.P. to the most wonderful father in law i could have ever hoped for.
June 23, 2015
God bless you and your family..
Ann Drulia
June 23, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Brenda DiMassi
June 23, 2015
Very sad to hear of Dr. Kalata's passing .... seemed like he was never to leave us ....He was my favorite ...actually my family Doc...since childhood ...never forgot when he pearced me and my sisters ears ad a small child .... He was always a very pleasant happy go lucky type of guy .
.love you ... Now I have his son and this is awesome .....RIP miss us Doc.. Brenda M. DiMassi.
Pat Fedak
June 23, 2015
Sad to hear the passing of Dr.Kalata Sr who took great care of my family and bless to have a son who has the same passion,affection and attention embeded by his father to continue that care for me and my family. In our prayers.
Sara Dancy
June 23, 2015
So sad to hear of his passing, he was our family doctor for over 40t years. He was a good man.
June 23, 2015
Dr. Kalata was a great man. He was a learned man, a scholar, an excellent physician and a great philosopher. He knew so many people in Erie through his practice of medicine and he practiced well into his 80's. He was one of Erie's most esteemed citizens respected by all. He had only friends, no one ever spoke ill of the man. We were lucky to have him in this community for so many years as a treasured asset. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him. He is with the Lord now and the Angels are rejoicing for this man and a life well lived. My deepest sympathies to his family, may they take comfort in my words praising their father, he was a man's man, a man among men.
Charlotte Wensel
June 23, 2015
I would take my siblings in a wagon to his office on East 6th Street in the 60's so he could fix their broken bones or give them a shot. He would make house calls to our home and even one on an Easter Sunday. What a wonderful man. My sympathy to the family.
Nancy (Lackovic) Hartsfield
June 23, 2015
Your Dad was such a giving man. He made my Dad feel like an old friend whenever he came to see him. I will never forget my Dad's last office visit with him. Doc walked in and sat on the exam table with my Dad and they talked about the WWII.They shook hands and your Dad turned to me and said, "You know your Dad's a hero, right?" Your Father was never boastful and to my Dad who only had an 8th grade education he made him feel that they were equals. After my Dad passed away, my sister called the office and within the hour he called her back to offer his condolences. My sister said he sounded like he lost a friend not a patient. That is why he was so loved and why he will be missed. I know above all else though,he would say his greatest achievement was his children. Blessings to all of you.
Ann Weber-Durlin
June 23, 2015
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Ann Weber-Durlin
June 23, 2015
To the family/ your father and grandfather was my family dr as a kid, and then later on my children my husband and I all went to him.. What a great caring, Doctor and person he was. He was also my mother's Doctor. She always got a kick out of the fact that he still showed up in the office. So when she said she went to the doctors she would say. today I saw both drs, or I saw old Dr Kalata, or young Dr. Kalata.. He will be deeply missed .. my mom passed away March 31,2011 your Dad came to the funeral parlor.. Rose C Weber Our thoughts and prayers are with you all..
barb wilcox
June 22, 2015
so sorry to hear the passing of dr kalata. he took care of me and my mom for many years. with deepest sympthany. r.i.p.
Peggy Vommaro
June 22, 2015
My sympathy to the family on the passing of this compassionate physician. He knew me as a patient and a nurse. Ever kind. Ever smiling. Rest in peace.
Theresa (Terri) Jarzomski
June 22, 2015
Johnny, David ,Michael, Kathy & Amy, so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. There are many fond memories from back when we were young and your dad was our family doctor, also many memories of us growing up together and going to your house after Sunday mass at St. Hedwig church.
Always keep the great memories in your hearts.
May he rest in peace!
Karen Villa Schweinfurth
June 22, 2015
Dr. John, my condolences on the loss of your father. He was my first employer out of high school. He cared for my family for many years, as you have as well. I am saddened by this news but heaven got a great angel.
Debby Bill and Ryan Ziegler
June 22, 2015
So sorry for your loss.
June 22, 2015
John ,
I am so sorry to hear about your dad. You and your family are in my thoughts. I talk about your dad at work all the time. He taught me so much as a new nurse.
Ceda
Erin McKinney
June 22, 2015
Prayers for the family. He was a kind man. His patients loved him. Often he would bring in little things to them. He would treat them all with respect. Spent time talking, and listening to them. Always showing everyone some TLC.
Mary & Bill Law & family
June 22, 2015
Our deepest sympathy. Dr. Kalata was a fine man.
June 22, 2015
Dr.Kalata and family,sorry for your loss. He was not only a Dr ,but a kind and caring man. Your parents did a very good job raising their children.They cared for you's when you's were young and their children took care of them when they grew old. Sincerely
BOB and Sue Kern
Barb Spaeder
June 22, 2015
Amy and Kathy,
My deepest sympathy to all of your families on your loss.
Kathy Weisman
June 22, 2015
TO the Kalata Family in the 1980's I was
a volunteer in Medical Education at
Doctors's Hospital. Your Father was always very respectful to everyone and
anyone. Always had a smile on his face.
He was a " Old Fashion Doctor" who cared for his patients. Including my
Mother in Law Betty.
I know he will be missed by all
Paula VanBuskirk
June 22, 2015
Dr Kalata I am sorry for your loss. He was always one of my favorite physicians to work with. I know your family and his patients whose lives he has touched will miss him tremendously. Thoughts, prayers and sympathies to you and your entire family.
Kathy Izzo
June 22, 2015
John, Bert & Kathy,
Sorry to hear of your father's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathy Izzo
Karen Fritts
June 22, 2015
Such a nice man and easy to work with. He truly cared about his patients. Blessings to his family.
Scott Flynn Kathy Steele
June 22, 2015
Such a kind and gentle heart. Doctor John C. received his wings on Saturday . Many people have been truly blessed to have had him in their lives. May you be comforted in the words of sympathy from those who knew him .
Saundra Carlson
June 22, 2015
Dr. Kalata, my thoughts and prayers to you and your family on the loss of your Dad.
Karen Lewis
June 22, 2015
John, Kathy, David, Michael & Amy I am sorry the loss of your dad. He was a genuine man who cared about his patients and his family. May he RIP. He will be with your mom, Leona and the rest of your family.
The Currier Family
June 22, 2015
Family ,
Your Dad was our family doctor for many years and was very capable and kind.
I remember as a young child getting my annual Penicillin shot when we got colds, Ah the good ol' days :)
Renae Hicks
June 22, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Vona Family
June 22, 2015
Dr. John and the entire Kalata family we are very sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers are with you all through this difficult time
Natalie & Ken Chrostowski
June 22, 2015
John so sorry for the loss of your DAD he was a wonderful man. You know that! He will always be with you in your heart and the memories you shared. He is watching you still but hes with your mom. Hes at peace.
June 22, 2015
Our deepest sympathy to the entire Kalata family. We are lucky to have his son Dr. Michael Kalata carry on his legacy of caring and kindness.
~ Oakwood SouthShore Medical Center
IMCU
June 22, 2015
Sympathy and prayers for all. Dr. John had a good, long life. Time now for Heaven's rest and peace for him. Maybe, he will meet patients he took care of on earth! jojo (Trenton, Mi)
James Gerboc
June 22, 2015
As a sales representative who years ago stopped into his office from time to time, I will always remember Dr John C reading to me some small passage or proverb from his little book that added a bit of wisdom and humor to my day. He was a fine person, physician, and father who loved his family, patients and life. He will be missed. My heart and prayers go out to his family.
diana ludwig
June 22, 2015
John was a outstanding person and will be greatly missed.. John Jr. sorry for your loss.
June 22, 2015
I remember going to see Dr Kalata when I was a child and my siblings ,he was a very kind and wonderful man,may he rest in Peace, he worked so hard .My sincere sympathy to his family Sincerely Kelly Swasing
Sr Rose Kuzma, OSF
June 22, 2015
May Doctor Kalata rest in peace. He was a great Doctor for so many of our family. We are very grateful for all he did for us.
Michael Dalton
June 22, 2015
Dr.Kalata was my doctor from birth.He always had a smile on his face and always had time to talk to you.You never felt like a number or a bother to him.He was definitely a legend in his profession and will be greatly missed by all. R.I.P. Doc.
Colleen Nelligan-Dumas
June 22, 2015
Dr. Kalata took care of my family, to include my mother and grandmother, for many, many years. I'm so sorry to learn of his passing, and send my prayers and thoughts to the Kalata family.
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