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LEROY S. INDORATO M.D.
1942 - 2014
LEROY S. INDORATO M.D.
1942 - 2014
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LEROY INDORATO Obituary
LEROY S., M.D.
Widely beloved pediatrician, died peacefully at his North Side home on Sunday, October 26, 2014, with his loving spouse, Robert Slick, and son, David, at his side. He was 72. Leroy - known to friends and family as "Lee" and to patients as "Dr. Lee" - was born in Easton, PA, on January 14, 1942, to Connie and Phil Indorato. His grandmother "Nanna," who emigrated from Sicily to the United States, also was a very significant influence in his life. Both of Lee's parents were master tailors at Strongwear Pants Co., and although he had aspirations of becoming an architect, his mother and father persuaded him to attend medical school instead. After earning his bachelor's degree from La Salle University in Philadelphia in 1963, he attended the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, graduating in 1967. He completed his internship and residency in pediatrics at Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. He then went into private practice with several fellow residents based at West Penn Hospital in Bloomfield, where he did instrumental work in the pediatric burn unit and helped to develop the Level III neonatal intensive care unit for treatment of the sickest infants. In 1972, Lee and two partners, Drs. Harold Glick and Sheldon Levine, formed GIL Pediatric Associates, with an office in the East End of Pittsburgh and a Murrysville location. It marked the beginning of what would be a successful business partnership and an extraordinary lifelong friendship for the three doctors as they worked side by side for 45 years. In that time, their practice grew to become one of the largest pediatric practices in the Pittsburgh region, and as CCP-GIL, one of the four founding members of Children's Community Pediatrics, part of Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC. Throughout his distinguished career, Lee cared for and treated thousands upon thousands of children and adolescents, always with true compassion and the same meticulous attention to detail he applied to every aspect of his life. In an age of epidemic medical testing, he was a brilliant old-fashioned diagnostician with skilled hands, careful listening skills and an encyclopedic knowledge of pediatric medicine. His bedside manner was unfailingly warm and tender, although his patients knew better than to arrive late for an appointment. They would travel from across the tri-state area to visit "Dr. Lee," many of them second - and third - generation families of the practice. Hundreds of parents, grandparents and children gathered (on time) to thank him for his many years of service at a retirement celebration this past June. A respected scholar, Lee was named an associate clinical professor of pediatrics at the University of Pittsburgh. He was a superb teacher and mentor for young doctors and medical students. He also served as the community representative on the newborn committee at Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC, working to ensure strong integration of pediatric physicians into the hospital's nurseries. Despite his many accomplishments, he always shunned the limelight and accolades, remaining humble at every turn. Insatiably curious with a sheer intellect, there was virtually no subject beyond Lee's knowing command, including antiques, flower arrangement and cooking. He applied the same passion he had for medicine to his culinary pursuits, and in 1981, he and Rob Slick opened Robert E. & Lee Food Company in Shadyside. The high-end catering business and gourmet market modeled after Dean & DeLuca in New York was ahead of its time for Pittsburgh. The shop, which closed in 1993, became locally famous for its decadent "chocolate intemperance" cake and catered high-profile events such as the black-tie opening of the new Pittsburgh airport and the 50th anniversary of Fallingwater. Lee was a loving and devoted father and active grandfather. He was deeply committed to his soulmate of nearly 50 years, and he and Rob were married in 2011 in East Hampton, NY, where they shared a second home. In addition to Rob, Lee is survived by his son, David Indorato, grandchildren, Steven and Elizabeth Indorato, brother, Anthony Indorato, nieces and nephews Erin, Andrea and Brian, beloved friends and the countless children and families he cared for up until the last month of his life. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, October 31, at 9:30 a.m. at St. Peter Church of St. Peter Parish, Arch and Ridge Sts., North Side. Donations in his memory may be made to the Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease Foundation (www.cjdfoundation.org) or to a charity of your choice. Arrangemenst by McCABE BROS, INC.
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Patrick
May 21, 2023
I'm sad to hear of Dr. Indorato's passing (and mortified that I'm learning of it so many years later). I was a frequent visitor to the Murrysville office of Drs. Indorato, Glick and Levine as a kid, and in terms of medical care it spoiled me for life - such great and empathetic care from three very wise and kind men. I hope his family, his husband and all who loved him know how much he was appreciated.
CHRISTIE A WAITE
February 2, 2023
I was a very young,nervous,new nurse. i was assigned to WPH Newborn Nursery.(1971). Dr.Indorato was always kind and gentle with me. i grew to respect and treasure his being. I never forgot him. He was a gift to life.
Peace and Grace to his entire family.
Kelley Benson
October 22, 2020
We often think about you. You left your mark on many and there is not a time when entering Children's Community Care that your presence isn't felt! Miss you! RIP.
Michelle Conley
February 27, 2020
My deepest sympathy. I live in Florida and have been out of touch. I love this man. I worked for him in 1969. He taught me how to cooked and we both had a love of antiques. He always gave me great decorating advice. You were so loved and admired by all that came in contact with you
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March 25, 2016
Rob
Just relocated been here couple
of weeks. Please know I am thinking of you.
Debra Goldman Bixby
Danielle McGinnis
January 13, 2016
I just learned of Dr. Indorato's death. While I am deeply saddened at the loss of this great man, I will be forever grateful he was my son's pediatrician for 18 years. During that time I came to care for him in a way I have never cared for a physician before and doubt that I shall again. Dr. Indorato was truly a gift to our family. His voice of reason calmed me through all of my son's illnesses and he became more than a family pediatrician. He was a mentor and guiding influence. Although some of his advice seemed over the top at the time, in hindsight he was always right. The world is a better place for him having been in it. He will be missed.
Judy Weisman 1980
March 2, 2015
I just found out that dr Indorato had died when I got my Pitt Med magazine. As a first year medical student I had the wonderful opportunity to shadow dr. Indorato for an afternoon. While I did not go into Peds i have always remembered what a wonderful doc and wonderful man he was. My sincere condolences to his family. Your spouse/father/grandfather will always be remembered by this surgeon.
November 16, 2014
Dr. Indorato was our daughters' doctor until he retired this year. He was one of the best clinicians we ever knew; full of wisdom and kindliness, eyes forever twinkling. We will miss him very much. Our thoughts and prayers are with him and his family.
Christianna and Ravi Ramani
Cheri DeBone
November 16, 2014
We were so sad to hear of Dr. Indorato's passing. He was our daughter and son's pediatrician from their births over 16 years ago. He was always warm and compassionate with his advice whether over the phone or in person. I will always carry his calming words with me as a mother and pass his advice onto my own children. Know that he was very much respected and will be missed by so many.
Susan Lent
November 3, 2014
My prayers and thoughts are with the family of Dr. Indorato. I am a co-worker of his brother Tony. May God grant you the peace you seek at this time of grief.
Donna Kruman Len Ferleger
November 2, 2014
My family and I valued Dr. Indorato's wisdom and kindness. We are saddened by his passing. We can't know why some things happen, but we can know that love and beautiful memories outlast the pain of grief. And we know that there's a place inside the heart where love lives always and where nothing beautiful can ever be forgotten.
Alex, Flavia, Ana Sofia, and Isabela Davit
November 2, 2014
We are saddened to hear the news of Dr. Indorato's passing so soon. He was our girls' pediatrician, and back in June, we were happy that he was at least able to meet our newborn for her first well child visit. We had wished that he had been able to enjoy a long retirement with his family, but alas, it was not to be. Our most sincere condolences to his family, and hope you are comforted by the fact that so many wrote such wonderful messages about his contributions to others. You are in our prayers.
November 2, 2014
Rob, Terry and I met you on our trip to Italy last November. We are so sorry to hear of Lee's passing. He was so much fun on our trip and he is too soon gone! Please tell David how sorry we are...it is a very painful time for all of you. Sincerely, Carole Timblin, Liberty Hills, New Sewickley, PA
Mike Shanley
November 2, 2014
I worked briefly at Robert & Lee in 1988. While I wasn't the best employee, I was continually impressed with Lee's work ethic and the vision he and Rob had for the shop. That has stuck with me. I am sorry for the loss of this great man.
Janet Bliek
November 2, 2014
Dear Rob,
So sorry to hear of Lee's passing. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. What a kind and sweet person,he will be missed. I always remember how nice he was when he came into Legends!!! What a great doctor!
November 1, 2014
Dear Rob, David, and Family,
Words cannot express my sorrow. You were both dear friends to Len and myself when I lived in Pittsburgh (Mexican War Streets). I am so sorry for your loss and hope your memories will comfort you in the days ahead. Virginia Richards Walker, San Jose, California
Chef Dan
November 1, 2014
Dear Lee,
May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face;
the rains fall soft upon your fields and until we meet again,
may God hold you in the palm of His hand.
RIP
November 1, 2014
To know him was to love him. He made you grow as a person. I only had the priviledge to know him for nine years while working at GIL. to Drs Glick and Levine you have lost a true friend and to Rob ypur relationship was one of true devotion. David he loved you and your children and you had a wonderful father and grandfather. He was so proud of his grandchildren and talked of them often with a smile in his voice. When I had to work with him on Sundays, my daughter would come with me and he would read her stories or color with her until patients arrived. She liked him very much. To GIl Pittsburgh staff, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Dr. I it was my priviledge. Bea
Peter & Bill Rocchio &Baxter
October 31, 2014
May the soul of this gentle and loving man rest in peace. Our deep Condolences to Rob.
October 31, 2014
Lee and I were classmates at LaSalle College 1959-1963 and were very good friends, I was the one who convinced Lee to go Pitt with me for medical school. We, Joanne and I, are very saddened to hear of his passing. Hewill always be in our prayers. He was pediatrician to our children and saved my youngest daughters life as an infant.
Joanne and George Benz [Goodyear, Az,]
tania Oliverio
October 31, 2014
What a wonderful doctor and person.Dr.Indorato treated my daugher Siena when she was young. He had such compassion and a warm personality. He will be greatly missed. Prayers for his family
Sandra Ciccarelli
October 31, 2014
My sincerest sympathy to the family of Dr .Indorato. My children were well taken care of by him. He was always a voice of reason and managed to calm me down through all of my children's sicknesses. I have such fond memories of him . May he rest in peace.
Kathleen Shepard
October 31, 2014
I am shocked and saddened to hear of Lee's death. He was one of my personally most revered pediatric colleagues, the trusted and caring pediatrician of my now grown sons, Chris & Nico, and he and Robert also catered several dinners at our home. He was truly a man for all seasons. My sincere condolences to Robert, David and the rest of his family. Kathleen Shepard, M.D.
Jen Donath
October 31, 2014
Thank you for taking such good care of our boys--Christian and Caden! You will be missed!
Phylis and Leo Dillon
October 31, 2014
The world was a better place for Lee Indorato having been in it. Rest Well.
October 30, 2014
My family and I were sorry to hear of your loss. Lee was a wonderful doctor to my children, Jay and Mia, throughout their childhood. He was caring, honest, and very thorough; the best. We remember him fondly. Jeanne Gentile
Li Liu
October 30, 2014
I am shocked to hear this sad news today. Dr. Indorato cared for my two daughters till this June. He was more than our family pediatrician. He was like a mentor. When I told him I intended to enter medical residency in the US, he allowed me to shadow him for a period of time. I witnessed the long-term relationship he has fostered with his patients and their families. I was amazed by his nurturing demeanor. I will always remember his kindness.
Michelle Taylor-McManus
October 30, 2014
My prayers go out to Dr. Indorato's family and friends. I was shocked to hear of his passing. My children have been cared by him intermittently over the years at GIL Pediatrics in Murrysville and he was an excellent clinician and kind person. I'm so sad to hear of his passing.
Joseph Trompeter
October 30, 2014
I met Lee in 1972 as a fourth year medical student at West Penn. He was handsome, recently divorced, and young and nice to me. He saved me a long hot walk home to The Ruskin a number of times. He took me furniture shopping. He treated me like a person which was an unusual way to treat medical students. I liked him, yet we were never close. Medical students didn't make friends with attending's in those days. When I came back as an Attending at West Penn, I was in a competitive practice. I was always sorry that we didn't become friends. I will never forget his kindness towards me. I am sorry to learn of his passing so young.
Karen Pennington
October 30, 2014
Dr. Indorato was a great m.d. but more than that he was a great person I had the privilage to work with at Magee. I remember once talking about retirement and he said he was going to retire in New York. He said we have a place in Long Island. That was years ago,but I will think of him there looking out over the ocean, finally being where he wished to be. God Bless his family and freinds. Karen Pennington
October 29, 2014
Dr. Indoors to was an outstanding & heart caring pediatrician! His care & concern for my daughters (over 30 years ago) will always remain in my heart. Our deepest sympathy, thoughts, & prayers are with his family and GIL"
Susan Layne
October 29, 2014
Dr. Indorato was my children's pediatrician from 1979 until they graduated high school. He was such a caring and compassionate physician and a truly gentle man with my kids. They did not fear going to see him, even if they knew they were due for shots. He had such a calming influence. They always looked forward to the pretzel sticks they received at the end of their visit. I hope that those he trained will follow his example of kindness and warmth when caring for children. My condolences to his family & friends.
Tanya Rath
October 29, 2014
My condolences to the family of Dr. Indorato and the physicians and staff at GIL Pediatrics. Dr. Indorato cared for my newborn twins recently and had the courtesy to care for me as a patient at the same time as well. He provided care and wisdom that can never be found in a medical textbook and only gained by years of experience. He will be greatly missed.
Nancy Bernauer
October 29, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with Dr Indoratos family and friends.so sad at his passing. It was an honor and privilege to have worked with him at Magee
October 29, 2014
I had the privilege of working with Dr. Indorato in NICU at West Penn for ten years. Not only was he an outstanding physician, his wide-ranging interests and sense of humor have kept him in my memories for the 30 years since then. My condolences go to his family and his associates on the loss of this fine human being. Linda Rowe
Cindy Welsh
October 29, 2014
So sorry to hear of Dr. Indorato's passing, I arrived once and once only late to an appointment as a fairly new mother of two with two appointments scheduled back to back. He was kind and new his medicine, we shared catering stories. I was happy to know him and appreciate the care he gave and the practice gave my three children. Thanks good doctor RIP!
Maria Gabriel Scapellato
October 29, 2014
So very sad to learn that Doc Indorato has died. He cared for both of my sons, Nick and Joey. I trusted his medical knowledge and appreciated his relaxed approach with my children. My niece Nicole Gabriel, now 36 years old, was his patient back in the 70's. My brother and sister in law highly recommended him as a pediatrician. We are so glad that we were able to have him as our doctor for so many years. God Bless his entire family! He touch so many lives and will be truly missed.
Kim Boulanger
October 29, 2014
I am so sad to hear of Dr. Indorato's passing. I have had the pleasure to know him and work with him at Magee. Our community has lost a great man and Pediatrician. Thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends at this time.
Kelley Benson
October 29, 2014
Dr. Indorato was an excellent pediatrician with and impeccable bedside manner. He cared for both our children and will be greatly missed. My 20 year old was very disappointed to learn Dr. Indorato would no longer be her physician upon reaching adulthood. Our prayers go out to Rob and the entire family during this difficult time.
Kelley, Eric, Erika and EJ Benson
Pediatrics South
October 29, 2014
Dr. Indoraoto was a gift to the pediatric community, and had the respect of all of us. He will be missed and our love and condolences go out to his partner Rob. Lee, thank you for everything you did
Arlene Prince Tauber
October 29, 2014
My family and I were blessed to have Lee in our lives for a long time He and Rob were family to my children and myself after my husband died We shared many wonderful times togetherMy thoughts and prayers go out to Rob and David Lee was a true friend in every sense of the word He will be missed He always brought the best of of everyone's life he touched
Nina Colega Gigliotti
October 29, 2014
My condolences to the family of Dr. Indorato. I worked with him in the NICU at West Penn hospital and for him in his pediatric offices in the seventies. He was a wonderful pediatrician and patients and their families loved him.When I look back on my own nursing career my fondest memories are working for Drs. Indorato,Glick and Levine.
Mary Jordan
October 29, 2014
I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Dr.Indorato. I worked for his practice many years ago as a young teenager and through my college years. He taught me so many wonderful lessons about life, the value of work and the importance of being happy. Although it has been many years since I worked for him, he has always held a special place in my heart. My deepest sympathy to his family.
Mary and Steve Zappala
October 29, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Rob, David, and family. Steve and I were so happy to have Dr. Indorato as our four sons caretaker. His word was golden to us. He will be sadly missed.
Jill Harvey
October 29, 2014
I can't begin to say how it saddens me to learn of Dr. Indorato's passing. The care he brought to our every visit to GIL Pediatrics was unique and special. I trusted Dr. Indorato implicitly. He never failed to make us laugh, he never failed to make us feel 100% comfortable, and he was such a special doctor and a special man. Our most sincere condolences to his family. - Jill, Anthony, and Janey Harvey
Janine McCrossin
October 29, 2014
Rest in peace Dr. Indorato. As a first time mother 26 years ago he helped me through the difficult times with feeding issues etc. I always trusted his opinion and often times wished he had been a PCP for adults. My family is deeply sadden by your passing. You will be truly missed by many.
October 29, 2014
What made Dr. Indorato special was he took care of all of the needs of his patient. He wanted to be sure that our son developed mentally, emotionally, physically. He remembered everything about him including things that had not been written in the chart. When we saw him on occasion after the 19 years our son spent with him, he new us and always asked about our child, what he was doing with his life, and especially about his relationship with his half-brothers. Dr Indorato was an outstanding man and a caring, excellent pediatrician. He was the very best. His death saddens all of us. Our condolences to his family.
Judd, Carole, and Richard Sabol
October 29, 2014
Dr. Indorato was a God send to me when I had
my children. I was always on time because he
was. I always felt comfortable with him and so did my children. When my husband died my children were young and I got a wonderful phone call from him asking if I needed help. You will never be forgotten but always missed
Jo Murray and children
Cheryl (Reissman) Horst
October 29, 2014
I was a nurse in the Preemie Nursery (as it was called back in the early 70s) and worked alongside Dr Indorato, Glick, and Levine. Dr Indorato was a wonderful, knowledgeable, and caring physician who worked very hard in the unit to keep our babies alive. Although he could be "scary" to me at times (I was only in my early 20s and only 6 months out of nursing school when I met him) I respected him for the compassionate and dedicated physician he was. He enjoyed teaching the nurses and I learned a lot about preemies from him. Because of my love for this population, I remained a NICU nurse for the duration of my nursing career. He will certainly be missed by all who knew him. I am sending my sincere condolences to his family and to all who will feel his loss.
Darylin Gardner-Keene
October 29, 2014
I was blessed to have this amazing man in my life from the day I was born, and to care for my own three children! With a heavy heart we now part, but he will always be with us! He has taught us all so much and we share countless stories, and memories! As a mother, I rarely make a decision without asking myself " what would Leroy do?"
Joseph Pratko
October 29, 2014
I am touched by the many tributes to Dr. Lee Indorato as a compassionate Pediatric Physician. I had the pleasure of meeting and knowing Lee through a mutual friend “back in the days”. Lee is someone that made you feel better about yourself after being in his company. He is warm, kind, welcoming, and displays a genuine interest in people and their lives. You are gone too soon Lee, but hopefully to a better place, if there is such a place without your presence.
-Joe
Patty Foutz-Baird
October 29, 2014
Dr. Indorato was a respected colleague, friend and pediatrician for my daughter, Jenna. God Blessed us all by having him in our lives. Prayers to everyone who is touched by his passing.
HEIDI LEVINE PALMER
October 29, 2014
DR. INDORATO WAS A VERY SPECIAL DOCTOR. IM VERY SAD TO HERE OF HIS PASSING. HE ALWAYS TOOK EXCELLENT CARE OF MY GIRLS. HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED.
Ron White
October 29, 2014
To a most wonderful human being, so thoughtful and full of compassion. Dr. lee you will be greatly missed by all those who's lives you have graced.
Vicki Forte
October 29, 2014
I was so sad to hear of Dr. Indorato's passing. He was a friend and colleague to me. I was blessed to know him & work with him at Magee for years. He was a brilliant, kind & compassionate pediatrician. Many children were also blessed to have him provide care to them.
He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
Megan Smith
October 29, 2014
So sad to here of Dr. Indorato's passing. He took such compassionate care of our children, and of us as parents. Such a loss for our family. Our deep felt sympathies to his husband and family! Megan Smith, Peg Keady, Liam and Sara Keady
Kathy Conti
October 29, 2014
With a heavy heart I send thoughts and prayers to his entire family. He was truly a wonderful man.
Lisa Messineo Connelly
October 28, 2014
We were so happy to find such a wonderful Pediatrician for our children. He was so kind and caring. It was a sad day when my boys got too old to see him, but we stayed with him.until they went off to college. He will be missed. My sympathy to his family and friends.
Lin Ewing
October 28, 2014
It was clear that Lee Indorato was a special person and physician from our first meeting when I was a graduate nurse and he a resident. He was an amazing and patient teacher, and a compassionate human being. Years later, he cared for 3 of my granddaughters until he retired this past June.He will be always remembered and so very missed. My condolences to the family.
Amy Burch
October 28, 2014
Thank you, Dr. Indorato for your wisdom and expertise. You will be missed.
October 28, 2014
Rob, David and Family,
I was shocked and saddened to hear of the passing of Lee. I am so sorry I did not know of his retirement party, I would have been there! I was the first Head Nurse of the Premie soon to become Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at West Penn Hospital. I was so excited by the arrival of this group of newly finished pediatric physicians. I feel like we "grew up" together in that nursery. It was a very special time for neonatology and for us as professional caregivers. I developed a great respect for Lee's knowledge, intellect and compassion when caring for infants and children. When he was a young physician, his temper was also legendary. When I saw him waiting in the hall for me in the morning I knew there would be some problem that required "fixing". He was a perfectionist. There were times of lots of laughs, too. When the group left to establish their private practice it was personally a great loss for me as Head Nurse and for the NICU. We spent many hours working together. I heard lots of stories about you as you grew up, David.
On a personal level, when my stepson Rob came to live with us I chose Lee to be his pediatrician, as a teen, Rob thought he "walked on water"! As an adult, Rob chose Lee as the pediatrician to care for his two children. When John and I adopted our daughter, there was no other choice as to who would care for her! And before his retirement he was also caring for her daughter, Brooke.
Lee was a special person and just knowing that he is no longer with us saddens me greatly. He will be sorely missed. He was a special part of my professional life!
Shanna Kounas
October 28, 2014
So terribly saddened by the loss of Dr. Indorato.
Monica Graham
October 28, 2014
Dr. Lee will truly be missed by our family! Our 3 boys have never known another doctor in their lives. He always came to celebrate all our important moments with us! Love & prayers to your family!!!!
Adriane DePante
October 28, 2014
Honestly - he was a true gem. I feel very blessed to have known him and even more blessed that he played such a significant role in the lives of my children. They adored him as well. He will be so dearly missed - he touched so many. Rest in peace.
Maggie Zalewski
October 28, 2014
Thank you Dr. Indorato for being the nicest, most intelligent and easy going person you were. Though my 4 children are in their 30's, you knew their names and wanted to know the details of their lives and professions when we last saw each other in a grocery store 4 years ago. God Bless your family.
Christi Scandrol
October 28, 2014
My condolences go out to the spouse family and friends as well as the office staff who worked beside Dr. Indorato for many years. Dr Indorato took care of my two kids and has been a terrific inspiration I am a nurse myself and he has taught me many things despite the fact that I did not work with him directly and I am sorry to hear of his passingand he will be deeply missed
Ronette Saunders
October 28, 2014
So sorry to hear of Dr. Indorato's passing. He was a such a great pediatrician to both of my boys and to my husband when he was a child. He will be deeply missed. We will treasure the memories we had and the picture we took together at his retirement party at CCP-GIL. Rest with God Dr. Indorato. Very saddened, William and Ronette Saunders and family.
Pat Smith
October 28, 2014
I worked with Dr. Indoroto as a new grad in the Pediatric Dept. as West Penn. He convinced me to transfer to the NICU and I spent the next 40 years as a NICU nurse. He will be truly missed. Thoughts and prayers are with him.
Mike and Karen Lupinetti
October 28, 2014
To David,
We are so sorry for your loss. We count ourselves as fortunate parents of three daughters, whom your father kept healthy from birth thru adolescence. He was amazingly skilled at physical medicine as well as behavioral medicine. His soft, kind approach always made my girls feel comfortable in his presence. We had so much confidence in his ability and care. We are forever grateful to him.
Judy Landolina
October 28, 2014
Our family and especially our kids loved Dr Indorato and we will always be very thankful for the great care he provided . He was an excellent doctor but also a very kind and loving man. He cared for many children but was never too busy to talk or keep in touch. May God bless you and your family and all who loved you.
Healthy because of you
Darlene Turner
October 28, 2014
I am so sad to hear of Lee's passing, He saved my Scott with a quick diagnosis and now he is a healthy 27 year old we named our youngest daughter for Him Erin Lee and he would tease that her temper was because of the Italian. What a brilliant man and friend. I will be working so I can't make the service but will be praying and thinking of you all. Our life is better knowing him. Darlene, Tom, Erin, Scott, Adam, heather, and Davey
Ryan & Dr. I at our last appt.
The Briggs
October 28, 2014
Dr. I was more than a doctor. He was our teacher, mentor and friend. He taught us how to care for our special needs son.He never underestimated Ryan as other doctor's had. Our girls adored him and were able to talk to him about anything.He was an amazing man and deserved many years of rest and relaxation for all the years he had given to others. My heart broke when I got the call yesterday. He will forever be in our hearts!! Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. Love Mike, Diana, Alexis, Ryan, & Hailey Briggs
Charles Bender, MD Magee Women's Hospital NICU
October 28, 2014
Dr. Indorato's passing is a great loss not only to his family, friends and patients, but to the pediatric community of Pittsburgh.
Marilyn Pekarcik
October 28, 2014
In the 70's and early 80's, Dr. Indorato was the doctor for my children. I was an RN who was convinced every symptom presented by children was one associated with a fatal disease. After one particular visit, Dr. Indorato wrote a prescription for me. It said, "Burn your Pediatric textbook." I went home and burned the book right in my back yard. Thank you, Dr. Indorato.
October 28, 2014
To family of Dr. Indorato our deepest sympathy on the death of your spouse and father.
The Gavran family met Lee, Chick, and Shelly 45 years ago when my husband worked at West Penn Hospital. It was the best thing to come out of his employment at the hospital. Those three doctors saved my sanity many times during those growing up years . While DR. Glick was our primary, my girls saw both Dr. Levine and Dr. Cookie Monster as they affectionately called Dr. Indorato many times and still remember all three fondly as do George and I.
God has not given us grandchildren but had he they would have been patients.
He will be missed!
Jeanne Vendeland
October 28, 2014
Dr. Indorato took good care of our three children from the time they were born until they became teenagers. We are sorry to hear of his passing.
October 28, 2014
Rob, many hugs and prayers going your way. There are no words to express the emptiness and sadness that I have. Dr. I was a HUGE part of my life.. My love to you,David, Steven, Elizabeth and the Indorato family.
Marie
October 28, 2014
So Sorry to hear of Dr. Indorato's passing. Thanks for taking good care of our kids.
Harvey, Livesey and Thompson families
October 28, 2014
Dr. Lee will be missed by so many. He was like part of our family. He was one of the best pediatricians ever. Countless children in my family were patients of Dr. Lee. You could say Dr. Lee was like extended family. Keeping your entire family in our heart, thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Rest easy Doctor. God Bless you all.
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