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May 30, 1930 - January 5, 2025
Dr. Paul J. Concepción, 94, passed away at home peacefully on January 5, 2025. Born in Havana, Cuba, on May 30, 1930, to Rafael and Mary Concepción, Paul grew up alongside his brother Rafael and sister Liliana (deceased). He attended Belen Jesuit Preparatory School before earning his medical degree from the University of Havana Medical School in 1955.
In pursuit of his medical career, Paul moved to Chicago to complete his residency at St. Anne's Hospital, where he met nursing student Santa Rose Brunner. The two married and had five children: Anne-Marie, Rafael (Janet), Paul (Betty), John, and Mary Frances (Scott). Though they divorced in 1968, Paul's dedication to family continued. He later married Luisa Alvarez, with whom he had two children, Michael (Blanca) and Joseph (Cary). After their divorce in 1991, Paul found his true soulmate, Joy Martin. Together, they built a life filled with love, raising her late son Brian's children, Joe (Giulia) and John (Molly), as their own.
A devoted and compassionate family physician, Paul served the Chicago community for nearly 50 years including 30 years from his office on Harlem Avenue. He was on staff at both Gottlieb and Westlake Hospitals. Known for his tireless dedication, he continued making house calls to elderly patients long after the practice had become rare.
Beyond his medical practice, Paul enjoyed his daily trips to the pool for exercise, golf, solving puzzles of all kinds, cheering for Chicago sports teams, and sharing laughter through his endless repertoire of jokes.
Paul is survived by his children, 17 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and countless patients and friends whose lives he touched through his warmth, humor, and dedication.
A celebration of Paul's life will be held on February 2nd. Please contact the family for more information. Also, please consider making a gift in his honor to the Addison Park District. Donations can be arranged by calling 630-656-6200. All donations will be used to make improvements to their pool facilities, which he loved.
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Anneliese Eisenberg
July 12, 2025
Dr. Paul was not only an excellent physician but a wonderful family friend. Sincerest condolences to the Concepcion family. Anneliese Eisenberg, Vicky Kujawa, Rocky, Paul & Joe
Marsha Familaro Enright
February 2, 2025
Paul was my dad´s,John Familaro´s best friend. They met at Gottlieb Hospital and spent many years enjoying each other´s company. They were both extremely curious and lively people who complemented each other. I can´t remember when I met Paul, as I was a child, but I remember the many fascinating conversations I had with him about science, philosophy, and politics when I was a teenager and college student. He cheer, wit, intellect, and kindness left an indelible impression on me. May his family be blessed with many good memories of him.
Cheryl Baker
January 9, 2025
I'm sending prayers for strength in the difficult moments and overwhelming floods of joy, peace and love in all moments.
MaryHelen Torres (Lena)
January 8, 2025
Sending my sincere condolences to all. I have so many wonderful and funny memories working as his office medical assistant. I was right out of school in 1979, he gave me a chance to learned so much and gained so much experience. I remember the parties at his house were always great and family friendly. We would bring a guitar and sing. He made us feel like part of the family.
Sending prayers and hugs, Lena
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