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Siddhesh Gowda Obituary
Gowda, Dr. Siddhesh
Fri., Nov. 13, 2020
Beloved son of the late Channabasavana and Nagamma Gowda; dear friend of Dr. Chandra Kaup; dear cousin of Sriharsha Patil; our dear brother, brother-in-law, uncle, great-uncle, cousin and friend to many.
Dr. Gowda was the former medical director of St. Luke's Cardiac Cath. Lab. He was very humble and loved by his patients. He was Generous with his time and resources, a giver of food. He always made sure everyone was fed around him. He was an avid competitor at Tennis and Racquetball and a walker and runner. A proud graduate of Washington University where he became Associate Clinical Professor.
Visitation from 4-8 p.m. Friday at he Ortmann Stipanovich Funeral Home, 12444 Olive Blvd., Creve Coeur. Private Service and Private Interment Bellerive Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Luke's Heart and Vascular Institute, 232 S. Woodsmill, Chesterfield, Mo 63017 appreciated.
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Stephen Veit
June 15, 2022
I just found out about Dr. Gowda's untimely death. I am so sorry. He installed a heart stent in me in 2018, which saved my life. I am forever grateful. I remember him as such a kind and compassionate man who instilled in me great confidence. My deepest condolences to his family. Know that I pray for him every night.
Jessica Shotwell
May 3, 2021
I just found out about your passing. You were so nice and always stopped and said "Hi" to me when our shifts lined up. You will truly be missed!
Lisa Keffer
December 27, 2020
So thankful that your cousin reached out to me and let me know of your passing. I am grateful that you gave me a job in my 20´s and stayed my friend for over almost 40 years. You were kind hearted and I will certainly miss your monthly phone calls. RIP my dear friend.
Melissa Mays
December 16, 2020
Just found out about Dr. Gowda's passing. Such a kind man & one of my favorite clients. My deepest sympathy to his family & friends.
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Dr Hebri S Ballal
December 7, 2020
May you rest in peace my friend
Wajid Shaikh
November 23, 2020
Amazing Person. Always with a smiling face. We interned together in 1970 when besides working hard we played a lot of tennis. All these years of accomplishments had not changed his personality. Truly a great friend and will miss him a lot. May he rest in peace.
Sri Shreeya
November 22, 2020
Siddesh uncle, with prayers and in thoughts. Dedicated life service and guidance to people.
Al and Jane Van Amburg
November 21, 2020
I have been fortunate to have been associated with Dr. Gowda at St Luke´s Hospital for over 30 years. For the last 10 years we have had an annual Indian dinner to celebrate birthdays, and Siddesh was always there to join in the fun. He also cared for family and friends, and we knew they were in excellent hands. We have been honored to call him a colleague and friend, and extend our deep condolences to his family and friends.
David and Marilyn Kistler
November 21, 2020
To the family and friends of Dr. Gowda, please accept our deepest condolences on his passing. He truly was a fine physician and human being. It was a pleasure to work with him. He will be greatly missed.
Sumathy Reddy
November 21, 2020
Dr. Siddesh Gowda was a loved person, lending a helping hand to his friends and family , expecting nothing in return. He has helped me! He was kind and generous when my son Michael visited Dr. Gowda during his road trip and Dr. Gowda always recalled the loving relationship between my son Michael and his dog, Mia, and remarked how happy it made him feel. Dr. Gowda was a dedicated cardiologist who loved doing what he did to the end. A few of us were to have gotten together early this spring in Atlanta but due to Covid-19 infection, it did not happen. Such is life! Siddesh, RIP - you are missed!! With lots of love and affection, and prayers, Sumathy
thomas pohlman
November 20, 2020
In the 35+ years I have known Sid at St Lukes I can never remember him without a smile, a good word, a pat on the back. For so many years the "go to guy" for complex interventional procedures, I knew I could expect and receive a call when he had cared for one of my patients in the cath lab. I was honored when he called with a question in nephrology. Not only will I miss him for his talent and expertise in interventional cardiology, but even more so for his humility, warmth, generosity and gentleness. He was a true Gentleman .
Godspeed, SIddhesh Gowda
Tom Pohlman
Vittal Bhat
November 20, 2020
We have known Dr Siddhesh Gowda for many years as a very good friend. He has been always simple in his ways and put others at ease with his wit and smile. As a compassionate doctor he was always there to help others. We are very happy to have known him and will very much miss him. May God bless his soul.
Madhu and Vittal Bhat
Sandeep, Hiruni and Shauna Kaup
November 20, 2020
Siddesh uncle has been a dear friend and like a brother to our mom and dad. He has always been so kind and loving. We know that he has been there for our parents to offer advice, give them support at any time. Our mom and dad will feel the loss of their beloved friend and he will surely be missed. We are so thankful for his presence in their lives as well as the incredible bond they have had for so many years. They sure set the bar very heigh to how true friends should be. You will be missed and never forgotten, may your souls Rest In Peace.
Suren & Kiran Khanna
November 20, 2020
Dearest Siddhesh,
What a kind and loving friend you have been to us for the past 30 years.Thank you for your diligent guidance through Suren’s Cancer journey. You were a true and caring guide and friend. You were a great tennis partner and an awesome opponent! We will sorely miss our dinners together and were so looking forward to our next one. God Bless You will be sorely missed!
Our love to you.
Suren & Kiran Khanna
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Vinoda Kaup
November 20, 2020
We are blessed to be your friends for 46 years, ever since you arrived here in St. Louis, Siddesh. Your courtesy and kindness, we will never forget. Your generosity to others and dedication to your patients is outstanding.
Have Moksha. Om , Shanti, Shanti, Shantihi.
Vinoda and Chandrashekara Kaup
Robert Kanterman
November 20, 2020
Sid was a longtime colleague and friend, and our family will miss him very much. We enjoyed multiple Thanksgiving Days celebrations and numerous other happy occasions together. He always had a kind word and such a generous spirit. I especially recall a CME course with Sid in Florida, the times that he helped professionally, investment talk, seeing him in Forest Park and beautiful holiday centerpieces, all fond memories.
Jackie Midgett
November 19, 2020
Dr Gowda would see me n the hall and say Jackie u getting my beds what wonderful person he was he will truly be missed RIP my friend
Fouad Bachour
November 19, 2020
Siddhesh to me is a true friend a mentor and a role model.
An early pioneer of interventional cardiology started the interventional cardiology program at Wash U. Through his long career, Siddhesh touched the lives of tens of thousands of patients and influenced the careers and passed the knowledge to hundreds of cardiology colleagues and in training fellows.
Siddhesh exceptional skills, technics, and attention to detail influenced and shaped my professional career, his commitment, honesty and genuine friendship was always heart felt every time we regularly connected over the past 25 years.
Rest In Peace “my friend”
Fouad A Bachour
Bijoy, Vani, Naishadh and Nishika Hegde
November 19, 2020
Ever since our introduction to Siddhesh, by our uncle and aunt, more than 18 years ago, he had been a warm and comforting presence in our lives. His friendly greeting at the beginning of every phone conversation with us would instantly put a smile on our face. His mild-mannered personality allowed for easy conversations without judgement or negativity - always encouraging and reassuring. He affectionately inquired about updates on the family and offered advice, assistance and support whenever needed, without hesitation. It is clear that he made a profound impact not only on our lives, but on all those he encountered both professionally and personally. His compassion, patience, kindness and generosity will not be forgotten. We feel privileged that you were a part of our lives and miss you, Siddhesh. May your soul Rest In Peace.
Don Strickland
November 19, 2020
Sidd was a dear friend, CWE neighbor and walking buddy for over 25 years, He was a wonderful person and an even better friend: kind, caring, and generous - a truly decent person. Almost every Saturday and Sunday, and most holidays, Sidd and I walked together for a couple of hours. Those are times I will miss terribly. I still walk our usual paths, missing him but blessed to have had our friendship and so many memories of him. He will be missed by so many people! His spirit will live on in the many people he touched.
Rest in peace my friend.
November 17, 2020
Our dear friend
Dr. Siddhesh Gowda:
Siddhesh was a great doctor, a great Cardiologist and above all a great human being.
Forty years of his service was a long journey at St. Luke's Hospital.
He saved thousands of lives and touched many hearts with his excellent Interventional Cardiology skills, compassionate care and kindness.
He was always very independent in life and equally independent in his passing.
He was a great teacher, mentor, friend, colleague and a brother.
It is indeed our privilege and pleasure of knowing Siddhesh.
We imagine that he would be reminiscing with Dr. Robert Payne and Dr. Paul Mennes.
We also imagine that he would be discussing the latest Interventional Cardiology techniques with Dr. Andreas Gruentzig and the effects of radiation with Dr. Marie Curie and why Cardiologists and Radiologists should wear a Lead helmet along with other protective measures from radiation.
We imagine that he will make sure that they are well fed.
We also imagine that he would be watching Tennis and Cardinals Baseball from above and walking and jogging all over the heaven.
We salute him for his invaluable service to the society and for his friendship.
We love Siddhesh.
We will miss him dearly.
May God bless his soul,
Siddhesh, R.I.P.
Sumitra & Choudary Tarigopula
Rajiv Tarigopula
Sweta & Pavan Kavali
Bettye Dew
November 17, 2020
Dr. Sidd Gowda was dear to so many people, including my husband, Dr. Tom Dew, and me. Tom thought the world of Sidd and admired his great skill with heart catherization, saying that his hands were the best. I would add (and I think Tom would agree) that his heart--so kind and loving and gentle--was the best, too. He was always helping someone. The world is a sadder place without the luminous presence of Dr. Siddhesh Gowda, a gentleman, a friend to many, a caring physician, and top-notch human being.
Ron Javdan
November 17, 2020
Such a great man
Sharon Dulany
November 17, 2020
What a wonderful talented man. You will be missed for many years
Latha Viswanatha
November 16, 2020
So saddened to hear about the passing of Dr. Gowda. Heartfelt condolences to all the family and friends. Dr. Gowda was a very kind, thoughtful, dignified and generous person. He always took time to talk to you and ask about your family, I feelso blessed to have known him. He will be greatly missed, may his soul Rest In Peace.
Sarah M
November 16, 2020
I’ll miss talking in the halls about the Chiefs and how you are always ahead of me on our step goals. And those surprise cookies that I never did know where you got them from.
Karen Newell
November 16, 2020
We probably met about 28 years ago at frontenac racquet club where you invited me to join you and your many friends in singles and doubles at Creve Coeur frontenac and other outdoor courts. After two hours of much fun and low-key rivalry and respect, you would go off to Forest Park and walk three or four hours with your other friends. I could never understand that but it was just one part of your wonderful spirit, kindness and constant activity that make up such a beautiful soul. While there was less tennis over the past 10 years, there were many phone calls and occasional dinners to share love laughter, time and great food. I have smiled and shed tears over these other posts, especially seeing your beloved red car; it makes me sad to learn why you didn’t return my phone call from a few weeks ago. May your love of life, your kindness and generosity flow throughout the world as we mourn your absence on earth. Karen Newell
Karen Montileone-Meara
November 16, 2020
What a loss... such a caring man I had the pleasure to work w/ as a new nurse. So compassionate & took care of many of my family members. You will be missed. May eternal rest be granted upon you:) XO
Jaya , Shankar, Rajeev, Sneha, and Leena Sastry
November 16, 2020
Siddesh was the first person we met when we moved to St. Louis in 1977 ; we have fond memories of staying with him.for Ever since then, he remained a close friend of us always taking time to enquire about our children. He was a highly accomplished physician with lofty principles. He was a caring, compassionate, and affectionate person with deep feelings for the health and welfare of others. We will always remember him with his big smile!
GIRISH BELLARY
November 16, 2020
May your soul rest in peace.
Myself and Uncle Sid at Sid's car garage during 2000.
GIRISH BELLARY
November 16, 2020
Dear Uncle Sid,
I remember visiting you at your home in St.Louis, Missouri, USA during the years 2000 and 2001.
I cherish the fond memories of we both playing Tennis at the Tennis club.
I also fondly remember our trip to the Gateway Arch, St.Louis during the years 2000 and 2001.
I still have the tennis raquet , the tennis shoes and a travel suitcase gifted by you during the year 2000.
Have kept the picture with Uncle Sid taken in his car garage during the year 2000.
Laurie Carpenter
November 15, 2020
My deepest condolences to Dr. Gowda's family. Thank you for taking such great care of my mom! May you rest in peace sir and may your family & friends find comfort during this difficult time. Sincerely Laurie Carpenter, Linda's daughter
Cathy Luh
November 15, 2020
Sidd—
We spent many happy hours chasing the fuzzy, yellow tennis ball. You were the best!
Joani Narayan
November 15, 2020
Dilip and I were very fond of Siddesh as were our two younger kids who knew him. Siddesh took care of Dilip during his last few days on Earth in 2018. I always knew we were in good hands with him. He was both a dedicated physician as well as a caring human. It was a shock to learn of his passing. He will be missed by all.
John Milton
November 15, 2020
I loved Sid. First as a tennis opponent who would apologize after hitting a winner. Then as a cardiologist who would come anytime, no questions, thanking me (I was an ER doc), then coming back with the results. Great human being.
Diana Coffman
November 15, 2020
Personable, kind and generous are only a few words to describe this wonderful man. We were honored to call him our friend.
Timothy Harper
November 15, 2020
He was a great doctor and helped many. He will be missed.
Satheesh and Shaku Shetty
November 15, 2020
We have known Siddhesh for many years and he was always part of the family get together when we were in St. Louis. We are deeply saddened by his sudden passing. May his soul Rest In Peace.
Satheesh and Shaku Shetty
Siddhesh,My dear friend and mentor. I mourn. I cherish the memories. You taught me to do heart caths as a Wash U medical student 42 years ago. You invited me to live with you during the completion of my medical schooling (Leaving my rented room without el
Don Gregory
November 15, 2020
Sateesh Babu, MD New York
November 15, 2020
Siddheswar was a bright dedicated student in medical college and it is no wonder that he is regarded as one of the best in his field of Interventional Cardiology. Though we never had the chance to meet here (he was always busy and did not take time off), we spoke over the phone. It is clear that he as loved by his patients, colleagues and everyone who came to know him. My wife and I send our condolences to the family. He will be missed.
Elizabeth
November 15, 2020
Dr Gowda I cannot believe you are gone, I will treasure your memory forever. There is such an emptiness in the world knowing your not here anymore. Thank you for your light, you were loved by everyone
Melanie and Tony Fathman,MD
November 15, 2020
Sid was a good friend, neighbor Across our central west end alley, and colleague at st.Lukes . All my physician friends and I will miss him, his smiling face and ready laugh. The cardiology service, among the best in the country will certainly miss his expertise. May he truly Rest In Peace,Tony. I will always remember him as one of the kindest persons I have ever met and would always listen and connect with you completely. We will all miss him. Melanie
We will miss you Uncle Sid. Love, Varuni and Minesh
varuni kumara
November 15, 2020
Our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Dear Uncle Sid. Uncle Sid has been one of the most kind, patient, brilliant, unassuming, generous people I know. He is endlessly encouraging, supportive, and inclusive of others. He truly enjoy others for who they are, and lets them shine. Uncle Sid, you have been my St. Louis dad ever since I arrived at WashU in 1992; Minesh and I will treasure our good times in St Louis; you made your home our home. We will miss the long walks in Forest Park, the great meals in the latest eateries, the late-night conversations & laughter, and all the memories we have created together. Your gentle guidance and support have meant more that words can say, especially through the most trying times. I strive to emulate your way in my own life. Please give our love to my mother when you see her; you always spoke so highly of her each time we met, and it made me smile.
Minesh and I are so sad to be losing a best friend, our dearest Uncle Sid.
Om Shanthi, Shanthi, Shanthi.
Peace and Love to you always.
Love,
Varuni and Minesh
Prakash Keranahalli
November 15, 2020
Dr. Siddhesh was my daughter's mentor and guide. He was so happy to take her as his student , he said "she is like my daughter I will take care of her". My daughter shadowed him for a week at St Louis. When we went to drop her off on the first day, he came down to the parking lot to greet us in spite of his busy schedule. He would always keep in touch with us. He liked to feed others, he took us all 10+ folks to a fine Indian restaurant fed us lavishly. He was so happy to know us, We know his family back in Davanagere. I wish I had called him during the Dasara festival. Very fine person. Miss him...
Prasanna kumar
November 15, 2020
Hard to accept losing dear freind.he was source of keeping with good balance of exercise and follow proper nutrition .always available for referrals without restrictions and happy outcomes
Samantha Samatmanivong
November 15, 2020
Rest In Peace Dr. Gowda
Thank you for always being there when I needed someone to talk to and always making sure I was okay. You were a friend and acquaintance I will always remember. Thank you for the endless cookies and treats you always gave me just to make my day extra great that day. I looked up to you and always will. You always made sure I was still in school because you saw potential in me and I will cherish that forever. When I heard the news, I was very upset and mind blown at the same time. We have lost a a great one, but God gained a wonderful angel. You will be missed Dr. Gowda.
Uma Eachempati
November 14, 2020
Siddesh was my doctor in 1995
He was the sweetest doctor I ever had
Very kind and tender in his ways
May his soul rest in peace
Judy Kahn
November 14, 2020
I knew Siddhesh for 50 years. Throughout his life, Sidd was always gentle and kind, a generous friend, and a compassionate and dedicated physician. I will miss his long distance phone calls and sharing political news. Although he left us far too soon, Siddhesh never wanted to retire, and I am glad he was able to leave this life on his own terms.
Condolences to all who loved Siddhesh, and all who cherished his friendship.
November 14, 2020
Rest In Peace Dr Gowda
You made an impression with your warmth and gentle demeanor. You always had a smile and a kind word to offer
November 14, 2020
Dr Gowda was one of the nicest people I ever worked for. He was such a kind and loving soul and always had cookies from the Drs Lounge for us. You will be forever missed. As you used to call me, Robinea.
Dr.Mallikarjun Goud K
November 14, 2020
Heart felt condolences to my dearest uncle.We always remember your help, encouragement and support.
We are proud of your service to the
mankind . May your soul rest in
peace, Om Shanti
Gangadhar Patil
November 14, 2020
Our family will miss you Siddesh. You were always very kind and had only the best to say about others. A generous man who helped a lot of people in lot of ways. I will always remember your encouraging words. RIP. Shanthi
Prabha Pergadia
November 13, 2020
My thoughts and prayers are for your family in this time of grief.
Narasimha Gondipalli
November 13, 2020
I lost very good friend and co worker of 40 years. So sad. May god bless his soul and rest in peace
chandra kaup
November 13, 2020
He was polite and courteous, never becoming angry, very respectful of others. He worked year long for years and years without taking vacations.He was a humble person full of humility. He dedicated his life for his patients and helped thousands of them. He was very generous to others with his time and resources all his life. I am blessed to know him, my walking buddy and he was my friend and was like my brother He was a Karma Yogi. This world is empty with your absence. I am missing you a lot since October 8, 2020,my friend.
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