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Dr. Swati Kakade Parikh
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passed away peacefully on Sunday afternoon, April 25, 2010, surrounded by her family and friends at the young age of 33. She is survived by her loving husband, Neal, daughter Raiya, parents Subhash and Shaila and sister Sasha. Swati was born on April 29, 1976 in Montreal, Canada growing up in New Brunswick and Toronto, Canada; living in Phoenix since 2004. Swati was diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis as a child, and despite all the adversity she had to face; she had an amazing outlook on life. Regardless of the hours of therapy and treatments required on a daily basis, never once did she complain nor let it stop her from enjoying life to its fullest. She will be greatly remembered for her strength, charisma and ability to make anyone's day, a brighter day! She practiced as a passionate Dentist in the Phoenix area since 2004, completing her studies at Boston University. Swati will be remembered as a loving mother, wife, sister, daughter and friend. She was a very generous host and loved to entertain with her talents, especially in the area of gourmet cooking, which she graciously shared with many of us. Services will be held this Friday, April 30th from 10am to 11am at: West Valley Chapel (Peoria), 9380 W. Peoria Avenue, Peoria, Arizona, 85345, Phone: (623) 486-1955. In lieu of flowers, Swati's family is asking that donations be made in her name to: Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 3800 N. Central Ave., Suite 700, Phoenix, AZ 85012. (602) 224-0068. SWAT Team, in memory of Swati Kakade Parikh.
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Dionne Fitzhugh
April 26, 2011
My heart just sank as I read this. I worked for Dr. Parikh years ago and did not hear of her death until today. My heart goes out to her family. She was an excellent dentist and I admired her passion that she had for dentistry. I still have the heart necklace that she bought me for Christmas one year while I was working for her. She had a smile that brightened up a room. She had the heart of gold and the patience of Job. I will miss you greatly Swati. May God bless you and thank you for the positive impact you had in my life. -
Yesenia De La Rosa
August 25, 2010
For the short time that I knew Swati, I felt I knew her a lifetime. Her kindness and warmth was always evident. I will always remember her as a caring friend. Rest in peace Swati.
May 16, 2010
Rest in Peace Swati Ben...
You will never be forgotten
Vinay Malhotra
May 15, 2010
Our Deepest condolences to the Kakade and Parikh families for such a great loss. Swati was a beautiful, happy, charismatic, and helpful young lady. We were very fortunate in knowing her ever since 1996 when they moved to the house right across from ours. She was a good friend to our three daughters (Sapna, Saloni & Vishali) and we regarded Swati as our own daughter. Her passing away at such a young age is indeed a great loss for all of us. May Almighty God rest her soul in peace and give the strength to both sets of families,husband Neal,daughter Raiya, sister Sasha and Pardeep to bear Swati's grief.
Vinay,Sushma,Sapna and Vishali Malhotra (Toronto, Ont. Canada)
Renny, Saloni & Saniya Singh (Ajax, Ont. Canada)
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Kelly Schimetz
May 13, 2010
Dr. Parikh was a beautiful person in every aspect. Three things that stand out in the short time I worked with her: Her love of dentistry, cooking and her family! We had a potluck at work and most of us brought store bought items....Dr. P brought the most amazing salad that we could not get enough of...she even let me bring some home :P She would often show me videos/pictures of her daughter and husband, which were her everything. She never complained, we had no idea she was sick. She has touched the lives of many and will be missed. May God bless your family through this sadness.
liz Rodriguez
May 13, 2010
I am saddened by the passing of such a wonderful, caring and loving Person. I was so lucky to have worked with Dr. Parikh. My condolences to her family.
Marion Lowe
May 13, 2010
Dr Parikh was the sweetest, kindest Dr I've ever worked with. Always had a pleasant demeanor. I'm so sad to hear now about her passing. I'm more mad that I never knew her better, it would have been an honor. This is a lesson for me. She is certainly an angel. I don't understand why in this day and age that CF ("65 roses")can cause such suffering still. My heart and thoughts go out to her family.
May 11, 2010
My condolences to your family.
A great lose to the world but we praise her determination , spirit and joie de vivre as she lived a life to the fullest even under adversity.
Tadeusz Kostela, Thornhill, Ontario
Minal Nair
May 7, 2010
Dear Shaila,
Our sincere condoloences go to you and the family. You all will always be in our prayers.
Hari and Minal
Sam Messina
May 1, 2010
I met Dr. Parikh as her patient several years ago when she worked at Associated Dental on Bell Road. I always found her to be very conscientious, personable, extremely competent, and caring. When my dental insurance changed, I unfortunately had to find another dentist. I recently changed insurances again and was looking forward to becoming her patient for a second time. I was very disappointed to learn that she had left Associated Dental, and now am so sorry to hear of her passing. My deepest sympathy, and thoughts and prayers are with her family. She was a very special person.
Penny Hieb
April 30, 2010
I feel so extraordinarily blessed to have known and worked with Dr. Parikh. I will never forget her dedication to her patients and the remarkable spirit she so lovingly shared. I will always remember her generosity. She seemed to give so effortlessly, whether it was her time, her talents, or her friendship. I'm going to miss her tremendously and I wish I could have told her what an impact she had on my life both professionally and personally.
J. Hinton
April 30, 2010
My condolences to your family. What a beautiful tribute. I am so sorry that my path did not cross with that of Dr. Parikh. She seemed to have been such a warm and inspiring person. May God grant you the peace that excels all thoughts and guard your heart (Philip. 4:7) during this difficult time. I am sure that all her life she served as encouragement to many. Your family and friends are in my prayers.
Megan Bowman
April 30, 2010
DR. Parikh is a loving and caring person and i enjoyed working with her very much. She was always thoughtful and patient when it came to us assistants and patients in the practice. She will be dearly missed and thought and prays go out to neil and Raiya her beautiful daughter. Memories will never be forgotten. God Bless the whole Family and may prayers be with you. The amazing Parikh will always be watching and caring from above now she can peacefully rest and is in good hands.
Kelly Jessup
April 29, 2010
I always LOVED working with Swati. She never made you feel beneath her as some dentist do. In the short time I've known her, I can see all the joy she brought to so many. She was a rare and beautiful person. My deepest sympathy goes to her family.
Teresa RN, Good Sam
April 29, 2010
Neal, my heart and prayers are with you and your family. It was truly an honor to have cared for Swati. I will always remember her strength and continue to be moved by your loving care and dedication to her.
Shari Winter
April 29, 2010
Dr Parikh you will be greatly missed,my thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends.
Debashis Bagchi
April 29, 2010
Swati was a tremendous human being and friend. We love her dearly and feel honored that she chose us to be her friends. Sometimes in wondering whether life's tragedies are fair we forget to celebrate a person's impact on this world. Swati's collective circle of family and friends will never allow this impact to be forgotten.
Jennifer (White)Billings
April 29, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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