WAYNE A. CHRISTOPHERSON M.D.
WAYNE A. CHRISTOPHERSON M.D.
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Suddenly on Friday, November 8, 2019. Wayne A. Christopherson, M.D., beloved husband of Betty Christopherson. Father of Duane A. Christopherson (Maryann Comer). Grandfather of Edward Comer. Brother of the late Leroy Christopherson and Sue Arneson. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Dr. Christopherson practiced medicine in Pittsburgh for 30 years, on the staff of Magee Womens Hospital and Mercy Hospital. Friends will be received at JOHN A. FREYVOGEL SONS, INC., 4900 Centre Avenue at Devonshire Street on Friday from 3-7 p.m. Funeral Saturday at First Lutheran Church, 615 Grant Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15219 at 11 a.m. Rememberances may be made to Magee Women's Foundation (Designate Gynecologic Oncology Research and Education Fund), 3339 Ward St., Pgh., PA 15213, or online to the Magee Women's Foundation, or to the First Lutheran Church. freyvogelfuneralhome.com
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Luann Mcateer
February 23, 2024
I have just heard of Dr Waynev passing. He was so cool and down to earth. Always direct and with kindness. He saved my life. He could walk on water. God bless him as he blessed many.
Lurrienne Williams
April 22, 2021
I just this moment learned of his passing & I am saddened & shocked. He was MY doctor & I genuinely adored him, his heart warming bedside manner & skill. He saved me. And when the cancer returned 15 years later, he saved me AGAIN! His absence makes the world a little darker but I will forever remain grateful to him. He was one of a kind!
Susan Milligan
February 19, 2020
Dr. Wayne Christopherson. Pittsburgh PA. An ethical, kind, compassionate, and brilliant man, the world was a better place for all his patients. Sincere and heartfelt sympathy to his family.
Philip Scalamogna, MD
December 27, 2019
I am so sad to hear of Wayne's passing. He was my attending as a medical student, when I experienced his kindness, intelligence, and warmth firsthand, and it was not long before we became very good friends. I will always remember his smile and sunny disposition as well as his surgical skill. Rest gently, good friend.
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December 14, 2019
Farewell, my friend!
All who met Wayne are forever diminished by his passing. The CSC "Coffee Club" just won't be the same without his wit, knowledge, and insight. You will be mourned.
Tom Monahan
November 16, 2019
Requiem aeternam dona ei, Domine, et lux perpetua luceat ei. Requiescat in pace. Amen.
November 16, 2019
I am sorry to lean the Dr. Christopherson passed away. He was my surgeon in 1986. Because of his skill, I was able to raise my children and have a happy and productive life. I am forever grateful. He was a wonderful and kind doctor. Rest in peace.
JS
John & Jenna Martin
November 15, 2019
I am deeply sorry for you loss. Wayne was an incredible man, and extremely nice. I always had a great time sharing the rifle range with him and listening to his stories when it was all of the guys hanging out. My wife was also very fortunate to work him in the OR during one of his cases on call. She talked about how kind he was to all of the staff that day and how he was skilled in the care that he provided as well. Looking back on these memories, he was a great guy that will truly be missed.
Jennie Sciarretti, Mercy OR
November 15, 2019
My deepest sympathies & condolences on the passing of Dr. Christopherson. He was not only a phenomenal Surgeon, but also a very compassionate man & true gentleman. Since his retirement, Room 6 has not been the same - especially with the presence of his Cowboy boots wherever he went. Now, the World will truly feel empty without his presence. He made such a powerful impact on so many lives & will be forever loved & missed by us all!
November 15, 2019
May you find strength from the love and care that surrounds you and comfort in the memories that you shared. Please accept my sincere condolences. 2 Thessalonians 3:16
November 15, 2019
Please accept my condolences . I'm so sorry for the loss of your loved one. May the word of God comfort and strengthen you. 2 Thessalonians 2:16,17
Skip Sell
November 15, 2019
I met Wayne in 1993 when he joined the staff of Mercy Hospital. We had a lot in common and instantly became friends for life. We worked together from that time till his retirement. He was steady and courageous in the operating room and a wonderful friend and teacher to all of the Surgical residents at Mercy. We travelled together, shot together and hunted together. I'm gonna miss him a lot. Rest In Peace, my friend. You were one of a kind!!
Skip Sell
November 15, 2019
Skip Sell
November 15, 2019
Perry Wancheck
November 13, 2019
I was deeply saddened to hear of Wayne's passing. He was a vibrant person in his career and his hobbies. Wayne enjoyed the company of his many friends and will truly be missed. I know there is nothing I can say to ease the pain, but please know that I am praying for your family.
Michael Bartek
November 13, 2019
So very sorry for your loss. Wayne was a wonderful person and will be missed by all. I was truly blessed to have been able to call him "Friend".
November 12, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. I was a patient of his. He did surgery on me twice. He was wonderful compassionate Dr. I likes him very much.His family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Sandi Smelko
November 12, 2019
Wayne was a great individual, a true gentleman and a kind person overall. A friend to many, he will be missed greatly.
Jim and Tracey Martin
Peg Watt-Morse
November 12, 2019
Always kind a helpful. So sorry for his family.
Susan Martin
November 12, 2019
Rest in peace.
Your smile and kindness will always be remembered.
Sharon Hlawati
November 12, 2019
My heartfelt condolences to Dr. Christopherson's family. He was an Outstanding Surgeon and a True Gentleman. I worked in Cardiology at Mercy but fortunately met him as a patient. He used his extraordinary skill to save my life. I met countless patients of his who adored and had only amazing testimonials. Sometime later I had the opportunity to participate in his care. He was a true gentleman even in sickness. There are so many patients and co workers who will miss his skill and caring heart. He was Truly a Doctor and Person that made a difference in this world!
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