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William Arnold Zamboni
1958 - 2015
William Arnold Zamboni
1958 - 2015
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BORN
1958
DIED
2015
William Zamboni Obituary
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Lisbeth Franco
January 1, 2021
Our sincere condolences to his wife, son and family. He was not just my Dr, He was My earthly Angel that God sent to Earth. He was a Compassionate and Dedicated to His Career Dr. Thanks to him I am a survivor of Canser en los Senos. where other Drs said they couldn't. He said YES and YES. In 2014 my surgery with Dr William Zamboni was a success. Today there is a party in Heaven, an Angel is with God. Rest in Peace Dr William Zamboni.
Kuulei Tolentino
October 24, 2019
I was updating my contacts and searched Dr. Zamboni. I just want to say that he was an amazing doctor! He did surgery on my young son's face and did an amazing job. The scar is about and inch and a half and you can't even see it. I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of him. Prayers to the family!
Norma Diaz
December 11, 2018
We all miss you Bill.
Mary Jo Parola
September 7, 2017
I just learned of Dr. Zamboni's passing and I want to express my deepest sympathy to his family. D
R. Zamboni was my Dr. when he was in Springfield, IL and he was a wonderfully talented, compassionate Dr. I am so sorry to learn of his death. 9/7/2017.
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lisa case
April 22, 2017
i just found out ( 4/22/17 ) of Dr Zamboni's passing, He was a amazing doctor and a gentle, kind man. He did surgery on me and to this day it's still doing great. My prayers go out to his wife, family, and staff. He will be missed dearly.
April 14, 2016
I just found out (4/14/2016) about Dr Zamboni's passing, an excellent doctor. He performed surgery on my arm in early 1996. Our hearts go out to his family. Very very sorry to hear the news.
Joan Tourville
March 24, 2016
I just learned today (3/23/16) that Dr. Zamboni passed away . My heart sunk. He was such a wonder person and surgeon. He did plastic surgery on me and he was awesome along with his wife, Karen, and the whole staff. He I know will be so missed by his family, friends and the medical field. Even though it has been almost a yr. my prayers and thoughts are with his family. Joan Tourville, (Las Vegas)/
Maria Humphrey
March 22, 2016
A great MD an a very kin man he did my wife surgery it was great when a formal movie star says he is great my wife was the first wonder woman in the philippine this is a true story we will miss him
October 2, 2015
Dear Zamboni Family,
I was saddened to hear of the passing of William. I did not know him personally, but went to medical school with brother Tony. Prayers for all of you. May his soul rest in peace.
Michael deTar M.D.
September 25, 2015
May the lord place an angle upon your shoulder to watch over your family durning this deeply saddling time. Dr. Zamboni a wonderfully gifted surgeon, a deeply caring person will be truely missed. As a patient of more than 16 years his passing will way deeply upon my heart. My heartfelt prayers go out to all of his family .
Terri Brzazowsky ( Las Vegas, Nv)
Linda Gilbert-Benitez
September 4, 2015
My prayers and thoughts are with you at this time during your loss . Dr. Zamboni was my reconstructive plastic surgeon after breast cancer in 2005 to 2009. He will be missed make up bless you and your family with peace
Jon Gerrard
September 2, 2015
Our condolences From the Gerrard Family
Rest In Peace Billy.
Lisbeth Franco
August 30, 2015
my condolences to his family, He was not my Dr. He was my Heroes , give me the Inspiration of life , he touch my Heart my Church Aguilas Centro Familiar Cristiano we Honor him for Save my Life.
Marco T
August 18, 2015
My sincere condolences to the family. Dr. Zamboni was my plastic surgeon and I truly appreciated the wonderful work he performed on me. He was a kind and thoughtful doctor and a truly caring man and will be sincerely missed. Rest in Peace Doc.
August 18, 2015
So saddened and shocked to learn of the passing of Dr. Zamboni. My thoughts and heartfelt prayers to his family and office staff. God Bless.
August 17, 2015
Absolutely devastated by the shocking news of the loss of Dr Wm Zamboni. Kindest and most talented surgeon and gentleman. He will be sorely missed. My deepest condolences to his wife, son, and family. So sorry that I just learned of his passing. Linda Molnar
Christian Kauffman
August 16, 2015
Dr. Z was a special surgeon and teacher, and it was a privilege to be trained by him during my residency. He had so much knowledge and skill. He demanded excellence and accountability, but he didn't expect anything of us that he didn't provide himself. He also had a tremendous gift for making complex issues seem very simple. His impact stretches beyond Las Vegas as his residents and fellows begin and continue their careers. When I graduated, he told me to call him anytime, day or night, and he always made time for me when I did. He took his role as teacher and mentor beyond the years of residency training. I will miss him tremendously. I will miss being able to just ask Dr. Z. The last time I saw him was when I visited the clinic with my family, and I can still see him smiling as he held my daughter. He cared for us like family. I send my deepest condolences to his family. Thank you, Dr. Z, you will not be forgotten.
Lynda Wilson
August 15, 2015
Dear Karen,
I just received the letter about the passing of
Dr. Zamboni. I am shocked and very sad to hear this news, I adored Dr. Zamboni and always loved his quiet demeanor. I am so sorry Karen.
Diana Williams
August 14, 2015
I was extremely saddened to hear the news by letter about Dr.Zamboni"s passing away to haven to continue hes mission been that best surgeon..!
My Condolences to Hes wife Karen and Family,Dr Zamboni was an incredible talented artist and plastic surgeon.the whole package as a human being.
I cannot say enough good things about him. He will never be forgotten by me.because. I was born with just one breat and I never felt complete is a women. until I met Dr.Zamboni and he made my dream come true.! now I have two Btful breast. Dr.Zamboni you were a "Superstar Guy" that changed my life for the better when I needed it the most.! Thank you Dr. Zamboni.! may God be with you. and take care your Family.
Diana Williams.
Elizabeth Vickers
August 14, 2015
Dr. Zamboni touch my life when I move to Las Vegas and needed help with a terrible breast infection that would not heal. I went into surgery with Dr. Zamboni and was assured by him all would be well. I am happy to say that I am completely healed and am grateful to him. His talent and skill will be very missed. Blessings to his family and I pray for their loss.
August 13, 2015
Karen and family, I just received the notice about Dr. 'S passing. I am at a loss for words. He was so kind, skilled and trustworthy. I will miss him and so will many people. Please accept my sincere sympathy.
Valerie Hoehne
August 13, 2015
I was extremely saddened to hear the news about Dr.Zamboni's passing. Condolences to his wife Karen and son Nicholas as well as the rest of his family. Dr. Zamboni was an incredible talented artist and plastic surgeon. The whole package as a human being. I cannot say enough good things about him. He will not be forgotten, a "Superstar Guy" that changed my life for the better when I needed it the most.
Faith Johnson
August 13, 2015
So very sorry for the loss of Dr. Zamboni. He helped me out a lot last year with my surgery. The surgery helped build up my self esteem. He was a wonderful physician and I'm sure a wonderful man God bless and keep his family in peace.
Tonya Nieman
August 13, 2015
Like other patients in Las Vegas, I found out about Dr. Zamboni's death by letter from UMC. I was stunned - he was a wonderful surgeon and I shall be forever thankful for the fact that my aging face looks so much better than I thought it could. I am always taken aback when someone so much younger than me passes away. To his family and friends, I share a sentiment someone sent me when my mother passed: perhaps the stars in Heaven are openings where the love of our lost ones pours through to let us know they are happy. I sure hope that is true.
August 12, 2015
Today I received a letter stating Dr. Bill passed. He was my surgeon. Since we do not get the newspaper, I had no idea.
How sad for his beautiful wife,son and family.
RIP Dr. Bill
Francine Walker
Susan Helm
August 12, 2015
I knew Dr. Zamboni when he was on faculty at SIU School of Medicine. We did a couple of media stories together and he was always professional and very engaged. I particularly remember when he successfuly reattached a young boy's foot. I occasionally emailed him over the years and he always responded. I just heard of his passing. I was stunned. He will definitely be missed. Definitely one of the great ones.
Ponchita Lopez
August 10, 2015
I am so proud to have met Dr Zamboni. God bless him.
Dave & Terry Norman
August 7, 2015
We are proud to have known William as a young boy and are deeply saddened by the news of his untimely passing. Our deepest sympathy to all the Zamboni family. May the memories of William continue to live within your hearts forever.
August 7, 2015
"Billy Z." stopped his very busy life and medical practice to take a quick look at my daughter's face. You see, her wedding day was two days off, and she had been hit in the face. We just needed to know if we could go ahead with the wedding on the scheduled day, the doctor at the E.R. was unsure.
As an old Manogue acquaintance, Billy did me the favor of checking on her - I was in Reno - I couldn't even properly ask for this favor, yet he did it anyway.
For us, Billy Z. is a part of the wedding story that we tell to my daughter's children, for that was ten years ago.
He will forever be in our hearts, and our family history. We send our deepest condolences from our family to yours.
Sincerely,
Rob and Diane Dibitonto Sumner
Sabrina and Steve Adkins
Stella and Sadie Adkins
August 5, 2015
My most sincere condolences to your family, friends and staff. Dr. Zamboni was one of my doctors who performed a most needed surgery and I have the utmost respect for him. He will truly be missed. RIP
LISA LEE
August 4, 2015
R.I.P. DR.ZAMBONI.
My condolences and deepest sympathy to your wife, son, and your entire family. It was both a pleasure and a privilege working with/for you in your clinic, which was not just a job, it was an adventure. Because of you and ALLLLLL the extraordinary work I'd seen you do and what was required of me to do...really set the stage and laid a path for with whom and how I worked , post my zamboni days, and I thank you from the bottom of my heart. You'll forever be deeply cherished and greatly missed.
Mark Leyngols
August 2, 2015
Dr Z. Has been my mentor and a role model throughout my residency training and thereafter. He had a true gift in interaction with people, and I was always in awe at his talent in converting complex problems into simple once with a beautiful solution. I will be forever grateful to Dr Z for everything he has done for me, and his legacy will carry on by his trainees and loved ones.
Valerie Discon
July 31, 2015
I am so sad to see this I didn't know, & I had seen him on tv many times & I was finally ready to go see him for some services. I had read & heard so many wonderful results. I am so sorry for the family, rest easy Dr.Z
Greg Stagnone
July 28, 2015
I just learned of Bill's passing and although it's been many years am met with such sadness. He and I were in residency at SIU and graduated together. It was obvious from the day I first met him that he was an immensely talented surgeon and destined for great things but he was also an incredible human being and all around great guy. I'll bet he was a great dad too. Karen I'm so sad for your family but imagine that he made you proud every day and that you have a lifetime of memories to hold on to. God bless you and give you strength.
Thomas Hunt
July 28, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of terrible loss.Dr. Zamboni was a gifted physician and special role model for a generation of young doctors and his legacy will live on for many many years-
Thomas Hunt MD
Kathy Smith
July 28, 2015
Karen and Nicolis. I still can't believe Dr Z has passed! I was honored to have been on his team "
@ UMC...I actually SCRUBBED his first case when he arrived, hundreds there after. I will always love and miss him as one of the best plastic surgeons, as a pt myself, Iook in the mirror and think of him! Karen you are a strong woman, Condolences to you, and to your beautiful son. He would share his pictures with us, of Nickolis through his growing. It was very endearing to let me see part of his personal life. RIP Z you'll always be remembered!
John Brosious
July 26, 2015
Dr Zamboni was able to touch so many lives during his lifetime. He truly cannot be replaced. I have the greatest respect for him and credit him for molding me into the physician I am today. To his family, my condolences. He will be missed by many.
Dr. Sandeep Vijay
July 26, 2015
Praying for the eternal rest of Bill's soul and strength for the family during these trying and difficult times. Bill's passing is such a great loss to the Las Vegas medical community and will be greatly missed.
Anthony Borgia
July 24, 2015
I am greatly saddaned to hear the news of Bill's death I will truly miss him
A friend and colleague
Dr Anthony Borgia
Suzi Felts
July 23, 2015
I just recently heard of Dr. Zamboni's passing and by reading some of the comments written here on his guest book, I have to say I could not have said anything better myself. Years ago when he was a plastic surgery resident here at SIU in Springfield, IL, I was working in Surgery as a scheduler and knew of him. My 2 yr old daughter had an accident on her left ring finger that required plastic surgery attention and he was on call...needless to say after treating her injury, she looked at Dr. Zamboni and said to him "Thank you doctor" without any prompting from me. The ER nurse was so impressed by a 2 yr old saying thank you to a doctor. Now that speaks volumes of the type of doctor and person Dr. Zamboni was!!! That entire event in ER with my daughter I will never forget. The entire Zamboni family have my sympathy.
July 23, 2015
I am so sorry to learn of Dr. Zamboni's
passing. My heart goes out to Karen, his son and family. He will be missed.
Adelle Cuaron
Kim Garcia Garten and Linda, Jeff and Kerri Garcia
July 23, 2015
There are no words to express our sadness for your loss of a great, fun-loving, incredibly talented son, father and husband. I am grateful to have been blessed with years of memories cherished with Billy Z! He will be missed but never forgotten. Sending love, prayers, and peace to Judy, Roger, Tony, Shannon, Karen and Nicolas at this very difficult time.
Marlo Villasenor
July 22, 2015
Dr. Zamboni was an amazing reconstruction surgeon. I placed my life in his hands more than once and he always took care of me. I am deeply sad we lost this great man. I send my love and condolences to his family and his staff. Thank you Dr. Zamboni for all you've done. You are truly missed.
Susie and John Bowie
July 22, 2015
Dr.Zamboni. you were a blessing to so many people.
I know God needed you and now we have to be thankful to have been honored to have known you. Our hearts will never forget you.
Bruce Bannister
July 21, 2015
Tony, Shannon, and all of Dr. Bill Zamboni's family,
I am at a loss for word to express my deepest sympathy for the loss of your big brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you during the difficult time. I am sure he was proud of all of you and will continue to look over you from above. Bruce Bannister
Thalia Dockery
July 21, 2015
Rest in Paradise Dr. Zamboni,
I placed my life in your hands 8 years ago, and now the Lord has called you home. You were a gifted and compassionate surgeon. My sincere condolences to your family. Your impact on the community is immeasurable.
Hugh Henning
July 20, 2015
What a huge loss to family and to the medical services for Las Vegas. As a Doctor I am always critical of the services of other Doctors. Dr. Zamboni was the best in his field I ever encountered.
He will not be easily replaced. My deepest sympathy to the family.
Jessie Herrero
July 20, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jamie Farrar
July 20, 2015
My heart is heavy with this news! As a burn survivor , Dr. Z. and his wonderful team handled everything from the debridement to the skin grafting. Even in my worst days, he never greeted me with anything but a smile, he brought comfort to my my family and I during a very difficult time!
When the graft got infected, he took the time to yell at the irresponsable rehab nurses at a different establishment then called my mother to say, "I'm bringing her back in!"
When I asked if I were going to die because of the extent of my injuries, he grabbed my hand . "Not on my watch , Kid!", he said.
The burns have healed remarkably and my face-- which was unreconizable prior.. you can't even tell except for one or two small scars ..
You helped give me a second chance at life, Dr. Z. The only way I can repay you is to live that life with as much grace as you did!
I have so many angels watching over me and I now count you as one of them!
From the bottom of my heart, the entire Zomboni family and UMC family have the deepest sympathies of the Farrar/ Koeb famies!
Peace and comfort be with you all!
A Khavkin
July 19, 2015
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Linda Stephenson
July 19, 2015
Dear Karen, Nicolis and the Zamboni Family,
Dr. Z was a very dedicated man in all that he did. It was my privilege to work for Z for 23 years. He never recognized the word "can't". He always said "What can we do to make this happen?". Dr. Zamboni checked off his goals as he accomplished them. I always pictured him with a list of goals in his pocket. He will be sorely missed by everyone with whom he came in contact. I pray for peace, comfort, and hope in all your endeavors. We all hold many memories of Z. God bless you.
Rhonda Foreman
July 19, 2015
Great working with you Dr Zamboni. God Bless your your family and friends. Rhonda Foreman UMC family
Clark County Medical Society Alliance
July 19, 2015
To the Zamboni family. We are deeply sorry for your loss and offer our most sincere condolences at this time.
Mary Ann & Mike Winters
July 18, 2015
Dear Karen & Nicolis, My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you both. May wonderful memories of Bill warm your days ahead. Our prayers will continue for God's comfort & peace. We send our love, Mike & Mary Ann
Shawn and Heidi Tsuda
July 18, 2015
Karen and Nicolis,
Our hearts are breaking with you. Bill meant so much to Shawn and me. His support and unique understanding of each of us helped us flourish as teachers, physicians, friends, and people. Thank you for sharing such a wonderful man and mentor with us. If we can do anything for you, let us know without hesitation, as we are truly indebted.
July 18, 2015
Our deepest regrets and condolences to the Zamboni family. Bill was a man among men and truly one of the finest surgeons to grace the profession. His loss is felt by every member of the medical community as well as those patients who were blessed to have their care in his most capable and compassionate hands. Our prayers for peace and comfort are with his entire family.
Kelly & Dr. Kevin Garth
Karen Gordon
July 18, 2015
I was so saddened to hear the news of Dr.Zamboni's passing. What a tragic loss for our local medical community and the community at large, to which he dedicated his life to serving. He was a great physician and leader. It was truly an inspiration to have worked with him at UMC for almost 20 years. His vision and passion for saving lives was truly a vocation.
Karen, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Kristina Sparks
July 18, 2015
Prayers for Zamboni family. Heaven has another angel looking down and watching us.
Kristina Sparks
July 18, 2015
To the Zamboni family. My prayers are with you all. I have worked for Dr Zamboni for ten years. Him and Karen did a lot for the staff. I remember the first party that Nicolis came to and was swimming. Love joy in Dr Zamboni's eyes was one of the most precious moments. You will be missed but never forgotten. Thank you for all you have done for the teaching the ought the years. The first time I was in clinic with him scared me, but Isela and Dr Zambomi told me everything will be ok. I was so nervous that after the day was done I learned a lot from him. Karen prayers to you and Nicolis. There are no words to make you feel better but knowing you and Nicolis can share great stories.
Shelley Williams
July 18, 2015
I worked for Dr. Zamboni in the Surgery research lab. It was an honor to work for him. He was a good, kind, and brilliant man. The research lab exists because of him. It was evident that research was one of his passions. His research team would meet with him at least twice a month to discuss our progress on projects. He would often share stories during this time of Nicolis and Karen, it was clear how much he loved them. He will be sorely missed.
Karen, Nicolis and the Zamboni family: You are in my thoughts and prayers. I send you my deepest sympathies.
Susan Smith
July 18, 2015
Dear Karen,
So saddened to hear of your loss.
With a heavy heart sending you and your son caring and compassionate thoughts.
Tereza Arredondo
July 18, 2015
I'm very sorry for the loss of such an amazing person. He touched so many lives in such a positive way. He will be missed by all of us... This past week his resident students whom trained with him and continued to become surgeons have called the office to share stories. They all thank him for everything he did to help them to become surgeons.....Karen I'm so sorry for the loss of Dr Zamboni. He was very blessed to have you as his wife as Nicolis is to have you as his mother. Dr Zamboni and you are what we call TRUE LOVE... The team work between the two of you as parents and at the office is an example of what marriage is about. In the middle of busy clinic if he heard Nicolis was in the office his face would light up with a big smile. The two of you meant the world to him.... The Zamboni family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Isela Martinez
July 17, 2015
I have worked for Dr.Zamboni for 15 years, but I never had the chance to thank him for the opportunity he gave me in 2000. I was fresh out of school after being a housewife and stay at home mom for 8 years, and fresh out of school. I was asked to fill in at the Plastic Surgery department at UNSOM during my externship. For some reason I might have done a good job because he hired me 3 weeks into my training. Little did I know that I would be working with such a talented surgeon . He was the extent of my training. His motto was "you watch me do one, you do the next one". And he wasn't joking. Running his clinics were exhausting but so rewarding. I was taught by the best and watched him teach others. Teaching was something he loved to do and I had the privilege and the honor to be a part of it. I will always hold those memories close to my heart. My husband and my girls have been affected by this loss, and we will miss him.
Mary Kay Peck
July 17, 2015
Karen,
I was so sorry to hear the sad news about Bill. He was an exceptional man and I'm grateful to have met you and Bill through Joan. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
LILIA M. KELLY
July 17, 2015
IN LOVING MEMORY OF A WONDERFUL PERSON.THE LOSS OF A LOVE ONE AND HIS MEMORIES WILL NEVER FADE,IN YOUR HEART THEY REMAIN FOREVER.OUR HEARTFELT SYMPATHY.... LILIA M.KELLY (UMC-BCT OPC)
Tanya Williams
July 17, 2015
I thank God for putting Dr. William Zamboni and his wife Karen Zamboni in my life. I feel blessed to have known them and worked with them even if doesn't feel long enough! Dr.Zamboni was an exquisite plastic surgeon, professor, boss, business man. I think I can speak for everyone in our office when I say I looked up to him. The family is in my prayers daily.
Edward Chang
July 17, 2015
Dr. Zamboni has been a friend, leader and mentor to many in a rewarding and productive life that has sadly been cut short. However in his lifetime he has accomplished and touched more than many can do in a lifetime.
I remember meeting him through one of my closest friends Richard who is an example of the guidance, mentorship, support, knowledge and friendship that epitomizes Dr. Zamboni. In that brief meeting, he has always remembered me and demonstrated a genuine interest in a person he met through chance. That is the embodiment of a true gentleman and physician.
He will be dearly missed.
July 17, 2015
To the Zamboni family from PCC Surgery Dept. know that his Love and presence will never be gone, but will always be felt and carried in your hearts. Such a amazing man that has affected so many lives. Thank God for that special calling he had. I will never forget the time that i was called into his office. He wanted to make sure i was doing my best to take care of Dr. Thornton. I realized at that point how important his colleagues were.
Linda V.
Cheryl Lea
July 17, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
bob McGann
July 17, 2015
I got to know Bill when he was a surgery resident , who rotated thru my service of cardiovascular surgery in Springfield ILL -----He was a brilliant surgeon/absolutely fearless (and in his case ---appropriatley so---he could back it up)-----more importantly , he was a good man ---dr bob mcgann ---naples , fl
jennifer UMC surgery scheduling
July 17, 2015
Karen
I know there is nothing that I can say to make your loss easier...but I'm sending love,courage and support to help you through this pain. Know that those who love us never go away ! All the good memories Dr Zamboni left at UMC will make him truly special to us always !
Rhoda Sosa
July 17, 2015
My sincere condolences to the Zamboni family. Dr Zamboni was a respected surgeon and colleague. He will be missed. God Bless.
Jill DuMay & Joe Walczak
July 17, 2015
Karen, Nicolis & Zamboni Family, Dr. Zamboni was an amazing man. Our hearts are saddened by your loss and our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Suellen Bacigalupi
July 17, 2015
Sympathies to your family on the passing of your husband, father, brother, son. May your memories bring you comfort. I will always smile when remembering Billy and, in time, I hope you will too. Rest in peace Billy Z. You will be missed!
July 17, 2015
Dear Karen,
I am saddened by your loss and my prayers are with you. Liz found Bill's obituary on the internet because she was thinking about you. Must have been a Godly intervention. I hope you find peace and solace.
Theresa Anderson -Jones
Wendy Hammer
July 17, 2015
Lots of love to the family and friends! He was a great surgeon and will be missed by many!
Melissa Jones
July 17, 2015
I am saddened by hearing of the loss of Dr. Zamboni. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. He will be surely missed!
Raymond Joe
July 17, 2015
This is a tribute to my dear friend William Zamboni, MD who I have known and worked for 15 years. Through the years, Dr. Zamboni, has demonstrated leadership and excellence, he motivated us to reach our full potential, and provide compassion towards our patients at the School of Medicine. Our conversations centered around his family who he loved more than life. Nicolis, was always at the top of his conversations, I remember going to the hospital to see Karen when she delivered, she was shaking and cold, but was overjoyed at the sight of little Nicolis. He was brought into this world by two outstanding parents who are cherished in the community, could we all be so lucky and blessed. I will miss him more than you know, but feel reassured to know that heaven has opened the gates for him. God be with you until we meet again. To Karen and Nicolis, know that he is in a better place and earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. You are always in my prayers, and I look forward to seeing you soon. Raymond Joe
Chris Kurdziel
July 17, 2015
Loving wishes to the Zamboni family on the loss of Dr. Zamboni. He was a kind and caring person who enriched the lives of many people. He will be missed.
Margaret Poggemeier
July 17, 2015
Karen,Nicolis and Zamboni Family, My heart has been saddened by the passing of Bill, a friend and amazing surgeon who truly loved his work. He had such dedication to his family and his calling in life. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Chrys Smiley
July 17, 2015
I am saddened by hearing of the loss of Dr. Zamboni. He was a terrific surgeon and kind man. I know that he loved his family deeply. He will be missed.
Ash Gupta
July 17, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. He was an honorable man doing good work.
July 16, 2015
Dr Zamboni and his team did 5 surgeries on my mother Teresa O'Dwyer who was a burn victim in 2012. He personally came and spoke to us and reassured us during every moment of our terrible tragedy. We lost her on 6/4/12. I am so sorry to hear this. he was a good man and doctor.
Cindy Eggleston
July 16, 2015
Dr. Zamboni was beloved. I never fully understood what it meant to be beloved, but all you have to do is read all these kind words from people all over the country who knew him in every possible capacity and it's clear he was a good, kind, trusted, and beloved man.
He always tried to do the right thing for his faculty, patients and staff. He was a tireless champion for our school and department. He loved his precious Nicolis so very, very much. All you had to say was How is Nicolis? and his eyes would light up and he'd tell you the cute thing that Nicolis just did. He was dedicated to Karen, Nicolis and his family. We will miss him dearly. All my thoughts and prayers are with the Zamboni family.
Leann Curtis
July 16, 2015
Karen,
Thinking of you and your family. Bill was a great man and we are so very very sad for your loss.
Tonya Wright
July 16, 2015
The highlight of my work day was standing beside Dr. Z in the OR. Besides being a trusted and exceptionally talented surgeon, he was a dedicated teacher. Over the years I gained not only a tremendous amount of respect but a dear friendship that I will forever cherish. Dr. Zamboni meant the world to me and he will truly be missed. We often joked about liposuction being our least favorite case, but we always seemed to end a day in the OR with smiles on our faces no matter what the cases were.
Karen and Nicolis; Dr. Z was a true super hero to everyone who had the pleasure of working with him. I loved him very much. My deepest sympathy goes out to you. I know that you now have a very special guardian angel looking out for you.
Betsy
July 16, 2015
Dr Z will always hold a special place in my heart and thoughts,my prayers are with his family during
these sad times, he will be missed!
Janice Cain
July 16, 2015
Karen,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
John Menezes
July 16, 2015
We as a community and practice family share our grief and sense of loss with his immediate family at his premature passing. He will be sorely missed and cannot be replaced. I owe a great deal to him, as do many others, for helping launch my career. May he rest in peace.
Linda Ward
July 16, 2015
RIP Dear Billy. I still see your little silver sweet sweet shy smile from more than 40 yrs ago-Beautiful Boy that turned into a GReat Man with healing loving hands. I'm kissing your cheek Dear Beautiful One & holding close my memmories of you as a child that I loved and knew. I was Aunt Linda then and you too cute.
Joseph Thornton MD
July 16, 2015
I remember when Z recruited me to join the faculty in surgery. He painted a picture of what he planned that was so exciting I was overwhelmed at his offer and readily accepted. I am one of the very few that was doing surgery in Vegas when UNR started at UMC with one surgical resident. There was steady but slow progress until Z took over. He attracted outstanding residents and recruited many to join the faculty after training at places like Harvard, Stanford,USC,and others. He built a surgery program that was gaining notoriety all over the country. His graduates are working at MD Anderson, Stanford and other prominent hospitals. He is responsible for an amazing increase in the quality of surgical care in Vegas. He was truly a man of vision who realized much but had so much more ahead to accomplish. The Zamboni surgery family is a testimonial to his life. Vegas and all of us are much better because of Dr William Zamboni.
My condolences to Karen and all the family
Dale Carrison
July 16, 2015
A brilliant surgeon, highly intelligent and committed to what ever he did. I had many discussions and arguments with him. He was the support I needed to submit the PIF for the emergency medicine residency. Without his support there would not have been an emergency medicine residency. He was pleased when we got an initial 3 year approval for the residency. I received one of the finest notes I have ever gotten from a colleague when we received the 5 year approval on our first application after our initial approval. I cherished that note because of my great respect for Bill.
He will be so missed, not only by his family but by all of us who had the privilege of working and interacting with him.
Nolan Jaeger
July 16, 2015
Dr. Zamboni's legacy will live on through the many lives he touched. There is an extended family of students, residents, and staff that will carry with them the lessons and knowledge that he generously bestowed on them throughout his career. He will be greatly missed. His family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Deborah Bash
July 16, 2015
Dear Karen--
My thoughts are with you and your family and I am keeping you in my prayers. Bill was a wonderful surgeon and colleague. I can't imagine the pain you are in right now. Know that you are in my prayers and surrounded by friends and family who love you.
Deb Bash
(resident at SIU with Bill)
Ole Thienhaus
July 16, 2015
My sincere condolences to the Zamboni family. I will always cherish the memory of working closely with Bill. He was a brilliant surgeon, a thoughtful leader and an enthusiastic teacher.
July 16, 2015
Dear Karen:
You and your son are in our thoughts and prayers. Bill was a wonderful med school classmate and friend, a brilliant physician, and a caring person. May God's peace be with you.
With kindest regards and great sympathy,
Sonja & Dr. John Brouwers
Lucille Chiusano
July 16, 2015
I'm so sad and sorry to hear about the passing of Dr. Zamboni. I send my deepest heartfelt condolences to his family. I was his patient and he performed a breast reduction on me in 2005.
I remember a funny incident the morning of my surgery. The nurse came in and told me that "Dr. Zamboni is running about 15 minutes late." I replied "Oh that's okay. He probably stopped at Starbucks." I remember the nurse laughing and stating "Oh no ...no ...no .... Dr. Zamboni does not get his own Starbucks, he has staff for that" and then we both just laughed at the absurdity of my comment. Of course he did. He was the boss, the man in charge, a brilliant surgeon, he earned the right to delegate that task to someone else. I remember when he arrived I teased him and said "oh yeah, you went to Starbucks didn't you?" I remember he smiled and laughed at my joke. Dr. Zamboni was a very gentle and nice person and I felt so relaxed the day of my surgery as he reassured me that everything was going to be just fine. He did such an amazing and beautiful job. The reduction changed my life, boosted my confidence and took away my lifelong insecurity. I am grateful to him for doing that for me and I hope he knew just how much he positively impacted so many lives. From that point on, I always raved about him and I recommended him to many other women who went to him for the same procedure.
I feel so blessed to have this very faint small scar, because it will always be a reminder to me that I was touched by this very brilliant surgeon and that I am but just one tiny piece of the great legacy that he left behind.
Liz Anderson-Holcomb
July 16, 2015
Karen, I'm so sorry for your loss. I've thought of you often. My heart goes out to you and your family. I remember years ago, how Bill always made you laugh.
Aurelia e Susanna Guarino
July 16, 2015
Arrivederci dott Zamboni
Was great to know you rip
Sherree Mounts
July 16, 2015
Dr. Z was not just a great surgeon, He was a fantastic Boss who always stood with his staff and always cared about us and our families. He wasn't just my boss, or my surgeon he was a my friend along with Karen and Nicolis. Z will always have a place in my heart. GODSPEED friend, Heaven needed a great man and picked you.
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