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Peter W. Jannace M.D.

Peter Jannace Obituary

JANNACE, PETER W. M.D., (Internal Medicine), Sc.D. (Nutritional Biochemistry), of Rocky Point, NY (formerly of Louisville, KY and Brooklyn, NY) passed away on October 15, 2005, in his 53rd year. Beloved husband of Angela (nee Watts); loving father of Peter, Sophia, Timothy, Maya, and Matthew; devoted son of Peter and Elsa; dear brother of Linda. Peter had a painless death at home due to his unknown cardio-pulmonary disease. To all of his dear patients, you were always in his thoughts and prayers and he was looking forward to caring for you again. Reposing Moloney's Hauppauge Funeral Home, 840 Wheeler Rd. (Rte.111), Hauppauge, NY, where a religious service will be held Wednesday 8 p.m. Cremation private. Visiting Tuesday and Wednesday 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.

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Published by Courier-Journal on Oct. 18, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Peter Jannace

24 Entries

Jennifer & Joseph Hazelip

October 31, 2005

I first met Dr. Jannce while working at Baptist East. He had brought a couple of the children with him while making rounds. I was a Unit Secretary on the Womens Med/Surg floor. He was always a very sweet man, and to have his children with him really showed how much he cared for his family.

I meet Dr. Jannace again a few years later through the Romans family. He had taken such great care of my friend Becky when her health was in great danger. After seeing that compassion I new we had finally found our doctor. My husband Joe seen him mostly. He took care of Joe's RA when in his late 20's no one wanted to help him. He even told him he had mitro valve prolapse when no other doctors in over twenty years had ever noticed it. He also stopped in to check on my grandfather to see if he needed anything (who was not his patient) when seeing me in the hospital with him.

To hear of his death and not being able to return to his wonderful care saddens us. But not only for us but for the entire Jannace family. I know he loved you all more than words could ever say, and I am so sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful doctor and person.

Mark Drury

October 29, 2005

I met Dr. Jannace at a time of extreme poor health in the 1990's. His expert knowledge and treatment of cellulitis saved my left leg. He even accompanied me to a support group for bariatric surgery patients when I was considering the surgery. For some strange reason, I asked him if I could take his picture during one office visit. I still have that photo. I never had the surgery, but was able to lose almost 200 pounds through diet and exercise and I never got the chance for him to see me. What a great and caring man. I loved him deeply. He made such a difference in my life. My heart goes out to his beloved family.

Carmine Allocco

October 29, 2005

I consider myself fortunate to have been able to see Dr. J one last time after hearing the devastating news of his passing. I recall how uplifted I felt after talking to him in early October when he told me that Angela & he were coming back to Louisville. This wonderful man has always given me hope and support and the positive spirit that he expressed about being able to get back to “his patients”, especially the older ones who he worried so much about was truly beautiful. I had the privilege of meeting the rest of his wonderful family along with his beautiful children. I realize these may sound like hollow words but you all have the benefit of remembering the precious times, short as they may appear, that you had with this gentle, caring and sensitive friend, doctor, husband, father & brother. Be assured that there are many who are praying for you all and for all of those that miss him so much.

Carmine Allocco

Angela Jannace

October 28, 2005

I know some of you (Peter's patients&friends) voiced interest in having prayer cards, participating in Peter's ritual request (of being sprinkled on a vegetable garden) and reading some of his letters. I also have several locks of hair should anyone want a momentum locket. You may reach me at 301-9172cell/210-1897cell/966-9602 or 11208 Paloma Ct. Lou, Ky. 40229 Love&Health Always, Angela Jannace

Alicia Elzy

October 28, 2005

Angela, I am deeply saddened to hear the news of Dr. Jannace. He was a truly remarkable man in every sense. I have never met a person who showed such guinuine care and concern for others. Going to school with you and working with him, I learned what it meant to love someone and to find your soul mate. Thank you both for giving me that gift.

My deepest sympathy Angela,

Angela Jannace

October 27, 2005

Dear patients, friends and colleagues...Thank you so much for your kind words. He adored you. You know you could call our home anytime and you did. Genuine human compassion was always something we lived by. He was a beautiful man in every way. He was the best father and husband. He was always giving in word and deed, gentle, considerate, respectful and there for us as much as he could be. He was the best friend anyone could ever have. We talked and laughed so much and shared everything. The past 10 yrs have not been easy. He wrote me many beautiful letters about his patients, children and me. I have them to share should anyone want to hear/see his words. He wrote: "I need you." "I know it is very hard for you. But, without you I would not have been able to make it". Many people can not weather the storms or give of themselves in the ways that Peter and I gave to each other and that is the most remarkable thing any two people can have together. Many are only thinking about themselves and that is very unfortunate indeed. We had a truly special relationship filled with love. He writes: "God has given me an enormous capacity for loving." He did. He writes: "Thank you for everything you are and everything you do." "You have everything you need inside of you." "Thank God that you never gave up." I am so proud to be your husband...He always made me feel special. He was lovely and full of purity. Just as he was caring for his patients, he too was caring for his family. He always had faith and believed. It was the most optimistic individual I've ever met. He helped me grow/mature, believe in myself, he taught me about life experience, people and some medicine, he taught/showed me how to have faith in God and myself. He gave me strength and believed he could transfer his strong energy to me. He did. He wanted to be cremated and sprinkled on a vegetable garden so that other might eat him. For him it would be a spiritual/physical/chemical ritual giving of himself. He has already given so much of himself to all of us. He was so young and full of life. He said, "Angela, Never let people grind you down." He said, "Never say anything bad about yourself because there is always going to be someone saying it for you." He always gave me hope and never let me down. My Dear Peter...Always. He said, "I felt you resonate." and that was the beginning. Soo beautiful!!

Rosie Allocco

October 25, 2005

We were so looking forward to having Dr J. back in Louisville. He was a good man and a good doctor. As a doctor & a friend, my husband and I will never forget the support & care he provided. He will be missed.

Krista (Darbro) McBride

October 25, 2005

I worked with Dr. Jannace in Louisville as a physical therapist and I always enjoyed my talks with him. I respected the way he truly cared for his patients and their best interest. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time. He will be truly missed as an individual and a superb physician. God bless to all.

Debra Janes

October 23, 2005

I practiced with Dr. Jannace briefly in Lville. He was a good MD and truly genuine person. My condolences to his family

Dr. Steven Smith

October 23, 2005

My deepest sympathies to the Jannace family. I am an ER doctor at Baptist East and had the opportunity to know Peter through the years.

Peter was an excellent clinician and could diagnose disease processes that others missed.

We offered free medical Clinics for the indigent through Touched Twice Ministries that Peter served faithfully (we loved that he could speak Spanish)! He displayed compassion for so many.

Even though I only briefly met some of his immediate family, he loved you and spoke of you often.

Although saddened by his death, I know that Peter ended up having the greatest possession possible on this earth-the foundation of a relationship with Jesus Christ.

I know that I speak for others.

A Christian physician and friend,

Steven W. Smith MD

Serena "Elgan" Newkirk

October 20, 2005

My sympathy to the Jannace family. My Mother and Father, Don and Wanda Elgan, were patients of his for several years. They dearly loved him, sadly they had gone ahead of him but I can guarantee there were big hugs awaiting him. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Ann Marie Lombardi, MD

October 20, 2005

Peter was a great guy. I worked with him at Baptist Hospital East.

He will be missed. I am sorry for his family's loss, and for all of us who knew him.

George Herbig

October 19, 2005

Dr. Jannace was a good friend, man, and physician. He will be missed. There are places in heaven for people like him. My deepest sympathies to all of his family, friends, and patients.

Jacqueline and Keith Rapp

October 19, 2005

Our deepest sympathies are with the Jannace family. Dr. Jannace was a true blessing to us and we will miss him greatly.

LINDA & CHRIS ROMANS

October 19, 2005

MY DEAR ANGELA, I AM SO VERY SADDENED BY PETER'S PASSING, I LOVED HIM AS A FRIEND, MD, AND A PERSON, HE TRULY TOOK CARE OF HIS PATIENTS LIKE THEY WERE HIS FAMILY, I HAVE TRULY MISSED HEARING FROM BOTH OF YOU, I KNOW GOD MUST HAVE NEEDED HIM TO COME HOME, BUT I KNOW THAT LEAVES YOU SAD, BUT REMEMBER ONE DAY YOU WILL BE IN GLORY WITH HIM. MY DEEPEST PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU AND HIS FAMILY, ALWAYS YOUR FRIEND AND MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

judith pierce

October 19, 2005

dr jannace was a kind and funny docter that liked to see his friends and patients laugh at his funny stories he was a wonderful docter he will be missed his family is in my prayers we lost a great docter and friend judith pierce

October 19, 2005

Howard & Gwen Ray

October 18, 2005

We want to add our condolences to the family. Dr. Jannace was one of the finest physicians we have known and we treasure the fine treatment he afforded us. God bless you all.

Jackie Moore

October 18, 2005

My deepest sympathy to angela and all of Dr. jannase's family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am Kellye and JimiAnn's mother.

Reda Caudill

October 18, 2005

I was shocked and saddened by the news of Dr. Jannace's death. As a doctor, he always treated the person, not just the illness. He had a kind heart and will be missed.

Patricia Norris

October 18, 2005

My prayers are with you. You have lost a dear loved one and we have lost the best doctor I have known and a wonderful, wonderful human being. His legacy is enormous.

Patricia Thacker

October 18, 2005

Angela, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Love Pat

Joyce Porter

October 18, 2005

My deepest sympathy to Dr. Jannaces family.

Edgar A. Lopez M.D.FACS

October 18, 2005

My sincere condolences.

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