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Louis J." Lou" "Doc" Totani obituary, Bangor, PA

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Louis Totani Obituary

Louis J." Lou" "Doc" Totani, age 88, of Pen Argyl, PA passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on March 8, 2018. Lou was born on June 3, 1929 and raised in Lansford, PA. A resident of Pen Argyl, PA for the last 49 years formerly of Philadelphia, PA. He was son of the late Dominic and Ida Fortunato Totani. He attended Coaldale High School and graduated from Temple University School of Pharmacy in 1953. He then worked for several Pharmaceutical Companies, Upjohn and Eli Lilly, from 1953-1963. Dr. Totani then attended Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and graduated in 1967. After graduating he worked at Bangor Medical Center for 10 years before going into a private practice in Wind Gap, PA in 1974, until he retired in 2011. He was an avid reader and enjoyed playing poker with his family by the lake. His biggest passion was his family and his patients. Predeceased by daughter Paula DiGrazia (2010) and a sister Inez Larichiuta (2011) He is survived by his wife of 62 years Janet Romine Totani. Children: Dr. Dominic Totani, Theresa Totani, Betsy (Al) Clewell, Maria (Bart) Cavanagh, Kristan (Rob) Campanaro and Louis J. Totani, Jr. (Amy), Brothers: John and Nicholas Totani , Sisters: Roseann Bales, Sofia Matthews and Mary Totani also survived by 11 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. The family expresses their heartfelt thanks to his caregivers Tippy, Kristee and Angel Helpers. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his visitation Saturday March 17, 2018 after 10:00 am to the start of his Memorial Service at 11:30 am in Grace United Methodist Church 404 E. Mountain Ave. Pen Argyl, PA 18072. Int Private. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions to Compassus Hospice and Palliative Care7248 Tilghman St. suite 160 Allentown, PA 18106 or the Leukemia / Lymphoma Society 1525 Valley Center Parkway #180 Bethlehem, PA 18017. Arrangments by Samuel Campanaro Funeral Home , Bangor, PA

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Published by Morning Call on Mar. 11, 2018.

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Tammi Rotolo

August 27, 2023

He was and will always remain the best doctor to ever grace this world,he saved my life on so many levels. I owe everything to him.i will always love you doc ,God has truly been blessed to have him

Mike Cordas

May 3, 2018

One of my classmates from PCOM. So sorry to hear of Lou's passing. I have many memories of Lou in our earlier days. I am sure he will be missed.

Mike Cordas PCOM 67

Susan Borger

April 28, 2018

He took care of my parents and I for 40 yrs. My mother and I are deeply sadden by his passing. He was a great doctor. To my mother there was no doctor like Dr.Totani. Take care of yourselves and remember all the happy memories.

Raina Kearney (Streich)

March 19, 2018

What a wonderful man. He touched so many lives with his loving care. May god bless him. My thoughts & prayers are with his family.

Bernadette Sahm

March 18, 2018

Heaven has another Angel ... God Bless his soul, his family and all those who loved him! I'm sure my mother Inez will be happy to reunite with her brother.

Lisa Zemenak

March 16, 2018

May you be comforted in knowing he is with Paula now and together they will be watching over all of you. Sending prayers that your happy memories will help to console you at this difficult time.
Lisa, Jeff & Olivia Zemenak

Dominic Raso

March 16, 2018

I remember so many nights our father would take me and my 3 brothers up to Doc "T" house and we would run around and cause mischief. We always felt like we were at home and Mrs "T" would always take great care of us and give out mother whom we drove crazy " 4 boys can cause alot of trouble. I remember our father who had the upmost respect for "Doc" and considered him in a small circle of "True life long friends that valued what friendship ment. Doc was part of what we called the original "Rat Pack" of valley doc's along with our father and a small select group of doctors who were all beloved by their patients because of what I believe is the most important characteristic of great physicians "compassion" and a great love of people. I know he is up in the heavens now telling old stories with my Pop's with their stethoscopes round their necks making rounds together again. Rest in peace "Doc" "T" you have been and will always be beloved by our family and rank at the top of our list of what make the Best human beings while on this earth!! Honor and Respect always for you and your family from all of Dr Dominick Raso's children and Family!! Viva Italia!!!

Julia Raisner

March 16, 2018

Prayers for the entire Totani Family. Doctor Totani was always very caring and compassionate to his patients. Heaven gained an angel. God Bless

Corrine (Corky) Shumway

March 15, 2018

Janet and Totani family, I would like to express my most sincere sympathy in the loss of your husband and father. I am a fellow member of the 1955 graduating class of The McMillan Hospital School of Nursing with Janet and am sorry to have lost touch with her. You were blessed with a long marriage so I know how much you all are blessed. May God give you peace and comfort.
Corrine Hudson Shumway

Jennifer Werner (Balek)

March 15, 2018

Totani family, I am so sorry for your loss. "Doc" was a wonderful man and I will always have fond memories of him close to my heart. He was my Dr from the time I was born until he retired. I will forever miss that smile of his and that laugh!! He was one of a kind and will be missed by many. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.

March 15, 2018

Totani Family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. With all our sympathy Gene and Teresa Lienhard and Family (Wilson Borough, Pa.)

Bill and Beverly Earl

March 14, 2018

A great Doctor who was always available to his patients. I particularly remember him for his kindness when I was a divorced mother living on a shoestring and he gave me meds from his pharmacy and did not charge me for the office visit because all of us were sick. I'm sure the angels gave you a huge welcome when you went home to Jesus. You truly lived out your faith.

Gene Miller

March 13, 2018

Janet and family, John Callahan called me and informed me of Lou's passing.
I did not have much contact with Lou at PCOM. But our year of internship there was much more camaraderie. I feel Lou was always the more mature of the seven of us and was very dependable and responsible taking the time of our training seriously and giving good advice having experienced life more than some of us. He was always calm, reassuring, pleasant, and smiling.
Always enjoyed the few times after internship that we did get together.
Lou loved you Janet, his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.
He was loved by his patients and I know he gave the best of care to them. He was from the "old school" as I like to say and I am sure his patients missed him when he retired and will miss him now.
May God grant you and your family comfort and strength in the days ahead remembering the blessing Lou was to you all - a good husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend.
Because of a commitment, I regrettably will not be able to attend the services of my fellow intern and colleague

God bless and Shalom, Bonnie & Gene Miller

March 13, 2018

Janet and family
So sorry for your loss. I will always remember "Doc" as my favorite doctor, even though he kept calling me "Gretchen". He's the only person who got away with that! He will be greatly missed!
Gert (Clewell) Roth

March 13, 2018

He had a booming, but warm personality, and a smile as large as life. We will miss you Mr. Smiles. Our hearts reach out to family and friends.

Love, Jim and Peggy Misantone and family

Kristina Strouse

March 12, 2018

So sorry for your loss

Linda Lieberman

March 12, 2018

Dear Mrs.Totani,and family.... So sorry to hear he passed. What a great person. My father Bill Lieberman thought the world of him. Doc.was very good to me and my children. He will be missed so much. Sending warm hugs and many prayers...

Jackie (Sandella) Slingland

March 12, 2018

Nick, Read about your brother's passing and wanted to extend our condolences to you and your family.

Debra Totani

March 12, 2018

I'm so saddened to hear of my Uncle Lou's passing. He will always be remembered in my heart for his warm teddy bear hugs and the love he brought into the room with his presence.

Colleen OConnell

March 12, 2018

Those we love don't go away,
They walk beside us every day.
Unseen, unheard but always near,
Still loved, still missed but very dear.

We keep you in our thoughts.
Dominique and Colleen

Jennie Phillips

March 12, 2018

Dr. Totani was a wonderful doctor. He took care of me when I was in Bangor. My deepest sympathy.

Sharon Wilgus

March 12, 2018

Lou and family,
I am very sorry for your loss. Your father was a nice man and a great doctor. He will be missed by many.

Amy Ford (Lugg)

March 12, 2018

Doc was an amazing person who took the time to know the people he was treating. He was kind, compassionate, and often made extra effort to make someone feel comfortable. You will be truly missed. My condolences go out to his family.

Shannon Conklin

March 12, 2018

Doc you will be greatly missed. You took great care of me growing up. You always made me feel like a princess every time I was there...my sincerest condolences to the family. May you Rest In Peace

Carla Bortz

March 12, 2018

My sincerest condolences. Doc was a terrific person, I am so sorry to see that he has passed, God Bless and may he rest in peace.

Kathy Joyce

March 12, 2018

Lou and Family,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

March 12, 2018

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Linda & Joe Capone

March 12, 2018

What a wonderful compassionate Dr. He was our Dr. for many years and we treasured that. Blessing to the family. He worked long and gave everything to his patients.

Charles and Della Stenlake

March 12, 2018

Dear Family
Prayers and thought at this time. A wonderful and caring Doctor he will be missed.

Jeanne Renner

March 12, 2018

Dr Totani was an exceptional person and doctor. He was the best and it's very hard to find a doctor to replace him. I will remenber him as not only my families doctor but also a special friend.he was a real family man who loved his family above all. May the family find peace and comfort knowing that he is with the Lord.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Howard and Jeanne Renner

Jamie Achenbach

March 11, 2018

In our hearts Dr. Totani will always be our doctor. There will never be another one like him. He was such a special person who will be remembered & missed by everyone. Out thoughts & prayers are with his family. Rest In Peace Dr. Totani.

Jamie Achenbach
Linda Romanishan
Barbara Hendershot

Priscilla Koch

March 11, 2018

Sofia, so sorry for the loss of your brother.

Priscilla Koch

March 11, 2018

Sofia, sorry for the loss of your brother .

Dr. Hanora O'Connell

March 11, 2018

I feel lucky to have fond memories of spending time with Uncle Lou, Aunt Janet, and all of the kids. Frozen custard, and riding in the backward facing seat of the station wagon were favorite times among many. Sofia, Ted and I wish the whole family peace and love, as they say goodbye to their resolute partner, mentor, provider, protector, and friend.

Patty Guszak Ondilla

March 11, 2018

Dear Thearsa and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Your Dad was a wonderful Doctor, very caring and kind. Be there for your Mom and each other. Heal in your own time. Your Dad will always be watching over all you!

philip pontrelli

March 11, 2018

My sympathy goes out to the entire family

teresa ledonne

March 11, 2018

Dear Maria and family,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. May you be able to remember all the wonderful times you spent with your dad while he was on Earth.

March 11, 2018

Doc was a great physician and my godfather as well. I remember him ever so well and remember when the office in Wind Gap was being constructed too; in fact, the memory I have is when the studs for the walls were just put up for the waiting room.

Doc had a kind heart and was a caring physician and person. He will be missed.

Sincerely,

Steve Treible
Phoenix, Arizona

Curcio

March 11, 2018

Dear Mrs Totani and children
Many thoughts come to mind when remembering Dr Totani but dedication,commitment and family are in the forefront. He was such a man of great integrity and compassion toward all. His rest and comfort are so well deserved, even though he will be missed by all, especially his beautiful family. Our deepest sympathy and heartfelt prayers to all of you .
Sincerely,
Michael & Karin Curcio

patricia flynn

March 11, 2018

......One of the finest human beings to ever walk the earth. His empathy knew no bounds and his humor was infectious and always uplifting. A joy to be in his presence no matter what the circumstance might be. God bless you dear Dr. Totani.....

Marc

March 11, 2018

Doc was a fantastic physician, and a treasured family friend. A remarkable man, who lived a remarkable life- rest in peace Lou Totani, and may God bless your family.

Audrey and Jeffery Steiert

March 11, 2018

May God Bless the entire Totani Family at this difficult time. Doc was a wonderful doctor, person, family man, husband, father and grandfather. He will be greatly missed. He's certainly earned his angel wings and his eternal rest. He's helped so many people during his lifetime and for that, so many people are grateful. Thank you Dr. Totani for being the wonderful doctor you were to our family and especially our children. Rest In Peace Dear Doctor

Valerie Striba

March 11, 2018

Doc was a very professional and friendly person that did his utmost to give you the best medical care. My sincere condolences to his family. May he rest in peace.

jon Raso M.D

March 11, 2018

Doc Lou was a great physician , he loved his family and patients. My father Dr. Dom Raso thought the world of Him and valued his friendship. Heaven has gained a great soul.

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