Ronald S. Meltzer M.D.

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Dr. Ronald Meltzer
Ronald S. Meltzer, M.D., 66, of West Rockhill Township, died July 24, 2009 in Lehigh Valley Hospital, Salisbury Township. He was the husband of Anita S. (Neufeld) Meltzer. They would have celebrated their 42nd wedding anniversity on August 20. Born in Bronx, N.Y., he was the son of the late Milton and Lillian (Fitterman) Meltzer. After his high school graduation, he went on to receive his BA from Rutgers University in 1964, then his MD from New Jersey College of Medicine and Dentistry in 1968. He was a urologist for 30 years both in private practice and at Grandview Hospital, Sellersville. Dr. Meltzer served on several committees at the hospital during his time there, and continued on after his retirement. He served as a lieutenant in the Navy with the medical corps during the Vietnam War. Upon his honorable discharge, he attained the rank of Lt. Commander. Ronald was well known in the community for his medical care and his sense of humor. An avid sports fan, he enjoyed this most recent Phillies World Series win. Survivors: In addition to his loving wife, Anita; sons, Daniel E. Meltzer and his wife Margrit, of New York City, N.Y., Andrew L. Meltzer of Seattle, Wash. and Jed A. Meltzer and his wife, Rebecca, of Rockville, Md.; sister, Amy Szeglin; grandchildren Joseph and Elizabeth. Services: graveside, Sunday July 26, at 1 p.m. in Keneseth Israel Cemetery. Arrangements by Bachman, Kulik & Reinsmith Funeral Home, 17th and Hamilton streets, Allentown. Contributions: To a charity of ones choice or to Grandview Hospital, 700 Lawn Ave., Sellersville, PA 18960.

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Published by Morning Call on Jul. 25, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Ronald Meltzer

8 Entries

Rich Scholl

July 30, 2009

I'm really sorry to hear about Ron's passing. He took care of me with my kidney stones for over 25 years. He really DID care. I will miss his great sence of humor.

John David

July 30, 2009

I am very sorry to hear of Dr. Meltzer's passing. I still remember coming to your house as a kid and his great sense of humor. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

SLQH OR & PACU Staff

July 30, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. The OR staff at St. Luke's Quakertown enjoyed working with Dr. Meltzer. He was admired and respected.

John Dobrota

July 28, 2009

Dear Anita, I was saddened to hear of Ron's passing. He was a wonderful friend and physician. We loved to share sports stories while having lunch at GVH cafeteria. Will miss his friendship. He could list the entire starting team of the 1953 Brooklyn Dodgers for example. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Joyce Sleeter

July 28, 2009

I was saddened by the passing of Dr. Meltzer. I worked with him at Grand View Hospital and he also was my Doctor when I needed to see an Urologist. We became friends over the years as we worked together when he had patients at the hospital. I recently had seen him at Perkasie Park walking his dog. How he loved his dog. It was good to see him since I hadn't seen him in awhile. I will miss him as I know many people will. My thoughts go out to his family and friends

July 26, 2009

We are also saddened by Dr. Meltzer's death. He will be missed by everyone he had contact with as he deeply cared for each and every person.

I referred many patients to him as well as my mother-in-law and know of his tender and genuine care as well as excellent skills.

Ron and Carolyn Pope

Chester & Ginger

July 25, 2009

We are sorry for your loss of your Husband/Father/Best Friend. Even though we did not know Dr. Meltzer, being vets ourselves, we wanted to share this poem to help ease your grief.
"Final Roll Call

Did you hear the sad news today?
A brave American Soldier, Lt. Colonel Ronald Meltzer has passed away.
Called by the Supreme Commander over all.
Today he has made his final roll call.

Come Brothers-In-Arms; let us reverently bow and pray
For our valiant comrade, who has fallen this day.
We’ll drape his casket with a banner of beautiful hues,
Those glorious American colors: red, white and blue.

That star spangled banner he gallantly fought to defend,
Unyielding and undaunted, he fought to win.
He fought bravely and he fought his very best.
Now the Supreme Commander grants him, “eternal rest”.

With dignity and honor, we’ll commit his body to the ground,
The bugler will sound “Taps” and we’ll fire the volley rounds.
The final military honors we’ll render somberly and ever so sadly;
“Old Glory” we’ll solemnly precisely fold and reverently give to his family.

Each Memorial Day we will recall Ronald’s name,
And attest that his supreme sacrifice was not in vain;
For this lasting legacy he gave to all generations;
“It’s honorable to respect our flag and to defend our great nation.”

So close ranks fellow warriors, for our ranks are thinning.
We must keep on fighting and keep on winning.
With pride and honor we’ll march and stand tall,
And we’ll proudly - proudly - salute “Old Glory”
‘til we join Ronald at our final roll call.

Farewell Lt. Colonel Ronald Meltzer - Be At Ease; Rest In Peace

Kathleen Spangenberg

July 25, 2009

I am saddened by Dr. Meltzer's death. We both started at Grandview the same year- then I had the good fortune of working with him for many years in his office until he retired. He was a great boss who loved his patients and took excellent care of them. He will be missed. Kathy (Logue) Spangenberg

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