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Surekha Dwivedi Obituary
AGE: 42 • Colts Neck
Dr. Surekha Dwivedi, 42, of Colts Neck passed away on Saturday, August 27, 2011, at Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Neptune, after a courageous battle with cancer. Dr. Dwivedi was born in Mainpuri, India, and came to the U.S. at the age of one, settling in Lincoln, Nebraska. She was raised in Randolph, NJ, and lived in Freehold Twp. before moving to Colts Neck in 2009.
Dr. Dwivedi was a graduate of Douglass College, Class of 1990, where she was a Douglass Scholar. She earned her M.D. at UMDNJ - Robert Wood Johnson in 1994. Dr. Dwivedi worked as a family physician at Monmouth Family Medicine, Freehold, and thoroughly enjoyed caring for her patients.
Surekha met and fell in love with her husband of 14 years, Dr. Jonathan Briggs. Together they welcomed their two sons, Jonathan Mirjoon Briggs, 6, and Shaun Jeungmin Briggs, 4. Above all else, she was a devoted and loving mother. In addition to excelling as a family doctor, she cared deeply for animals, especially her cats. She was fascinated by space and the universe, Buddhism, Huskers football, watching movies and laughing with friends. Dr. Dwivedi is survived by her husband, Jonathan, and sons, Jonathan and Shaun; her parents, Basant and Pratibha Dwivedi of Randolph; a sister, Tara Mathew and her husband, Arun, of New York City; her in-laws, David and Beverly Briggs of Somerset, NJ, and several nieces and nephews.
Visiting at the Clayton & McGirr Funeral Home, 100 Elton-Adelphia Road (Route 524), Freehold Twp. on Friday, September 2, 2011, from 2-4 and 7-8:30 PM, with her celebration of life at 8:30 PM at the funeral home. Interment will be private. For those who desire, memorial contributions in memory of Dr. Surekha Dwivedi may be made to the Monmouth County SPCA, 260 Wall Street, Eatontown, NJ 07724 or to the American Cancer Society, 801 Broad Street, Shrewsbury, NJ 07702. For directions, information or condolence messages to the family, visit www.claytonfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Surekha Dwivedi
Joseph DiPietro
August 25, 2023
Miss her greatly, she was so caring, always felt comfortable when I was visiting for all medical issues, great sense of humor and in all honesty the best down to earth Doctor I ever had.
Carleen McCaffrey
August 25, 2023
Such a wonderful and beautiful physician and woman! I miss her very much.
Tracy Melina
August 25, 2022
Still remembering your beauty from inside and out and how easy it was to see how much you cared about people. Hoping you are looking down from heaven and sharing your blessings to all who loved you.
Terry & Zoli Leranth
September 19, 2011
My husband and I have been fortunate to be patients of Dr. Dwivedi ever since she began with Monmouth Family Medicine. We began our relationship as doctor and patient and quickly became friends. As has been mentioned in all the tributes, she was truly a caring involved doctor who made each paitent feel as if they were her only patient. Always listening carefully to all problems, follow up calls in the evening to discuss results...truly a wonderful person. A few years ago, I went through one of the most difficult times in my life as we sorted through a medical mystery that had me in constant pain. Dr. Dwivedi was with me in every way as we worked through tests, specialists, medications until we found an answer. She was my angel and my friend. I will never forget what she did for me. Shortly after she became ill I wrote to her. She called me and we talked and laughed and promised to stay in touch. I know my prayers will keep that promise. Our deepest sympathy to her husband and children who we talked about often.
rita
September 18, 2011
I'm so sorry to hear of Dr. Dwivedi's passing. She was always nice and caring, When my was alive she saw her and she always helped my mom with samples and payments because she did not have insurance. I know my mom was waiting to show her around in heaven :)
Pam Guido
September 18, 2011
Dr. Dwivedi was an awesome doctor and one of the kindest persons I have ever met. She took wonderful care of my mom who passed away from cancer in 2010. My deepest sympathies go out to her family, friends and co-workers. I and countless others will truly miss her.
Carleen McCaffrey
September 14, 2011
I was very sorry to learn of the passing of Dr. Dwivedi. She was a beautiful person and a wonderful Doctor. She was such a caring person and always took the time to listen. I will miss her very much. My heart goes out to her family and her children.
Joseph DiPietro
September 13, 2011
My family is very sorry to hear of the passing of Dr. Dwivedi. She became our family Doctor 6 years ago and I have to say that of all the Doctors I have been to in my 56 years she was the most compassionate and caring of all with a genuine interest in her patients. She will be so missed by us not only as a Doctor but as a person with a big and caring heart. Our deepest sympathy to her family. Rest in peace Dr. Dwivedi. The DiPietro,s
Nancy Prynoski
September 13, 2011
She was a great doctor and took a great interest in her patients. She always called to follow up. I will miss her tremendously. I am sorry she will not see her sons grow up but I know she will be around them always. What a loss for a talented young medical doctor. God Bless You and Your Family Always.
Dr. Dwivedi's family
Marcia Olinek
September 9, 2011
September 7, 2011
My husband and I were patients of Dr. Dwivedi from when she first began her practice at Monmouth Family Medicine. We soon also became friends. She was the most caring Doctor and person I've ever known. Her caring and medical knowledge helped save my life. Our deepest sympathy goes to her beloved husband and children all of whom she adored. She'll remain with you the rest of your lives.
Eileen & Charlie Tobasco, Jackson, NJ
Bruce and Susan LeBeau
September 7, 2011
Rest in peace Dr. Dwivedi. You will be sorely missed. Our deepest sympathy to your family.
Felicia
September 6, 2011
What a wonderful compassionate doctor I was blessed to have met. While I was a patient of Dr. Dwivedi for only a few years, it only took a 10 minute appointment with her to see that she was a kind-hearted individual that one could never forget. She had a beautiful soul. May she rest in peace and may her family rejoice in the wonderful memories of such a beautiful woman.
Dottie Klein
September 6, 2011
My sympathies to Dr. Dwivedi's family. She was a fine, compassionate Doctor and will be greatly missed. She saved my son's life!
September 6, 2011
When I was told my regular doctor was not able to see me I thought"oh no i'm not going to like this". All of a sudden a knock on the door and this adorable spunky little thing with the biggest warm smile said "hello there, how are you?" I immediatly fel kin love.. She was the best. Always listened with her ears and her heart. She fought for me when my insurance company put up road blocks...and she won! Because of her I have had the surgery I needed to start a healthy lifestyle.She is what we need in this world..I guess God had better plans for her. I pray for her husband and children and all of her family.. They should be proud...she was an Angel here, but now she is an Angel in heaven. I will miss you my beautiful doctor.. Godspeed Angela
Aaron Golub
September 6, 2011
I was a patient of Dr. Dwivedi at Monmouth Family Medicine. She was always smiling and always made me feel so comfortable and at ease. She truly left an impression on me that will last forever and my prayers and condolences are with her family. She will be greatly missed.
S Varma
September 5, 2011
Surekha's passing away leaves a huge void. She was always smiling and cheerful. Our deepest condolences to the family members. May your memories of her bring you comfort. Sanjay, Sangya, Anya, Gaurav and Sheal.
I will always remember her take on the books we were reading in our book club. It almost always had a humorous spin. Sangya
Marcia Olinek
September 5, 2011
What moves through us is a silence, a quiet sadness, a longing for one more day, one more word, one more touch, we may not understand why you left this earth so soon, or why you left before we were ready to say good-bye, but little by little, we begin to remember not just that you died, but that you lived. And that your life gave us memories too beautiful to forget.
Donna Leathers
September 4, 2011
To my very special friend.. You will always be in my heart.
Surekha Dwivedi picture on Bill Board Route 9 South NJ
Hemant Sharma
September 3, 2011
September 2, 2011
We are deeply saddened to learn about Surekha[tee tee]leaving us all at such a young age.We have seen her as a young girl to grow up and have a family of her own.Our prayers are with her for her happiness and peace in the world beyond.Our condolences to the family and may God give courage to bear this loss.Alka and Ved Kaushik.Pittsburgh.
Tracy Melina
September 2, 2011
It so saddens me for the loss of such a beautiful women. She was one of the kindess people I have gotten to know and her beauty was inside and out. She will be in the hearts of so many and will be very sadly missed.
Murali Kolli
September 2, 2011
This is a very sad loss. I have known Surekha from her childhood. She grew to be a wonderful daughter, sister, wife and a mother as well as great doctor. She is so affectionate,warm individuel witl a big smile all the time. We all miss you so much. You will always live in our heart. May you soul rest in peace.
Melissa Hopf (Chasinov)
September 1, 2011
I am devastated to hear of Dr. Dwivedi's death. She has been my doctor for years. On so many occasions she went above and beyond for me; calling me at home or providing me with her cell number if I needed to talk. She was solace for me during some hard times. Always gentle, always loving, and never judgemental. I remember when the boys came into your life; I felt your joy with you. I am so devastated for your husband, sons, and family. I hope my angel was there to welcome you at the gates...I know she was...
Gerda Lloyd
September 1, 2011
Surekah was amazing and beautiful and courageous...the light of her eternal life will never be extinguished in the hearts of those whose lives she has touched.
Pam Gebhardt
September 1, 2011
Thoughts and prayers are with family and friends during this difficult time.
September 1, 2011
What a wonderful doctor and person you were - I know you are in a wonderful place. My sympathy goes out to your family - such a big loss...
Eileen, Howell, NJ
Dave Briggs
September 1, 2011
Deep waters run still.
We will all miss you so much, our family loves you dearly. I will really miss your sense of humor - we had some great laughs. Thankfully your laugh is forever saved in the soundtrack of my life.
Marsha Drozdoff
August 31, 2011
Surekha was my 'spiritual little sister' whom I first met in Tucson Arizona. She was fascinated by the mysteries of life and the universe; like in 'the Little Prince', I will see Surekha's contagious smile and laughter in the sky and stars. She will always have a special place in my heart! So will Jon, Jonathan and Shawn. With love-Marsha
Allyson Hombach
August 31, 2011
There are no words that can express my heart felt sympathy at learning of Dr. Dwivedi's passing this morning in the APP. My family had the pleasure of being a patient of Dr. Dwivedi's at MFM in Freehold on many occasions through the years. I always requested her if she was on duty and I was a walk-in patient. She was a caring, kind, compassionate Dr. who never rushed you through your appointment ~ no matter how many patients were in the waiting room. It was evident to me that she truly loved being a doctor. She always had a smile on her face and never seemed harried...She had a wonderful calm about her~ that calmed me. Even if I hadn't seen her personally on a visit and I saw her outside the patient room's she always had a smile and kind word for me...and remembered my name... My heart breaks for a gifted Dr, a loving wife, mother, daughter, sister taken too soon. I will always remember her lovely, gracious way she treated me, my daughter..and how my husband came back after seeing her for strep and said how much he liked her. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. Had I known she had been sick, I would have written her a note telling her how much she meant to my family and how we appreciated all the times she took care of us..and how much it meant to us. There is truly an angel up there. We will miss you and I will keep your family close in my prayers.
Peter McDermott
August 31, 2011
God rest your good soul, Doctor. You were a fine human being and my prayers go out to your loved ones.
Nancy Aumack
August 31, 2011
Your departure from this earth is too soon. I am extremely saddened of this news. Such a fabulous person. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Renee
August 31, 2011
So sorry for your loss. Your wife, Mom and daughter was taken way too soon. God truly must have needed a special angel.
August 31, 2011
I had the pleasure of doing the billing for Dr.Dwivedi @monmouth family medicine in Freehold. I will remember her smiling and her laughing.
Katie Porter(MD)
Nancy
August 31, 2011
I will miss you Dr. Dwivedi!
Love and prayers to your family!
Geline
August 31, 2011
She will greatly be missed and know that God will give you comfort in your time of loss
Karen
August 31, 2011
Such a kind caring dr and human being. So very sad. Prayers for her family.
Denise Malinowski
August 31, 2011
My husband Joe & I will miss your warm caring nature. You will be missed greatly by all who were lucky enough to have known you. Rest in peace. Our deepest condolences to your family. Denise & Joe Malinowski Jackson, NJ
Kaitlyn Briggs
August 31, 2011
I hope you know how much you were adored and deeply loved. You will always be in my heart and forever loved.
Love, Kaitlyn
Bonnie Widelitz
August 31, 2011
This is a very sad loss. Dr. Dwivedi was a very caring doctor as well as a wonderful mother. I just recently learned that she was no longer practicing due to medical problems. She felt bad when she needed to tell something bad to her patients. Dr. Briggs, please accept my deepest sympathy to everyone and she will be missed.
Helen Hochberg
August 31, 2011
We will miss your warmth, smile and great medical advice. Now you have become an angel!
Norma Maldonado
August 31, 2011
May u rest in peace..
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