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Beloved husband, father and grandfather, he is survived by wife Katuzhka; his children Catalina (James) Loveman, Juan (Ron Bright) Asanza and Susana (Adam) Giolito; four grandchildren, Rosana, Angelina and Giuliana Giolito and Valentina Loveman; and sisters Laura (Rene) Zumarraga and Maria Teresa Calderon.
Luis immigrated to the United States in 1967, married Kathy in 1968, completed his surgical residencies at Nassau University Medical Center and Zucker School of Medicine at Hoftstra in New York and moved to Florida in 1976 with his family to begin what would be an amazing life and career in service to others.
His dedication to his family was without measure. His smile was infectious. His devotion to his granddaughters unparalleled. His dance moves were legendary.
An accomplished surgeon, he received his medical degree from the Universidad de Guayaquil, Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and was Chief of Surgery at Memorial Regional Hospital. His surgical skills and generosity will be remembered in equal measures.
A Funeral Mass in celebration of his life will be held Saturday, March 9, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. Reception to-follow.
Nativity Catholic Church
5220 Johnson Street
Hollywood, FL 33021
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to:
Friends of South Florida Autism
https://friendsofsfa.org/donations/general-donation/
Or, by check, to Schoenstatt Miami, 22800 SW 187 Avenue, Miami, FL 33170
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Rhonda Espada
March 9, 2024
Dr. Asanza was one of a kind. A professional who was compassionate and dedicated to all he cared for. His smile was infectious as was he. Prayers to his family. He will be missed immensely but what a legacy has he created within the Memorial Healthcare System!!
Rhonda Espada
Sheryl Gilson
March 9, 2024
As a graduate nurse in 1982, Luis taught me all about a surgical patient and the care to provide. He was one of our most caring and loving surgeons. He will be missed.
Sheryl
Marcie Shapiro
March 9, 2024
Dr Asanza was a humble and gentle physician. I worked with both him and his wife at Memorial Regional. Marcie Shapiro
David Niehaus
March 8, 2024
I met Lois and his family in the 1980's I appreciate the kindness of the family. I am not a Doctor Luis encouraged me to look into a role in healthcare been a hospital cna for years. The Azanza family had strong ties to the Schoenstatt community. David Niehaus
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Tammy Dorfman
March 8, 2024
I had the privilege of working with Dr. Azanza during my first year as a Physician Assistant. He was so talented and taught me so many valuable skills in the operating room. He was such a kind and gifted surgeon. After his retirement I became the Asanza´s neighbor and would wave hello as I would walk my dog.
Robert Donoway, MD
March 8, 2024
The ever consummate gentleman and surgeon I had the privilege to call my colleague. A friend to all. My sincerest condolences; he will be missed.
Sr. Maria Iris Quinones
March 7, 2024
Dear Kathy and family, my sympathy to at the death of Dr. Asanza. In spirit I am with. I remember you in prayer in Shrine here in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota. I thank God for the gift of knowing him and for all he did for the Schoenstatt movement in Florida. God bless you all.
Sr Marie Day
March 7, 2024
My prayers are with you. I have very fond memories of Dr. Asanza. I thank God and the Blessed Mother for the gift of knowing him.
Eddy H. Carrillo. MD
March 7, 2024
Luis was always a gentleman and a gifted surgeon. He surely will be missed. Eddy H. Carrillo, MD.
Kathy Novello
March 6, 2024
I worked with Dr Asanza for many years in the operating room at Memorial Regional I scrubbed many surgeries with him, when I was a student he welcomed me and taught me a lot about surgery and over the years we cared for many patients and had many fun work days , I with be forever grateful for the knowledge he shared with me and the many pleasant workdays we spent together. Rest is peace my friend . With love and warm regards , Kathy Novello (Krantz as he knew me)
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