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Helen Stanbro
July 26, 2024
I still remember our friendship at Georgetown with great fondness. The list of his many and varied accomplishments does not surprise me at all. He excelled in so many areas and brought his own special blend of insightful compassion and keen analysis to them all. We took Paul Hume´s opera course together, played chess in the Chess Club (where I first met him), and shared our love of English literature. The Church was important to both of us. I can picture him as a Knight of Malta! I´m glad he managed to keep all his interests up despite the intensity of his career. The world is diminished without him.
Helen Stanbro
July 25, 2023
Still think of him often. Still find myself saying little things he used to say like "That´s the spirit!" when encouraging someone (which he did all the time) or "Chornya Beda!" when startled. Still feel a pang every time I hear one if the operas we studied together or see photos of Constitution Hall where we had seasons tickets to the National Symphony concerts. And of course if I dare play a game of chess (at which I am still terrible!), I remember our days at the Georgetoen Chess Club, when he was the president and I was the secretary and cheerleader. "Push that pawn! Jump that knight! Checkmate! Checkmate! Fight, fight, fight!" He will always be remembered while any of the old team are still around.
Donna Augusto APRN and Joe Augusto RN
July 26, 2021
Dr. Deren was a great physician. We miss him tremendously.
Helen Stanbro
May 9, 2020
Just found out the sad news. Mike was one of the first people I met when I was a terrified freshman at Georgetown, and he welcomed me into the Chess Club. He reawakened my interest in science and ironically convinced me to switch from linguistics to pre-med, which in those days meant I had to leave Georgetown (which did not let women into the College of Arts and Sciences) and go to GWU, so we lost contact. Mikes love for literature and music gave the lie to the idea that scientists had to be geeks who looked down on the humanities. We had seasons tickets to the symphony and took Paul Humes opera class together. I still think of him when I hear The Moldau to which he introduced me. So many beautiful memories of happy times, long philosophical talks (and arguments!), and walks down M Street to play chess with his Armenian friend Mr. Pech who had a store there. I have followed his career and achievements with delighthe truly fulfilled our hopes for him. I searched his name tonight and was hoping to see yet another highlight and instead found his obituary. The numbness is dissolving into pain so I will have to close, but please know that I am grieving along with you and simultaneously rejoicing in a life well-lived. May we all meet again in Joy.
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August 30, 2019
I was on vacation earlier this summer & just recently read this obituary: I send my most heart-felt condolences for your loss. My experience with Dr. Deren, and I am MOST surprised to read referrals to him as 'Mickey' because he exuded a medical persona that deserved a little more formality; was as a CCU RN at Backus, assisting with bedside chest tube insertion: prior to the procedure, he was in a music state of mind, fortunately for me, in high school (MANY years before) I had passed a music appreciation class & was able to recite: exposition, development & recapitulation in answer to his grilling questions!! (thanks to Mozart Symphony #40, K 550 - which he hummed throughout the procedure). Again, my sympathy on your loss.
Mimi Romano
August 15, 2019
Dr Deren was a great diagnostician, and a nice man. I am so sorry for your loss.
Phyllis Chominski
August 9, 2019
So sorry to read about Dr. Deren's passing. He was a great doctor and teacher, and a all around nice guy. He will be missed.
Robin McAteer
August 5, 2019
Mrs. Deren & family: When my father passed, many years ago, a friend sent the following words to me. I keep them posted by my desk. I hope that you can take the same peace and comfort from them that I do.
Dr. Deren(Doctor Bulldozer, as I lovingly called him)was a charmer and a man who knew his business. When I went to the Wound Care Clinic, I actually looked forward to his care. He always had a twinkle in his eyes and smile on his face. He will be sorely missed
IN MEMORIUM
In countless gentle, kindly ways he lived a sermon all his days. Believing in the folk he knew and making friends his lifetime through
Enjoying life, its works and fun, he sought the best in everyone. Living his faith from day to day, he sowed good seed along the way.
Now death has set his spirit free in fields of immortality, to claim a task of greater worth than any he had known on earth.
MISS ME BUT LET ME GO
When I come to the end of the road, and the sun has set for me, I want no rites in a gloom-filled room. Why cry for a soul set free?
Miss me a little, but not for long and not with your head bowed low. Remember the love that we once shared. Miss me, but let me go.
For this is a journey that we all must take. And each must go alone. It's all a part of the Master's plan, a step on the road to home.
When you are lonely and sick of heart, go to the friends we know, and bury your sorrows in doing good deeds. Miss me, but let me go.
Thomas Eighmie
August 2, 2019
Our condolences Anne Marie and Donna, my sister Joan & I always enjoyed to talk with Mickey when he visited his parents. He truly will be missed by all.
Bernie Santore
August 2, 2019
My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Dr. Deren. A wonderful physician and surgeon and a wonderful man.
Martin Filardi
August 2, 2019
Dear Mrs. Deren,
My deepest sympathy to you, sending you love and prayers. Dr. Deren supervised the Physician Assistant staff while he was Chief of Surgery at L+M. I am deeply in debt to him for that guidance,dedication and support. What you may not know is that he taught me a great deal of medicine and surgery back in the early 80s when I started there. It was actually a lot of fun, and I always enjoyed operating with him. He had a great sense of humor. His knowledge base was incredible. The fond memories of him will get us through this sad time.
Karen
August 1, 2019
Truly was a great doctor, one of the best from L&M!
Elizabeth Twitchell
August 1, 2019
I was sad to learn of the recent passing of Dr. Deren. I worked in his private office for almost 14 yrs before my retirement. He was the kindest and best boss and man I ever knew. I was amazed at his depth of knowledge. I once suggested he apply to go on Jeopardy. His presence will be missed by the medical community. My sympathy to his family and friends.
Cindy Moran
August 1, 2019
Anne Marie, I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. Sending you a hug from my heart.
Amee Mody
August 1, 2019
Dear Anne Marie,
I am so very sorry for your loss and you are in my prayers. Michael was truly a wonderful Person. May god give you strength to bear the irreparable loss.
May the departed soul Rest In Peace.
~ Amee Mody
Denise Barnaby
August 1, 2019
I will never forget Dr Deren . 10 years ago he saved my husbands life with surgery.He was probably the most companionate and kindest person that I was privileged to have meet . Ive thought of him through the years with fondness and will continue to think of him .Im so deeply sorry for your great loss.
Audrey Honig Geragosian
August 1, 2019
Mrs. Deren,
I am sorry for your loss, and for what the medical community has lost. Dr. Deren cared deeply about his family, his patients and his profession. He was always kind to me at the Connecticut State Medical Society. He believed in the power of physicians standing up for their patients. I only hope the next generation picks up the torch.
August 1, 2019
It was a privilege to work next to him for many years at the BOCC.H I got to know him not only as a caring physician but a guy who could recite Shakespear (sp- sorry Mike)sonnets by heart, quiz me about world history, tell me about chess, and give a reading list that he believed everyone should have read. All this at lunch and after work sit-ins. I will miss him and send my condolences to his wife, sister and family.
Ange Moreira
July 31, 2019
Dear Anne marie, I was so saddened to read about Dr. Deren. I can remember all of us going to Susan Pellegrinos house at halloween with all the kids and watching them bob for apples, Dr. D really got a huge kick out of that. God bless you and your family at this sad time...
Elaine Dailey Carlton
July 31, 2019
Anne Marie, I am so very sorry for your loss and you are in my prayers. Michael was a wonderful, caring man and gifted physician and touched so many lives in all ways. I truly enjoyed working with him for those many years and I will miss him truly.
Deanna Goodman
July 31, 2019
Dr. Deren was a wonderful man and we loved working with him at the wound center. He will be truly missed by all of us. Our deepest condolences to Mrs. Deren and the family.
July 31, 2019
Prayers to the friends and family of this wonderful man. I worked with him for nearly 20 years in his private practice and he was always dedicated to patient care. He was such an accomplished gentleman, he will be sadly missed.
Stacey Kozlowski
Susan Finkelstein
July 31, 2019
Mrs Deren,
I worked with Dr Deren for many years in the Operating room at Backus. He was a skilled surgeon and a wonderful friend to me. We will all miss him and his kindness toward others. My condolences to you at this sad time.
Sue Finkelstein
Ann Mathieson
July 31, 2019
Mrs. Deren
So sad to hear of the passing of Mickey. He was a classmate of mine from kindergarten thru high school.I have lots of great memories of him and his family. Sending all my thoughts and prayers to you and the whole family.
Marianna Gaynor McGuirk
July 31, 2019
Mrs. Deren,
I am so sorry for your loss. Dr. Deren was a wonderful man. I can still his face the day after the fundraiser for Brendan after his liver transplant. He came to breakfast with us and the USO group and continued to take pictures. He, like you, have hearts of gold--so kind and compassionate. I pray that all your happy memories sustain you in the days ahead. Please know I will keep you in my prayers. Also, know that if you need anything at all I am only a phone call away.
Sending hugs and prayers,
Love,
Marianna
July 31, 2019
Mrs. Deren,
Sending my love and prayers to you during this difficult time. Dr. Deren was a great man and he provided wonderful care to his patients. He truly was an inspiration and I very much enjoyed every day that I worked with him.
Love,
Debbie Moran
Patricia Leroy
July 31, 2019
Mrs. Deren,
Sending deepest sympathy for your loss of Dr. Deren. I always enjoyed my conversations with him on many topics especially photography. He was an interesting and gifted gentleman.
Marianne Cote
July 31, 2019
The St. Joseph School Family is deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Deren. He and Mrs. Deren have been loyal supporters of the mission of St. Joseph School. Mrs. Deren, please be assured of the prayers of our school family.
With love and prayers,
Marianne Cote and the St. Joseph School Family
Gina Debona/carter
July 31, 2019
So sorry about Dr deren. A true friend. I will miss him dearly
Colleen Mileski
July 31, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
MARGARET
July 30, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jose Augusto, RN
July 30, 2019
He was a wonderful man and physician. We will miss him tremendously. Our prayers to you and your family, Mrs. Deren.
Margo Coffey
July 30, 2019
Dear Mrs. Deren my deepest sympathy to you
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