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River Vale - KAILAS, Michael G., M.D., age 74, of River Vale, formerly of Closter and New York City, passed away peacefully on July 23, 2021. Beloved husband of Linda Kailas. Devoted father of Elisa Kailas. Dear brother of Angie Kailas Nellos, Leo and Spiro. Born and raised in New York City, he studied at Columbia University, graduated medical school at the University of Bologna, and studied Neurology at UMDNJ Newark. Michael was a member of the Bergen County Medical Society, past President of the Medical Staff at Holy Name Hospital as well as a member of the Board of Directors and member of the Medical Executive Committee at Holy Name. Visitation at Barrett Leber Funeral Home, 148 Dean Drive, Tenafly, on Monday from 4-7PM. Funeral service on Tuesday, July 27, at 10AM at Barrett Leber Funeral Home. Interment to follow at George Washington Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Anthony's Orthodox Church, 385 Ivy Lane, Bergenfield, 07621. (www.barrettfuneralhome.net)
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Patricia Devine
August 25, 2024
He was my Dads Dr. For many years . He was truely the BEST!!!!! So sorry for his families loss.
Aristy Economou
February 10, 2024
My sincere condolences he was a good doctor and he took very good care of my mother, Katherine M. Economou.
RIP, Dr. Kalis
Sandra Baliatico
April 14, 2022
I am so sorry to hear of Dr Kailas´ passing. He treated my mother (Gloria Celentano) for many years. As professional and knowledgeable as he was is as kind and concerned as he was. Literally every visit with him was informative, encouraging and fun. He always had something sweet to say to my mother that had her leaving his office with a smile.
I was so sorry when he had the accident years back and prayed for his full recovery.
Dr Kailas was part of my mothers dream team of doctors. He and his work will never be forgotten.
Sandrin Pauline
August 17, 2021
My sincere condolences! What a wonderful Doctor he was.Forever in my thoughts & prayers.
RIP Dr . Kailas
Nancy ( and Eric) Fremed
July 26, 2021
I met Dr Kailas probably 35 yrs ago while working in the old Holy Name Emergency Department, and through the many years since our paths crossed in the hospital and at neurology events and meetings with my husband (also a neurologist). Michael was so proud of his family. If I remember correctly he carried pictures of his daughter and also of him as a football player in his wallet, happy to show if asked.
Michael Kailis was an exceptionally gifted neurologist, but more importantly, he was the kindest, sweetest, and most lovely man. I missed seeing him around the hospital in recent years, but he was never forgotten. May your family share wonderful memories and heal from your loss
Diane Kaske
July 25, 2021
Dr Kailas was a fantastic, intelligent, caring doctor and friend. He went out of his way for his patients. He always spoke highly of his family with a smile. Visited his room each day with a prayer hoping he would get better.Will miss him.
Dr. Julie Fortunato
July 24, 2021
We were so sad to hear of Michael´s passing. I knew Michael since residency. He was always kind, conscientious and knowledgeable. He was much loved by his patients and well liked by his colleagues. He will be missed. Our deepest sympathies to his family. Dr. Julie Fortunato, Michael Ehret and Mrs. Julia Fortunato
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