Richard Sadowitz
Richard Sadowitz
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Tuesday morning, on September 3, 2024 at the age of 65
Richard was the Son of Sandy Sadowitz,
Father of Rebecca, Samuel and Phillip Sadowitz and sister of Marla Truitt. Richard was a highly regarded gastroenterologist in Chattanooga for 30 years. He was on the board of directors of Orange Grove Centers, where his son Phillip is a client resident.
Richard loved his family, adored his three neurodivergent children, and helped care for his mother with dementia in his home. He along with his fiancé Wendy Drake, enjoyed spending time with family, watching sports, cooking and laughing at the littlest things. Rebecca, Sam and Phil are devastated but appreciate your love and support.
There will be a graveside service at Mizpah Cemetery on
Friday, September 6 at 11:00 am
(Corner of Collins and 3rd street)
A visitation with the family will be
at Mizpah Congregation 923 McCallie Ave, Chattanooga immediately following graveside service.
The Family will have additional visitation and a Shiva Service Saturday, September 7 at 6:00 pm with a meal to follow at
Mizpah Congregation.
In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Mizpah Congregation on behalf of the trust for Phillip Sadowitz
Please make notation on your donation
Zichrono livracha. May his memory be for a blessing. Click To View Live Streaming Service For Richard Howard Sadowitz
Arrangements entrusted to Ponders Brainerd Chapel, 4203 Brainerd Rd Chattanooga, TN. www.selectedindependentfuneralhomes.org (423)531-4002
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Venus McGahee
December 12, 2024
May you have my deepest condolence for the for the death of Doctor Richard Sadowitz,
He was an amazing doctor, loving and compassionate, and I appreciate everything you´ve done for me from
The McGahee and Appleberry family you have my deepest sympathy
Patsy Myers
September 7, 2024
I care for intellectually disabled adults and many of them saw Dr Sadowitz. He was always gentle and kind with all of them. Thank you for your caring!
Jim Barbee
September 7, 2024
I knew Dr. Sadowitz when I had previously worked at Parkridge East Hospital as a Shift Supervisor in Security there. He was always smiling, friendly, and cordial to deal with, and I especially remember his wearing suspenders after he took off his Physician´s coat when he was going home. Hearing about his loss made me feel immediate sadness. I send my heartfelt sympathy, and condolences to his family, friends, colleagues, and staff that assisted him at Parkridge East. Dr. Sadowitz will be missed immensely!
Terri Payne
September 6, 2024
The last memory I have of Dr. Sadowitz is him at my bedside smiling . Telling me everything was fine. He always had a twinkle in his eye and was a genuine person.
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Regina Johnson
September 5, 2024
Dr. Sadowitz saved my life when no other doctor would listen to me. I had Crohn´s disease that was refractory to many treatments. He stuck by me always. It was very difficult to treat, but he never gave up on me. I have been able to have a beautiful life and go on to have an amazing family and career. I owe him so much!
Sherry Williams
September 5, 2024
I always looked forward to my appointments with Dr. Sadowitz. He was kind, funny, and the very rare kind of doctor who actually listened to his patients. May your family and loved ones be comforted, sir, and may you rest easily. I will miss you.
Preston McDonald, M.D.
September 5, 2024
I worked with Dr. Sadowitz at PEH and found him to be caring and intelligent, providing an example to all around him. The profound shock on learning of his death was exceeded by sadness it has caused me.
Melissa Byrd
September 5, 2024
The kindness he showed me as his patient and my special needs granddaughter was so much more than I expected and from that day forward I have thought of him as a very caring, kind and loving individual and MD. Prayers for all who will be missing Dr. Sadowitz. Sad news...
Dena J
September 5, 2024
I used to be a RN and was fortunate to work with him and see how much his patients loved him. He was always so kind and highly respected to everyone around him. So sorry for his family´s loss. Thoughts and prayers for them and everyone touched by him.
Deborah Visbal
September 5, 2024
Dr Sadowitz was such a kind physician. He helped me so much. Kindness goes a long way when a patient needs it. He always made me feel better. He will be greatly missed.
Johanna Hughes
September 5, 2024
He was a kind person and a wonderful doctor!
Linda Hamilton
September 5, 2024
I worked with Dr. Sadowitz for many years. He was a nice man, and a very good doctor. Thoughts and prayers for the family.
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