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Deane Penn Obituary
Alpine - Dr. Deane Penn, M.D., 79, of Alpine, NJ. Deane is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years, Susan, his daughter Stacey, son Jonathan and five grandchildren. Dr. Penn was born in The Bronx N.Y. and raised in Riverdale. A graduate of Cornell University and a board certified Gastroenterologist and Internist for over 35 years, he was the founder of a 5-partner private practice in Fort Lee, NJ. Dr. Penn had a lifelong passion for helping others improve their health. Concerned about the explosion in obesity in America, he opened and ran a Center for Medical Weight Loss clinic in Englewood, NJ. Through his sympathetic, encouraging and optimistic approach, he positively impacted countless lives through his care. He was also very active in the Jewish community, and held leadership roles in numerous organizations including the Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey and the Jewish Home of Rockleigh. He led by example with integrity and commitment to compassionate medical care and philanthropic causes throughout his life.
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Janine Schwarz
February 27, 2025
We miss you, Deane. Z"L
With Love,
Janine Schwarz and Congregation Micah of New Jersey
Janine Schwarz
February 27, 2022
Dean,
You are greatly missed.
Janine Schwarz
Janine schwarz
March 8, 2021
Deane's quiet warmth will never be forgotten.
Simone Taylor
March 7, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Please except my warmest condolences.
Richard and Hillary Viders
March 6, 2021
We are deeply saddened by Deane's passing. Hillary and I have known you both for so many years and we had many good times together.
Rest in peace dear friend
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