EDWARD AMOROSI Obituary

Name: Funeral Mass for EDWARD AMOROSI
Start: 2021-11-19T15:00:00.000Z
Location: St. Ignatius Loyola

AMOROSI--Dr. Edward L., of New York, NY died peacefully in his longtime home on November 15, 2021. Born in Brooklyn to Leo and Irene Amorosi in 1934. Beloved husband of Jane Donovan Amorosi for over 55 years. Devoted father of Elizabeth, John (Alexandra), Patricia Muccia (David) and Edward and 6 grandchildren. He was also a loving son, brother, brother- in-law, father-in-law, uncle, and cousin. He graduated from Brooklyn Prep, Georgetown University and NYU Medical School. He served his residency at Yale Medical Center and thereafter as a Lieutenant Commander in the U.S. Navy. After this, he specialized in hematology and hematological oncology at NYU Medical Center where he served his patients and students devotedly for over 50 years ultimately retiring in 2016. Dr. Amorosi viewed and treated his profession in medicine as a calling, and many patients and students can attest to his devotion to them over a long and distinguished career. He will be missed by his family and friends. A funeral mass will be celebrated at St. Ignatius Loyola in Manhattan on November 19, 2021 at 10am. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to support Hematology Research at NYU Langone's Perlmutter Cancer Center by visiting this link: nyulangone.org/give/funds/ perlmutter-cancer-center and indicating that your gift is made in memory of Edward Amorosi, MD. Checks may be made payable to "NYU Langone Health" and sent to Office of Development at One Park Avenue, Floor 5, New York, NY 10016.

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Published by New York Times on Nov. 18, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for EDWARD AMOROSI

7 Entries

Vinnie Russo

November 13, 2023

As I've stated before Dr Amorosi treated me for lymphoma in 1985. He was serious when he was working, but I deal with things differently. After the first round of blood tests verified that I had lymphoma, and they also showed that I had thalassemia. Dr. Amorosi was, of course, concerned about the cancer, but I was focused on the thalassemia. I asked him "what I could I do to improve my thalassemia symptoms"? He gave me one word-"Rest". I replied "I thought you were a big shot hematologist and that's all you have". He smiled and kept thinking. Smart man. Great man. Vinnie Russo

Vinnie Russo

August 18, 2023

Dr. Amorosi treated me for Lymphoma in 1985. I am here to talk about it. I am forever grateful to your father. My favorite story about your father, and I have many, was when he first explained the side effects of the six rounds of chemotherapy that I was about to start. He listed many and almost guaranteed that my reproductive system would suffer some damage. My wife and I wanted to start a family, which would cause a delay a delay in my treatment. Dr. Amorosi would have none of this. This was Thursday, and he wanted to start on Monday. We went against your father, and my wife became pregnant. Nine months later, I was fine, and our son, Christian, was born. For one follow up we brought our baby. Your father lifted him high, and said "This was a good idea." We all laughed. My wife was also treated by your father for AML for awhile, but eventually Dr. Cook became her oncologist. Sadly, my wife passed away in 2009. Your father was very upset, and I felt bad for him. I owe so much to your father. I loved making him smile, because he was so serious on the job. I don't know what made me check on his status, but my sincere condolences on the loss of a great man. Thank you. Vinnie Russo [email protected]

Madeline Brooks

October 27, 2022

I met Dr. Amorosi in 1983 when I was 32. I had developed a very rare blood disorder , after giving birth to my son
. I was so scared and this wonderful, passionate, and brilliant man helped to save me finally after 10 years.
I remember waking up at three in the morning several times, and he would be at my bedside. He came to see me several times a day , and then I knew I would survive , knowing I was in such competent hands.
Rest in Peace my Angel on Earth.
Sincere Condolences to the family.
Sincerely,
Madeline Brooks

Jonathan Jacobs

December 3, 2021

I can think of no man that I respect more in the world
RIP

Sara Kelleher Klemmer

November 19, 2021

Jan, wanted to extend my condolences to you and your family on Dr. Amorosi passing. Meaningful work, 55 years of marriage, 4 kids and 6 grandchildren and both of you born and bred New Yorkers, , what a well lived life. I am sorry for your loss. With love, Mary Eileen Duffy´s daughter. Sara Ann.

Bob and Sharon Mahar

November 18, 2021

We´re sending prayers and many condolences at this sad time.

Lisa Chabus

November 17, 2021

I am so sorry for your loss. May Dr. Amorosi's memory forever be a blessing.

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