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RANDALL GRIEPP Obituary

GRIEPP--Randall B., MD. We are profoundly saddened by the death of Randall B. Griepp, MD on September 8 at the age of 82. He was a greatly beloved husband and father, a highly-esteemed and innovative cardiovascular surgeon, an avid sailor and a skilled craftsman of small wooden boats and elegant furniture. He will be deeply missed by a loving extended family and an international network of colleagues. In addition to his wife Eva Botstein Griepp, MD and son Matthew Griepp, MD of New York, Randall is survived by his brother Galen of Glendale, CA and his sister Marvel of Ossining, NY. A memorial service is being planned.

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Published by New York Times on Sep. 16, 2022.

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Jerome Saul Zacks

May 18, 2025

Dear Eva and Matthew,
The memories of my times with Randy, my esteemed colleague, at Mt Sinai are etched in my mind. They bring a smile to me as I vividly recall my brilliant and compassionate friend. May his memory be a blessing.
Jerry Zacks MD and Yelena

David K Edwards iii

September 4, 2024

Climbing MORRO ROCK...love and best memories.... David Edwards

Gus Pogo

September 4, 2024

Once again just yesterday I related to my colleagues something that Dr. Griepp would have considered in managing a surgical procedure in a complex case. I continue to hold him in the most highest esteem!

Vidya Arjun

May 23, 2024

Dear Dr .Eva.
I was Dr Griepp 's patient in
1978 at Downstate Brooklyn .I'm from India and he did my open heart surgery so many decades ago.i am ever grateful to him for giving me my life back. I'm 60 years old now and when I went to take my Echo cardiogram test as a routine checkup, the doctors here said that Dr Griepp did a marvelous job ! I wanted to email him and to my dismay found that he passed away .
Please accept my heartfelt condolences and I pray his soul rest in peace . What a fantastic Doctor he was .I still have a picture that i took with him .
Sending you lots of love and my gratitude to the Doctor who worked miracles ! .they used to call him Jesus Christ
at the hospital.
Grateful he was there for me .
May God bless you and your family Dr.
Eternally grateful for Dr Griepp. Lots of love ,
Vidya.

Aladin Mariano, MD, MHA

January 20, 2024

Our deep condolences to the bereaved family and friends of Randy, who was my mentor as Resident in CVT Surgery at Downstate University. More than surgical techniques, he taught me professionalism, sttititude/behavior among colleagues and heart-team members.
From; Aladin M. Mariano, M .D, wife Evelyn T. Mariano M.D. ; sons A.J. Mariano, MD, Andrew Mariano, MD South Barrington, Illinois

Carol Anne Edwards (spouse of David K Edwards)

February 23, 2023

Eva please accept my sympathy.
Carol(Merrick) Edwards

David k Edwards iii

February 23, 2023

It seems impossible that Randy is dead. I grieve.
David Edwards

terry nguyen

December 10, 2022

Dear Dr. Eva and Matthew,
So sadden by the news of Dr. Griepp passing.
Thank you for all the things you and Dr. Griepp did for Khanh. My deepest sympathy.
Terry Nguyen

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LYNNE KARANFIL

November 27, 2022

My condolences to the family. I worked with Dr Griepp at Downstate as one of the nurse managers of the ICU. He was the most amazing physicians I ever knew. He was so brillant and kind. It was a pleasure to work him. He was one of the most humble people I have known. So sorry to learn of this loss.

Mark Taylor

October 11, 2022

The most difficult and most rewarding 3 years of my life were spent in the company of this great man. His patience, humor and genius were unique and irreplaceable. I will miss him.

Gus Pogo

September 27, 2022

Dear Dr. Eva Griepp,
I just found out of the passing of Dr. Griepp. I am so sorry for your loss. He was the greatest mentor I ever had and I continue to share his thoughts about Cardiac Surgery with colleagues to this day. I will miss him deeply. My sincerest condolences to you and yours.

Tatu Juvonen and family

September 22, 2022

Dear Eva and Matthew, I heard that Dr. Griepp has passed away. This is a terrible loss!  I am so grateful for the opportunity he gave me. May God bless you in this time of sorrow.

Rebecca Grbic

September 16, 2022

Dr Griepp was my first chief at my first job as a PA. From him I learned how beautiful an operation could look. More importantly I learned how important it was to work hard and fight for your patients. He was an incredible man. I loved his stories he shared. I feel so honored to have known him. My deepest condolences to your family.

Monica Mateos

September 14, 2022

Dear Eva,
My sincerest condolences to you and Matthew. May all the happy memories of your husband carry you through this time of grief. A true pioneer who touch so many people in miraculous ways. Randall is now eternally embraced in the Glory of God.

Prem K. Samuel

September 13, 2022

My passion for cardiac surgery began with my one month rotation in 1991 as a preliminary General Surgery resident at Mount Sinai.
Enormous loss of a Gentle Giant in our field
Deepest condolences

Dr. Anthony Rossi

September 13, 2022

I was so sadden by the news that Dr. Griepp had passed away. I don't have the words to express how I'm feeling. I had the opportunity to work with him for a little over 9 years, beginning in 1989. He was a true renaissance man, outstanding surgeon and inspiring leader. He made me want to be better than I was. You just never wanted to disappoint him. I am eternally grateful for the opportunity he gave me. My very best to Eva and Matthew.

Cid S Quintana

September 12, 2022

It is with a heavy heart that we received the sad news of Dr Griepp's passing away. He meant so much to me as a person, teacher and friend.
Eva and Matthew , please receive our deepest sympathies and most sincere condolences.
Cid and Sandra

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Lee

September 12, 2022

Drs. Eva and Matt. Sending heartfelt condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.
I am sharing my thanks because Dr. Griepp had a profound impact on the lives of everyone in my family. Our lives are full of special moments and wonderful memories of such a brilliant, selfless, kind-hearted, and authentic man. He will be missed!

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Sharo Raissi

September 12, 2022

My deepest sympathy for your loss!
Praising God of all Grace for such an amazing selfless, lovingkind servant of His Kingdom!
Heaven rejoice in receiving him to Eternity!

Sharo Raissi

Max

September 12, 2022

So sorry for your loss. He was a truly remarkable husband, father, doctor, and friend. His legacy lives on!

Janice Griepp

September 11, 2022

Sad to hear of your loss. Your family is in my prayers! Love Janice Griepp

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September 11, 2022

My condolences

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