Ronald A. Remy

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Ronald Remy Obituary

REMY--Ronald A., M.D., age 71, of Jupiter, FL, (formerly of Cresskill and Loveladies NJ), on December 17, 2007 after a courageous battle with cancer. Beloved husband of Phyllis (nee Giering). Loving son of Rose (Florio) and the late Ramon. Devoted father of David and his wife Terri, John and his wife Christine. Adoring grandfather of Paul, Cecilia, Nicholas and Matthew. Dear brother of Russell and his wife Carol. Born in New York City and raised in Hoboken, Dr. Remy graduated from Rutgers University in 1958 and was first in his class upon graduating from NJ College of Medicine in 1962. Dr. Remy completed his surgical residency at St. Vincent's Hospital in Manhattan where he had the honor of serving as Chief Resident in his fourth year. Dr. Remy served in the U.S. Navy in Vietnam (196768) receiving the Navy Commendation Medal with Combat V. He also served at St. Albans VA Hospital (1968-69). Dr. Remy practiced surgery at Holy Name Hospital, Teaneck, NJ, from 1969-1998 serving as Chief of Surgery (1986-1992) and Director of The Department of Surgery (1990-1996). His skill as a surgeon was matched only by his unflinching dedication to his patients and their families. After retirement he volunteered his surgical skills in Guyana, Haiti, Mexico and Guatemala, and other locations without access to surgery. When creating the surgical roster for his visits, Dr. Remy had one rule he never broke-children first. Dr. Remy was a Diplomat of the American Board of Surgery, Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and a member of The Society of Surgeons of NJ. Dr. Remy was a man of many interests. He was well read, enjoyed fishing, sailing, hiking, golf, music, photography and practiced physical fitness. He was a lifelong Yankee's and Giants fan. He will be greatly missed by family and friends. Visitation is on Wednesday 79pm, and Thursday 2-4 and 79pm, at the Barrett Funeral Home, 148 Dean Drive, Tenafly, NJ. Funeral Mass Friday, 10am, Mt. Carmel Church, Tenafly, NJ. Interment Brookside Cemetery, Englewood, NJ. Donations in Dr. Remys memory may be made to Calvary Hospital Fund, 1470 Eastchester Rd., Bronx, NY 10461. For directions visit: www.barrettfuneralhome.net

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Published by New York Times on Dec. 19, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Ronald Remy

12 Entries

Marie

November 22, 2022

Still thinking of you.

Marie V

August 15, 2019

Such a wonderful man. Thinking of you still with respect and fondness.

Steve Camer

October 31, 2018

He was my first teacher at St. Vincents. I am sorry he is gone. Will not forget him.

Maria

February 1, 2008

This was a man whose soul could be seen in his eyes. A good person, a loving person; stern yet with a kindness second to none. It was my pleasure to have known Ronald.

Maureen Rock

January 11, 2008

Dear Mrs.Remy,sons and family,
My heartfelt sorrow and sympathy is given to you. I have never forgotten you and your family and the years working with Dr. Remy at Holy Name and in his Teaneck office. Dr. Remy was a very special person and friend and taught me a lot in my early years of nursing. With love and prayers for comfort, Maureen Rock

LTC (Ret) Paul and Mrs. Klare Schaum

December 24, 2007

My wife, Klare, worked with Dr. Remy for about nine years in the O.R. of Holy Name Hospital. He and I had experiences together in the I.C.U. before I returned to active duty in the Army with my family. We extend our sincerest sympathies to his family.

Garth Murray, MD

December 21, 2007

I first met Ron in September 1981 when I joined the Staff of Holy Name Hospital as a young Surgeon. Over the next six years I learnt many things about Surgery from him. Even today, many years later I still vividly remember his voice speaking to me when certain situations arise. He will always be my mentor. Heartfelt wishes to Phyllis, David and John and the rest of the family.

Lori W.

December 21, 2007

My heart goes out to your family. Dr. Remy operated on me in 1969 - I was six years old and suffering from an unknown problem at the time. Dr. Remy operate on me on Christmas Eve forfeiting time he could be spending with his family. As a result, I was fortunate enough to have an excellent doctor and wonderful care and recovered perfectly. I was extremely fortunate. He will be missed.

Mariruth Wild

December 20, 2007

I met Dr. Remy as a new graduate nurse at Holy Name Hospital in 1969. Dr. Remy had just begun working there and I was caring for one of his first surgical patients. Dr. Remy was very devoted to his patients and was competent, meticulous and confident in his ability. He demanded nothing but the best care for his patients. I had heard that he was ill, and am very sad to hear of his death. It was a pleasure to have worked with Dr. Remy and I extend my prayers and sympathy to all of his family at this time.

George M. Patterson

December 20, 2007

I extend my deepest sympathies to Phyllis, David, John and the rest of the family. I thought of Dr. Remy often during his illness and I always remembered him as an intelligent, kind, thoughtful, considerate man. He will be truly missed and will be remembered with affection.

Tracy D'Alessandro

December 19, 2007

My heart goes out to your family. Dr. Remy operated on me in 1987 and in 1988 when I lived in NJ. He was a very kind man. Our prayers are with you.

lisa b

December 19, 2007

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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