Myers, M.D.Jan. 4, 1929 - Aug. 9, 2016 EDMOND William Sylvester "Bill" Myers, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many, passed away Aug. 9, 2016, following a long battle with heart failure. He truly loved what he did through life; it was frequent to hear him say, "There was never a day when I do not look forward to my work today." William was the first child born to Noah S. and Elgie Nance Myers on Jan. 4, 1929. Born at the Baptist Hospital, Winston-Salem, NC, he grew up in Winston-Salem, and attended R.J. Reynolds High School. Bill graduated from Guilford College with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1950 and was drafted into the Army, where he was made a laboratory technician. With the encouragement of his chief, one Daniel Stowens, M.D., he applied to medical school and matriculated at Bowman Grey School of Medicine of Wake Forest University. His internship and medical residency was at Bowman Grey, then he went to Tulane for two more years of Cardiovascular Fellowship under the tutelage of the late George Burch, chairman of the Department of Cardiology. His working life was limited to Oklahoma City, where he joined G.P. Robbins and W.B. Thompson to form the Cardiovascular Clinic. Under his direction, the first true heart catheterization lab was set up at St. Anthony Hospital. He made a significant impact on heart disease in the state of Oklahoma. He leaves a multitude of friends and patients who will miss him greatly. Above all, Bill was a dedicated and loving husband and Pops. He is survived by his loving wife, Judith; four sons; one daughter; ten grandchildren; and sister, Emily Myers-Vaughn. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Edmond, OK, on Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2016, at 4 p.m. The family will greet friends following the service, 5-7 p.m. in the church hall. Memorial contributions may be made to Integris Advanced Cardiac Care at 405-713-9900, 3400 NW Expy, Ste 200, Oklahoma City, OK 73112, Attn: Dr. Doug; or a memorial of your choice.

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Published by Oklahoman from Aug. 14 to Aug. 16, 2016.

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for WILLIAM MYERS

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Nellene perry

January 24, 2024

Don´t know if this site still accepts posts but I want to say this man saved my husbands life and was a kind doctor and counselor. Charles was only 26 when he had a massive heart attack. Dr Myers cared for him for over twenty years with a consistent diagnosis of "six months to a year". Charles got a heart transplant eventually. I treasure Dr Myers snd his influence on our life.

Mark Braden

August 17, 2016

I can't say enough good things about Dr. Meyers. I have so many great memories of quail hunting with my dad and Dr. Meyers. We had a lot of great breakfasts in those small western Oklahoma towns, especially Chester and the fresh pies in the morning, followed by great days of hunting with Lucy and Dot, probably a couple of the greatest bird dogs ever. But more than anything else, I remember Dr. Meyers kindness, his infectious laugh, his genuine care and love for others, and always fun and happy demeanor. Now he's in heaven with my dad, his longtime close friend. I will miss him greatly.

Amy Kelley

August 15, 2016

I am a RN that worked with Dr Myers for about 8 years seeing him during rounds with his patients in CCU at Baptist. He was such a caring and good Physician. I remember he and Judy inviting the nurses to their home for a Christmas Party. Such a thoughtful person. Thinking of his family during this time.

Jim Damiani

August 15, 2016

Judy, you're in my thoughts and prayers. Bill was a great guy. He made A positive difference in this world.

Carlene Hill

August 14, 2016

I only last year had the honor of meeting Bill for the first time. He immediately impressed me with his kind and loving ways. I remember thinking how lucky those cardiac patients in his care must have felt to have him as their cardiologist. I know he will be deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers go up for the many loved ones and friends in your sorrow, especially his sweet and loving wife, Judy. Carlene Hill

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