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Thomas V. Gullo

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West Palm Beach, Florida

Thomas Gullo Obituary

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Dr. THOMAS V. GULLO 1931-2011 Thomas V. Gullo of West Palm Beach, FL, died on Sunday, September 4, 2011. He was 80. Thomas was born July 20, 1931 in Batavia, NY, a son of Vincent and Lucille Viverto. He graduated from the University of Bologna, Italy in 1959 with a Doctorate in Medicine. He returned to the US to do his internship and residency and became a member of the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology in 1967. Dr. Gullo practiced Obstetrics and Gynecology in the Buffalo, NY until his retirement in 1999. Thomas was a man of love and devotion to all of those who knew him well. In particular those closest to him referred to him as "Dockie", a nickname that his daughter Jennifer gave him when she was eight years old, a name that stuck for decades to follow. Dockie was a man of many special gifts, one of which included a unique medical skill that delivered over 5000 babies into the world. He had exquisite emotion and was able to give comfort to those around him in time of need. His calming sense of comfort was infectious to those who were lucky enough to know him and experience his soulful beauty. His comforting energy was indeed a gift unique to only Dockie. In the second phase of his life, after his retirement from the medical profession, he started a new journey by joining his wife Arlene, a real estate broker for Corcoran in Palm Beach. It was here where Dockie's passion for life flourished once again and he created life-lasting, and highly respected relationships both personally and professionally. Surviving Thomas is his wife of 32 years, Arlene, his children, Mark C. Gullo (Therese), Thomas V. Gullo, Jr., Peter P. Gullo, Marisa Gullo (Mitchell), Jennifer L. Daniels, and Harvey E. Daniels, his grand children, Damien Gullo (Aubrey) and Dominic Gullo, his great grandson Colton Gullo and a devoted family pet Roxy. Thomas is also survived by a brother Vincent Gullo. Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, September 7, 2011 at Quattlebaum Funeral Home, 1201 South Olive Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL. 33401. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The American Cancer Society, 235 S County Rd. # 20, Palm Beach, FL 33480-4282 (561) 655-3449, or www. cancer.org. QUATTLEBAUM FUNERAL HOME Family Owned and Operated (561) 832-5171 To express condolences and/or make donations Visit PalmBeachPost.com/obituaries

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Published by The Palm Beach Post from Sep. 5 to Sep. 12, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Gullo

20 Entries

September 15, 2011

Tom and I started medical school together in 1953. We both graduated in 1959. Thruout those years we interacted almost daily. I was shocked to hear of his passing since we were thinking of a reunion in the N.Y. area. Tom was a smart serious student. We were looking forward to starting our adventure in the practice of medicine. We lost track of each other in the pursuit of our careers and pursuit of our families. I am so sorry we did not meet and have a chance to meet each others families. I could have predicted that he would have a successful career just on thye basis of his medical school years. Please convey my deepest condolences to the family and loved ones. Frank L. Kardos M.d. [email protected]. Please leave me an address if I have any old pictures I could forward

Maureen Heimerl

September 15, 2011

Herb and I were saddened to hear of Tom's death. He delivered both of our children more than 40 years ago and was also a very good friend to us!! As a doctor he always inspired great confidence in his patients. Our deepest sympathy to Arlene and all of the children. You are in our thoughts and prayers!! Maureen Heimerl

Diane Mantouvalos

September 14, 2011

My heartfelt sympathies to Arlene, Jennifer, Harvey and the entire Gullo Family. I feel blessed to have spent Christmas Day in Florida with you and meeting Dockie on that day. I will treasure this wonderful memory of his warm spirit and kindness. May you all find comfort and continued inspiration in your own memories of his goodness and compassion.

Renee & David Knight

September 10, 2011

Remembered for his kindness, soft spoken humor, compassion and generosity - a life well lived. Rest in peace, Tom.
Renee & David Knight

Susie Fricano

September 9, 2011

Our deepest sympathy's to family and friends... Dr Gullo was one of a kind, and I missed him when we moved from area.. His compassion was like no other...

Denise

September 9, 2011

Dr.Gullo was both my doctor & colleague.He was the kindest & most compassionate man. I was sad when he retired & even more saddened to hear of his passing. My deepest condolences to his family.

Molly Carter

September 9, 2011

Dr. Gullo helped bring my two blessings into this world! I will never forget his kindness and the comfort he offered when I needed surgery. I remember prior to sedation I said to the anesthesiologist, "I need to see Doc first!" Then there he was with a smile and a pat on my hand.
My sincere sympathy to the family.

Russell & Cynthia Duscher

September 8, 2011

Dr. Gullo mom use to live next door to my parents Stan And Loretta Sujka. What a wonderful family the Gullos were. Dr. Gullo also delivered my 2 girls Dawn & Debra. And In 97
deleivered my first grandaughter. Dr. Gullo was a very kind and compassionate Dr.He was my Dr. for 28yr. till he retired.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Patti LaPlante

September 8, 2011

Dr. Gullo was the best ob-gyn I ever had. We shared the same birthdate and I am saddened by his death. He was a great man if ever there was one. I think my son was the first 9+ pounder he delivered. My condolences to his family.

September 7, 2011

I was saddened to hear of Dr. Gullos passing. He was my Dr. for over 20 yrs. He was the most gentle, kind and compassionate Dr. I have ever had. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Connie Castiglione

September 7, 2011

I was saddened to here of Dr. Gullo's passing. He delivered my children, and was such a special man. I was so blessed to have had him as my Dr. PLease know that my thoughts & prayers are with his wife & family. Sue Gothard

Colleen Reid

September 7, 2011

I was so sorry to hear of his passing. Dr.Gullo delivered both of my children,and sucessfully got me thru cancer when I was only in my thirties.I trusted him with my life, literally.He was always kind and warm.He always had a smile for you. When my children were born we laughed together,And when He had to tell me I had ovarian cancer we cried together. I trusted he would direct me in the right direction,an He did. That was 25yrs ago.God bless you Dr Gullo.To his family I'm sorry for your loss he was a great man. My prayers are with you. Colleen Reid,Tonawanda,NY

Mary Munley-May

September 7, 2011

When I saw that picture of Dr. Gullo - although he is gone, it made me smile. It captured him as he was each and every time I saw him. Dr. Gullo delivered all three of my children, sent me flowers after each, called me at home after my son was sent to Children's Hospital. After my third child, I had missed my follow up appt, I ran into Dr. Gullo and his wife, he remembered I hadn't been in to see him and had his staff call me to set up an appt. He cared and showed it each and every day. My thoughts are with his family and friends who have lost such a special man.

September 7, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with the Gullo family. Dr. Gullo was an amazing man and doctor. His compassion and understanding helped becoming a new mom easier. God bless.

Denise Cullinan

September 7, 2011

When I saw Dockie's picture I had to smile. That's just the effect he had on people. His warmth and humor were two of his greatest assets.
I know Dockie will be missed by family and friends... but certainly not forgotten.
Keep them laughing in heaven Dockie!
Love ya.
Denise and Brendan Cullinan

September 7, 2011

Dr. Gullo's knowledge in his field, brought us the joy of becoming parents after years and years. He was the sweetest man, a professional, a friend to many and I'm sure a great husband and father.

To the family, his memory will live on forever for you and those he touched in life. I'm sure the patients in WNY he had will never forgot what a great man he was, and the joy he shared with them as they greated that special bundle.

Becky, Mike & Matthew Daniels

September 6, 2011

"Tom was a true gentleman, and will be greatly missed. He was instrumental in finding apartments for me for my winter home, and one could always rely on his word."David A. Spector (New York City)

Grace Brown

September 6, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss and will have such fond memories of Tom. He was a special man with an abundance of good humor and cheer. So kind and loving , we will all miss him. A true gentalman.
My thoughts and prayers will be with your family.

Sandy Trowbridge

September 6, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss, what a blessing he was to his family. Tom kept going not matter what, not many knew the battle he was fighting, he never stopped and was a true delight to know. One of those very special people we will always remember becaus of the way they touched out lives.

Anna Hoffman

September 5, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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