Gary Avrum Fields

Dr. Gary Avrum Fields, age 75, died at home surrounded by family after a lengthy battle with cancer on December 28, 2015 in Sacramento California. He is survived by his sister Jaqueline Fields and his beloved wife of 24 years, Cherie Blanchette Fields. He will be greatly missed by sons Greg and wife Lisa, Lee (Landy) and wife Gina, and grandchildren Riley, Ian, Max and Jake. Dr. Fields was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to parents Ruth and Harry Fields. He completed his undergraduate degree from Princeton University member of Phi Beta Kappa. He attended medical school and finished his residency at the University of Pennsylvania. Major Fields fulfilled his military obligation at Fort Ord in California as an OB/GYN physician. He moved to Sacramento in 1972 and went to work in private practice for the next 20 years. He served as Medical Director for Sutter Health until his passing. Gary was a dedicated Physician, passionate reader, an avid cyclist and an enthusiastic wine connoisseur. His love of wine qualified him to hold the position of President of the Physician Wine Society for 5½years. He and his wife explored this country and Europe on bicycles always making new friends along the way. Gary also had a dramatic side to him and volunteered every year as MC for the Sutter Health Service Awards with wild costumes and witty dialogue. Gary has been entertained in the last few years by two furry friends, Pumpkin and PJ, who miss him terribly. His greatest joy however, was his family. He was very proud of his sons and grandchildren and loved the times they spent together. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather and will be greatly missed by all. A private memorial will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations would be appreciated at the charity of your choice.