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William Hadnott Obituary
William Hicks Hadnott, Jr. was born June 13, 1928 in Beaumont, TX. He departed from this life on Saturday, August 28, 2010. Dr. William H. Hadnott, Jr. graduated magna cum laude from Wiley College in Marshall, TX, with a B.S. in Chemistry. He earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and began his medical career in Bay City, Tx. After nine years of operating a thriving practice in family medicine, Dr. Hadnott joined the first Anesthesiology Residency Program at UTHSCSA. Over the course of his career as an anesthesiologist, William H. Hadnott,Jr. M.D. maintained a successful private practice and career as a Clinical Professor of Anesthesiology and remained on UTHSCSA teaching faculty for 37 years. Dr. Hadnott served as Chief of Anesthesiology of the Baptist Memorial Hospital System, Chief of the Anesthesiology Department at the Nix Memorial Hospital, and Chief of Staff at the Nix Hospital. Dr. Hadnott was a Fellow of the American College of Anesthesiology and a Diplomat of the American Board of Anesthesiology. He was the recipient of many honors and awards, including: The Ashbel Smith Distinguished Alumnus Award, Outstanding Alumni Award-UTHSCSA, Distinguished Service Award-Texas Society of Anesthesiologists. At the University of Texas Medical Branch-Galveston, he was a member of the Presidential Advisory Committee on Minority Affairs, Diversity in Medical Education Committee and the Board of Trustees for the Alumni Association. In 2008, the William H. Hadnott, Jr. M.D. Endowed Chair of Anesthesiology was established at UTHSCSA. William H. Hadnott, Jr, M.D. was a loyal Spurs fan. An avid, award-winning golfer, he organized annual golf tournaments for the Eastside Boys and Girls Club of San Antonio. Dr. Hadnott was a Life Member of the NAACP and an active member of Asbury United Methodist Church. Many thanks go to Lon Smith, M.D, Carl Dukes, M.D., and Boyce Oliver, M.D., and nursing staff at the University Methodist Hospital for the medical care that they provided. He is survived by his beloved wife, Janis McDowell Hadnott, daughters Wanna H. Hadnott of Houston, Texas, Wynette Hadnott Keller and husband Larry of San Antonio, Texas, Marjorie LaVerne Hadnott of San Antonio, Texas, and son William H. Hadnott, III, M.D., and wife Nicole, and grandson William Harrison Hadnott of Houston, Texas; brother James L. Hadnott, M.D. and wife Gwendolyn of San Antonio, Texas, and sister Evelyn Hadnott Jackson of Beaumont, Texas. He is also survived by loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and cherished friends. Funeral Services will be held Friday, September 3, 2010 at 11:00 am at University United Methodist Church,5084 DeZavala Rd.,SAT. 78249 Interment will be at Mission Park North Cemetery, 20900 IH10 West In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the William H. Hadnott, Jr. M.D. Endowed Chair of Anesthesiology: UTHSCSA Hadnott Endowed Chair The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio 7703 Floyd Curl Drive Office of Development, MC 7835 SAT 78229 Or Hadnott Family Endowed Scholarship The University of Texas Medical Branch Office of Development - Route 0148 301 University Boulevard Galveston, TX. 77555
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Vivianee C. Watts
August 28, 2023
I will always remember the family. We were schoolmates in Call, Texas. His father was my teacher, who was so brilliant. We lived next door to each other for a time. Also, I remember his days in medical school at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB). He was successful, making a great contribution to UTMB. Such great history. Thank you, Dr. William Hicks Hadnott, Jr. I will never forget you and your family. By God's blessings, thank you kindly for being a part of history.
joyce black
September 10, 2014
The world will see few physicians that will show the care and concern for their patients as did Dr. Hadnott. He was a tireless advocate for his patients and endured many hardship in Bay City, Texas to provide African Americans with the best quality of care he could offer during the 60's.
He was truly a God send to the town.
My mother and I will forever be grateful to him for his dedication and quality of healthcare provided to me.
James & Audrey Northcutt
September 20, 2010
It's difficult to find words to express the high regard my family has for William Hadnott and his family.
Being exposed to Bill when he was a young physician and I a naive medical student motivated me to study more and complain less.
The wisdom Bill freely shared, mostly during social occasions, profoundly influenced my journey through medicine.
The professional respect given to Bill by colleagues and friends was interesting to behold. As an example, years ago, when Audrey needed to undergo general anesthesia, she and her endocrinologist delayed scheduling the procedure until Bill was available.
Society has lost..... A great physician..... A great mentor..... A great teacher..... A great person.
Although we morn Bill's passing, we at the same time celebrate the fact that he lived and that he accomplished so very much during his time on this earth. Much love to the family :)
Anita Hubert-Parker
September 14, 2010
Blessings to the Hadnott Family as you surround yourselves with wonderful memories of the remarkable Dr. Hadnott. I remember when I used to babysit the kids back in Bay City and even in San Antonio after Trey was born. May such wonderful memories live on forever. May God bless you and keep you.
daisy reyes
September 9, 2010
It's amazing all this wonderful man had to overcome to become a doctor, yet he did it. He had so much class and compassion is no wonder he was such an excellent physician. All my love to the Hadnott family. We'll miss him dearly here at Asbury United Methodist Church. Daisy.
Kitty (McDougal) Lara, RN
September 7, 2010
I had the pleasure of being mentored by and working with Dr. Hadnott for many years. First as a PACU nurse and then as an OR nurse at SEBH and Baptist Medical Center. He is the one who taught me the technique of starting pedi IV's. Always willing to teach and mentor. He was also our family anesthesiologist; for my 6 week old son, my mother, sister, uncle, & aunt. He will be greatly missed and my life is much richer for having known him. My condolences to all the Hadnott family during their time of sorrow. May God Bless you.
Louise Spiller
September 7, 2010
Many blessing to the family. He lived a long and prosporous life and it is truly a blessing for you all to have had such an esteemed family member. His achievements will live long in history. I will pray for the family in hopes of a speedy acceptance for your loss. God Bless you all.
HERBERT COLLINS
September 7, 2010
CONDOLENCES TO ALL THE FAMILY . HERBERT COLLINS CALL TEXAS
September 7, 2010
Blessings to your family. My Grandmother and Mother held Dr. Hadnott in high esteem. He and Dr. Dawson were role models to me as a child. He delivered me as a New Year's gift to my mother, Bettye Richardson Littleton.
Anna Littleton-Pettus
(Bessie Richardson was my Grandmother)
Jacquelyn Timmons
September 6, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. There are many good memories from your visits to our neighbor's (The Watsons) May your memories continue to help you through this difficult time.
The Timmons Family
Alicia G Cantu
September 6, 2010
Condolences to all the family, especially Dr James Hadnot whom I met while I was in Nsg Sch and he was my sister in law's Gyn Resident in charge of her care and is currently my Gyn Dr. I had the pleasure and wonderful experience with William as an Operating Room Ns and as a student when I returned for my BSN at UT Hlth SCSA and my research paper involved spending time in OR.I will never forget being allowed to see and learn more than I planned for because he was there.
September 5, 2010
Condolences from Edison Lara and family
Emma Stewart Purvis and Miriam Coleman Families
September 5, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Arlene West
September 5, 2010
I send my condolences out the Hadnot family and friends. You will be greatly missed and always loved by Bay City Family. Your contribution to science will always be remembered.
Ruth Neeley
September 5, 2010
September 4, 2010
To all the Hadnott family. I also had the pleasure of working professionally with Dr. Hadnott in the operating room for many years. I never heard him say a cross word or be angry with anyone. As someone elso said, He was so "cool". His attention to his patients was always his first priority.
I am now retired and it is a pleasure to reflect on my career in the OR with a true professional as Dr. Hadnott was.
He will always be remembered with great fondness.
Ruth M. Neeley (RN-retired)
Beulah L Brown
September 5, 2010
I remember Dr.Hadnott and the family dog, Jonesy...the Great Dane that would throw me from my bicycle while trying to play with me in our Bay City neighborhood of North End. I remember during Trick-or-Treat nights, Dr. Hadnott tossed quarters, half-dollars, and other monies, rather than candy, into our treat bags....he was a health-loving physician, after all. I was class-mate and friend to his neice, Jimmie L White, and heard her speak lovingly of her Uncle Billy. In addition, he was my childhood physician there in Bay City, and treated me and other classmates when others had been unable to diagnose the mysterious illness that had befallen a large group of us class-mates and drill-team members. With his knowledge, he traced our illness to an outbreak someone had brought to Bay City from a San Antonio college campus, while that person had been attending college there.
September 5, 2010
Sorry I was not there for the homegoing services of Dr Hadnott. He will truly be missed by all that knew him. He was there for me when I had surgery at Methodist back in the 80's. I loved his soft spoken bedside manners. Please know that you have my prayers during this difficult time. May God Bless and keep you all in prayer. Love You all.
PAN
September 5, 2010
Dr. Hadnott was my doctor during the 1960's. I was a child in Bay City and his office was on Duncan St.
I have only good thoughts of him.
Roberta Goodman
September 4, 2010
Our family joins in memory of Dr. Hadnott, with prayers for his family and many friends. We pay tribute to this one whose life impacted so many. Devlon & Roberta Goodman
September 4, 2010
Janice,James The Hadnot Family,I have known the Hadnott family since the school days in Call,TX.His Dad was my science teacher, he was brilliant.And so was Dr. Hadnott and all the family. He will be missed,He made history in East Texas. Vivianee Collins Watts,Texas CIty Tx. (formerly of Call, TX.)
Jeanne Grassmuck
September 3, 2010
Trey, Your dad was a kind, gentle, brilliant man. I feel privileged to have worked with him in the OR at University. My deepest symapthy to you and your family. He will be missed.
Elijah (Chilly) Ida and Anneceia Childers
September 3, 2010
Janice and family,
Our prayers are with you during this time of bereavement. Dr. Hadnott was a great doctor and good family friend during our time living in Sweeny Texas and his practice in Bay City TX
Elijah (Chilly) Ida and Anneceia Childers
September 3, 2010
To Janice and the family,
We are sorry for your loss of Dr. Hadnott. We extend our love and prayers during this time. He was a great family doctor and friend to us during our time living in Sweeny Texas and his practice in Bay City Texas
Cindy Cowan
September 3, 2010
I knew Dr. Hadnott for the 24 years I worked at Metropolitan Hospital in Out Patient PACU. He was always sweet and never raised his voice (even when I'm sure he had a reason). I will always remember his classic walk....sooo cool. My condolences to his family but know this. A great physician is now in practice with The Great Physician.
Cindy Cowan RN PACU
Alamo Heights Surgery Center
Judy Godinez
September 3, 2010
I was privileged to know Dr. Hadnott mostly through his involvements at UTMB. He was quite a credit and an asset to his alma mater and much loved by his colleagues. His was truly a meaningful, well-lived life!
September 3, 2010
Dr. Hadnott, my prayers are with you and your family. You have our deepest sympathy.
With love and peace,
Gerald W. Jackson, Sr.
Myra L. Woods Jackson
September 3, 2010
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Friends from Baptist Medical Center, Jackie Smith, Corine Moore,Rudy Flores, and Cris Corbbrey .
karen mannheimer
September 3, 2010
To Wanna,
So sorry to hear about your father. You and your family are in my prayers.
Karen Mannheimer
September 3, 2010
May God bless and be with the family and friends of Dr. Hadnot at this time.Melvin Brown Dallas,Texas 214-374-2110
Laurie Wells
September 3, 2010
To the Hadnott family,
I knew Dr. Hadnott many years ago when I worked at the Nix. My mother Barabar C. Wells who worked at the NIX ICU as supervisor R.N. loved him so much, and my father, Dr. Ralph F. Wells has always thought of and regarded him highly. Dr. Hadnott was a one of a kind treasure, always willing to teach and guide us and took such good care of his patients. Thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Laurie Wells
Patsy Johnson-Curtis
September 2, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Sergio Alvarado
September 2, 2010
My sincere condolences go out to the Hadnott family. I had the great pleasure and good fortune of being mentored by Dr. Hadnott as a resident in Anesthesiology at the UT Health Science Center. I have never encountered a more kind, caring, and compassionate individual. He touched the lives of so many people, both socially and professionally, and we are all the better for having known him.
September 2, 2010
"To whom much is given, much is expected..." Dr Hadnott gave so much to the San Antonio Community and beyond. What a wonderful legacy!
Tenonia and Yvonne (Holloway) Cunningham
Linda Walker
September 2, 2010
To The Entire Hadnott Family,
Count it a priviledge and a blessing to have had such a constituante in your lives. I believe he was all the fine acculades mentioned and more because my dear mother was a patient of his during his tenure in Bay
City, Tx and she named my brother after Dr. Hadnott(William Harold). I think his life was well lived and did everything that God had sent him to do.
May the peace of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ comfort and keep each of you.
Ruthie Espritt Scott
September 2, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Wm. French Smith
September 2, 2010
HEY DOC,
REMEMBER WHEN I CAUGHT A RIDE WITH YOU AND ROBERT FLYE IN YOUR CORVETT FROM HOUSTON. BOY WE WERE SOME SMALLER FELLOWS THEN, HUH!
LITTLE BILL SMITH
September 2, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God continue his blessings to all of the family. We are relatives from Lufkin ,Texas (Grandmother Viola Andrews Stewart, Greatgrandmother Emily Andrews,Greatgreatgrandmother Molly Hadnot) LOVE TO ALL
Noela Mogga
September 2, 2010
Dr. Hadnott was a mentor to me when I joined UTHSCSA anesthesia residency. His contributions to medicine and society are tremendous, he will be greatly missed.
Janice & Traversia Viola
September 2, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
September 2, 2010
To the Hadnott Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God continue to bless you during this difficult time.
Pam Tyler
Department of Orthopaedics
UTHSCSA
San Antonio, TX
September 2, 2010
Jan,
We would like to express our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We truly enjoyed knowing Billy and he will be sorely missed. We wish you all God's blessings. You will always be in our prayers.
Judge donald J. and Marie Floyd, Port Arthur, Texas
Edna Smith
September 2, 2010
The Hadnotts are related to the Kirkwoods of Colmesneil, TX (Dan & Charlie). I met Dr. Billy @ another cousin's funeral (Alonzo Richardson). He was nice to know. God Bless.
Beverly Edwards, RN
September 2, 2010
To the Hadnott family,
My prayers and sympathy are with you. I met Dr. Hadnott as a you nurse at the Nix many years ago. I worked in the ICU. What a wonderful man. He always used to look at me with those half glasses on that he used to wear. A great smile. Another great man has left us.
Parnell & Gloria Avery
September 2, 2010
To the Hadnott Family.
Our prayers and sympathy are with all of you at this time.
Ted Wolridge
September 2, 2010
Janis and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you in this your time of loss. Trust in the Lord and He comfort and strenghten you.
God bless you,
Ted Wolridge and family, Giddings, TX
Anthony W. Smith
September 2, 2010
I offer my most sincere condolences and prayers to the Wife and Family of Dr. Hadnott. I remember growing up in Bay City, TX. during his time there, and I appreciate his professional and medical contributions, his pioneering spirit and progressive social actions in that area/community. I celebrate his life as "well-lived"!
Anthony W. Smith
September 1, 2010
I express positive thoughts and prayers for all of Dr. Hadnott's Family and Friends! Also, I celebrate the many contributions he made for good during his lifetime. I grew up in Bay City, TX. during his time there, and I am delighted to have seen the professional, medical, and social influences he pioneered in that area. Again, I celebrate his well-lived life!
Marcie McIlveen Booker
September 1, 2010
Janice, the thoughts of your Prairie View '57 Classmates are with you and your family in this most difficult time.
May you be comforted in knowing, we love you and will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Dr. Sam Metters, President
Prairie View A&M University Alumni 1957 Class
JAMES BOOKER
September 1, 2010
TO JANIS AND THE HADNOTT FAMILY, MY SINCERE PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU.IT WAS A PLEASURE KNOWING DR.HADNOTT AND I ENJOYED THE TIMES I SPENT WITH HIM.JAMES E. BOOKER
September 1, 2010
Our sincere condolences for the death of Dr. Hadnot to his wife, Janice, and their family. He was a career associate of ours, and his wife was my college classmate with fond memories. Dr. Hadnot was a pioneer in medicine and socially, and he will be missed.
Samuel D. Houston M. D. and Edna S. Houston, M. D. Tyler, TX
September 1, 2010
Marjorie, i just like to say be strong and hold on to God's unchain hands he will be with you and your family in this time on need. I know it is hard i have been were you are at today, but i know God is with me every step of the way.
Pat Curtis
HR Block family 210 344 5064
Jim Rogers
September 1, 2010
I had the distinct pleasure of both being taught by Dr. Hadnott and working with him for twenty years at UH. He was an inspiration to me and many others. It was an honor to have him as a friend, teacher and mentor. He will be greatly missed by all.
Bill and Jeanne Gregory
September 1, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Ed Guzman
September 1, 2010
I've never met a more classy and dignified individual than Dr. Hadnott, his brother Jim and all of the Hadnott family. It was an honor to have known him.
Betsy Turner
September 1, 2010
Dr. Hadnott was an exemplary individual, a consummate gentleman, and a beloved member of our faculty at UTHSCSA. I will cherish the memories of the brief time I knew him personally, and hope to meet him again 'in the sweet by and by'. Betsy Turner
Jackie Meldrom
September 1, 2010
Dr. Hadnott was such a fine and gentle man. He was always respectful of the nursing staff and his visits and kind words before surgery always placed the patients at ease.
Jackie Meldrom, RN,ONC
dorothy roberts
September 1, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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