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Memories and Condolences
for Alfred de Lorimier
Frank Wong
February 12, 2025
Hello to Dr. D's family members,
Am very sad to hear that Dr. D has passed. I was a patient of his for a number of years at UCSF in the early 90's. He was such a Great doctor to me and took Fantastic care of me.
Bless you for taking care and treating me.
Frank Wong - San Francisco
March 20, 2011
I was saddened to learn of Dr. D's passing. I lived in Crescent City, Ca. and my oldest son Joseph Gates was born in 1963; a premie with a huge umbillical hernia. When he was 18 months old, Dr. D took on the task of repairing with a new procedure. It took over a year and many surgeries later, but I had a normal healthy little boy. Dr. D told me if it would have been 5 years earlier, the outcome would have been very different. He never knew how greatful I was. He was a fine man and the best Doctor I ever met. My heart goes out to his family.
Diane Cloud, Kinder,Louisiana
November 5, 2009
Dear Dr. D.
I had the greatest pleasure to manage your tasting room from 1994 - 2000. The times we spent together are unforgettable! Your spirit is alive and well.
You were so much fun at my birthday party, when you and Sandy gave me a beautifully wrapped present...it was your dirty vineyard worn socks! You said I could sell anything. Wish I could have told you how much I appreciated your confidence in me.
So many good times,
Kimberly Wright- (Craig)
Caryl Symonds-Fairfull
November 4, 2009
Hello,
My condolences go out to the family of this wonderful doctor, and prince of a man. He was the doctor of my son, Jeffrey, at UCSF in the 1970s. He had biliary atresia and many, many problems. Dr. de Lorimier did his best for my son, and kept me sane. Jeffrey died on 10/17/79. I have thought of his doctor often and just decided to look him up. I had hoped to talk with him at the vineyard one day. Blessings to the family of this wonderful man, who gave up so much so that he could serve very sick children.
Caryl Fairfull
November 4, 2009
Hello,
My condolences do out to the family of this wonderful doctor, and prince of a man. He was the doctor of my son, Jeffrey, at UCSF in the 1970s. He had biliary atresia and many, many problems. Dr. de Lorimier did his best for my son, and kept me sane. Jeffrey died on 10/17/79. I thae thought of his doctor often and just decided to look him up. I had hoped to talek with him at the vineyard. Blessings to the family of this wonderful man.
Teresa Poirier
October 21, 2009
My first meeting with Dr.deLorimier occured in the Neonatal Intensive Care Nursery. He had recently returned to UCSF and was called to consult on one of our tiny premies. He was so gentle with this baby that I knew we had a surgeon who would make a difference in all our lives. He was a good friend and loved by all the nurses. Teresa Mannix Poirier, RN
Karen Crites
October 21, 2009
My thoughts go out to everyone whose lives were touched by this remarkable man. I had cancer 45 years ago and it was by his hand that I am still alive today. He will be deeply missed.
Dr. John Baldwin
October 16, 2009
Al and Sandy were not just friends but respected colleagues. It was my pleasure to be a junior resident at UCSF with Al, and I am sure that many of my skills, life-saving adventures and triumphs came from his teaching, example and dedication to excellence. Surgery and mankind has lost a real human being.
Dr. John and Jeannie Baldwin, Twain Harte, CA
Dr. John Baldwin
October 16, 2009
Al and Sandy were not just friends but respected colleagues. It was my pleasure and fortune to be a junior resident at UCSF with Al, and I am sure that many of my skills, life-saving adventures and triumphs came from his teaching, example and dedication to excellence. Surgery and mankind has lost a real human being.
The Family of Sanora Anderson
October 14, 2009
I am deeply saddened to learn of Dr. DeLorimier's death. Dr. D. performed his first surgery on our daughter at Mt. Zion in Jan. 1988 when she weighed less than one pound. We marveled at his skill when we compared the size of his hands to the size of her body.
Through the years we so appreciated his vigilant care and expertise as he continued to treat her. Each time she pulled through a critical time he would walk through the door with his smile and shrug his shoulders and say, "Well...!?" He always displayed genuine interest and concern for our whole family.
I stopped by the wine tasting room a couple years ago and we talked on the phone. He was still interested in our family, inquiring about all of our children. He was especially pleased to know our daughter, his patient, is still with us. It was wonderful to visit with him again!
I always thought about Dr. D.'s family during those years of his practice and the sacrifices they made so he could be at the hospital at all hours helping children in need. Today, I offer you my thanks, and my deepest sympathy for the loss of this dear, gentle, man. What a blessing he has been in so many lives!
André & Madeleine de Lorimier
October 13, 2009
Our sincere sympathy goes to all of Dr. Alfred de Lorimier's family, Chuck & Bonnie included.
(Louis-Philippe's parents)
Louis-Philippe de Lorimier
October 12, 2009
My sincere condolences to family and friends; keep the many good memories alive.
I only met Al after he had retired from UCSF, but reaging the posts in this guestbook it is clear that he was a great pediatric surgeon in addition to being a great winery owner and a great human being altogether. Al, I raise my de Lorimier glass to you!
Louis-Philippe de Lorimier
nicole deLorimier
October 12, 2009
Reading through these many notices of deep appreciation for his skill and dedication brings to mind how patients/families admired Al's Dad. The latter was a radiologist in the Army during WW II. In addition to authoring many textbooks, he designed a portable X-ray unit for detecting schrapnel on the battlefield. He later had a private radiology practice in SFO. The many sacrifices he made for the benefit of his patients and the sincere care have been echoed in his eldest son. As his sister-in-law, I'm honored to have known Dr. Al. His parents would be so proud of the man he became. We've lost a truly fine person.
(Cathy) Nicole deLorimier
October 10, 2009
I was so saddened to hear of Dr. DeLorimier's (he will always be Dr DeLorimier) passing. Those of us who worked with him always felt blessed to know and be a part of his work He was our hero; 6 Long was never the same without him. Inez Wieging
lynn colyer
October 10, 2009
It was a privilege and an honor to have worked in the operating room at Children's Hospital San Francisco with Dr. De Lorimier. His great skill and compassion will not be forgotten.
Maribel Alva
October 9, 2009
Dr. De Lorimier operated on my daughter Rosemary 22 years ago and saved her life. We are so grateful we not only came in contact with such a skilled, genius physician but a caring one. I was always amazed at how much he truely cared about my daughter's well being. He even called me at home to follow up on her. His kindness made having one healthy and one sick twin so much easier to deal with. He left me and my family the greatest gift.
My deepest sympathy to all his family.
nancy doyle
October 9, 2009
I am so sorry that we have all lost Al-he was such a kind & decent man who was a fantastic doctor,teacher,mentor & friend.
He taught me a lot about medicine but mostly about how to be a good & caring doctor
Suzanne Costa
October 9, 2009
My sympathy to all your family.
Suzanne Costa and Family
Karen Rosen
October 8, 2009
I was so sorry to hear about Dr.DeLorimier's death. I worked with him for almost 20 years at UCSF, and he was a great doctor. I remember him sitting at a child's bedside all nite watching him and waiting for the child to improve. He was very concerned with his patients. The last time I saw him was at his retirement party and I remember toasting him and wishing him a great time with his vineyard. We have lost a real hero. He will be missed.
Pat and Molly O'Shea
October 8, 2009
Dr De Lorimier saved our son, Patrick's, life. He is now 28 years old and such a wonderful man. He has heard about De Lorimier and how he saved his life throughout his 28 years. I, as his mother, will never forget Dr. De Lorimier, and how on the day of my son's surgery, I made him show me how steady his beautiful hands were before he operated on our newborn son. I knew at that point that he was truly following his path with heart with his work. He expressed his love of his family during our trying time which made me believe in him and trust him even more. My sympathy to his whole family. May your wonderful memories bring you peace.
Molly and Patrick O'Shea
Robyn Greene/Boswell
October 8, 2009
Dr Delorimier operated on my son 31 years ago and then again 13 years later and if it weren't for him we would of lost him. He was kind and gentle and very careing and wanted only the best for his kids and never settled for anything less. He will be a great loss to the medical profession. My heart goes out to his family and friends.
Julia Hallisy
October 8, 2009
Dr. DeLorimier operated on our son Kevin 16 years ago at CPMC. He was a kind and skilled surgeon and a wonderful human being. The medical profession has lost one of it's great practitioners. Dr. DeLorimier told us so many stories about his winery that we made the trip to see it in person. His love for the land and growing grapes was inspirational. He will be missed.
Millis Frisch
October 8, 2009
His eyes twinkled, he gave bear hugs and he was as much at home dressed for working in the vineyards as he was wearing a business suit. He treated every member of the winery staff with equal kindness and respect. These are just a few of the things I will always remember about "Al".
It was a privilege to have known him and he was taken much too soon.
To Sandy and his family, both Peter and I send our heartfelt sympathy.
AnneMaria Boersma
October 8, 2009
I will never forget that day at UCSF when a nurse said our infant son was in great hands. Dr. de Lorimier was indeed a great doctor and an even kinder person. My thoughts and prayers are going out to his family. He blessed so many lives-not just the children he performed surgery on-but their families who are blessed by the lives he saved.
Sally and Steve McDonald
October 8, 2009
My heartfelt condolences to Sandy and all Dr. deLorimier's family. He was such a wonderful man, the loss is overwhelming. His was a life well lived.
He meant more to this family than you can ever know. Maggie is a thriving 15 year old today only because of the dozen or so surgeries he performed on her crazy little body. His skill saved her and his kindness and guidance saved us. Thank you Dr. deLorimier. Rest in peace.
Debbie Trevithick, RN MS
October 8, 2009
There was always something so reassuring about Dr. De Lorimer's presence for the families of very sick children at UCSF. He was so positive, skilled,and professional - it was an honor to work with him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and close friends.
October 7, 2009
We will forever remember an angel in our daughter's life, Dr. Alfred de Lorimier. For the past 23 years, we have celebrated not only Ana's birthday in April, but we speak of the wonderful doctor who reassured us in May of 1986, that our beautiful little girl would survive the surgery he would perform. We are saddened to hear of your loss, but so grateful to have met such a remarkable human being. We will continue to remember him in our hearts with much gratitude.
-The Power Family
Petaluma, California
October 7, 2009
The picture of Dr De Lorimier is exactly how I remember him here in the Peditaric ICU at UCSF. He definitely had a larger than life presence. My favorite memory of him was getting him to turn a leg on the dance floor at our Christmas party many many moons ago and he did and never stopped smiling.
I can't imagine losing a spouse after 55 years- my heart goes out to all of his family.
Adrienne Puech RN PICU. UCSF
Edna & Marty Colridge
October 7, 2009
We met Dr. DeLorimier January 30, 1970 when our son was born with a birth defect. Our sincere sympathy to his wife, family and loved ones. We will miss him very much.
Chenoa Busic
October 7, 2009
The world has lost one of the most amazing humans that I have had the privalege of knowing, but heaven has just gained a beautiful angel! Al truly touched my heart, and many others, with his warmth, compassion and gentle nature. I've said this before... I am truly blessed to have known a person like Dr. Alfred de Lorimier!
Don Hughes
October 7, 2009
Many former patients and their family members still visit the winery that bears the deLorimier name. They all refer to him as Dr. Al, a great tribute to his accessibility and dedication. In the 2+ years that I have worked at this winery, I have had many conversations with Al, usually after he had spent the day in the vineyards he loved so much. He has become one of my genuine heroes and I will miss him much.
Gayle Grabenkort
October 7, 2009
For those of us who worked at the winery it was a sad day indeed to learn of Dr. deLorimier's death. It happened on a day when we were celebrating the Harvest Faire and taking glory in sharing the wine that won "Best of Class" , the grapes that came from Dr. deLorimiers home ranch, a fine Cabernet from the Crazy Creek vineyard. I am sure he was very proud of such a win. For those of us who worked in the tasting room and special events it never ceased to amaze us the number of people who came to share memories, stories and ask about the Doc. Nurses who worked in the recovery rooms and surgeries, residents who trained under Dr. deLorimier, and patients and the families of patients who said he saved their lives and what a wonderful man he was to all. We are lucky to have had him and he will be greatly missed.
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