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Allen Smoot Obituary
Dr. Smoot was a graduate of Bradley University and Marquette University School of Medicine. He served as an officer in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean Conflict. In 1959, he came to St. Mary's Hospital in San Francisco where he began his career in Internal Medicine. Dr. Smoot retired from private practice in 2011.
The memorial service for Dr. Smoot will be held on Saturday, January 5, 2013, at 11:00 a.m. at West Portal Lutheran Church, 200 Sloat Blvd., San Francisco, CA.
Donations in memory of Dr. Smoot may be made to Samaritan's Purse, St. Jude's Children's Hospital or St. Mary's Hospital.
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Memories and Condolences
for Allen Smoot
January 18, 2013
Dr Smoot was the best family doctor. They broke the mold after he came to Ocean Avenue. It is a sad day to hear of his passing. He cared for three generations of Magee's and we are forever grateful. Condolences and our sympathies to my boy Paulie and all the Smoot's. You're in my prayers,
Dave Magee
Genise Copada-Zickgraf
January 10, 2013
Dr.Smoot was a special man and a compassionate physician who will be missed by many. I am fortunate to had the pleasure of talking with him during his years at the Ocean Ave Bldg.
My thoughts are with your family.
January 7, 2013
My grandmother and myself were once patients of Dr. Smoot back in the 70's and 80's. My fondest memory of Dr. Smoot was when he was running behind with his patient load and you simply didn't mind. You knew he was giving everyone all the time (his time) they needed. He was a physician who truly cared. He was ahead of his time. Unfortunately, they broke the mold. The heavens above are so lucky to have such a warm and caring soul joining them. My best to his family. Thank you for sharing.
January 4, 2013
Dear Joann and Family
We are very sorry for your loss. My mother was in the ICU at the same time. Having you and Chris with us was such a support.
Begone Alvarez and Stephen Delgado
Annemarie Cota
January 3, 2013
I am very sorry for your loss. The medical profession has lost a gentle man of love and integrity.He took excellent care not only of his patients, but of their families too. May he rest in peace in the arms of the Lord.My prayers are with you.
Kelly Connelly
January 3, 2013
He leaves behind a great legacy of a wonderful family. He should be proud of a well-lived life. We can rejoice in what awaits him and a grand reunion for us all!
Cathy and John Henning
January 3, 2013
What an amazing man Dr. Smoot was, anyone who knew him was lucky! We will never forget his invaluable help to John Henning, Sr. Without Dr. Smoot, we would not have had him so long. What a UNIQUE and incredible doctor, caring, HOUSE CALLS and depth of knowledge. Our sadness is with you and yours.
p canque
January 2, 2013
Thoughts and prayers to the smoot family
Dr Smoot was a intern when I started at St Mary's hospital in San Francisco. He was a compassionate doctor, patient with nursing staff which I felt as a Rn first time job at St Marys
Aloha. Pc. Retired Rn
Anne Murphy-Wilson
January 1, 2013
Dear Joann and family,
My heartfelt thoughts and prayers to you on the loss of such a wonderful man,friend and doctor.
Doctor Smoot was indeed a compassionate and caring friend to all of the Murphy Family and he will be missed.
Anne Murphy-Wilson
Sparks, Nevada
January 1, 2013
Paul, I am sorry for your loss. Jim Hannawalt.
Margaret Dillon
December 31, 2012
This is such a hard loss to those of us who knew and loved the Doctor as his patients but to the family, I cannot imagine the hole this leaves for you. He was a great Doctor and the sacrifices you the family made allowing him to always be there for us, has to be given the same recognition. The world was truly a better place because of the Doctor. We would speak of God often and I know with all my being he is in Christ's hands now, away from the suffering and enjoying the eternal peace and happiness promised to all of us if we lived the life of giving the Doctor did. May God Bless all of your family during this sad time as we his patients have already been blessed for many, many years.
Bobby Jo Viksne
December 30, 2012
Dear Paul and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss and wish you peace and joy in the memories of your Father. Memories live in our hearts forever. Take care,
Bobby Jo & John Viksne
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