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Herbert Napell Obituary

Herbert Napell, DDS

Dr. Herbert Napell of Piedmont, California died surrounded by loved ones on April 11, 2014 at the age of 82. Herb was a prominent and beloved Concord orthodontist from 1959 to 1996, an expert skier and tennis player, and an avid theater goer. This Renaissance man is mourned by his wife Sondra, his sons Bruce and Andrew, Bruce's wife Gail and their children Isaac and Tova, his brother David, and the many friends he made over the course of his full life.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Apr. 20 to Apr. 24, 2014.

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April 24, 2014

I just read about Herb's passing in the Chronicle. Many years ago I had the privilege of volunteering with him in the Senior Tutors Program at Lakeview Elementary school in Oakland. I was always struck by his intellect, kindness and sweet demeanor.
My deepest sympathies. Kathi Roisen

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