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Hercules Morphopoulos
1933 - 2016
BORN
1933
DIED
2016
Hercules Morphopoulos Obituary
"Dec 5, 1933 - Aug 13, 2016"
Hercules Morphopoulos lived a long, productive life. Born 12/5/33 in Petaluma, CA, he graduated from UCSF Dental School in1957 and remained on the faculty until 1975. He served as a US Army dentist at Fort Lewis, WA, 1958–60 and spent six years in a reserve unit. In 1960 he established his practice, Fine Dentistry, at 267 Arlington AV, Kensington, CA, serving a large community of loyal patients.Herc demonstrated a strong commitment to human community. A member of Physicians for Social Responsibility, he cofounded the dental section of Berkeley Free Clinic and Peres Elementary School's dental clinic in Richmond, CA, and supported many other community clinics. He volunteered internationally as well, in Nepal, Africa, Mexico and Nicaragua.
He was admitted to John Muir Hospital with pulmonary inflammation on 8/3/16, and died 10 days later, surrounded by family. He is survived by his wife Yoshiko; sister Christine; former wife Carolyn Taaning; daughter Lisa; sons Thomas and Nicholas; and stepson Adee Wada.
Herc's widow Yoshiko Wada and the family welcome comments, images and memories at http://herculesmorphopoulos.com and invites attendance at his Celebration of Life gathering on 12/4/16, 11 to 4 at Kensington Community Center, 59 Arlington AV. Updates will be posted on the website, including where to send donations in his honor.
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Memories and Condolences
for Hercules Morphopoulos
5 Entries
Ricardo gil
August 26, 2024
I was his patient and thoroughly enjoyed his presence and that of his lovely staff.
Diana Regalo
January 29, 2019
I worked for Dr Herc and Dr Z from 2014-2015 before I moved to Roseville Ca. He would tell me not to move because I would hate the heat and hate it here. I'm so sad to hear he passed away. He was a great man with such a sweet soul. Very gentle, calm in conversations and always had such a great smile. Even though I only knew him such a short time he made such a difference in my life with his advice and teachings during lunch hours. My condolences to his family and friends. Dr. Herc thank you for teaching me about the number 8 and 3, Infinity, love and stability.
Thomas Boyce
December 15, 2016
Herc and I were classmates together at UCSF School of Dentistry so our paths connected often during those four years. After that our connections were at State Dental Conventions, Post Grad classes, and five year reunions . As I practiced in Contra Costa County and Herc in Alameda County we did not see one another often. We connected again Barbara Voinar,s Yoga classes on 4TH street in Berkeley. I really enjoyed having coffee and conversation with Herc after class. I found during those visits I realized that my world View aligned with his more than I would have suspected, or perhaps it always was. I so looked forward to those visits and am sad he is no longer with us. His life certainly benifited this world. He helped so many people during his life, it must be celebrated and remembered for all the good he accomplished.
Joanna Maravelias-Dixon
December 2, 2016
Uncle Herc was a very passionate man. We used to go and see him twice a year for dental cleanings and dinner with him, Aunt Caroline, and the kids. He was my brother Steven's god father, and Steve absolutely adored him. I am very sorry for the loss of Herc to his wife and family. I know how much you will miss him. Please know that he has found my dad, Harry Maravelias, and they are probably having great fun together! Rest in eternal peace, Herc. Until we meet again.
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