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Ursula Guidry Obituary

Ursula Crommie Guidry, M.D. 41, passed away Tuesday, April 3, 2007 in Oakland, CA. She completed undergraduate studies at Harvard University and medical studies at the University of California at SF Medical School. Her achievements included research with the Framingham Heart Study where she earned a masters degree in public health at the Harvard School of Public Health. She was a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology and a Cardiologist at Kaiser Permanente in Oakland. She was recognized in 2007 as one of the Top Doctors in the Bay Area. She is survived by her beloved and endearing husband, Dr. Michael Crommie; children, Joshua and Gabriel; and a host of family and friends. She was preceded in death by her mother, Ethelyn Guidry. Celebration of her life on Tuesday, April 10, 11am at the Kehilla Community Synagogue, 1300 Grand Ave., Piedmont, CA.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Apr. 7 to Apr. 8, 2007.

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Monique Guidry

January 28, 2022

Vicent,
Thank you for your recent message. Im missing my sister so much. The continued out pouring of love is beautiful. If you can connect with me through FB. I love to hear any stories you can share of her. I'd like to start writing them down for her sons.
Monique Guidry.

Vincent Easter

January 27, 2022

We were classmates at William P. Hobby Elementary School. We were probably in at least the 3rd grade (Mrs. McFarland's class) together. Even back then, I knew you were a unique individual, always into your studies. I'd never forgotten you. Even now, I was sad to hear about your passing in 2007, but reading the messages left by others, it was good to learn that you continued in your studies and had many great achievements. You were very gifted.

Marilyn Harryman

April 1, 2020

Lovely to remember a very special and important doctor. Yes, I credit her with helping my husband to make life changing decisions. He is still here ....I so wish she were!

January 23, 2015

I miss you Ursula...
Love your lil sis Monique

Cynthia Palmer

December 28, 2014

My precious friend Ursula,
I continue to love you and miss you with all my heart. I will always hold you near, on your birthday and at Christmas, but also every other day, too.
I love you.

Domonique Criddle

September 14, 2014

Hey auntie it has been over five year since your passing. I still look up to you and wish to follow in your footsteps. I'm in college now and wish to proceed in the medical field. When classes get tough I just think about you and realize I have your blood, so I continue. I love and miss you.

carryn Guidry

December 2, 2013

i love you

Monique

May 29, 2009

Dearest Ursula, Mike and my nephews,]
Its been two long years. And Ursula's spirit is truly missed. Not a day goes by that I don't think of Ursula and mom. May God bless you and keep you.
I Love you
Monique

Charles Carter

July 31, 2007

Ursula was in the regular lunch group I sat with. I remember how kind she was, and I am deeply saddened. I hope her children know how fine a person she was.
Jesse H. Jones -- Class of 1985

Monique Ledet

May 7, 2007

My dearest sister Ursula.
Its with lots of pain that I write this. You were and are my angel. You were the greatest big sister anyone could have. Today I am just now beginning to face the fact that God has his beautiful warrior princess as one of his mighty angels back. This and only this gives me peace. What you accomplished in life... not only in achievements but most of all as a great person who loved and really cherished others...most people can not do in a lifetime. Everyone...we all loved your spirit, your beauty, your never ending intellect and curiousity about life and people. Knowlege and Love are the greatest things God gives us.
As a doctor you truly are what a doctor is to be. One who cares, has compassion, and seeks to help and heal others. You went beyond these boundaries. I spoke to many of your patients that spoke about just how you made them feel...that they were important and you wanted to help them...and that each and everyone had your focus, just as you did friends, your loved ones, your neices and nephews. You were the greatest aunt.
To Joshua and Gabriel,you can rest assured that your mom lived her life to the fullest and loved God and love you so very much. Joshua and Gabriel you and your dad Mike were Ursula's world. My deepest sympathy to all of you.
Love, your aunt and sister
Monique (Guidry) Ledet

Psalm 23
A psalm of David.
1 The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.
2 He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters,
3 he restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
4 Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, [a]
I will fear no evil,for you are with me; your rod and your staff,
they comfort me.
5 You prepare a table before me
in the presence of my enemies.
You anoint my head with oil;
my cup overflows.
6 Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life,
and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.

Carolyn Guidry

May 4, 2007

Ursula welcomed me into her family with opened arms and love. She was kind and thoughful. I loved her and will always remember her.

Daddy

May 4, 2007

Ursula said ,I was the wind beneath her wings. Now,she is the angel that will guide all of us. I know she will!

CLIFFIC GUIDRY

May 3, 2007

URSULA YOU ARE AN INSPIRATION TO US ALL AND I WILL MISS OUR CONVERSATION AND YOUR ENCOURAGEMENT BUT KNOW THAT YOU ARE LOVED AND GOD HAS AN ANGEL WITH MANY TALENTS.MAY YOUR LIFE REMIND US OF GODS LOVE FOR US.LOVE YOUR BROTHER CLIFF

tim ferris

May 3, 2007

I send my deepest sympathies to Ursula's family. We learned medicine together on the wards of Mass General Hospital. Her ever present smile and calm confidence through long hours of work was a constant assurance of our chosen path.

Erika Guidry

May 1, 2007

Dear Sister,
You're greatly missed. I love you dearly and wished I could share one last day with you. Words can't express how I hurt, now that your gone. I think about you each and every minute. No matter how your life was going good or bad you continue to be strong. Your a wonderful and a strong spirited person. Your a PRECIOUS ANGEL, I am so blessed to have you as my sister. I LOVE YOU ALWAYS.....

Grace House

April 27, 2007

To the Family of Dr. Guidry...I met her once as her patient she impressed and inspired me so greatly Dr. Guidry changed the course of my life. I am so sorry for your lost. She was truly extraordinary.

Shirley Holt

April 24, 2007

Monique, my prayers are with you and your family >Just be strong for
your family and stay close to God.

Carol Ware Morehead

April 19, 2007

To the Entire Guidry family:

I met Ursula many years ago through her brother and my friend, Harold. Because of our friendship I was able to follow her progress for a short while. She was faithful to her ambitions and saw a number of them come to fruition. That is a tremendous blessing. She was a wonderful person effecting positive change in her life and the lives of countless others.

With sadness of her passing I extend heartfelt condolences to you, her family and friends.

Find your strength in God and in love.

Sincerely,

Jeffrey Alexis

April 18, 2007

We were very saddened to learn of Ursula's death. We were residents in internal medicine with Ursula and Jeffrey also went to college with Ursula. Our prayers go out to her family. Jeffrey Alexis and C. Mhorag Hay.

LIGE BRISBY

April 16, 2007

i am soo sad .she was a class mate of mine.soo kind and sweet.will give her last.she will be deeply missed a true falcon.

Aimee & Rubian Moss

April 12, 2007

Our hearts ache for the Crommie-Guidry family. We were lucky to know Urusula as she and Mike began the journey into parenthood. It was a very exciting time in all of our lives. We appreciated her warmth, sense of humor, and insight, and looked forward to occasionally comparing notes as our children grew up. We are deeply saddened for Joshua, Gabriel and Mike. All our love goes out to you at this terrible time.

Roberta Mason

April 12, 2007

To the Guidry Family:

I am deeply saddened to learn of the death of our beloved Ursula. Please accept my deepest sympathy.

Judy Wong

April 11, 2007

I was very saddened to hear about the loss of Ursula. We attended a young women's breast cancer support group, and I was always inspired by our talks. My heart goes out to her husband, children, and family. I know she will be greatly missed by many!

Vanessa Stefanelli

April 11, 2007

We are all better people for having known you. You will always be a great inspiration to every person that ever had the luck to have come across your path, even for a nano second.

Angela Williams

April 11, 2007

To Ursula's Husband, Children and Family,

May God keep you during this time. I knew Ursula while growing up. Our mothers were friends. My parents always loved the drive that Ursula had to acheive her dreams. My prayers and the prayers of my parents are with you today and always.

Joe, Claretha and Angela Williams

John Mamin

April 10, 2007

I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss. My heart goes out to Michael, the children and the Guidry family. Please know that you have friends everywhere whose thoughts are with you.

Kim Hoffman

April 10, 2007

I was so sad to see the obituary and the passing of Dr Guidry. I was a patient of hers and we immediately had a wonderful connection. I was impressed by her warmth and personal interest-something most Kaiser dr's don't seem to have time for. I felt like she was a friend, who just happened to be my dr. My prayers go out to her family at this time.

Sindhu Alexander

April 10, 2007

I had the privilege of knowing Ursula not just as a colleague at Kaiser but also as a wonderful human being. What struck me most about her was her kindness, compassion and ability to reach every person she came in contact with. She was an incredible person, an excellent cardiologist & a wonderful colleague that I will miss forever. As a mom with 2 young boys like her, I completely empathised with her on many occasions. My heart reaches out especially to Joshua & Gabriel. May the Lord of love & peace be with Ursula's family during this time of distress.

Linda Hagans-Georges

April 10, 2007

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God comfort you in your time of sorrow.

Ruth Ann Crawford

April 10, 2007

I, too,was a patient of Dr. Guidry's a few years ago. And though I met her only briefly, I was profoundly impressed and grateful for her kind, thoughtful, and thorough attention to my needs and was so thankful she was a part of the Kaiser family.Her loss is beyond words, and I am deeply saddened. May we all find comfort in having had the opportunity to know and appreciate she a wonderful human being. Prayers and love to all her family.

brenda moody Marsh

April 10, 2007

We the members of the Moody Family take this time to offer our prayer
to you and your family in the passing of Ursula we know that she will be greatly missed by her family, friend and co-workers. We take this time to let you that we understand your pain, but this to will pass.
Member of the Edna Moody Family.
Brenda Marsh
Walter Moody
Larry Moody
Patricia Moody
Flora Moody
Vivian Smith

Woody Sears

April 10, 2007

I know of Dr. Guidry only through the praises for the power of her personality and medicine and it's impact on the life of my friend, Mike Harryman. Consequently, I am a member of that large congregation that knows the immediacy of loss, even across great distances. Perhaps we will meet in that "better place" we all hope is out there!

Brenda Lewis

April 10, 2007

I am deeply sorry to hear of Dr.Guidry's passing. I was the Cardiology Lab Mgr. when she started working at Kaiser Oakland. She was a wonderful person. My prayers are with the families.

Joseph Abbott, MD

April 9, 2007

I worked with Dr. Guidry at Oakland Kaiser Clinics in the cardiology department. I will always remember her as a dedicated physician totally committed to the well being of her patients. She was a very likable and wonderful woman who I greatly respected and admired. Ursula was a role model for her gender and the African-American community. She is sorely missed but I know she, and her values, will live on in her wonderful children who she adored.

Ursula Hall

April 9, 2007

There are no adequate words at times like these... certainly none that I can pen... I hope to a least stir, in those to whom she was closest, feelings of light and love-- so many share my views: Ursula was one of the most humbly intelligent and warmly kind people ever to grace the earth. After your deepest mourning, may you live with zeal and joy in tribute to all of the best memories you have of her.

Ursula A. Hall
Jesse H. Jones Senior High, Class of 1983

Lawrence Moody

April 9, 2007

our thoughts and prayers are with the
family in this moment of time.

shirley murphy

April 9, 2007

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Kimberly (Haynes) Slaughter

April 9, 2007

My heart was saddened when I read this obituary. I remember Ursula to be a kind and smart young lady. I pray that the family she leaves behind finds comfort in God's words to bring you peace over this loss.
Jesse H. Jones Class of 1983

Mary Dupree

April 9, 2007

My prayers goes out to Ursula and her Family. I pray that God would will give you comfort and strength in this time of need.

Edgar Gilmore Jr.

April 9, 2007

I will remember Ursula as one of the brightest, and kindest people I've ever met. My heart, thoughts, and prayers go out to Ms. Guidry's Family. May God grant them strength and courage to live on, and the wisdom to remember and honor her legacy. Her light will be missed.

John & Yvette Cain

April 9, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Louis Besses IV

April 9, 2007

Our friends are like buttons on an elevator, they will either take you up or they will take you down. I'm grateful to say that Ursula, with her charming smile and wonderful peronality, TRULY lifted us up. She will be greatly missed! My prayers and thoughts go out to the family and loved ones. I pray that the Lord will comfort you, even in times like these.

Ava Johnson-Randle

April 9, 2007

My prayer go out to Ursula Family, and may God Keep and Bless you always in your time of loss.
Jesse H. Jones class of 84'.

Charlotte Mackey-Johnson

April 9, 2007

I did not know Ursula personnally but I also graduated from Jones High School in 1983, it is always sad to hear that a former classmate has passed away. My heart goes out to the family, you are in my prayers.

Dele Kammen

April 9, 2007

I am so saddened to hear about the loss of my friend and classmate
Ursula. She will truly be missed. My prayers and thoughts go out to
Michael, Joshua, Gabriel and Ursula's extended family. May the peace of God which transcends all understanding guard your hearts and your minds.

Walter Moody

April 8, 2007

The hearts and prayers go out to the Guidry and Crommie families from your cousins, the Moody family in Houston Tex.

Danica Barron

April 8, 2007

Dr. Guidry-
Thank you for teaching me to be a better doctor. You were tough on us, but you demanded excellence. You were a wonderful physician and a compassionate human being. I am honored to have met you. Thank you.

Robert Jordan

April 8, 2007

My heart goes out to Ursula's family. She was a very intelligent and talented doctor and devoted mother. We will truly miss her.

Raychelle Muhammad (Jordan)

April 8, 2007

My prayers go out to Ursula's family now and in the days ahead. She was an exemplary student and a fine person. Much love, Monique.

Jim Lansing

April 8, 2007

What a loss! As a friend of Michael and Marilyn Harryman, I am glad she was here on this earth long enough to take care of the people she nurtured to health. This is also a reminder of what we all know: that life isn't fair.

Raula Richardson(Jordan)

April 8, 2007

My heart goes out to Ursula's husband, kids and the Guidry family. Ursula graduated with my oldest sister and I knew Monique. God bless you in this time of difficulty.

Marilyn Harryman

April 8, 2007

We are profoundly saddened by the untimely death of Dr. Ursula Guidry who became my husband Michael's cardiologist barely 4 months ago after a life threatening incident. Her outward compassion and encouragement, far beyond any doctor we have ever encountered, became life changing support to effect the positive difference in his outlook, prognosis, and attitude. She thoughtfully revealed some of what she was personally going through to fight the cancer that might take her from the husband she loved and deeply respected, young children she adored, and a profession where she could make a major contribution. In her short lifetime she has touched many through the high level skills she acquired to save and change lives. She will be greatly missed and never forgotten by us.

Stacey Borders

April 8, 2007

I am truly saddened to hear about the loss of my classmate Ursula.
I realize now that we were more then classmates, we became a family. Even now united we stand.
The Falcon Family as always we are here when or however you need us.

My Deepest Condolences
Stacey Borders Williams
class of 1984

Pam Franklin

April 7, 2007

I'm so sorry. Your family is in my thoughts.
Mike, Ursula and the boys always made me look forward to my "tree house" visits.
With deepest sympathy,
Pam Franklin

ELLIOTT HARRIS

April 7, 2007

VERY SORRY TO HEAR THE LOSS OF ONE
OF MY CLASSMATES. MAY GOD BLESS ALL
FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF URSULA. WE LOVE YOU ELLIOTT (TRUCK) HARRIS C/O
84.

Arral Dunn-Hill C/O 84 Jesse H. Jones

April 7, 2007

I am deeply sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family at this time of need.
Miracles and Blessings!!!!

Susie Janow

April 7, 2007

My deepest condolences to the
Guidry family at this difficult time. May God continue to be with her family.

Erma Carey-Bay

April 7, 2007

I remember Ursula as a wonderful student, and it was a real joy to have her in my class when I was a teacher at the Windsor Village Elementary School Vanguard Program. I taught Monique, and I remember Ursula's parents as very supportive of and dedicated to their children. My thoughts and prayers are with Ursula's husband, children and all of her family at this time of great loss.

Richard Walker

April 7, 2007

I was a one-time patient of Ursula's, several years ago. She made a wonderful impression that remains many years later. I was stunned to read of her passing as I scanned the morning paper today. What a terrible loss.

Ramona Cain-Mack

April 7, 2007

My Heart and Prayers goes out to Ursula Guidry's Soul and to her Family. May God give them strength and courage to move forward and carry out the legacy of her Life.

Patrick Benson

April 6, 2007

To the family of Ursula Guidry, I pray that God's grace and peace will keep you during your time of sorrow. I can only imagine that there are not many words now that can ease your pain, but do know that through all of our difficult situations that God is still faithful.

Carlton and Kimberly (Agnew) Borders

April 6, 2007

To the Guidry Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. We attended Jesse H. Jones High School with Ursula. She was a bright, energetic, and sweet young lady who was destined for greatness. May the Lord bless and keep you in the days to come.

Bridget Broussard-Guidry Jesse H. Jones C/O 84

April 6, 2007

To the Guidry Family:
Weeping may endure for a night but joy comes in the morning. Absent from the body means present with the Lord. Trust God and take comfort in his Words.

Rosiland Jordan

April 6, 2007

I am devastated to learn that Ursula has left us and her family. She was one of my oldest friends, from the sixth grade right through junior high and high school and college -- people joked we couldn't shake each other! I remember when her youngest sibling was born -- we lived in the same Boston neighborhood in the late 90's -- her wedding was so lovely, and Michael was so proud to take her as his wife.

This is a real loss to everyone who knew Ursula. She was kind, brilliant, a good mom to her boys. I will miss her so much. My love to Michael, the boys, and the extended Guidry family.

joethella gipson

April 6, 2007

To the family of Ursula crommie Guidry, my sympathies and prayers are with you in your hour of need. We remember the San Jacinto, Sunshine Neighborhood Girl Scouts that Ursula and her family were apart of ; as her Junior leader i am deeply sadden by her passing. Mrs. J. Gipson

Terri Price (Harrell)

April 6, 2007

My prayers and heart goes out to the Guidry family. I remember Ursula from Jones High School as the "extremely" smart, big sister of my friend Monique. Everyone knew Ursula was destined to do great things, and I know she has. May God bless and keep your family strong through this trying time.

Cedric & Terri Melton

April 6, 2007

The family has our deepest sympathy and prayer. God Bless...

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