07/14/2026
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RE: The Passing of Enoch Mixon, DPM
Dr. Enoch Mixon, a lifelong resident of Washington, DC, passed away peacefully at his home in Washington, DC, on July 8, 2026, at the age of 101. He graduated from the Temple University School of Chiropody in 1959. He had a thriving private practice in podiatry in Washington, DC for 30 years. His commitment to his profession also included serving on the District of Columbia Board of Podiatric Medical Examiners for thirteen years.
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Dr. Enoch Mixon |
Dr. Mixon was a charter member of the National Podiatric Medical Association, a lifetime member of the Academy of Ambulatory Foot and Ankle Surgery, the American Podiatric Medical Association, and the District of Columbia Podiatric Medical Association. During his career, he was instrumental in training numerous podiatric residents at the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Washington, DC.
07/10/2026
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RE: The Passing of James R. Hegarty, III, DPM
James R. Hegarty, III, 71 of Berkeley Township, passed from this life peacefully at his home on Sunday, July 5, 2026. He was a podiatrist and the owner and operator of Cliffside Footcare in Cliffside Park, New Jersey.
He was an avid reader, loved history, and was a simple man who enjoyed keeping active with his spouse and dogs. He will be missed greatly by all who knew him.
Source: Ryan Funeral Home
07/09/2026
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I was also sorry to hear about the passing of Dr. Kay Hara. He was one of the early doers promoting podiatry in California when I was a student at OCPM over 60 years ago. The profession will miss him and so will I.
Steven Berlin, DPM
07/09/2026
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RE: The Passing of Craig Owen Jacobs, DPM
It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Craig Owen Jacobs, 74, on July 4th, 2026.
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Dr. Craig Jacobs |
He attended the Illinois College of Podiatric Medicine, receiving the Most Proficient in Podiatric Surgery Award upon graduation.
Source: Legacy.com
07/08/2026
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RE: The Passing of Thomas Martin Sullivan, DPM
Thomas M. Sullivan, DPM, Age 97, of Oshkosh died Friday, July 3 at Aurora Medical Center. Tom served in the medical department in the U. S. Army from 1950 to 1952 with the 397th Evacuation Hospital Semimobile.
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Dr. Thomas Sullivan |
Tom graduated from the Illinois College of Podiatric Medicine in Chicago in 1954 and practiced in Detroit, Michigan and Wauwatosa, Wisconsin before retiring in 1990. Tom was a life member of the American Podiatric Medical Association as well as the Wisconsin Society of Podiatric medicine.
Source: Konrad-Behlman Funeral Homes
07/06/2026
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RE: The Passing of Kay Satoshi Hara, DPM
Kay Satoshi Hara, DPM, 88, of Santa Paula, passed away at his home on Saturday, June 27, 2026. He was a U.S. Army Veteran serving in Panama.
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Dr. Kay Hara |
Dr. Hara was a podiatrist for over 50 years with his office in Santa Paula, CA.
Source: Ventura County Star [7/2/16]
07/04/2026
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RE: The Passing of E Ronald Wright, PhD
Dr. E Ronald Wright passed away peacefully at the age of 86 on June 27, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Ron leaves behind a remarkable legacy that will continue to live on through the thousands of students he taught, the nurses, physicians, and podiatrists he mentored, and the family and friends who loved him dearly.
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Dr. E Ronald Wright |
He received his PhD in microbiology from Purdue University in 1970. Following graduate school, Dr. Wright served as Assistant Dean of Pre-Clinical Education at Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine, where he helped shape the education and careers of countless podiatric physicians.
Source: Legacy.com
07/01/2026
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RE: The Passing of Anthony N. Acello, DPM
The Central New Jersey medical community and the residents of Middlesex County are mourning the sudden passing of Anthony N. Acello, DPM, a highly respected podiatric surgeon who served the region for more than three decades. Dr. Acello passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 27, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of clinical excellence, compassion, and unwavering dedication to his patients.
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Dr. Anthony Acello |
As the founder and primary practitioner of Edison Foot & Ankle Care, Dr. Acello was a cornerstone of the local healthcare community, known for his gentle bedside manner, exceptional surgical skill, and commitment to improving the quality of life for thousands of patients throughout Central New Jersey.
Source: Today News [6/29/26]
06/25/2026
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RE: The Passing of William Friedman, DPM
Dr. William (Bill) Friedman passed away peacefully on June 16, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. Born in Brooklyn, New York, in 1933, his journey took him from an adoption at age six to a life defined by quiet strength, a sense of adventure, and deep dedication to his family, his country, and his patients.
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Dr. William Friedman |
Bill knew early on that his calling was to become a podiatrist. Before fulfilling that dream, he honorably served his country as a Hospital Corpsman in the United States Navy from 1953 to 1957. Following his military service, he went on to graduate as Co-Valedictorian from the California College of Podiatric Medicine in San Francisco in 1963.
Source: Sinai Mortuary
06/24/2026
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RE: The Passing of Tommy Lee Cranford, DPM
Tommy Lee Cranford, 75, a native of McComb, Mississippi and resident of Denham Springs, Louisiana, passed away peacefully May 9, 2026. Tommy, affectionately known as "Pops" to his grandchildren, was a graduate of the William M. Scholl School of Podiatric Medicine where he gained his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine Degree.
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Dr. Tommy Lee Cranford |
He maintained a practice in podiatric medicine for some time and later worked for the Department of Environmental Quality for 23 years. He loved to fish, work in his yard, and mainly spend time with his family, especially getting together to boil crawfish or fry fish.
Source: Seale Funeral Home
06/23/2026
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RE: The Passing of Phillip Recoon, DPM
Phillip Recoon, a longtime podiatrist in the Buffalo area, passed away peacefully at his home in Florida on March 19 with his devoted wife Laura by his side. He was 90 years old. Dr. Recoon graduated from the the New York College of Podiatric Medicine.
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Dr. Phillip Recoon |
After graduating, he returned to Buffalo, where he opened a podiatry practice in Amherst and treated patients for over 40 years.
Source: Mesnekoff Funeral Home
06/19/2026
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RE: The Passing of David Eric Condon, DPM
Dr. David Eric Condon (68 years) died Friday April 3, 2026, in the comfort of his home and with the love and care of his cousin, Jeff Peterson. He graduated from the University of California, Davis, then attended California College of Podiatric Medicine in San Francisco where he earned a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree.
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Dr. David Condon |
After an early career at El Camino Hospital in the Bay Area, Dave established a podiatry practice in Truckee, California. For 32 years, he successfully led that practice, serving thousands of patients in the greater Tahoe Basin. He also opened a second office in Incline Village. Dave considered his medical practice to be his greatest accomplishment in life.
Source: Tahoe Daily Tribune [6/12/26]
06/18/2026
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RE: The Passing of Irvin Orel, DPM
Dr. Irvin Orel, age 101, of Voorhees NJ, formerly of Lebanon, PA passed away on June 14, 2026. He was a Navy veteran of World War II and served in the Pacific Theater of operations. Dr. Orel graduated from the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine.
He practiced podiatry in Lebanon, PA for thirty-eight years. He was a member of the Pennsylvania and the American Podiatric Medical Associations.
Source: Legacy.com by Platt Memorial Chapels, Inc. [6/14/26]
06/17/2026
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RE: The Passing of Joseph I. Seder, DPM
Joseph Seder, DPM, the second Jewish doctor hired at the Cleveland Clinic in the 1960s, recently passed away at the age of 90. A dedicated and pioneering physician, he founded the Department of Podiatry at the Cleveland Clinic, leaving a lasting legacy in the medical community.
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Dr. Joseph Seder |
A proud graduate of the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine (OCPM), Dr. Seder served as past President of the Ohio Podiatric Medical Association and the OCPM Alumni Association. An avid reader, world traveler, antique collector, and a life member and volunteer of the National Council of Jewish Women, Joseph was a man of many talents and tastes. He loved Cleveland sports, especially baseball and basketball, and was known for his great sense of humor and quick wit.
Source: Dignity Memorial
06/15/2026
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RE: The Passing of Ralph Y. Lathrop, DPM
Ralph Y. Lathrop, DPM, 84, passed away on April 5, 2026. He graduated from the Illinois College of Podiatric Medicine and devoted more than five decades caring for others in his community as a podiatrist. Ralph lived life to the fullest, embracing it with a style all his own.
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Dr. Ralph Lathrop |
He was a faithful Christian who loved his family and friends dearly and believed deeply in the importance of loving yourself and showing kindness to others.
Source: Hometown Register [6/11/26]
06/12/2026
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RE: The Passing of Ronald Lowe, DPM
Ron was a 1972 graduate of the Illinois College of Podiatric Medicine, where he was a Magma Cum Laude graduate. He comes from a family of physicians, where his father and two brothers were medical doctors. He passed on 6/09/26 after a short illness in the hospital in Memphis.
Ron was a wonderful podiatrist with an infectious sense of humor who loved people and routine podiatric care. He worked at the Memphis VA for many years, and before that was in private practice in the Houston area. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Bonnie, and numerous nieces and nephews. Rest in Peace my dear friend.
Harold W. Vogler, DPM, Sarasota, FL
06/02/2026
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RE: The Passing of Darall J. Moore, DPM
Darall J. Moore, DPM, 71, was granted his angel wings on May 9, 2026. Dr. Moore spent his life as a dedicated podiatrist in the local community. The years at his family practice with his late wife, Regina, were extremely fulfilling.
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Dr. Darall Moore |
A lifelong resident of St. Petersburg, Dr. Moore took great pride in serving and uplifting the community that shaped him, building lasting relationships and touching generations of families through both his profession and personal kindness.
Source: Legacy.com
05/29/2026
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RE: The Passing of David M. Ellis, DPM
David M. Ellis, DPM, age 75, died on Monday, May 25, 2026 at his home of more than 40 years in Zanesville, Ohio from complications of Parkinson's disease dementia. Dave was a graduate of the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine in Cleveland. Dave eventually returned to Zanesville and established his own practice, serving the communities of both his hometown and Cambridge for over 35 years until illness forced his retirement.
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Dr. David Ellis |
Dave served on the boards of the Zanesville Concert Association and the Zanesville Museum of Art, and also as president of the Zanesville Country Club. The ZCC golf course became his second home, a place where he found solace, friendship and three club championships. He had three holes in one during his playing days and in 2022 was inducted into the ZDGA Hall of Fame.
Source: Zanesville Times Recorder [5/27/26]
05/28/2026
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RE: The Passing of Marchelle L. Suppan, DPM
Dr. Marchelle L. Suppan of Orrville passed away Sunday, May 24, 2026 at the age of 71 after a long and courageous battle with brain cancer. Shellee was a 1980 graduate of the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine and completed a two year surgical residency program at Toledo Riverside Hospital. Shellee along with her father Ray Suppan, DPM, Sr. have trained hundreds of podiatric residents over the years at Dunlap Hospital in Orrville.
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Dr. Marchelle Suppan |
Shellee was the first female president of the Ohio Foot & Ankle Medical Association and she opened the door for many other female presidents who followed in her foot steps. After her retirement from podiatry, Shellee became the President and CEO of the Aultman Medical Group. In 2018, Shellee was inducted into the Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine Hall of Fame.
Richard Hofacker, DPM, Akron, OH
05/20/2026
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RE: The Passing of Robert C. Purdy, DPM
Robert “Bob” or “Rocky” Purdy to his folks, 84, was a dedicated and well respected podiatrist in the Maumee and Toledo, Ohio area until the time of his retirement. He went on to run numerous business ventures after that and was a longtime proud member of The Rotary Club.
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Dr. Robert Purdy |
Professionally, Bob’s journey started at Ohio College of Medicine after 2 years of undergrad at University of Louisville. He interned in Youngstown, OH and proceeded to open a podiatry practice for 3 years before joining a group practice in Paducah, KY. He then moved to Maumee, OH and started a solo practice before opening a practice in Toledo, OH.
Source: Jones Kenney Zechman Funeral Home
05/18/2026
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RE: The Passing of Stephen J. Ferro, DPM
Dr. Stephen J. Ferro, 84, of Topeka, passed from this life on the evening of Thursday, May 7, 2026, at his beloved and long-time home on Lake Sherwood, surrounded by family who loved him deeply. He graduated from University High School in 1959, earned his degree from Long Beach State University, and received his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from the School of Podiatric Medicine in San Francisco. From 1964 to 1966, he served his country honorably in the United States Army as a medical technician.
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Dr. Stephen Ferro |
In 1978, Dr. Ferro was hand-selected to establish a Podiatry Department for the VA Hospital in Topeka, KS. As a veteran himself, he dedicated his thirty-five-year career to caring for his fellow veterans. He retired in 2013.
Source: Dove Funeral Home
05/06/2026
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RE: The Passing of Gary Royce Ridge, DPM
Gary Royce Ridge, 79, passed away on April 27, 2026. He earned his doctorate in podiatric medicine at the California College of Podiatric Medicine in San Francisco, CA, where he earned his degree in podiatry. He then did a residency at Good Samaritan Hospital in Anaheim, CA.
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Dr. Gary Ridge |
Following his training, Gary practiced foot and ankle surgery as a podiatrist in Orem, Utah and was board certified. He was respected for his skill, his steady manner, and the care he gave to those he served. Through his work, he brought relief, mobility, and hope to countless people.
Source: Herald Extra [5/4/26]
05/01/2026
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My deepest condolences to Dr. Gerry Gorecki, my past Director at the West Haven VA Hospital Podiatric Residency program, and still serving with the Yale New Haven Hospital Podiatric Residency program, on the passing of his brother Richard. I had the pleasure of working with Richard in the past years, both at the West Haven VA during my residency, and in his office in Madison, CT. Richard was dedicated to his practice and the VA Hospital.
R.I.P. Richard and thank you for leaving your accomplishments in our profession.
Glenn C. Vitale, DPM, West Haven, CT
04/29/2026
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RE: The Passing of Ernest Lee Mollohan, DPM, DO
Dr. Ernest Lee Mollohan, 77, of Tuscumbia, Alabama, beloved husband, father, grandfather, dedicated physician, and Vietnam veteran passed away on April 25, 2026. Ernie was a proud Marine and served in Vietnam, where he was awarded the Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Palm, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, National Defense Medal, and Good Conduct Medal.
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Dr. Ernest Mollohan |
He was a 1983 graduate of Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine and a 1994 graduate of A.T. Still University in Kirksville, MO, where he earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. After completing his medical training, he rejoined the military as an Army physician and served on base in Germany for a short time in the 1990s.
Source: Morrison Funeral Home
04/28/2026
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RE: The Passing of Richard Thomas Gorecki, DPM
Richard Thomas Gorecki, lovingly known as “Ricky from Chicago”, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2026, at the age of 76, following a courageous battle with cancer.
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Dr. Richard Gorecki |
Rick practiced podiatry in Madison for over 40 years, building his own practice. He also spent many years working at the VA Hospital, where he took great pride in caring for veterans. In addition to his medical career, he proudly served his country in the United States Navy Reserves for 30 years, retiring with the rank of Commander.
Source: Swan Funeral Home
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