Obituaries

Just found out the sad news. Mike was one of the first people I met when I was a terrified freshman at Georgetown, and he welcomed me into the Chess Club. He reawakened my interest in science and ironically convinced me to switch from linguistics to pre-med, which in those days meant I had to leave Georgetown (which did not let women into the College of Arts and Sciences) and go to GWU, so we lost contact. Mike’s love for literature and music gave the lie to the idea that scientists had to be “geeks” who looked down on the humanities. We had seasons’ tickets to the symphony and took Paul Hume’s opera class together. I still think of him when I hear “The Moldau” to which he introduced me. So many beautiful memories of happy times, long philosophical talks (and arguments!), and walks down M Street to play chess with his Armenian friend “Mr. Pech” who had a store there. I have followed his career and achievements with delight—he truly fulfilled our hopes for him. I searched his name tonight and was hoping to see yet another highlight and instead found his obituary. The numbness is dissolving into pain so I will have to close, but please know that I am grieving along with you and simultaneously rejoicing in a life well-lived. May we all meet again in Joy.

Just found out the sad news. Mike was one of the first people I met when I was a terrified freshman at Georgetown, and he welcomed me into the Chess Club. He reawakened my interest in science and ironically convinced me to switch from linguistics to pre-med, which in those days meant I had to leave Georgetown (which did not let women into the College of Arts and Sciences) and go to GWU, so we lost contact. Mike’s love for literature and music gave the lie to the idea that scientists had to be “geeks” who looked down on the humanities. We had seasons’ tickets to the symphony and took Paul Hume’s opera class together. I still think of him when I hear “The Moldau” to which he introduced me. So many beautiful memories of happy times, long philosophical talks (and arguments!), and walks down M Street to play chess with his Armenian friend “Mr. Pech” who had a store there. I have followed his career and achievements with delight—he truly fulfilled our hopes for him. I searched his name tonight and was hoping to see yet another highlight and instead found his obituary. The numbness is dissolving into pain so I will have to close, but please know that I am grieving along with you and simultaneously rejoicing in a life well-lived. May we all meet again in Joy.

Mickey was a wonderful and kind classmate while we were in high school together in Seymour. It was great to see him at our last class reunion in Naugatuck two years ago. My sincerest condolences to the entire Deren family. Sincerely, Alan

Richard and I offer our sincere Sympathy to the Deren/Javier family. Donna and I are classmates from St. Raphael's Nursing School and my husband Richard a lifelong Seymourite. May he rest in the Peace of the Lord.

Mike was a Hartford Hospital surgical residency surgeon. He like his friend,Tony Toledo,MD moved on to practice in New London maintaining and setting a standard of excellency and leadership well recognized throughout Connecticut. As a surgeon trained as they were in general surgery at the Hartford Hospital I am proud to say we share that pedigree. I realize Mike was much more than a surgeon. And his influence for the betterment of his community lives on. A life well spent, I salute you, Miecrylow Deren, MD.

AnnMarie, So sorry for the loss of Dr. Deren. He was a wonderful man and an extraordinary doctor. Heaven has received another angel. My deepest sympathy to you. Toni Grillo

AnnMarie, So sorry for the loss of Dr. Deren. He was a wonderful man and an extraordinary doctor. Heaven has received another angel. My deepest sympathy to you. Toni Grillo

He will be missed. Organized medicine lost one of its leaders. RIP Mike

He will be missed. Organized medicine lost one of its leaders. RIP Mike Edmond B. Cabbabe, M.D., FACS Adjunct Professor of Surgery, St Louis University School of Medicine Member, the American Medical Association Council on Long Range Planning and Development Chairman, Missouri Delegation at the AMA House of Delegates Board Member, Missouri State Medical Foundation Board Member, the St. Louis Zoo Association Home: (314)878-5362 Office: (314) 842-5885 Fax: (314) 842-7792 Web: www.stl-psc.com

Mike and I were friends at the AMA for many years and on the constitution and bylaws committee. We also were editors of our respective medical studies. We were close friends and I communicated by telephone and email since we were separated by distance, my being in Tennessee and him in Connecticut. He was one of the most sincere, happy and active Man I ever knew and Sharon and I will miss him. We saying prayers and condolences to his family. David and Sharon Gerkin

I am very sorry to learn of Mike's passing. He was always a bright light at the AMA. I had the pleasure of knowing him as a member of the Council on Constitution and Bylaws. His beautiful smile and jovial way will truly be missed. My love to Mike's family.

This is very sad news. Mike was a great man and leader. A teacher and a friend who truly cared about his patients. He made many, many efforts in all spheres of Medicine. Deepest sympathies to his family. We will miss his smile and fabulous work effort and caring attitude.