Irwin M. Bogarad, M.D.
February 15, 1929 ~ March 10, 2005
Irwin M. Bogarad, MD, 76, of Weirton died Thursday March 10, 2005 at the Weirton Medical Center. He was born February 15, 1929 in Cleveland, OH to Dr. Myer Bogarad and Mildred Wolfe Bogarad.
His family moved to Weirton in 1930, where he attended Edgewood Grade School and graduated from Follansbee High School in 1947. In 1950, he received his A.B. Degree from West Virginia University; afterwards attending the WVU Medical Program for three years and graduating with his Medical Degree in 1954 from Virginia Medical School in Richmond, VA. His internship was served at E.J. Myer Memorial Hospital and Buffalo Medical School in Buffalo, N.Y. He completed his residency in internal medicine at Montefiore Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA.
Dr. Bogarad was in private practice in Weirton from June to October 1956 before serving at the US Naval Hospital in Portsmouth, VA. He resigned his Naval commission of Lieutenant Commander and took up residency at Lahey Clinic of Boston, MA, specializing in Internal Medicine.
In October, 1960, he moved back to Weirton and re-opened his office in the practice of Internal Medicine until his recent retirement.
Dr. Bogarad was a member of the Temple Beth Israel in Steubenville, OH and the Beth Shalom in Squirrel Hill, PA.
In addition to his parents, Dr. Bogarad was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Green Bogarad on November 15, 1997 and his brother, Martin Bogarad, Esq. on June 5, 1983.
Dr. Bogarad’s survivors include his son Gary and his wife Susan of Charlotte, NC; daughters, Attorney Sharon N. Bogarad and her husband Ronald Kinney of Weirton, Randy Bogarad-Selbe and her husband Bryan of Charleston, WV; his brother, Dr. Allen Bogarad of Jerusalem, Israel and three grandchildren, Casey and Elliott Bogarad and Andrew Selbe.
Friends will be received Sunday from 1-3 & 6-9 PM at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home 3219 Main Street, Weirton, WV where additional visitation will be 11AM until time of services at 12 Noon Monday.
Rabbi Stephen Steindel will preside.
Interment will follow at the B’nai Israel Cemetery, Steubenville, OH.
Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to the Hadassah University Hospital, Kiryat Hadassah or to the Irwin M. Bogarad, M.D., Memorial Scholarship Fund c/o Brooke County Schools Education Foundation, 1334 Main Street, Follansbee, WV 26037.
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Sharon,Randy & Gary: I note to express my sincere sorrow in the loss of your father. I am so grateful I spoke with him during the past few weeks. As you are aware, he was a good and decent man who wore his hats well…he was a respectful son, a loving brother, a devoted husband and father, a brilliant, dedicated physician, & a proud grandfather. He loved you children and was very proud of how loving and protective your mother was of you children… When I spoke with him recently I inquired about “the children”….his reply…”Annetta, I have wonderful children…you know,they were given much while they were growing up…it’s wonderful to see them give back so much today.” He often talked about how much he missed your mom, her infectious laughter, and her zest for life…she was his compliment. He expressed happiness that his three children were happily married…and oftentimes shared stories about growing up with his brothers..i.e., camping trips with “Mishka” (sp). He was grateful for his recent visit to Israel and the time spent with Alan..he said “He (Alan) was gracious enough to drop me off at the door… so that I didn’t have to walk so far”. He looked forward to the time spent with Shaon during the weekly trips to Synagogue in Pittsburgh, and said that Randy just “glowed” at her wedding. Whenever I inquired about Gary he would mention the grandchildren and say… “Gary and his family are doing well.” He was a man at peace & grateful with what life had afforded him…During one of our last conversations he said he had had a wonderful life. Anyone who knew him recognized his love for his wife and family. He loved the practice of medicine and never tired of gaining knowledge. He left an indelible mark on my life…he was my friend, he and your mom were kind to John & me. I will miss him…I will miss hearing him call me “Fernetta”…
Sharon,Randy, Frank & I would like to extend Our deepest sympathy for the loss of your beloved father.He was a very remarkable & generous person. He was always good to our class of 1947. We will all miss him, as I know that the three of you will. He loved all of you so much and had high praise for the three of you. Frank & Dora Notni
Sharon, Randy and Gary I am so sorry for your loss and want to send condolences to the family on behalf of my mother, myself and my family. Rick Ridgway
To The Bogarad Family: All of you have our deepest sympathy. I (Joe) have fond memories as a child playing by Kings Creek and watching your dad work with the horses and in his yard. He was always kind to us kids never running us off. I have great respect for him and the hard work I always saw him doing. I know he was a private person but, he always smiled and waived as I would drive by as he worked in his yard. I will miss him You have our prayers. Love Joe & Amy
Sharon, Randy & Gary It is with our deepest sympathy for the loss of your father. I admired him greatly and respected him tremendously. Our thoughts are with you all. Respectfully, Sondra and Ray Brokaw
Dear Sharon & family, Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time of loss. Our community will surely miss another great professional leader, your father. Take care and again our deepest sympathy. Love, Cheryl & Bruce
Dear Sharon & family You have our deepest sympathy. Your Dad was a fine man. He was kind, considerate, and a pleasure to work with. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Respectfully, Jim and Kaye Dowdy
Sharon, Randy and Gary, I want to express my deepest sympathy to all of you, during this difficult time. I know that there is nothing that I can say to make things easier. Nonetheless I will always remember what a kind, friendly man your father was. He always had a way of making a person feel special and welcome. God Bless you all. Jim, Beverly and Rachel
With our deepest sympathy Marge & Tom Yenchochic Margaret Ann Realty
Dear Sharon, Randy and Gary, I am deeply sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. I will always have fond memories of him, his unique sense of humor and his gentle nature. I will be thinking of all of you and your families. Sympathy and love, Gary Varney
Dear Sharon, My family and I are sending our deepest condolences for the loss of your father. May his soul rest in peace. He was a good man and a great doctor. Deepest sympathy, Donna and family (classmate)
Dear Sharon,Gary, and Randy, I heard the news about your Dad and was deeply saddened to hear of his passing. Although I have not been in Weirton for many years, the Nach relationship with your family was a close one especially because of my parents, Ralph and Dora’s affiliation with the Synagogue in Weirton. Please accept my deep and heartfelt sympathy at this time. Sincerely, Ted
You took care of my grandparents. Thank You can’t do justice to a kind heart.
You took care of my grandparents. Thank You can’t do justice to a kind heart.