Obituary for Irma (Czinky) Fattal (Johnson) (Guest book)

Message from Charlene Moore

November 1, 2015 4:57 AM

I am saddened to learn that Dr. Fattal has passed. As a former patient of hers many many years ago I have never forgotten her nor will I ever. She was a wonderful person and I feel blessed for have known her. She was always so kind, gentle and understanding and went out of her way to help my family and myself. This world is a better place cause she was part of it. May God Bless her family at this most difficult time.

Message from Joanna Zizzi

October 3, 2015 3:41 PM

To all her family,
I am very saddened the world lost this angel. I was one of her patients, she meant so much to me. While I was struggling to get my life back on track, she was so inspirational, and loving. When I went back to college, she paid for one semester of my Veterinary Science books, and
Lab supplies. ( I had to promise I wouldn't tell anyone.) I will never forget her. How wonderful it must have been to have her in your life. I am so very sorry for your loss.
RIP Sweet Angel.

Message from Sam Olmstead

October 3, 2015 10:28 AM

I am grateful to have known and worked with Irma for a number of years . What a spirit of kindness and joy she was. She gave a wonderful example of how to treat other people as aclinician and fellow traveler in the world.

Message from Sam Olmstead

October 3, 2015 10:27 AM

I am grateful to have known and worked with Irma for a number of years . What a spirit of kindness and joy she was. She gave a wonderful example of how to treat other people as aclinician and fellow traveler in the world.

Message from Sam Olmstead

October 3, 2015 10:27 AM

I am grateful to have known and worked with Irma for a number of years . What a spirit of kindness and joy she was. She gave a wonderful example of how to treat other people as aclinician and fellow traveler in the world.

A candle was lit by Sam Olmstead on October 3, 2015 10:20 AM

Message from Dr. Matthew D'Ortona

October 2, 2015 10:43 PM

The community has lost a wonder woman & a wonderful doctor. I first met and worked with Irma at UHS in the Outpatient Mental Health Clinic in 1995. I was green, fresh out of grad school and newly licensed. Irma taught me more about the power of connecting and being real with patients than grad school ever did. Her love for mischief needed little encouragement, and her vocal distaste for "silly paperwork" always made me laugh. I will fondly remember having Gary & Irma over for dinner multiple times, and enjoying with them wonderfully rare Sam Adams Triple Bock beer (that only Irma seemed to be able to track down)! May she rest in peace and may God bring Gary and her family comfort.

Message from William Connor

October 1, 2015 10:13 AM

I remember Irma and Gary from Binghamton Psychiatric Center days in the 70's, always positive and friendly, very patient-oriented, intelligent conversations, open to new ideas. Both made important contributions.

Message from Kim Vrabel Paixao

September 29, 2015 9:18 PM

Corrinne, I am so very sorry for your loss. May all of your beautiful memories of your Mother, comfort you during this difficult time.
Kim Vorobel Paixao

Message from The Caro Family

September 21, 2015 8:46 PM

Dr. J,
Please know the entire family sends you positive energy at this time of great loss.
May you find peace in memories of your life shared with Irma.

Message from Kathy Allen

September 16, 2015 10:52 PM

I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Irma only as a customer at the Goldsmith and she was a delight, always someone I looked forward to seeing. I remember one time she brought in this giant oak leaf she had found and she wanted me to give it to Gina. I carried it away on a buying trip and presented it to Gina. And she was always bringing in books for Mick (Gina's husband) ti read. She always had wonderful stories of her travels and just a love of other human beings. I will miss her, she was loved!

Message from Richard Bulger

September 14, 2015 11:03 AM

Corinne, Mike & family,
So sorry to learn of the loss of your Mother. What an amazing woman! I so wish my daughters could have me her. Sincere condolences..

A candle was lit by Richard Bulger on September 14, 2015 10:55 AM

Message from Dr. Clifford Ehmke

September 13, 2015 5:30 PM

Irma was my teacher and friend while a medical student at the Clinical Campus of SUNY Upstate and yet again years later when I returned to the Binghamton area to practice medicine. She was the kind of doctor I've always aspired to be. What a unique and terrific person. She will be missed.

Message from Randy Perkins

September 4, 2015 9:59 PM

We are so grateful for the love and companionship that Irma provided to Gary for so long. Irma was a great person, never to be forgotten by anyone who knew her.

Message from Ken Cohen

August 31, 2015 12:39 PM

Peter - Sorry to learn of your mother's death. While it's been a very long time, I remember her fondly. Please extend my condolences to the rest of your family.

Message from Minnie Hemphill

August 31, 2015 10:31 AM

Nora, Corrine and Peter, I am sorry for loss of your mother. It is never easy to deal with the loss of a loved one, especially a mother. Our Heavenly Father gives us the strength to cope. He alone is the Hearer of prayer, and is never too busy to hear each of us. Reflecting on your warm and precious memories of Mrs. Irma will soothe your hearts as well.

A candle was lit by Steve & Erika Gennarelli on August 31, 2015 8:27 AM

A candle was lit by Antoinette Jafri on August 26, 2015 11:08 PM

Message from Jennifer

August 24, 2015 9:14 PM

Corinne, I'm sorry for your loss. I've always enjoyed the stories you've shared about your mom. I wish I had a chance to get to know her. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Jennifer

Message from Jennifer Breese

August 24, 2015 9:06 PM

Corinne, I've always loved the stories you've told me about your mom. I wish I had the chance to get to know her. I'm sorry for your loss.You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Jennifer

Message from Ani DiFazio

August 24, 2015 5:21 PM

To my dear Auntie (for you will always be Auntie, regardless of how old I might become) Irma: As a child, you always seemed to me larger than life, a sort of glowing person, graceful and lovely. As I grew, I also witnessed how full of life you were and how you always unerringly seemed to know the very best life had to offer. You had extraordinary tenacity, determination, and resilience. You always loved music, the arts, and, above all, human contact and understanding. You loved intelligence and knowledge. I always felt loved by you and I loved that you called me "munchkin" – your pet name for me since I was a very little child – as recently as a few months ago. We have all benefited from knowing you. I will miss you. My love and thoughts go to your children, grandchildren, and husband. Godspeed, Auntie.

Message from Deland, Florida

August 24, 2015 4:16 PM

Thank-you, Irma for your presence in so many lives. You were/are a lover of nature and animals not to mention the people that were touched by your life. May your legacy continue through family and friends.

Message from Linda

August 24, 2015 9:46 AM

My dearest Irma. I guess we will never get to Europe together. It would have been the best of times with you. I moved back to NYC in September and knew I would miss you and our great conversations when I would see you at Lourdes. Your compassion, intelligence, and sense of humor always made me smile. How you loved life made me appreciate my life even more. I will never forget you. You were one of my favorite people. Rest well my friend. It's your time to fly with the Angels.

Message from George and Marion Rejebian and Family

August 23, 2015 3:42 PM

Dear Corrinne,Nora,Peter and Families,
Our deepest condolences to you on the loss of your Mom. She was a dear friend and compassionate human being who will be missed by all of us.
May God rest her soul.

Message from Timothy Baradet

August 23, 2015 1:20 PM

So sorry to hear about your Mom, she was a really great lady. I also had the opportunity to have long conversation with Garabed about my pathology research shortly before he died. My best to all of you & your families...Tim

Message from Timothy Baradet

August 23, 2015 12:58 PM

So sorry to hear about your Mom, she was a great lady. I also had the opportunity to have a long talk with Garabed before he passed. I came to a church dinner and we discussed my work with digital pathology. All my best to you & our families....Tim

Message from Rosanne Potter

August 23, 2015 12:57 PM

My deepest sympathies to the family of Dr Fattal - Johnson. I was so sorry to hear of her loss. I used to see her on K3 at Binghamton General Hospital, when she would come to work with medical students. She always had a ready smile and was so warrm.. I ran into her at a local restaurant a few months ago, and we talked for a bit. I will miss the twinkle in her eyes and her genuine love of people.

A candle was lit by Timothy Baradetsix on August 23, 2015 12:54 PM

Message from Molly Keeler

August 22, 2015 5:57 PM

Nora, my sympathies...

Message from Riverow Bookshop

August 22, 2015 5:49 PM

We are thankful for Irma's love of knowledge, reading and books. One time, we were able to deliver her book order and viewed her wonderful garden. It was always so nice to see her face or hear her voice on the phone. Our condolences to the family.

Message from Binghamton, NY

August 22, 2015 9:07 AM

Corinne, Dr. Farrell and family- Wishing you peace at this very sad time, sending our love and prayers to help you through the days ahead. The Keefe Family

Message from Dr.Arthur & Ruth Levy

August 21, 2015 6:16 PM

Please accept our sincere condolences. Ruth & Arthur Levy

Message from The Coney Family

August 21, 2015 5:11 PM

We became acquainted with Dr Irma Fattal in a professional setting almost 20 years ago, and though we have not had occasion to see her in many years, she has never been forgotten. She gave 110% to helping our entire "young little family" as she referred to us, and permanently imprinted a certain something on us that has obviously endured.

She always had a certain cheerful pizzazz in her bedside manner, that was both comforting and hopeful. She encouraged in us a determination that nothing was ever beyond repair or impossible. She reminded us that dawn will always come, and that even unpleasant times will also pass.

She made a difference in people's lives. She made a difference in our family. She will always be remembered and missed. For the bereaved- You have our deepest sympathies and we thank you for how generously you shared Irma with the world!

A candle was lit by Joseph Dold on August 21, 2015 4:29 PM

A candle was lit by Elizabeth Lona-Dold Gevert on August 21, 2015 4:13 PM

Message from S & M Saracino

August 21, 2015 4:12 PM

In a special moment a number of years, we met Irma and will cherish the memories that she created. Our heartfelt wishes and thoughts to Dr. Johnson and all her family.

Message from Elizabeth Lona-Dold Gevert

August 21, 2015 4:07 PM

I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Dr. Irma Fattal. She was a wonderful person and a great Doctor. I am sending prayers to her family and loved ones. May she rest in peace.

A candle was lit by Dr John F. Spring on August 21, 2015 12:46 PM

Message from Bob Green acres

August 21, 2015 12:40 PM

My sincerest condolences to Gary and the Family
Irma was one of the sweetest people I have ever met! I will truly miss her and her smile and always a kind loving word to me! She made me feel truly special thank you so much!
Bob

A candle was lit by Gerry Winfield on August 21, 2015 12:36 PM

Message from Michele & John Henkel

August 21, 2015 9:21 AM

Corrinne and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I'm glad we had the opportunity to meet. She so reminded me of John's grandmother Elfrieda Rohmfeld Cavanaugh. Peace be with you and your family.
Love, Michele & John Henkel

A candle was lit by Michele & John Henkel on August 21, 2015 9:07 AM

Message from Elaine Nardo-Gorton

August 21, 2015 12:46 AM

This community has truly lost an angel. Dr. Fattel was my daughter's doctor for many years. The bond they formed was incredible. My daughter always wanted her picture taken with her and she always refused until one day she finally consented. My daughter still has this picture of the two of them on her refridgerator after so many years. We both absolutely loved her. I can't tell you how much she helped my daughter out who is manic depressive. From keeping her on the right meds (she ALWAYS knew when they needed to be adjusted whether by increasing them or decreasing them) she was able to keep my daughter out of the hospital. She also always found the time to squeeze her in if my daughter needed to see her. We were both heartbroken when Dr. Fattel had to give up her practice. We will NEVER find another doctor like her.

We will NEVER forget Dr. Fattel, you, her family, were truly blessed to have had her as a mother. My deepest sympathy. Elaine Gorton

Message from James Dobreski

August 20, 2015 9:56 PM

Gary and family
I had the honor of knowing Irma for many years at first as a customer buying wines from me and more importantly as a friend who loved to share her flowers and garden treasures, She was truly a remediable lady, one through many friends who i knew had the privilege of her counselling and even those of us who she never officially counselled changed and in some cases saved many lives. She was a joy to all she touched. The earth has lost someone great but it is nice to know that heaven has gained a guardian angel watching over everyone she has touched. Rest in Peace Dr. and thank you for making our world a much better place

Message from Pat Harding

August 20, 2015 3:51 PM

Nora, Corinne, Mike, and family,
My sincere condolences on your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
-Pat

A candle was lit by Pat Harding on August 20, 2015 3:48 PM

A candle was lit by I.Factourovich on August 20, 2015 1:37 PM

A candle was lit by M. Jafri on August 20, 2015 1:01 PM

Message from Kit Hartman

August 20, 2015 9:44 AM

My condolences. I worked at UHS with Dr. Fattel and very much enjoyed my contacts with her. She was inspiring and appreciative. I remember her bmw key chain and her having commented, with a twinkle in her eye, that the day I retired was Bastille day.