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Thomas E. Talley, MD
May 1, 1936 ~ January 1, 2014 (age 77) 77 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Diane & Larry Maynard
January 25, 2014 12:00 AM
Our time with Tom was much too short. While we were with him we were treated to fine friendship,entertaining stories and, most of all, his kind and sensitive nature.
Diane & Larry Maynard
Diane & Larry Maynard
Message from Karen Rabish
January 8, 2014 2:53 PM
Unforgettable
I've worked as a social work in the health care field for 27 years and for many of those worked I with Dr Talley. Dr Talley had the most integrity of any physician I have ever worked with. When things got rough for patients and families I always hoped Dr Talley would be on service. He would make difficult decisions that families often needed a physician's help with. So many doctors are afraid of giving advice or professional options, not Dr Talley. Dr Talley never saw the end of life as a failure, so different than many other doctors. He understood on every level that there are worse things than death. Dr Talley taught me how to help families through grief, loss and death. He also took the time to talk with staff and valued their options about patients. Dr Talley had a way about him that made everyone he came in contact with feel as though they had his 100% attention. Medicine would be a much more peaceful place if there were more Dr Talleys. The loss to all is so great, but especially to his family who I can only imagine treasured him so dearly. With fond thoughts, prayers and my undying respect.
Message from Lynne Knight
January 7, 2014 1:02 PM
The Kidney Center
I had the wonderful opportunity of working with Dr. Talley at The Regional Kidney Services Center as a registered nurse, clinical instructor. It was through that experience that I learned that we were all part of a team, equally valued and respected. Dr. Talley was a wonderful mentor, role model, and friend. He was a was a tremendous inspiration to us all. I will treasure the memories and the lessons learned forever. My condolences to his family.
Message from Jim Faville
January 5, 2014 8:12 PM
Memorable Care
In 1987, my mother was under Dr. Talley' s care for kidney disease. Being a stubborn Irishwoman, she distrusted doctors and could be difficult at times. When she chose to refuse dialysis, Dr. Talley was the most sympathetic and caring caregiver that I have ever encountered. One evening he called the house and said he wanted to stop in to see how mom was doing. He came in, sat with her for about an hour and completely won her over. Can you imagine in today's age, an unsolicited housecall! After she passed, I received a handwritten note from him telling me how brave my mother was. I have the letter to this day. The medical world has lost a true gentleman and friend.
Message from Robin Benoit
January 5, 2014 11:31 AM
A kind and caring doctor
Dr. Talley took care of me at Highland years ago when I needed a renal angioplasty. I will never forget how kind and caring he was! Several months after being dismissed from his care, I was in the Emergency Room at Highland with a kidney stone. He saw my name on the list of patients and came to see me and to see if there was anything he could do for me. What a kind gesture that was. I was in pain and fearful, and he took the time to come see me; he didn't have to do that but he did. He was the epitome of an intelligent doctor who also made a real connection with his patients as people. I wanted his family to know that this all happened in 1989 and I still remember his dedication. I am so sorry for your loss.
Message from Cheryl D.
January 5, 2014 12:00 AM
Please accept my condolences for the loss of your dear loved one. In the Bible, God refers to death as an enemy. (1 Cor.15:26) He has promised to undo death by means of the resurrection. (Acts 24:15; John 5:28,29) God always fulfills his promises. (Joshua 21:45) I hope when you reflect on these wonderful promises you will find strength, comfort, and peace of heart.
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January 3, 2014 2:21 PM
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