[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 125 (Thursday, September 16, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1680]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             IN HONOR AND MEMORY OF NORBERT M. BANGAYAN, MD

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 16, 2010

  Mr. KUCINICH. Madam Speaker, I rise today in honor and memory of 
Norbert M. Bangayan, MD, whose lifelong commitment to his patients, 
family and community made a permanent impact on countless lives 
throughout the northeast Ohio region.
  Dr. Bangayan was a dedicated internist who led a family medical 
practice for nearly 40 years. Beyond his superior medical expertise and 
knowledge, Dr. Bangayan was known for his caring, patience and 
kindness. He treated every patient with dignity and respect, and 
frequently went above and beyond the call of duty to assist a patient 
in need. A gentle soul, Dr. Bangayan practiced from Deaconess Hospital 
in Cleveland for nearly 40 years, where he served in several leadership 
roles, including the hospital's Chief of Medical Staff. Dr. Bangayan 
served on several committees at Deaconess Hospital, and volunteered his 
time within several community organizations.
  The center and foundation of Dr. Bangayan's life was always his 
family. He was the beloved husband of Ofelia and the loving father of 
Shirley, James, Maribe, and Michele. He was the devoted grandfather of 
Eric, Jack, Leo, Max and Kristin, and the beloved brother of Amelia. 
Dr. Bangayan was the beloved brother of Amelia. Dr. Bangayan was the 
beloved father-in-law to Ermir, Dr. Kieo and Steve. Along with his 
wife, Ofelia, Dr. Bangayan taught his children and grandchildren the 
significance of family, faith, heritage and giving back to community. 
He was deeply connected to his Filipino heritage, and was very active 
in the Filipino community of Greater Cleveland. For several years, Dr. 
Bangayan served as the President of the Association of Philippine 
Physicians of Ohio.
  Madam Speaker, please join me in honor and remembrance of Norbert M. 
Bangayan, MD, whose joyous life was framed by love for family, devotion 
to friends and dedication to the wellbeing of the patients he so 
lovingly served. Dr. Bangayan's generous heart and love for others will 
forever exist within the hearts and memories of his family, friends and 
every patient who knew and loved him--and he will never be forgotten.

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