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Lawrence J. Mayer M.D.

December 8, 1942 - November 10, 2024
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Lawrence J. Mayer, M.D., 81, a loving father, friend, and distinguished surgeon, passed away after a brief illness on November 10th. He was surrounded by his loving family in his final days and moments. Larry was born in Palmerton, PA, the son of Lawrence and Marie. His early years were marked by academic and athleticContinue Reading

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Jonathan Corle left a message on November 22, 2024:
For many years until my retirement in 2010, Larry was a friend and client. He and I shared a love of poetry and literature and the outdoors. I fondly remember attending a poetry reading by Billy Collins that Doreene arranged for us. My sincerest condolences to Doreene, Lauren and Matt.
Dick Heydt left a message on November 16, 2024:
I was so sorry to learn of Larry's passing. A high school classmate and team mate. I remember fondly our time together in Palmerton. I consider Larry one of my classmates that challenged me both academically and athletically to be the very best I could be. May he rest in peach.
Maria Vigkopoulou left a message on November 15, 2024:
May loving memories help you find peace Our sweet neighbour will be greatly missed at Toft woods ️
Georgette left a message on November 15, 2024:
What a great person inside and out. He Always had a smile on his face. It did not matter to him if he was in a hurry. He always stopped said hello And asked how you were doing. One day he said to me I have not seen you. And when I told him I was fired. For saying Bull Shit. He said that’s Bull Shit
Cat Schermer left a message on November 15, 2024:
Larry, what an incredible surgeon, colleague, mentor and friend. Your unwavering commitment to patients and your compassion made a difference in the many lives you saved. My thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Lee Odonnell left a message on November 15, 2024:
Dr Mayer was 1 of the best docs at DCMH - operated on me & my daughter - always had time for the nurses. RIP Larry
Brian Donnelly left a message on November 14, 2024:
Such a great guy! Always willing to teach you something and never took it as a challenge when asking him questions. Always had a smile, never in a bad mood. He took my gallbladder out when I was 16 (he had a great bedside manner); who would have thought we would be colleagues 30 some years later (he swore he remembered me)! What a loss…
Brian Donnelly left a message on November 14, 2024:
Such a great guy! Always willing to teach you something and never took it as a challenge when asking him questions. Always had a smile, never in a bad mood. He took my gallbladder out when I was 16 (he had a great bedside manner); who would have thought we would be colleagues 30 some years later (he swore he remembered me)! What a loss….
Michael LaCombe left a message on November 14, 2024:
Larry was a dear, close friend for 49 years - all too brief given the richness of that relationship. We hiked and camped in Maine together, climbed Katahdin, shared lunches of mushrooms and dinners of lobster. The finality of his passing has hit me hard and I shall miss him. Mike LaCombe
Louis DiDonato left a message on November 14, 2024:
I was a nurse in DCMH’s ER for over 20 years and I never saw him in a bad mood. He always had a smile and had a great sense of humor! His skill, dedication and skill were unsurpassed and he respected and admired the staff! So sad to hear this and my prayers for his loved ones!
Marie Breslin left a message on November 14, 2024:
So sorry to read this. I knew Larry for over 30 years at DCMH. Excellent surgeon and teacher. Great friend to nursing staff. Wonderful down to earth guy who I enjoyed working with and having as my Dr. Rest in peace.
stephanie swann left a message on November 14, 2024:
though i was on the 11p to 7a shift for many years ,i took care of many of Dr.Mayer"s patients.he was always so kind and wanted the best for not just his patients but also for the nurses.He will be missed.
Pauline Videtto left a message on November 14, 2024:
My condolences to the family. I worked with Dr. Mayer for over three decades at DCMH. He was one of the kindest surgeons with a wonderful bedside manner as well as his expertise and skill caring for others. He saw nurses as part of the team and always worked well with us. May he rest in peace and his family remember that he truly had a heart of giving for others. RIP
Pat Madigan Chase left a message on November 14, 2024:
Dorene, this is Patty Madigan, I am so very sorry for your loss. I worked with Larry at DCMH and he was the Dr. who diagnosed my Mom’s breast cancer, he was so kind to her and supportive of me. My e mail id attached, I would love to get together with you and relive old times, as we get older that seems so important. Know that your family and stepchildren are in my prayers . Jrchasey@hotmail.com
Blair B.Wilson left a message on November 14, 2024:
My sincere condolences to the Mayer family, having worked with Dr.Mayer for over 30yrs I found him to be a very kind man ,incredibly skilled Surgeon ,good athlete and compassionate loving friend who will be dearly missed,I was blessed to have him as a friend and colleague,rest in peace my friend.
Robert Sweetser left a message on November 13, 2024:
“To live in the hearts of those we love is never to die” - Hazel Gaynor
Danjolell Memorial Homes and Crematory left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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