Christopher LoPRESTO M.D.
Christopher LoPRESTO M.D.
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This obituary was originally published in the Buffalo News.
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Cuz
November 16, 2024
This popped up today and reminded me how much i miss you. Ty for Always being there when I was scared about something with my mom or Sophia- and always checking in or medical advice. miss you!
Cathy Parks
February 25, 2020
Dr Lo. You are gone from this life, but definitely not forgotten. So happy to have worked with you for the years of your ophthalmology practice in Tampa. You taught me the true meaning of patient care in your unselfish devotion to your patients.
Marilyn Kincaid
December 19, 2019
It has been so long I don't know if the family will read this, but I wanted them to know how much I admired him. I worked with him as an ophthalmic technician at the Eye Center of Saint Augustine. I was thinking of him today and wondered how and where he was. I Googled his name and was shocked to learn of his passing. I admired his care and concern and compassion for every patient he saw and his knowledge and skills were unequalled. I was very sorry to see him leave Saint Augustine but it looks like things turned out for the best for him.
My sincerest condolences to his family.
God bless you, Chris.
Stephen Hamilton
January 4, 2019
Chris birthday was today. Just wanted to come here and say what a great guy he was and that I was honored to train him and blessed to know him. Rest In Peace in the arms of our Savior.
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Nancy Cunningham
June 15, 2018
He was an amazing doctor. I suffered from recurrent corneal abrasions and he cured me. He was extremely competent and kind. I just found out this morning that he had passed away. I am sorry for his patients and his family.
Cherylan Robles
March 26, 2018
After suffering through 48 eye cancer surgeries, Dr. LoPresto came highly recommended, I could not have asked for a better Doctor who knew his stuff and got me on the road to recovery. Kind, patient and humble are just a few of his many assets. Dr. LoPresto was a rare gem indeed and he will always have a special place in my heart that will remain forever. He will be missed by many. I feel truly blessed to have known him.
My heartfelt sympathy to his family and friends.
Mrs. Robles
April D
March 9, 2018
Dr. LoPresto was my ophthalmologist for many years and the only eye specialist I've found in the Tampa Bay area that I could really trust. I was sad after receiving a letter he was closing his practice and hoped he was okay. Very saddened now and shocked to see he has passed away. After reading what others have written here, I see even more what a rare gem he truly was. My deepest condolences go out to his family and close friends.
Jamie Schindler
January 15, 2018
This is such sad news, Dr.LoPresto was an amazing Dr. and Person as well, He took such great care of my Husband Jamie, He truly took to heart with his Patients , We will truly miss him and will always speak highly of him...The Schindler's will truly Miss you...Rest In Peace
Steven G
September 18, 2017
We just found out today that he passed away. We are in shock and so very very sad. He was an amazing doctor and person inside and out. What a kindhearted person. He was my doctor for several years and at my last visit in July 2016 he told me he was moving back to Atlanta. I was surprised and now I know why. He will always be in our hearts as we already missed having him as my doctor. To his family, we are truly blessed to have known him. Words can not express what an amazing human being he was, especially in our time of medical need. He saw me for 2 years knowing we didn't have medical insurance to pay him. And when we finally got Medicare he said that it didn't matter if we had insurance or not because he would never let anyone suffer potential blindness because of no insurance. He is truly missed. His love for photography was amazing. Loved seeing the beautiful pictures he took.
John Gess
August 15, 2017
Dr. LoPresto was one of the most kinds physicians I've ever worked with. I worked with Dr. LoPresto for years and lost connection with him once I moved out of state. I recently just found out this news visiting an old employer. You will be truly missed and it was a pleasure to work with and getting to know you. Rest in Peace.
Jane Gaglione
July 20, 2017
Dr. Lopresto was my doctor and my mom's as well. He always treated my 95 year old mom with such respect and kindness. He had a picture hanging on his wall in his office that I loved and everytime I went in for an exam I told him I LOVED THAT PICTURE. He took the photo,,, it was of FLA Aligators!!! One day he took the picture off the wall and gave it to me!! I have it hanging behind my door in my guest bedroom. I was very sad to hear about his passing. I just heard today, July 20... when I finally found a Dr. to go to in place of Chris. The Dr. told me Dr. Lopresto passed away! I was in shock! No one could take his place!!! What sad news I received today!! I knew he sold his practice but I thought he was just moving back home? In any event, I hope his family can read this post.... Dr. Lopresto will be missed by many. God Bless your family...
Yvonne Putzek
July 17, 2017
I just found out this morning about this great loss. Dr. LoPresto was such a kind caring doctor and I was very saddened when he announced he was leaving his practice in Tampa. He has been in my thoughts, and now more so, will be in my thoughts and prayers. My most sincere condolences to you all,
Carol Silver
June 17, 2017
To The family:
Dr. Lopresto was my ophthalmologist in Tampa. I just found out this morning that he passed away in February. I am so sad to hear that news. He was such a nice man. So unpretentious and easy to talk to. I loved talking to him about traveling. I will always have fond memories of him and feel sadness knowing that we lost him much too soon. My condolences to his family.
Jim Connolly
June 11, 2017
Dr. LoPresto was a brilliant physician. But most of all, he was a kind, patient, wonderful human being. I cannot believe he is gone. What a great man he was.
Michael Dow
June 2, 2017
Dr. LoPresto was a very conscientious physician who was of great help to my mother and to my wife. In both cases, an ophthalmologist misdiagnosed my mother and than later my wife. I brought each of them separately to Dr. Lopresto for a second opinion. In both cases he disputed the prior opinions and in both cases he turned out to be correct as measured by subsequent developments. He was extremely bright and thorough. He was down to earth and unpretentious. He was a great man.
Yvonne Taylor
May 19, 2017
I just found out today that Dr. LoPresto passed away. He was my doctor since 2006 when I relocated from Albany, NY to Tampa, Fl. I surely miss him and his expert patient care. I wish to extend my condolesence to his family. He was a great person and doctor.
deborah
April 5, 2017
Catju Parks
March 17, 2017
To all the LoPresto family,
I had the true pleasure of working with Dr. Lo at his Tampa practice. His dedication to patient care and the integrity he showed daily greatly impacted all of us who had the pleasure to call him our "boss". Never an unkind word, he made it a joy to be around him. I am heartbroken to hear of his passing and send my sincere condolences.
Yoslaysis Cepero
March 13, 2017
Dr. LoPresto was the kindest and my most admired ophthalmologist. I had the privilege and honor of learning and working with him as well. He will always be missed.
Chuck Beischel
March 9, 2017
Chris was my junior resident at the VA when we rotated there. We worked side-by-side for six months and I loved every minute of it. He was a talented surgeon, a tireless worker and a strong patient advocate. Erik Skoog's story is true; Chris did take emergency call while passing a kidney stone. I'm embarrassed that we didn't keep in touch. The world needs more people like Chris, not fewer.
Lisa Cuartero
March 9, 2017
Dr. Lopresto was a great man. I had the pleasure of working with him in the OR and he will truly be missed. My sincere condolences to the family.
Shirley Prusak
March 8, 2017
Janet and family: Sending you my sympathy.
Pattie Territo
March 8, 2017
Dear Manny and Jan,
So sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Maureen Bauer
March 7, 2017
Chris was a great physician and role model during his time among us. May his family be consoled by the wonderful memories with him. May he rest in peace with his Lord, Jesus Chris. We have one more angel to guide and watch over us.
Randy Watson
March 7, 2017
I am saddened by your loss, but pray that good memories and the comfort of God will sustain you.
Rory & Alyson Flood & Family
March 7, 2017
We are all saddened by your loss. May the Lord comfort you and shine His love through your family and friends. The Flood Family, NC
March 6, 2017
I'm sure no words can heal the pain you are all going through at this time. Christopher such a shy, intelligent, energetic young man and cousin who will always remain with us. May God be with you and all the family during this difficult time. XOXO
Joel Minner and the Minner family
March 6, 2017
So sorry for your loss. May his presence with Christ in Heaven bring you and your family peace until you meet again.
March 5, 2017
I am thinking of you all at this difficult time. Christ was a great kid and became a wonderful man. May you find peace.
Thana (Lounsbury) Schafer
Bob & Patti O'Connor
March 5, 2017
Dear Manny, Janet and family our deepest and sincere sympathy. Words can not even begin to express our sorrow in such a loss. May Gods love give you strength to endure during this difficult time.
Bob & Patti O'Connor
Erik Skoog
March 6, 2017
It has been an honor to call Chris a close friend since 1996, when we met in residency training. Chris should be remembered for his extraordinary dedication, tenacity and work ethic, truly admirable qualities that led him to achievements that few have known. He was so determined that he once worked through a day on call while passing a kidney stone. Most of all he was dedicated to doing things the right way. He never cut corners. I often talked to him about his practice and was staggered by the complexity of the issues he was managing in his patients and often looked to him for advice.
The Holy Spirit shined in him. I will cherish the memories of our time spent together. My sincere condolences to the Lopresto family. You have a son that will sorely be missed by so many and whose positive impact was felt by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Barb Kane
March 5, 2017
Dear Manny, Janet, Nicholas and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathy. Sincerely,
March 5, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. Stay strong. Denny and Molly Stark Brown
Carolyn Boots
March 3, 2017
Dr. Lopresto,
You were a guardian angel sent from heaven to help me when I was suffering great pain with my eye. Your caring and expertise will never be forgotten. You are always in my thoughts and prayers and I can never thank you enough. Rest in peace.
Sally Paprocki
March 3, 2017
Even though we were not in touch after high school...Chris was a classmate of mine and I am so sorry to hear the news. My sympathy to your family. Peace.
Rita Ward
March 2, 2017
Dear Manny, Janet and Family,
You have my heartfelt sympathy for your profound loss. I remember Chris as a great kid and a fine upstanding young man. His accomplishments are truly admirable. Chris was a shining star in this world and his light will always remain here. May God bless each of you in your sorrow, now and always.
Sincerely,
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