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John McFarland posted a condolence
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Steve was such a good member of The Wesley Foundation at IU. My wife, Helen Karr, remembers one time in particular when she was visiting her roommate, Norma Sullivan, in Fairmount, and Steve was coming from his home and gave them a ride the rest of the way to Bloomington. The Wesley Foundation was a special fellowship, and we are glad Steve was such a faithful part of it. [Rev.] John McFarland
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CAROLINE WHITE posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 7, 2024
Dr. Dygert was the best Doctor I have ever had. He helped me through a very difficult time in my life. My husband and I moved to Florida in 1993 and it took me a long while to find a doctor that was as caring as he was.
My condolences to all his family.
Caroline A White
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Katherine & Warren Bacon posted a condolence
Saturday, June 8, 2024
After moving to Afton from New York City where we had access to some of the finest doctors in the world, we then became patients of Stephen Dygert. Immediately we felt his kind understanding and focused, concentrated attention to all of our needs. We knew then how lucky we were. All these years he helped us keep our health with his natural grace, dignity, expertise and sense of humor about it all. We only just found out he passed away and missed showing our respects. We are very sad he is no longer in this world. We knew Paula & consider Lynn a friend. Our deepest condolences go to his whole family. It is a great loss for the entire community. Thank you Dr Dygert! With much love. Katherine & Warren Bacon
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Patti Hart posted a condolence
Friday, June 7, 2024
Lynn, Paula and family,
Doc Dygert was very special to me and my family. He took such wonderful care of my mom Bobby Hart, in her final years. It was delightful to sit in the exam room and observe his interaction with mom every time I’d bring her in for a check up. It was more like watching two old friends catching up the way they would chat and laugh. He sure kept her going! I’m heartbroken over this… I’m holding you all in my heart ❤️
With my sincere condolences,
Patti
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Sandra Koster posted a condolence
Friday, June 7, 2024
Dear Lyn and Paula and Family, I have come to the computer so many times to write to you but I didn't know what to say . I loved him and trusted him sooo much He was the MAN! We have gone to E.R. and back, E.R. and back and still don't know what is wrong. He would know!!!!!! Love ,kisses and hugs, we are so sorry for your loss. We Love you all and will miss him dearly ,The relationship he had with Owen was just too cute ,because when we came in he'd say well Dr. Koster what is wrong today? Owen would tell him and tell him how we were going to fix it. It really was just too cute.
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Clyde Birch, Jr. posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
Linda, I am so sorry for your loss> Dr Steve was my personal Physician for over 25 year's, and he was a true professional. His devotion to details and the needs of his patients was unmatched. The afton Community is a better place because of the care he provided and will be missed by many. May God bring you peace during this difficult time.
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Timo Dygert posted a condolence
Saturday, June 1, 2024
I remember my Uncle Steve for his wit, intelligence, humor, compassion, generosity, and passion for social justice. Yet perhaps the attribute he possessed which most impressed me was his humility. I think fondly of his deep laugh and good-natured teasing. I doubt that I’ve met anyone with a better work ethic. He was someone who, like his father, saw good in other people, and sought to do good. I truly appreciate the month I was privileged to spend with him seeing patients together in his practice during medical school. I learned so much from him, in a way I could not have learned from anyone else. He was truly one of a kind. It was good to see how much he meant to the community of Afton, and indeed how much the community meant to him.
Lin and family, wishing you peace and joy as you celebrate a life well-lived. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Wish that we could be there with you.
Timo Dygert, Vivian Diaz-Dygert,
Luna, Esa & Ansel
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Kathy and Ron Merrill posted a condolence
Saturday, June 1, 2024
Praying for Lin and the family during this difficult time, you are always in our hearts. We shared many years and wonderful memories with Steve, Lin and the family. I will never forget all of the compassion, knowledge, understanding, and Blueberries that Steve had. We enjoyed working with Steve and living so close by. May God Bless You All and give you Peace in your heart.
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Tiina Hazelett posted a condolence
Saturday, June 1, 2024
I remember Steve as always having a laugh in his deep voice and that he smiled often. I was always excited when “Steve’s” came to visit at Grandma and Grandpa Dygert’s in Indiana. It usually meant Grandma would make French Fried Chicken. Yum! But more than that, having extra cousins to play with and a chance to chat with Steve and Lin were always welcome.
I have a few fond memories of visiting Steve’s farmhouse in Afton as a child.
The most memorable is as a small child I was riding a horse in the side yard. It seemed huge to me, but I was comfortable riding it with Steve walking alongside holding the reins.
I remember Steve saying, “If you fall off the horse, you have to get back on.” I don’t remember if I fell off, but I kind of think I did. Maybe I’ve blocked that out. Anyway, I remember initially being shocked at that statement. Steve explained it was so that the rider would not develop a fear of horses. That made sense to me. I’ve always thought of Uncle Steve when the phrase “get back on the horse” comes to mind. Perseverance is a strong family trait, and I’m greatful for having learned it in part from Uncle Steve.
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Wendy Fisher posted a condolence
Friday, May 31, 2024
I am sad to hear that Dr. Dygert has passed away. I worked for him at the medical center while in high school and nursing school. He was a caring man, a teacher, and an encourager. Along with the seriousness of caring for ill people and those experiencing anxiousness, we had fun too. Alice, Irene, Norma Jean, and Rita were my coworkers. Dr.Dygert truly put together a good team. May your memories sustain you through the grief.
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Colleen Sullivan Dristle posted a condolence
Thursday, May 30, 2024
Dear Lynn & family,
Let me express our sincere condolences on the passing of Dr. Dygert. Our parents thought very highly of him. Growing up I can remember as a child watching him come and go from the office watching that neat French car he drove!
May your memories bring you comfort.
Sincerely, Colleen Sullivan Dristle
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Sally Olson Gohl lit a candle
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
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Sally Olson Gohl posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
Growing up, I spent quite a bit of time at the Dygert's home, because I was friends with Dr. Dygert's daughter, Adrienne (Adie). This allowed me a rare glimpse into the private life of Dr. Dygert and the lives of his family.
I was extremely struck by the level of commitment he had to his own health through diet, exercise and supplements. Of course we all want to live longer, healthier lives, but I couldn't help but think that this was a higher calling for him. I believe he wanted to have optimum health in order to impart his wisdom to his patients and to have strength, stamina and longevity that would afford him ways to selflessly contribute more to others.
In addition, I was truly amazed by his tremendous work ethic. You would expect that his time away from the office would be filled with leisure activities and relaxation. Instead, he would either be across the road working on his farm, pouring over medical journals at the dining room table or watching medical procedure tapes in the living room.
He was my doctor growing up. Also my parents and uncle had Dr. Dygert as their physician for decades.
He was a quiet, self-assured, humble man who inspired great respect from those who interacted with him and knew him.
I extend my sincerest sympathies to Lauren, Rick, Adrienne, Holly, Paula and especially to his sweet and loving wife, Lin.
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Brian Lucia posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
I am so sorry to hear of Doctor Stephen's passing. He was a wonderful doctor and a friend. He treated my family, and myself so well over the course of his practice in Afton. I will always be so thankful for his care of my late wife Dawna. He was so wonderful to work with. I will never forget his and Lynn's kindness to us.
He was a compassionate and caring physician that was a true asset to the Afton community and area. He will always be fondly thought of in my memory.
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John adams posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 28, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear about Dr. Dygert passing away. He was my primary doctor from 1974 until recently retiring. He kept me healthy for many years. He was a very thorough doctor spending well over an hour on physical's. Rest in peace until we meet again.
John adams
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William Tower posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 28, 2024
I have great memories of Steve growing up. Our families took several summer vacations together in Michigan. These were good times playing tennis, swimming in Lake Michigan, and fishing off the pier in Ludington. I remember one summer we were visiting Aunt Evelyn and Uncle Wendel when the county fair was going on. I got to help Steve show his sheep.
Thanksgiving at the Dygerts was always a fun time. We played football in the yard and basketball in the barn loft.
I was a freshman at IU when Steve was a junior. We both lived in Wright Quad. I was glad to have him only two doors down from me during my first year there. I don’t know of anyone who studied more than Steve. On a few rare occasions we could persuade him to take some time to go to one of the school basketball courts. We were both avid IU fans and I enjoyed talking IU basketball with him on the rare occasions I would see him.
My heart and prayers go out to his family.
Bill Tower
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PRISCILLA ANDERSON posted a condolence
Monday, May 27, 2024
Lin and family,
Our condolences to you and your family! Many fond memories ... we moved to Afton in 1977 and had Doc Dygert as our family doctor, and he with you, Irene Zablocki, and Alice Burnett monitored our family's health over 41 years. In 2018 Chuck and I moved to Virginia, but I have always had a feeling of confidence if I would ever have a medical issue I could call Dr. Dygert for help. Since moving to Virginia we have been working to train our young primary care doctor, and continue to tell him what "Our Doctor Dygert would do"! To put it simply, Dr. Dygert had the gifts of medical knowledge, kindness, caring, and the ability to comfort while treating.
The Anderson Family (Priscilla, Chuck, Megan, and Corin) are grateful for the years of health care, but also grateful for the friendship!
Sincerely,
Priscilla
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Domingo Jimenez posted a condolence
Monday, May 27, 2024
Expressing my deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences to the whole family. May his cherished happy memories give the family warmth, peace, and comfort during this difficult time. He and the family will be in my prayers.
I am so grateful and honored to have known him and have learned from his work ethics and service to patients and the medical community. He will be dearly missed forever!
Domingo Jimenez, MD.
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Don Gersch posted a condolence
Sunday, May 26, 2024
Dear Lin and family,
I wrote this note to Dr. Dygert in 2001:
"This note is well overdue, but I’ve had trouble finding the words to thank someone for helping to keep me alive. I guess I just want to thank you for your care over the years and especially for the time you, and Alice, took to diagnose my artery blockage. I’ve said it before, both to you, and to many others, but I feel that a majority of the credit for the fact that I’m still walking around goes to your medical knowledge, advice, monitoring and caring. Thank you."
Whenever I tried to thank Dr. Dygert and give him credit for keeping me healthy he would say, "If I accept the credit, I have to except the blame when something goes wrong." I would assure him that my family and I would never blame him". He was a wonderful doctor and a great human being. Our condolences on his loss.
Don and Jan Gersch
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Cindy and Phil Gottlieb lit a candle
Sunday, May 26, 2024
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Dear Lin, Paula and family,
We share in your loss of a great colleague and doctor but most of all a wonderful friend. He was certainly a very special person whether in the middle of the fruit farm or as the "town Doc". My most hilarious memory of him was his bigger-than-life photo in the middle of Wegmans produce section. That's how we will always remember him, bigger-than-life, huge heart and a brilliant man. He didn't need fancy bells, whistles and equipment to make a diagnosis and treat a patient. He was a part of that lost art, a true "town doctor" that will be sorely missed. We share in your loss and sorrow. May the memories of Steve remain in your lives to brighten each and every day.
Cindy and Phil Gottlieb
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Deb Dushko posted a condolence
Saturday, May 25, 2024
Dr. Dygert was an amazing doctor and person. He helped me through a very difficult period in my life. I will forever be grateful.
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Paul and Caroline Laing posted a condolence
Saturday, May 25, 2024
A man we can all look up to-the little communities in the area were better with Dr. Dygert being a member of them. So many stories about his care for others, and his passion about his farm. Our deepest sympathies to the entire extended family on his passing.
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Richard and Diane Curtin lit a candle
Friday, May 24, 2024
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Deepest sympathy to the entire family
Rich and Diane Curtin
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Terry Zablocki posted a condolence
Friday, May 24, 2024
My mother (Irene Zablocki) was Dr.Dygert's nurse for many years. She loved working with him. He was a man of great intelligence and great compassion. He never wanted any of his patients to suffer or die! Condolences to Lynne and all his family. He was a pillar in the community. Be at peace, Doc.
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Afton Septic Service P posted a condolence
Friday, May 24, 2024
So sorry to hear about Steve he was such a great guy. It was always a pleasure doing business with him. Our condolences go out to his family. He will definitely be missed.
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Pamela Pasquale posted a condolence
Friday, May 24, 2024
Linda and family, Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your dear husband and father. He was a truly unique, charismatic, intelligent and thoughtful man. I would meet with him and Linda on brief interactions in the office in my job as healthcare representative, and I enjoyed working with him so very much. He cared so much for his patients, and he did so with great passion. I was so enamored by his work ethic, knowledge, wit, and charm. He has a smile to light up the room! What a blessing he was to all, and especially to his dear family and patients. May he rest peacefully and may you find comfort in all the ways he remains in your hearts and minds.
Pamela Pasquale
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gail Furgason posted a condolence
Friday, May 24, 2024
Dr. Dygert was a special dr. and went to him for yrs. It is so sad to hear of his passing. Condolences to the whole family at this sad time. He will be missed so much as a Dr. and a friend. RIP Dr. Stephen.
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Maria Hinman Simmons lit a candle
Friday, May 24, 2024
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With Heartfelt Sympathy to the family on the loss of Doc Mr Dygert
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Joanne Renault posted a condolence
Friday, May 24, 2024
My husband and I were deeply saddened by the news of Dr. Stephen Dygert's passing. He was my husband's doctor for many years and I had the pleasure of knowing him through the years as I joined my husband at his medical appointmens. To say he was an asset to the community was an understatment. To Linda, Paula and the rest of his family we extend our deepest sympathy.
Joanne and George Renault
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Dawn Irons Collins posted a condolence
Friday, May 24, 2024
Thoughts and prayers to Dr. Dygerts family on behalf of the family of Russell and Lois Irons , he was truly the nicest and wonderful doctor , took the best care of my Dad thru the VA , always went above for his patients .Such a loss for the community, may he Rest in peace !
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Friday, May 24, 2024
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The John Gates Family Harpursville posted a condolence
Friday, May 24, 2024
Paula and Family, So sorry to hear about your dad, my whole family loved him, especially John Sr. Dr always checked to see how he was doing! In the nursing home, our thoughts and prayers are with all of you!
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Alice Ahner Posted May 25, 2024 at 7:21 AM
Lin, Dr. Paula, Holly & the rest of the family....so sorry to hear about the passing of DrDygert. He diagnosed my mother when other doctors couldn't, he took the time to help my ladies when all they wanted to do was talk. He was a great person, listener & doctor.
Alice Ahner
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