John LEFEBVRE

Dr. John F. LEFEBVRE On Friday, November 4, 2005, Dr. John F. Lefebvre died at the University of Washington Medical Center surrounded by his family. Dr. Lefebvre's death followed complications related to his recently diagnosed multiple myeloma. John was born in Sudbury, Ontario, Canada on December 26, 1933. He lived in Canada until completion of his undergraduate and medical degrees at the University of Ottawa. He completed his pediatric residency and a pediatric endocrinology fellowship at Children's Hospital and the University of Washington Medical Center. He later acted as a teaching professor at the UW and was an attending physician at Children's Hospital. One of John's passions was to help children suffering from chronic disease. Through his drive and determination, outreach clinics were established in Eastern Washington and Alaska for children with diseases of the endocrine system. John's affection for children also led him to design a camp outside of Anchorage for diabetic children. This project allowed children to attend summer camp without interrupting the management of their disease. These outreach programs were the most rewarding aspect of his professional career and he was working on these projects up until his death. John was well known for his larger-than-life personality and spirit, a bantering sense of humor, strong opinions and persistent stubbornness. He enjoyed sailing, skiing, and traveling. He appreciated good music, art and, as his friends and family knew, a good glass of wine. He particularly enjoyed gatherings of family and friends that included his wife's famous hors d' oeuvres, fine wine and lively conversation. John is survived by his beloved wife Randi, daughter Michelle Ahrens and her husband Ken, daughter Jackie LefebVre, son Tim Lefebvre and his wife Mary, son David Campbell and his wife Jill Hangen, and daughter Julie Davis and her husband Mike. John's life was blessed with five grandchildren and the knowledge that a sixth was on the way. Jack, Mary Elizabeth, Anna, Michael and Parker will miss their grandfather. John's family wishes to thank the staff of the University of Washington Medical Center for their extraordinarily compassionate care, support, and professionalism. The family invites all those who would like to join in Celebrating John's Life to a Memorial Service on November 14that 3:30 p.m. at the Mt. Baker Community Club - 2811 Mount Rainier Dr. So., Seattle. (206) 722-7209. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the John F. Lefebvre Camper Scholarship Fund for Camp Kushtaka.. Checks should be made to the ADA Alaska Camp Scholarship with a designation in the memorandum section to read "Diabetic Camp Restricted." Checks should be mailed to ADA Alaska Camp, 801 W. Fireweed Lane, Suite 103, Anchorage, AK 99503. Published in print on 11/9/2005.