James R. Criscione, MD
James was a veteran of WWII serving 44 years in the military ending as a flight surgeon in the Air National Guard. He practiced thoracic surgery in St. Louis for over 34 years and was a pioneer in the implantation of pacemakers.
Criscione, James Robert, of Webster Groves, Missouri and Palm Beach, Florida, passed away peacefully at home on December 14, 2019 at the age of 98. He is survived by his loving wife Janelle Criscione; his brother John Criscione (Mary Frances) of Cleveland, OH and his children and stepdaughter, Kevin Criscione of Lawrence, KS, Janet Criscione, of Crestwood, MO and Carri Moentmann (Kevin) of Chesterfield, MO; grandchildren, Jay Criscione (Kathleen) of Webster Groves, Matt Criscione of Champaign, IL, Audrey Moentmann of Denver, CO and Rachel, Moentmann of Denver, CO; great grandchildren Seamus and Maeve Criscione; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his siblings, Nicholas Criscione, Mary Criscione, Joseph Criscione, Ralph Criscione, Rose Volk and Caroline Criscione, and his son James S. Criscione (JoAnne) of Webster Groves, MO.
A Celebration of Life Mass is planned for Spring 2020. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the St. Louis University School of Medicine (Criscione Family Endowed Medical Scholarship Fund) or the Missouri Botanical Garden.
Miss you so, my love. Your wife, Janelle ????
Janelle, I know your pain and emptiness. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Peggy
Jim was an incredible man with a million dollar smile. I love you Jim.
Hugs Janelle. Take time to grieve and be nice to yourself
So sorry, Janelle. I’m sure he was so grateful for your devotion to him. God bless.
Dr. Criscione was an excellent surgeon, teacher and mentor. Rest In Peace my friend. Your work on earth is done.
So sorry for your loss, now he can rest in peace.
What a man! What a legacy! Jim you always made a positive impression on me and left me feeling good about myself. I know you will be watching down on your loved ones.????
Rip my Friend , your friendship over the last 44 years will be cherished for the rest of my
Life , thank you it’s been a great trip with you. Will always be thinking of you
May God continue to bless you and bring you comfort. We love you.
A gentleman with a beautiful smile and a generous heart! A dedicated doctor to his patients and a man dedicated to enjoying people, in which, he loved life! I shall always remember him as a wonderful human being… how fortunate we are, to have enjoyed your company! God Bless, Jim,!
He will e so missed here in Palm Beach
Rest in Peace
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A wonderful surgeon and mentor who was always willing to help and teach. He will be missed.
Pete Stavrides, M.D.
So enjoyed our times together in Florida and Utah. He had a big heart ❤️ and will be missed by many. RIP Dr C.
Janelle, I’m so sorry for your loss. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you.
I am grateful to Dr Criscione for his support when I really needed it and will never forget his generosity. Janelle, please accept my condolences.
Micci D’Angelo
How privileged we are were to share his compassion and love for all. Every comment was filled with wisdom and his many years of medical practice improved the lives of more than we can count. You can always count on us as friends for all the support you need Janelle. May our memories of Jim and the legacy he left for thousands live on forever.
Rosie and Tom
Janelle, you took so good care of him. Very loving wife. My thoughts and prayers for you and family.
Sue Fagan
An employer, a surgeon, a teacher but most of all a generous friend.
He genuinely cared about his patients and those around him. Rest well my friend you have earned your place in the ever after. Prayers for his family as they grieve the loss of your presence.
Janelle: My sincere sympathy to you and your family.
Fellow Board Member, Dave Tognoni
Janelle, my heart breaks for you at this time. You will have joy again, but I know how this aches. Your marriage to Doctor was the envy of many. What a team you were. What a joy to watch. What a pleasure to look into Doctor’s eyes whenever he looked at you with so much love. May your memories last forever.
Janelle, my heart goes out to you. I know how much you loved Jim. What a sweet man. He was a gentleman who found happiness in daily life. I will always remember his happily reading the daily paper. Take care of yourself during these difficult days. Love to you and your family.
Deepest Sympathies..
Jim always had a smile for us and we all will miss him. Keep your spirit and your faith.
Hugs
Charlie Hoessle
I fondly recall Dr. Criscione when my mother, Mary Jane Jarzemsky, worked for him in the 1970’s as his medical secretary. Rest In Peace Dr. C.
Jim was a model physician and gentleman who always put his patients’ interests first. It was a pleasure to have known him.
Dr Criscione May you Rest In Peace
A wonderful surgeon and better friend
I’ll never forget the great times working with you or the great ski trips we took together
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
So sad to hear of the passing of such a remarkable and talented physician and family friend. God bless.
Janelle, we are so sorry for your loss. We know how much you loved Jim and how much joy he brought to your life. Our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to you and Jim’s family. We are here for you.
Jane and Jeff
I was saddened to learn the he was no more. He was a great thoracic surgeon and was adept with surgical skill. He was my inspiration to pursue my career in cardio thoracic surgery.He was very kind and loving. He had mentioned to me many years ago during our ride together to columbia, MO for implanting a pacemaker, that he would like to be cremated after his departure from this planet Earth. His soul illuminates forever and God blesses his soul.