John L. Paré, respected family medicine physician
Dr. John L. Paré, 61, of Rehoboth Beach, passed away Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024. He is predeceased by his loving parents, Laval and Theresa Paré. He is survived by his nine siblings, Father Paul (godfather-Wis.), Robert (N.J.), Norma (godmother-New Mexico), Khlaire (Virginia), Gerard (Texas), Theresa (Mass.), Bernard (Maine), Mark (Georgia), and Raymond (Maine). He is also survived by 12 nieces and nephews, and 11 grand-nieces and -nephews.
Dr. Paré received a degree of doctor of osteopathic medicine from University of New England in Biddeford, Maine, in 1994. Dr. Paré, a highly respected family medicine physician, was practicing at Beebe Healthcare in Millville, specializing in geriatric care. Before this, he was a family health care physician in Manassas, Va.
Dr. Paré will be forever remembered for his unique sense of humor, quick wit, and a ready joke. Through this gift, he was able to comfort, understand, and be there for all he knew. In the words of Dr. Paré himself, “Laughter, I prescribe it daily.” His interests included Yoga, kayaking, and travel, and he was quite a foodie.
Dr. Paré will be forever remembered as a loving, special brother, and for the example he set as a dedicated, knowledgeable, and compassionate physician who delivered high-quality medical care.
Dr. Paré leaves behind a legacy of love, service, and happiness that will live on in the hearts of everyone who knew him. In the spirit of his compassionate and joyous life, let us celebrate him with gratitude alongside our tears.
Dr. Paré’s family expresses their heartfelt gratitude for the overwhelming outpouring of condolences they have received from his large circle of friends.
A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 2, at Parsell Funeral Homes, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 16961 Kings Hwy., Lewes, where friends and family may call beginning at 2 p.m. for visitation to celebrate and remember Dr. Paré’s life and contribution to the medical community.
In lieu of flowers, contribute to the passions and interests of Dr. Pare': CAMP Rehoboth, give.camprehoboth.org/give; University of New England College of Osteopathy, une.edu/givenow; or Beebe Medical Foundation, beebehealthcare.org/donate.
Visit John’s Life Memorial webpage at parsellfuneralhomes.com.
