Dr. Liudas Edward Puodziukas
(April 15, 1947 – January 4, 2022)
Dr. Liudas Edward Puodziukas was born in 1947, in Germany to Lithuanian parents. Raised in Toronto, he attended St. Michael’s College School and graduated from the University of Western Ontario with a degree in medicine in May of 1971. His medical career spanned 50 years. He interned at St. Michael’s Hospital, later practiced as a GP at Commerce Court Medical Centre, and recently retired from his practise in Durham Region in May, 2021. Dr. Ed was highly regarded in the medical profession and revered by his patients for his expert knowledge, care and concern. His generosity and dedication to helping others will always be fondly remembered. Predeceased by his father Julius Puodziukas, mother Elzbieta (Valiulyte) Puodziukas, his brother Dr. Julius Puodziukas. Edward is survived by his loving wife Nicole, and children Alexander (My-Tu), Julia (Tomas). He was the adored Opa to Augustus, Tilia, Gabriel and Theodorus. Cherished brother to sisters Della (George), Sally (Chris). Beloved Dede Edis to nieces and nephews, Paul, Audra, Alexandra (Chris), Michael, Michael, Victoria (Peter) and great uncle to Tomas, Matthew, Lukas and Emily.
Donations in honour of his memory may be made to the Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation or Dorothy Ley Hospice. Online condolences may be made through www.turnerporter.ca.
