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Aaron Chinn Obituary

Aaron Chinn, M.D. Resident of Lafayette Dr. Aaron Chinn, 72, passed away peacefully at his home on July 16, 2012. He was the beloved husband of Judith A. Chinn; loving father of Dr. Daniel (Julie), Dr. David (Judy), and the late Brad Chinn; and adoring grandfather of Benjamin, Olivia, Ellen, and Michael. He graduated from Georgetown Medical School and served as a physician in the Army during Vietnam. An obstetrician and a gynecologist, he was on the staffs of Alta Bates, Brookside, and Doctors Hospital Pinole for 32 years. In 2006-07, he served on the Contra Costa County Grand Jury. Donations in his memory may be sent to the Stanford Cancer Institute (cancer. stanford.edu/), Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center (mskcc.convio.net/), or the charity of your choice.

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Published by Contra Costa Times from Aug. 21 to Aug. 26, 2012.

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Joy Friedman Rudy

July 14, 2022

Dr Chinn was my doctor for 4 years while I tried to get pregnant . Finally at 39years old I got pregnant. I named my only boy Aaron . I admired and loved Dr. Chinn . He was good to me
And my husband . I am so sorry for your families loss . I know it´s been a while but still , my condolences . This is a photo of Aaron Rudy

Jane O'Malley

August 27, 2012

My condolences to Aaron Chinn's family. Take comfort in knowing that he was a fantastic doctor and a kind man. Because of his wonderful care, my husband and I have two beautiful sons. We will always remember Dr. Chinn with great appreciation.

Renee Welsh

August 26, 2012

Very saddened to hear of the passing of Aaron Chinn. He saw me through a rather tumultuous OB history....there were times I considered "throwing in the towel".... but he assured me he would be there with me....and, indeed he was! Many years later, when I was diagnosed with breast cancer, he called to lend his support. Such an amazing man!! My heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to his family ~ May you find peace and comfort in knowing he was truly a blessing.

August 22, 2012

I was so sad to hear about the passing of Dr. Chinn. Dr. Chinn delivered my beautiful daughter 32 years ago on July 13, 1980.

Dr. Chinn was a great doctor, who was kind, gentle and compassionate.

My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

Jacqueline Bucholz

August 22, 2012

I was so sad to hear of Dr. Chinn's passing. He delivered two of my three children. I will never forget my husband and Dr. Chinn wondering where all of my daughter's dark brown hair came from as she was crowning. I will be forever greatful for all of his care, wisdom and kindness towards me in my childbearing years. My heart goes out to the family. He truly was a wonderful individual.

Lisa Monroe

August 22, 2012

I was so saddened to read about Dr. Chinn's passing. Amazing beyond words. He had been my Dr. since 1985, delivered all 3 of my children (one 10 pounder during the NBA playoffs, he and my husband watched in my room!) and delivered my little preemie daughter in an emergency C section...I will forever be grateful to him for saving her and me. God Bless, Dr. Chinn and strength and love to your family. The community will miss your gentle soul...

August 21, 2012

So sorry to hear about the loss of Dr Chinn. I worked at DHP and Dr Chinn was a great Doctor and a great person. My heart and prays go out to the family. Rosemary Fischer

Connie Martinelli

August 21, 2012

Dr. Aaron Chinn was my doctor for many years until his retirement. He was a wonderful man, a caring physician and it is with sadness I've learned of his passing. My heartfelt sympathy to his family.

Judi Fried

August 20, 2012

Aaron is remembered from my highschool days in Washington, D.C. His younger sister, Mary was a friend and he served as a counseler at the camp my niece and nephew attended. A sweet gentle guy..so sorry to the Chinn family for your loss

Sharon Steele

August 19, 2012

I am so sorry to hear of Dr. Chinn's passing. He delivered both my daughters when I lived in Richmond in the 1970's. He was the greatest doctor ever. So personable and kind. I remember him telling me how he and his wife found that having three children was so perfect. RIP, Dr. Chinn, you were the best here on earth, I'm sure you are the best up there where you are now, probably playing tennis (which he also loved so much). One of my daughters was born during Wimbleton and he had to rush back to the hospital to deliver.

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