Charles Theodore Ladoulis

Very few people in life are kind, selfless, genuine and good-hearted. Charlie was one of those people and I am fortunate to have met him. From the moment I met Charlie, both he and Barbara welcomed me with loving arms to NMHA and River Rangers. They also welcomed me as a friend and treated me like a member of their family. I always enjoyed seeing Charlie. He made me smile. His presence and his words were always calming. Being around him, I learned a lot. By simply listening to his stories, I knew that Charlie was someone that I aspired to be like: filled with wisdom, caring and just and all around good guy. Again, I am thankful to have met him because by being around him I became a better person.

CHARLES T. LADOULIS

      I had the privilege to meet and become a close friend of Charles T. Ladoulis in 1972, during the oil crisis. That was the time when gasoline was scarce and professionals that lived in the Fox Chapel area (Dr. Charles T. Ladoulis, Dr. John S. Mossie, Dr. Thomas J. Gill and me) decided to form a carpool to commute from Fox Chapel to the University of Pittsburgh where all of us worked. The commute served as the vehicle for close contact and resulted in socialization of the respective families. I remember “Charlie”, as all of us referred to him, as a kind, considerate and giving person. Professionally, his credentials and performance were impeccable. He was a beloved teacher, a fine pathologist and an extraordinary administrator. His many contributions to the advancement of immunology are still relevant today. As a friend, I also enjoyed his warmth and good humor. Over the years, we maintained our friendship through frequent calls. I offer the family my sincere condolences. Charlie will be remembered, and I miss him. Respectfully and with love, Tito Cavallo, M.D.

Charles Ladoulis was my Papou and my father figure. I cannot be more grateful for having him so close to me in my life, growing up with him and living with him. He always had a way to light up others’ faces in the room, and Papou loved telling stories to new faces, friends, and family. He made everyone feel welcomed and at home, and I was and still am constantly learning from him and who he was. He has inspired me to be better each day, treat others with kindness, make others feel loved and supported, treat friends like family, be there for your family, and to be fearless when challenging myself, try new things, and meeting new people. I am so remarkably blessed to have him in my life and to have so many memories together: him telling me stories, us doing science experiments and crafts, sailing together, sharing laughs, going on walks and drives, him coming to my school events, graduations, award ceremonies, concerts, sports games, and simply being there to share with me my highs, lows, and in betweens. I love you and miss you Papou.