Generoso Divinigracia Duremdes, MD, FACS

Generoso Divinigracia Duremdes, MD, FACS, a beloved husband, father, and esteemed surgeon, departed this world on June 12, 2026, at the age of 88, to be with the Lord. Born on November 13, 1937, in the vibrant city of Davao, Philippines, Dr. Duremdes was a beacon of compassion and dedication, whose life was a testament to service and love. Dr. Duremdes' journey in medicine began at Central Philippine University where he excelled in PreMedicine. He furthered his pursuit of knowledge at Far Eastern University in Manila, where he earned his MD degree in 1960. It was during these formative years that he met the love of his life, Janelle Bermejo. The two married on May 18, 1961, in Iloilo City and embarked on a shared journey that would span 65 beautiful years. In the early 1960s, Dr. Duremdes, alongside his wife and their young son, Gene, ventured to the United States. He completed his general surgery training at Albert Einstein College of Medicine/Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx, NY, in 1968. His thirst for knowledge and skill led him to pursue an additional fellowship in Pediatric Surgery at the renowned Wyler Children's Hospital at the University of Chicago, under the mentorship of Dr. Mark Ravitch. Originally planning to return to the Philippines, the Duremdes family chose instead to settle in Princeton, West Virginia, where Dr. Duremdes found his calling at Princeton Community Hospital. What began as a temporary stay evolved into a lifelong commitment to the community he came to cherish. For over five decades, Dr. Duremdes served as a cornerstone of medical care in southern West Virginia, sharing his surgical expertise and compassionate spirit with countless patients. His legacy continued as he worked alongside his son, Dr. Gene B. Duremdes, from 1993 until his retirement in 2022. The duo, affectionately known as "Dr. Dad" and "Dr. Gene," brought healing and hope to the community. A man of faith, Dr. Duremdes was a devoted member of the First Baptist Church of Princeton since 1969. His deep spirituality permeated his work, as he often prayed with his patients before surgery, ever mindful of the divine grace in healing. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Dr. Duremdes was a loving husband and father. He cherished traveling and dancing with his beloved Jane, creating treasured memories together. Dr. Duremdes was a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the Southeastern Surgical Congress, reflecting his commitment to excellence in his field. His warmth, integrity, and generosity touched the lives of all who knew him. He is survived by his devoted wife, Dr. Janelle B. Duremdes, and his cherished son, Dr. Gene B. Duremdes, MD, MBA, FACS and his wife Mary. His legacy of love, healing, and faith will forever be remembered and celebrated by those fortunate enough to have known him. A service to honor Dr. Duremdes' remarkable life will be held at the First Baptist Church, located at 1116 Mercer Street, Princeton, WV. His family, friends, and community will gather to pay tribute to a man whose life was a blessing to so many. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the First Baptist Church of Princeton, reflecting Dr. Duremdes' enduring faith and commitment to his community.