Obituary of David Brooks Zander

David Brooks Zander, M.D., 71, of Owego passed away unexpectedly July 23, 2018 after a brief illness.  Dr. Zander was born in Buffalo, NY.  He attended Yale Pre-med, University of Pennsylvania Medical School and completed his residency in San Bernardino, CA.  He began practicing medicine in the Southern Tier in 1975.  He practiced internal medicine for Susquehanna Medical Associates, Guthrie Clinic and was currently employed with Lourdes Internal Medicine.  Dr. Zander touched many lives.  His patients became very important to him.  Dr. Zander is survived by his wife of 17 years, Terri; six daughters, Timmy, Jennifer, Ella, Cindy, Katie, Courtney; three step-sons, Jamie, Scott, Eric; many grandchildren (whom he adored); two sisters, Ann, Patti; one niece and two nephews.  In honoring Dr. Zander’s request, he generously donated his body to the Albany Medical College for advancement of science.  Services will be held privately.  Memorial contributions may be made in Dr. David Zander’s memory to:  Food Bank of the Southern Tier, 388 Upper Oakwood Ave., Elmira, NY  14903.  Condolences may be made to Dr. Zander’s family at www.emfaheyfuneralhome.com.