Dr. Wayne Won Sub Shim

November 26, 1972 - January 13, 2023 (50 years old)

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Dr. Wayne Won Sub Shim

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November 26, 1972 - January 13, 2023 (50 years old)

Newton, Massachusetts

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It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Wayne Won Sub Shim (Newton, Massachusetts), who passed away at the age of 50, on January 13, 2023. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Wayne Won Sub Shim to show support.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his wife Dallae Kang; his parents, Sang Hwan and Myung Sook; and his brother Jason Shim. He was also cherished by his cousins, dozens of his aunts and uncles and hundreds of friends.

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January 20, 2023

Mindy Dow planted 10 trees

“In memory of Wayne Won Sub Shim”

January 16, 2023

John Chung lit a candle

January 16, 2023

John Chung sent flowers

“My deepest sympathies for your loss, Dallae.”

January 16, 2023

Edward Choi lit a candle

January 16, 2023

Edward Choi sent flowers

“In loving memory of Wayne Won Sub Shim, With deepest sympathies. Wayne was such a kind and gentle soul.”

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January 25, 2023

Chris Croteau wrote a sympathy message

“My son and I are both heartbroken to hear of our favorite dentist’s sudden passing. He was so kind, knowledgeable & had a terrific sense of humor. Feel blessed to have known him. He will be very very missed. A warm compassionate human being, one of a kind medical practitioner, my heart goes out to his family. We are so sorry for your loss 💜”

January 20, 2023

JoAnn, Hanna & Gary Holman wrote a sympathy message

“In loving memory of Wayne Won Sub Shim, Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Sincewe received the devastating news today after Noon we all have been grieving. He was the most gentle and caring Dr. We have every known. We wished that all of our Doctors were as kind and caring as he always was. Our deepest sympathy to all his family. He will be missed by so many.”

January 20, 2023

Summer Waggoner-Fetterman wrote a sympathy message

“Our family was sorry to hear the news of Dr. Shim's passing. Our sympathy goes to Dallae and others who enjoyed his warmth and good humor.”

January 20, 2023

Renate Robertson wrote a sympathy message

“The last time I saw Wayne he fixed a chip on one of my front teeth and he gave me the confidence to smile again. I have been so grateful. He was a wonderful dentist and a warm soul. I am sending my deepest condolences to his wife and family. My heart grieves for you.”

January 20, 2023

Ashley Fogle wrote a sympathy message

“I am so sorry to hear this sad news. Dr. Shim was such a kind and caring person, and I feel lucky to have been his patient. My heart goes out to his family, friends, and all of the amazing staff at his office. Thinking of all of you.”

January 20, 2023

Mindy Dow wrote a sympathy message

“I’m very sorry to hear of Dr. Shim’s passing. He was the best dentist I have ever had. He had such a kind, gentle nature. I’m going to miss him. I just saw him last month and he looked fabulous. He had a white cotton woven button down shirt on with prints of tiny bicycles on it. 🚲 🚲🚲🚲🚲🚲🚲🚲🚲🚲🚲🚲🚲🚲 I told him I loved it. He didn’t notice they were bicycles until I pointed them out. “I just wear the shirts that are picked out for me.” He said with a smile on his face. 💙 Love to all.”

January 20, 2023

Melinda Shaw wrote a sympathy message

“We too are very saddened to hear of Dr. Shim's passing. Our family were all his patients and enjoyed him immensely. We will miss him and are sending healing thoughts to his family!”

January 18, 2023

Mary Ann Romain wrote a sympathy message

“Our family was deeply saddened to hear of Dr. Shim's passing. He was a wonderful dentist and a truly warm individual. He will be greatly missed. Deepest condolences to his family. The Romain Family Northampton, MA”

January 18, 2023

Patty Healey wrote a sympathy message

“I am so very sorry to learn that Dr Shim passed away a few days ago. I have been his patient since he opened his Northampton office. He was a gentle and kind man and I am grateful for his years of caring for me and his other patients.”

January 16, 2023

David Park wrote a sympathy message

“My deepest condolences to you and your family, Dallae. Wayne was loved by all of us. Soon Young and I are praying for you.”

January 16, 2023

William Bishop wrote a sympathy message

“Sincerest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Dr. Shim. Wayne was a great dentist full of integrity and ability. I will my visits to Northampton. Rest in Peace, Wayne. Bill Bishop Southbridge MA”

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