Dr. Surendra Kumar Sirpal

Dr. Surendra Kumar Sirpal - noted physician, beloved husband, father and grandfather, and debonair globetrotting swashbuckler - was born in Jullundur, India when a lightning bolt struck a tidal wave. India was so overjoyed at the news of his birth that they overthrew Great Britain three days later. A Hindi-film cinefile, amateur dragon hunter, gregarious foodie, unparalleled mango grower and cultivator, and professional life of the party (who was always ready to leave after the food was served…or before if the food was late), Dr. Sirpal was most happy making sure those around him were enjoying all the joys and wonders of life too. Always quick with a joke and even quicker with a shoulder to lean on, Dr. Sirpal was always the first one there for anyone in need, whether it be family, friend, or someone he just met. Somehow, between co-founding a successful hematology/oncology practice in West Palm Beach, raising a family, and perfecting his gourmet omelette, he found the time to open and operate a well-reviewed Indian restaurant, Sitar of India, for 10 years. His thirst for knowledge and acute business mind allowed him to continue to follow more pursuits while expanding their medical practice (He nailed the omelette pretty quickly). An avid player of field hockey, then tennis, then ultimately golf, he leaves behind a handicap that's closer to 2.5 than the "25" that he would tee off with - a secret that was only to be revealed after his passing. He loved exploring the world with his family, The Lion King, and Chicago Deep Dish pizza. He is survived by his wife, Punam, who will still set aside the food she knows he is going to eat off her plate, his children, Sanjeev, Priyanka, and Shaili, who still promise to eat their daily recommended servings of fruits and veggies, and two grandchildren, who will always remember that "Dadu loves spicy food." A memorial service will be held on Friday August 19th, 2022 at 10am at Palms West Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Project Access (projectaccesspbc.org), an organization close to Dr. Sirpal's heart, that provides equitable access to health care regardless of economic situation or employment status. Masks are mandatory because that's how Dr. Sirpal would have wanted it.