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DR. BISWAJIT ANDREW MALLICK
Born: Nov 18, 1964
Date of Passing: Sep 12, 2012
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryDR. BISWAJIT ANDREW MALLICK On September 12, 2012 the world lost an exceptionally talented and dedicated Doctor; a son, brother, husband and friend. Dr. Biswajit Andrew Mallick passed away peacefully with his family by his side following an illness that he fought with courage, strength and dignity until his last days. Throughout his sickness, his resilience and unwavering sense of humour were inspiring to those around him. Andrew Mallick was born in London, England on November 18, 1964 to parents Kiron and Lakshmi Mallick (nee Roy), who had immigrated to the UK from Bangladesh. He was little brother to big sister Tulip Mallick (Schnerch). After residing in the southeast London suburb of Clapham, at the age of 11 Andrew and his family immigrated to Canada, settling in Treherne, Manitoba. The Mallick family was regarded highly in the small community; his father Kiron was a talented physician, delivering hundreds of babies throughout the years. Like most young boys, Andrew was mischievous and playful, and stories of his young rebellions in Treherne would later serve as a topic of humour at family dinner parties. Some of you may recognize the following; the shed story, the Christmas train story, his lone trips to the park, Boo, and his midnight escapes... Not surprisingly, Andrew was sent off to boarding school for his teenage years... attending St. Johns Ravenscourt in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Andrew excelled at academics and was well liked amongst his peers; traits that would carry on into adulthood. Andrew graduated with a Doctor of Medicine (honours) from the University of Manitoba in 1988, and began his 23 year medical career at the Health Sciences Centre. In 1996 he married Karen, and the two started a family together in Royalwood. The family consisted of three children: Taryn, Ashton and Brooke. In 2003 he met his wife Rhonda, as the attending physician to her late mother at the Grace Hospital ICU. Our family still laughs at his bold sense of style; a look à la Austin Powers is still a running joke. I'm sure his co-workers would agree that his style choices didn't fit the bill of a typical physician, but we would frequently hear, oh but he's such an amazing doctor... as a follow-up. His style was a reflection of his personality; his charisma, energy, passion for life and love for music. Andrew was a true unique, and it showed through in every aspect of his life. He had SO many friends, from all walks of life, and was never one to judge, but at the same time was cautious on who he let close to him. He ALWAYS told jokes. While sitting to dinner and a silence came over the group you'd always hear Andrew, A man walks into a bar... or whatever other prelude to a joke that he had at the time. His jokes were often cringe worthy and inappropriate, and to leave out that small detail would be a disservice to him, as I'm sure he did it on purpose and it was a reflection of his younger days as a mischievous little boy. His niece Jessica would like it to be known that she always got his jokes and laughed - even if no one else did. He married his soul mate Rhonda on April 15, 2009 in Riviera Maya, Mexico. It was a romantic ceremony on the beach. She cried, her daughters cried, and I'm sure Andrew cried on the inside. It was a very special day and it was the beginning of some of the most enjoyable years of his life. To try and sum up the love between Andrew and Rhonda in words would be unfair. The life that they shared together was full of adventure, passion and patience. Lots of patience...Like all passionate love affairs, it wasn't without it's challenges and squabbles. But, a mutual respect and deep love meant that a disagreement never lasted more than a day. Together they were avid travelers, enjoying places such as Mexico (several times), Dominican Republic, Florida, Chicago, Las Vegas and several Canadian cities to see concerts that Andrew was worried would never make it to Winnipeg. While on vacation Andrew insisted on checking out the best restaurants (he was a foody), and visited every Hard Rock Café. It must be mentioned here that he had a passion for sushi; drenched in wasabi and soya sauce, served with a diet Pepsi, or an extra spicy virgin Caesar, (a drink that niece Jessica and boyfriend Josh toasted with after news of his passing). Andrew and Rhonda also went on weekend retreats throughout Manitoba, and always came back with funny stories about their adventures. The best of which would be the time they went canoeing, tipped the canoe upside down, nearly drowned themselves and ruined all of their electronics. As was said before, and this can't be stressed enough, Andrew had SO many friends. He thoroughly enjoyed a good gathering at his home in which he was always the perfect host. His generosity shone through with ample amounts of food and drinks while his guests enjoyed the pool, hot tub, and a nice intimate chat around the fire. I know that honourable mentions should be done here, but there were just too many of you to name, and I'm sure you know who you are. While I know that many of you are reading this with pain and sadness in your hearts, I would also hope that you celebrate Andrew's life and give him a smile. He would also appreciate a cheers and a joke in his honour. He will always be with us in spirit...until we meet again. Andrew is survived by his loving wife Rhonda ( me and you forever ), father and mother: Dr. Kiron and Lakshmi Mallick, his sister Tulip and brother-in-law Henry, his brother David and sister-in-law Susan, nieces Jessica and Mona, nephew Nicholas, his children Taryn, Ashton and Brooke, his stepdaughters Christa and Kelsey, numerous friends and co-workers, and his pets Bijou Ding and Lady Gozen. A memorial service will be held Friday, September 21, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. at Winnipeg Evangelical Free Church, 500 Lagimodiere Blvd. A gathering of family and friends will be held at Glen Lawn Reception Centre, 455 Lagimodiere Blvd. following the service. A private family interment will take place at a later date. A special thank you goes out to the accommodating and gracious staff at the Grace Hospital, who were both co-workers and friends and who acted as both while attending to Andrew throughout his illness. Another special thank you to the staff in MSICU at the Toronto General Hospital for their warmth and compassion. Glen Lawn Funeral Home 982-7550
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 18, 2012
Condolences & Memories (30 entries)
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Andrew is doing well up here. He misses you all and appreciates all the moments in his life that you guys made so cherishable. - Posted by: God (Dear Friend) on: Feb 14, 2013
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I met Dr. Mallick (Andrew) when I got real sick a few years back and was in the ICU as his patient from August till just a few days after New Years. Than I was transferred to a different hospital for a few more months. I was sick a lot and every time I went into ICU Andrew was always my Dr. But we didn't act like Dr. and patient. We were more friends. When we got mad at each other we'd call each other name's but we both knew we only argued cause we cared bout each other. We always watched horror movies together that Andrew would bring from his home for me to watch and he would stay with me and watch them and laugh at it. We would have fun trying to scare the nurses, or he would act like I didn't see him sneak my candy and eat it on me :) He was awesome, and he always took great care of me. As well as try to get me better as fast as he could to get me back home to my husband, when the other dr's tried to put me in a care home. Andrew and one other dr (who is from hsc) who were the only 2 in hospital Dr's I ever had that was always on my side. I will forever miss you Andrew and will always cherish my memories of you. - Posted by: April Condie (Patient / Friend) on: Jan 23, 2013
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Andrew was irreverent alright, but I would have trusted him with my life. He was a brilliant and thoughtful physician. I will always remember the New Years eve in ICU when he peeked out from behind a curtain at midnight in the middle of a wild and busy night to say "Happy New Year" and then continued on with business. It felt like a MASH episode ...we were a family then. - Posted by: Kelly Seward (friend and collegue (Misericordia)) on: Oct 01, 2012
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I remember Andrew's jokes...I got them too (something I inherited from my Dad). You were fun-loving and will be missed by many. Rest in Peace. - Posted by: Judi McFarland (HSC Paging) on: Sep 27, 2012
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Hey Andrew, sorry to hear of your passing. Always remember the good times we had at the medical Intensve Care Unit at St. B. Will always remember and cherish you. Ian. Disorderly. - Posted by: Ian Mc Mahon (Co Worker) on: Sep 25, 2012
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Thank you Andrew for looking after my mom at Grace Hosp after her MI and you even took the time to serve her breakfast. She was a co-worker at one time. Karen Kuzych - Posted by: KK () on: Sep 22, 2012
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RIP Dad - Posted by: Ashton (Son) on: Sep 21, 2012
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Our deepest condolence to Dr. Mallick, Mrs. Mallick and family. Prayers and our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. He will be remembered and never forgotten. - Posted by: The Delichte Family St. Alphonse (Friend ) on: Sep 21, 2012
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My deepest sympathy to Andrew's family, friends, and co-workers. I knew Andrew from Treherne, when we were teenagers to early twenties. He was mischievous indeed (which added to his charisma), and also supportive and protective. So sorry for the loss. - Posted by: Marina Sedai (Friend in Teenagehood) on: Sep 21, 2012
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Our sincere condolences to the family, we met DR ANDREW a few times and he was such a beautiful person with such a great smile, he made RHONDA so very happy we are so sorry to hear of this tragic news. Be strong Rhonda your Angel is with you. GOD BLESS you and your family. Your friend Doris ST Amant and family - Posted by: DORIS ST AMANT (FRIEND) on: Sep 21, 2012
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My husband and I will always remember Andrew from social events held by the Misericordia ICU staff. He was always quick to include the "spouses"of his co-workers into the festivities. He certainly had a love of music. Tragically Hip comes to mind. And oh yes, "the pumnpkin seeds". May he rest in peace, and sincere condolences to his family and friends.He will be missed. - Posted by: Sandy Martin (co-worker Misericordia) on: Sep 21, 2012
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My deepest sympothy to Rhonda, and her family. Remembering enjoyable evenings together, Andrew & Rhonda's hospitality and generosity, Andrew's stories, jokes, his mischievous endearing smiles. I feel honoured to have known Andrew, a happy, warm, loving and devoted husband to his wife. "I shall not forget thee" - Posted by: Valerie Holder (Friend) on: Sep 21, 2012
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We are so sorry for you loss, my prayers to you and your family.... - Posted by: Susan Main (friend) on: Sep 21, 2012
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We were so sorry to hear of Andrew's passing. Although we did not know him well, we certainly knew his Mom, Dad and sister. Our sincerest condolences are extended to Andrew's entire family. God bless all of you. Wendy & Larry Rutherford - Posted by: Larry & Wendy Rutherford (friends/patients of the Holland/Treherne communities) on: Sep 20, 2012
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My heart goes out to you as you mourn the death of your son, Andrew. May you find peace in the knowledge that others share your grief.My deepest sympathy to Dr. Mallick, Lucky, Tulip , Henry and all Andrew's family - Posted by: Evelyn Clark (Friend/patient of Dr. Mallick Sr.) on: Sep 20, 2012
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Thanks to Dr Mallick and the Grace ICU staff I am alive today to raise my young children. Thank you to his parents for raising such a dedicated exceptional physician. You will be greatly missed Andrew. - Posted by: Kim Glowacki (co-worker and patient) on: Sep 20, 2012
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Our sincere condolences to the Mallick family. - Posted by: Doug and Georgette Spencer and family () on: Sep 19, 2012
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I'm so sorry to hear of your loss Dr. and Mrs. Mallick, Tulip and family. The Village Of Treherne will always have very fond memories of you and your family. - Posted by: Leigh Wood (Birch) () on: Sep 19, 2012
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I worked with Andrew at Misericordia Hospital in ICU. He was a very caring, unique, and brilliant doctor. My condolences to his family. - Posted by: Frances Boutin (past co-worker) on: Sep 19, 2012
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Will never forget the "Green Gremlin" tearing up the streets in Treherne, and can never forget you, Andrew. RIP Our sincerest condolences to 'Doc' & Lucky and all the family. - Posted by: Brian & Kim Latimer (Home town friend) on: Sep 19, 2012
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Our deepest condolences to your whole family. - Posted by: The Guertin Family (Treherne. MB) on: Sep 18, 2012
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A fantastic doctor, Dr. Mallick was always freindly and courteous to me and would always say hi Lloyd no matter how busy he was. When I was the cook at the Grace I would make him his favorite Denver w cheese and a side of ketchup and I would even serve it to him in the cafeteria. He would always say thank you or you're the best. I would always make it extra special just for him. A great person to be around. May the Lord bless you and your family. Rest in the Lord's eternal love Andrew Mallick - Posted by: Lloyd W (Freind & colleague ) on: Sep 18, 2012
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I worked with Andrew at Health Sciences Center Medical Intensive Care. He was quite a character and I will always remember him as the doctor with the cowboy boots, big belt couple and a bag of pumpkin seeds in his pocket. My sincere condolences to Rhonda and the kids as well as his parents and sister. He will be missed by many and not forgotten. - Posted by: Lydia Oliver (friend) on: Sep 18, 2012
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Remembering Andrew and thinking of all your family today. Sincere condolences from all our family. Andrew will not be forgotten. - Posted by: Linda Lawrence Lamb (Adair) (Friends) on: Sep 18, 2012
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Our deepest sympathy to you, Dr Mallick and Lucky and Tulip and families, We were so sorry to hear of your loss of a wonderful son and brother. - Posted by: Wesley and Thelma Lawrence (Friends) on: Sep 18, 2012
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My Condolenses to the Mallick family. - Posted by: Sherri Earle () on: Sep 18, 2012
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My deepest condolences to the family, especially you Dr. Mallick. Andrew was a caring and compassionate man, even with my last stay at the hospital he managed to come and say hello. He will be greatly missed but never forgotten. My prayers are with the family, Blandyna - Posted by: Blandyna Samborski (Friend) on: Sep 18, 2012
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Canoeing last year at Rushing River was also a challenge with Andrew, Rhonda, our two poodles and wife and I. We were in a 17' canoe and could hardly get anywhere, probably because we had exceeded the canoe's capacity! We had a great time nonetheless. I remember my last words to him when I last saw him at MSICU at Toronto General Hospital when I was there to determine if my liver was viable for transplant- "See you soon my brother, see you soon..." That was Friday Sept 07th at 10:50hrs. - Posted by: Richard Akong (Dear Friend) on: Sep 18, 2012
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Mehran (Sam) and I worked with Andrew at Misericordia hospital. Our sincere condolences go out to the families. We also have many fond stories of Andrew. He truly was an amazing doctor and character. May he rest in peace. Love Janice and Mehran - Posted by: Janice & Mehran Samimi (Collegues) on: Sep 18, 2012
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We will always remember any family gatherings and all the jokes Andrew and Hans would share. He would make his way around and make sure he had contact with whomever was at the event. He will be sadly missed and our thoughts a prayers are with you. - Posted by: Schareck's, Botterill's, Fontaines, Bourchier's (family) on: Sep 18, 2012
