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Posted: January 18, 2007

Icy Conditions, Speed Contribute To Fatal Nash Wreck

Wintry Conditions Claim Life Of Goldsboro Man

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Nashville, N.C. — The state Highway Patrol said the wintry conditions contributed to a fatal accident Thursday in Nash County.

Authorities said Dr. Jose Guijarro, 50, a vascular surgeon from Goldsboro, was traveling westbound on U.S. Highway 264 near N.C. Highway 231 at about 7:30 a.m. when he lost control of his pickup truck.

"He probably changed lanes slightly. The vehicle went into a skid, careened off the road, and after you go off the road, you lose control," said 1st Sgt. Keith Stone of the Highway Patrol.

According to authorities, Guijarro ran off the road and hit a tree. He was wearing a seat belt at the time of the accident, authorities said.

Troopers said speed also played a factor in the accident.

A representative from Wayne Memorial Hospital said Guijarro spent his residency in New Mexico and went to medical school at the University of Oklahoma. He worked at Eastern Carolina Surgical Associates.

Reporter: Dan Bowens
Photographer: Jamie Munden
Web Editor: Kamal Wallace

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I have no idea what type of doctor he was (if was anything like his father he was fantastic) I really don't know what kind of man he was (I had lost contact with him), I do know what kind of person he was when he was in school at Marlow, he would do anything for anyone, was hard working, and absolutely honest. He was a great student, but never looked down on anyone and was always willing to help, was a great athlete but never took advantage of anyone. He was in other words a great person. I have know doubt he carried these same traits throughout his life and will be greatly missed by everyone who ever knew him. I have spent a week thinking about some good times in school wiht Jose. Jerry Heflin

jerryheflin
January 29, 2007 2:59 p.m.

I knew Dr.G for about 16 years he was an awesome man and a great doctor I will miss him greatly my love to his family --Tyndal If you want what you deserve come see me!! WMH Josh

joshjoejake
January 28, 2007 6:03 a.m.

To the fool who said people get what they deserve, I feel sorry for you. You have no idea what you missed by not knowing Jose. I hope when tragity hits your family that there is no one as heartless or as big of a jerk as you to you & your family. Jose started Kindergarden with me fresh from his family escaping Cuba, in Marlow Ok. Could speak very little English. He became one of the best friends I ever had. Even though we lost contact over the years I never for got his humor, his dedication in everything he did, & anytime he could help me out, he was there. I didn't have to ask. A great great individual. My prayers go out to his Mom, another great person, his wife & children, his siblings & his friends & workers, which I figure are one & the same. I know there is going to big a big hole left in your heart, as in mine from his passing. God Bless, Doug Henton

dlenghyd
January 26, 2007 7:38 a.m.

It's hard to believe that it's been almost a week since this has happened. I met Dr. Guijarro as a patient first, and then came to know him better when I became employed as an xray tech at WMH. I've never met anyone whose memory was as well as his. Once he met you, he remembered you. OR room 3 and C-arm "C" will always be his. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of his friends and family. Dr. G, we will always remember you.

xraygrl
January 24, 2007 6:19 p.m.

I am just able to comment on the loss of Dr. G. He will be greatly missed here at WMH. I worked often with him "as I am a respiratory therapist" concerning surgey patients. I also new him on the other side as a family member when he did surgey on my husband several years ago. There was never a time when we met he did not inquire about my husband's health. I can say form our department at WMH he will be missed. My prayers go out to the family and the staff of Eastern Carolina Surgical Ass.

deadoug1
January 23, 2007 12:49 p.m.

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