Dr. Daljeet Singh Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Dr. Daljeet Raja Singh, 72 of Higginsville, Missouri passed away peacefully in the presence of beloved family on Tuesday, August 4, 2020, at Centerpoint Medical Center in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Singh was born on June 3, 1948 in Nanded, India, and was the son of the late Raja Singh and the late Sant Kaur. Dr. Singh finished his primary education at the Parbhani Maharashtra school and went on to complete his premedical education at the Nanded Premedical School. He completed medical school at Marathwada University in Aurangabad, India. Dr. Singh immigrated to the United States in 1977. He initially lived with relatives in the Kansas City area before relocating to Higginsville to begin work as a physician at the Higginsville Habilitation Center. In the late 80's, he opened the Higginsville Medical Clinic behind Huscher's Drug Store at the corner of 19th and Main St. in downtown Higginsville. In the early 90's, he bought the Garden Bank Building and remodeled it into the new Higginsville Medical Clinic, where it stands to this day. Through the years Dr. Singh has been the Chief of Staff at LRHC; held the elected position of Lafayette County Coroner from 2004-2016; Medical Director of the Higginsville Habilitation Center; President of the Lafayette-Ray County Medical Society; President of Rotary Club; as well as caring doctor to thousands. Dr. Singh was a mentor to many young physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses and healthcare professionals throughout the area. In 2016 Ingram’s Magazine recognized Dr. Singh with their Healthcare Hero award. This award is given to individuals who have demonstrated a lifetime commitment to caring for others. Dr. Singh dedicated his life to caring for others and the community couldn't thank him enough. "I haven't had to shovel my drive in 40 years, people take care of their doctor." - Dr. Singh. His fingerprints will remain on the healthcare community throughout Lafayette County for years to come. In his private life, Dr. Singh was an avid traveler, talented chef, loved watching professional golf and seeing his Kansas City Chiefs win the Super Bowl. He would spend as much time as he could golfing, hunting, and fishing with his dearest friends. He was a member of the Higginsville Rotary Club for over four decades and privately engaged in numerous charitable events. The greatest joy of Dr. Singh's life was taking care of the members of his community. He viewed his profession as a hobby, one that he considered his number one love. He extracted so much joy from helping patients - it was never a job, but an honor. His door was always open, and his phone was always on. His passion for medicine truly was his life force, and his love for the town of Higginsville kept him going even in his weakest moments. Dr. Singh, the world will never know your like again, a beloved husband, loving father, doting grandfather, and truest friend and healer to all you knew. You have cared for so many for so long, may you rest in peace. Dr. Singh is survived by his beloved wife, Linda Singh of the home; two daughters, Manu Singh and husband Sean Foree of Leawood, KS, Sharan Singh and husband Jaron Cupak of Brooklyn, NY; two grandchildren, Nathan and Salem Ponnuru; one step-daughter, Stephanie Cramer and husband Eric Cramer; two step-grandchildren, Charlotte and Jack Cramer; and one brother, Madan Singh. He is further survived by an entire community that knew him and loved him. He is preceded in death by his parents, and one brother, Darshan Singh. A private funeral service will be held for family. A public visitation will be held on Thursday, August 13, 2020 from 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM at the Higginsville American Legion located at 1001 W. 22th St. Higginsville, MO 64037. Memorial contributions may be made to the Dr. Daljeet Singh Memorial Scholarship Fund (c/o Wood and Huston Bank) or the Lafayette County Cancer Coalition. The visitation is open to the public, but out of respect for the sacrifices Dr. Singh gave for the better of our local healthcare, social distancing and masks are required as an honor to his Legacy.

Dr. Daljeet Singh

June 3, 1948 - August 4, 2020