Dr. Luis Rolan Espinoza passed away Sunday, March 29th at his residence. Dr. Espinoza was born in Pisco, Peru on July 3rd, 1943. He served as the Chief of Rheumatology at LSUHSC for 30 years. His dedication to his patients and colleagues is evident by the many contributions he made over the years. He was always available to care for a complicated patient and shared his knowledge through publications and lectures all over the world.
He was preceded in death by his father Luis Ramiro Espinoza and his brother Enrique Raul Espinoza. He is survived by his mother Luz Lelia Bernales Espinoza (Lima, Peru), his wife, Dr. Carmen Gladys Espinoza, his son Dr. Luis M. Espinoza, his daughter Dr. Gabriela Espinoza Maclin, his grandchildren Luis M. Espinoza Jr, Elyana M. Espinoza, Melvin Maclin III, Miguel A. Maclin, and Gabriel Espinoza.
Private services will be held with immediate family at this time.
In accordance with Peruvian tradition, a celebration and mass will be planned in his honor in 1 year.
The family invites you to share your thoughts, fond memories, and condolences online at www.lakelawnmetairie.com.
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