Jacqueline Kaye Halsey

Dr. J. Kaye Halsey Jacqueline Kaye Halsey, M.D. was taken away from us by a sudden heart attack while she was playing golf, one of her most cherished activities. She passed away on Friday, August 12, 2016 at UVA Medical Center, surrounded by her family, friends, colleagues and loved ones. Dr. Halsey was an amazing woman who served our community as a doctor, confidant, advisor and friend to so many people. She was born in Norfolk, Virginia on March 1, 1952. She grew up in Virginia Beach, graduating from Kempsville High School in 1970 and then getting her pre-med degree from Radford University in 1974. In 1978, Kaye graduated from the University of Virginia School of Medicine. She subsequently undertook her post graduate training in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, completing her Residency in 1982. Dr. Halsey was the second woman to complete Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency training at University of Virginia Medical Center. The first woman had completed her Residency in 1934! We owe these courageous women a debt of gratitude for paving the way for future generations of women to fulfill their talents in the medical profession. Dr. Halsey opened her practice in Charlottesville and joined the medical staff of Martha Jefferson Hospital in July 1982 as an Obstetrician/Gynecologist. Over her long career at Martha Jefferson Hospital, Dr. Halsey was Section Chief for the OB/GYN Section in 1987 and 1988. She was Chief of Surgery from 1994 to 1995 and also served on the Medical Executive, Operating Room and Quality Assurance Committees during those years. Dr. Halsey had a very rewarding and fulfilling career, serving our community for 32 years, delivering countless babies into the world and providing superb care for her patients. Dr. Halsey closed her practice and retired from the medical staff of Martha Jefferson Hospital on February 28, 2014. She enjoyed her retirement by traveling, playing golf and tennis, kayaking, hiking, reading novels and most of all, spending time with all of her dear friends. She was predeceased by her parents Cecil M. Halsey, Sr. and Jacqueline Cleo Davis Halsey. She is survived by her life partner, Christine Shaw, who received the most precious gift of all, her unconditional love. She is also survived by her family, her stepmother Marlene Fett Halsey who she lovingly called Mom, her brother Cecil Marlin Halsey, Jr. and his wife Sadie and children, her brother Kelly Eugene Halsey, his wife Patty and children, her sister Cecile Marlene Halsey and her sister Tara Lue Savage and children. Kaye Halsey was an amazing woman who wanted to use her talents and knowledge to help others. She was selfless and full of strength, compassion, love, and understanding. Her beautiful smile, charming wit and brilliant blue eyes put many a patient at ease. In lieu of flowers, Dr. Halsey would want everyone to take care of their personal health and see their doctors for all annual screenings. A memorial service will be conducted Saturday, September 10, at 1 p.m. at West Suffolk Baptist Church, 1001 Kenyon Road in Suffolk, Virginia. A Celebration of Life Ceremony to take place in Charlottesville will be announced at a later date to commemorate the illustrious life of this immensely talented, beautiful and beloved woman. If anyone has stories to share with her partner Christine, please send them to [email protected]. We all are mourning the loss of a truly special woman!