To Gaby, Bennett, Claire & Saul,
With great sadness I say goodbye to a  part of the family, who felt like a friend, even at a far distance.
I shall cherish all the best holiday family photos ever.
much peace to all.

I was so sorry to hear of the loss of Dr. Helfgott!  Even though he left UT Houston Ob/Gyn a long time ago he left a wonderful lasting impression on those of us still here who remember his fun upbeat personality!  My prayers and condolences go out to his family.

I am so sorry about your loss. I grew up in the five towns and  I was a resident when Andy was fellow.  He was a great guy and a wonderful mentor and teacher.

I just found out about Dr. Helfgott.  I worked with him at GRU, and admired and appreciated his passion and enthusiasm for his profession and his patients.  I am truly sorry to hear about his passing, and I send prayers of comfort for his family.

Claire, Saul, Bennet and Michele, what a sad and painful loss.  My heart breaks for you. Certainly Andrew left a deep and meaningful legacy, not only in his work but more importantly, his life.  I will think so fondly of him.  I can only hope my Mom and Dad are busy catching up with him now.  With much love and my deepest condolences.

Jusit found out today.I knew the whole Helgott family growing up and always knew Andrew as Michele's big brother. My deepest condolences.
Jill Samuels Horbacewicz

Dear Gabrielle and family, May God be with in your time of sorrow.  So sorry for the loss of your loved one.

I worked with Dr. Helfgott during his tenure at GRU. He was always supportive and thoughtful. I admired his care of patients. I do not know his family but am so sorry for your loss.

On behalf of the Alumni Association and the Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara, please accept our sincere sympathy.  Words are of little comfort at this time, but know our prayers and thoughts are with your family.

My thoughts & prayers go out to Andy's family at this difficult time. I'll never forget the fun times we had at Hun! You'll always have a special place in my heart.

Andy was a good friend of my fathers. Whenever he would come in town I would ask my dad "That's your cool friend right? The one with the ear ring?"I thought he was so cool with his swagger, cigars, and laid back attitude. Andy and I shared a passion for Hurricanes Football. Once I was old enough I would go to as many games as I could, and would often see Andy. The Canes family will never be the same without Andy. RIP dear friend.

One cannot think of Andy without remembering his laugh and the twinkle in his eyes. We share in your profound loss.

Hold on to all of your good memories. They will help to comfort you.

What can I say but, my heart has an empty spot. There will always be great memories. Love to your family.

Many good memories.  Love to Claire, Saul, and all of Andrew's family.

I and my family extend our deepest condolences at the death of your loved one. Dr. Helfgott touched many in the years we were acquainted and never failed to make an indelible impression on those he met; Andy certainly changed the course of my life. May you always find a way to let the warmth of your love for him outshine the pain of his loss.

Gabrielle, Alexandra, Jonathan, and William,
  I am so sorry to hear of your loss.  Your dad was a wonderful, loving father.  Cherish your memories! You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

To all of Andy's loved ones:                                               May the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob comfort you and give you His peace. May He extend His mercy and grace to you, now and always, doing His works of grace in your lives wherever needed, always keeping you in His hand and in His love.      Clyde. H. Dorr. II. MD

Dr. Helfgott was a very loving, charismatic, and fun man that has played a important part in my life.  I have had the privilege to know and call Dr. H a caring friend for the last five years.  He was extremely nice and concerned about his staff.  He will be deeply missed.  My heart, prayers, and love goes out to his wife, children, and family.  Dr. H may you  rest in peace for God has truly chosen an awesome angel. “Go Canes"

Please call upon us if you need help Gabby.  After all we adopted you and those precious children while you were in Pensacola.  Clyde and Nancy Dorr

Andy was a dear friend, a loving, kind man, an excellent physician, a learned Maternal Fetal Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialist colleague, and a joy to be around. We will miss him greatly.

You and your family are in our prayers. May you be in peace.


I first met Andy over the telephone when I returned his call and got his voice message. It ended with "Go Canes."  When I finally reached him, I said the Canes were not doing so well that year and he should really consider changing the message or even picking another team. He laughed and said "no way Wash." That  was the way he was, when he set his mind to do something, he did it and you could depend on him.
 
Another memory is when we met in Tallahassee one day in the fall to attend the Noles/Canes game or as he would say the Canes/Noles game. He loved those Canes. We tail-gated, shared advice, told stories, probably some lies, ate and had one or two drinks all in the heavy pouring rain. I really forgot who won the game (probably the Noles) but it was a good, memorable and enjoyable day away from our many tasks and just with friends. We were buddies. He talked frequently about many of his hopes and desires. We were also confidants as his successful career which was shortened way to soon moved along.
 
Andy also loved his wife and children and made many many sacrifices for them along the way just so they would be cared for and comfortable. He talked about the long trip on weekends from St. Petersburg to Georgia to see and be with them but he did it for his family.
 
Andy loved and cared also for the SMFM. Many of us nominated, voted and supported him to become a Board member. He was so pleased when he made it. So where many of us. I sure am pleased now that he received that honor. He showed that he deserved it through his hard work and program planning. He so much wanted to make the 2015 meeting but God had other plans.  He is gone far to soon and will be missed as well as his caring spirit, work, advice and encouragement by many of us.
 
It is a sad day. Rest well friend forever. Go Canes!!
 
Until we meet again,
 
Wash
 
Washington Clark Hill, M.D., FACOG
Human Resources for Health Program Rwanda
Duke University School of Medicine
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Maternal-Fetal Medicine
Instructor-Duke University Medical Center
Kigali, Rwanda
Dr.washingtonhill@gmail.com

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Andrew Helfgott

October 24, 1957 – September 7, 2014

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