C. A. YOZGAT

I can't tell you why, but for some reason this lovely man's memory popped into my head this evening, 50 years after I first met him. I was a student at the University of Florida, and was not well, and had been admitted to the infirmary. My physician asked for a psychiatric consult and in walked Dr. Yozgat. He proceeded to save my life, by asking one simple question. Why don't you wait and see what your life has to offer? Here I am, 50 years later, retired after a career in not-for-profit,...

I had fond memories of Yozy as I called him. One day I stopped by his office and chatted with him. He was so greateful as he had nothing to do and thanked me for coming to rescue him from boredom. We started talking about Turkey and I added my time that I had spent there while in the Navy. We pulled off a piece of desk calendar and he drew a map of Turkey to aid our discussion. What a wonderful time we had that day! I will never forget that map of Turkey! I admired and loved him. I am...

I don't know of a way to contact those of you who have written with your kind words following my father's death. I want to say I have so appreciated hearing from you.

Rizan, recently learned of your father's death. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.

John Fuller

Rizan, I am so sorry to hear of your father's. Although many years have passed between us, i always have remembered his sunny disposition. My condolences to you and to your family.

Kim. I am sorry to hear of your father's passing. Know that my thoughts are with you and Marcy and your family at this time.

My deepest sympathies to Dr Yozgat's family. I had the privilege to work with him at Meridian for several years and greatly admired him for his integrity and wonderful stories. He always took time to be kind to other no matter their station in life and was a wonderful mentor.
Geneva Ziller

My sincere sympathies to the family of Dr. Yozgat. I knew and worked with him for several years when he was with Community Mental Health. He was a great professional and friend. Betty Strayer

kim and family i am sorry for your recent loss. your dad is now up with the angels and his loved ones. your family is in my thoughts.