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Constantin ARTZIBUSHEV Obituary
died on March 26, 2017. This is a tribute to a gentleman who epitomized hard work, generosity, and character. During his 96 years his journey brought him from an independent Lithuania where he was born into a prominent Russian family through the turmoils of World War II to the United States. An OB-GYN physician for over 50 years, with over 12,000 babies delivered, his fortunate arrival to Tampa Municipal Hospital in 1950 cemented his life-long love of the Tampa Bay area. A past President of the North Tampa Rotary Club, he was awarded the Richard Harris Fellow Award in 1986. Dr. Artzibushev established one of the first endowed scholarships to benefit the University of South Florida Medical School in 1974 in memory of his brother and spouse, Peter and Militza Artzybushev. The "Doc" was one of the ten original founders of Women's Hospital as well as a strong supporter of the Judeo Christian Clinic. He was one of the first doctors who, with the permission of Sister Marie Celeste of St. Joseph's Hospital, allowed husbands into the labor rooms. A veteran of the Korean War, he returned to Tampa to open his private practice in 1958.
Dr. Artzibushev is predeceased by his wife, Anastasia, and is survived by his son, Dimitri Artzibushev (Sonya); his daughter, Nadine Mamontoff (Andres); as well as grandchildren, Constantin Artzibushev, Sasha Artzibushev (Wade Hampton), Alexandra Mamontoff, and Peter Mamontoff; and great-granddaughter, Emmerson Hampton.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Militza and Peter Artzibushev Scholarship in Medicine. Donations may be made at https://usffdn.usf.edu/ua-giving/ or by sending your donation to USF Health Development and Alumni Relations, 12901 Bruce B. Downs Blvd. MDC70, Tampa, FL 33612. (Please indicate 256040 in the memo portion of your check), or to the Judeo-Christian Clinic, St. John's Greek Orthodox Church, or St. Andrew's Russian Orthodox Church.
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Memories and Condolences
for Constantin ARTZIBUSHEV
Bruce Shephard
March 21, 2019
What a dear friend with great professional skills sense of humor and all-around great guy you could look up to talk to and confide in.
Anne Kutchmire
April 22, 2017
As a labor and delivery RN I was honored to have worked with Dr. Artzie, back in the eighties. I was out of town and did not realize until just yesterday that he had passed. I have the deepest respect for him as a physician and gentleman. We always had his special red rubber bulb syringe and forceps ready and always knew he had his little black book with all his patient's info in his pocket. He kept track of every baby he delivered. After he retired from OB, he always brought us freshly picked citrus from his groves. My deepest condolences to all of his family. Tampa has lost a fine physician and philanthropist.
Joy Fernandez/Denney
April 7, 2017
It is with my deepest condolences that I writ this to such a wonderful Gentleman's family. Dr Artzibushev delivered all 4 of my children in addition to a couple of surgeries. He was the most patient, amazing and caring Dr. I have ever had. I would never have gone to anyone else. I was so sad when he retired . I thought the absolute world of him. He will be so missed.
April 4, 2017
My sympathy to his family. It was an honor to have met him through birth and Rotary.
Larry Cox
Riverview Fl
Robin Mattson
April 3, 2017
While I didn't know Dr. Artzibushev, I did know Nadine, many many years ago. We each took Piano lessons from Mrs. Dworshak back in the 70s. My deepest condolences in the loss of your dad. From reading his obit it is obvious that he was a very accomplished man and from the tributes written here, very well thought of. God bless you all at this difficult time.
Carolyn Steves
March 31, 2017
My condolences to the family of this wonderful man. He delivered my 3 children as well as performed surgeries on myself, my sister and my daughter. We have the upmost respect for this brilliant doctor and know that The Lord has a special place in heaven for him.
Jeannie Fiedler
March 31, 2017
My deepest sympathy to Dr. Artzi's family and close friends. He delivered several babies in my family, and was held in the highest regard.
May God surround you all with His love and peace.
Kelly Bell
March 30, 2017
Dr. Artzibushev had such a profound impact on so many lives through the Judeo Christian Health Clinic. his contributions are so appreciated. Please accept our deepest condolences. Most Sincerely, Kelly Bell on behalf of the Judeo Christian Health Clinic
Peter Knight, M.D.
March 30, 2017
It is with sadness that I read of "Artzi", as we called him, and yet it is with joy that he is now in heavenly rest. Artzi was a loyal friend and a dedicated and caring physician. He often voluntarily assisted younger gynecologists and would have kept going in his 80's if the hospital would have allowed it. He was a tennis partner of mine for many years, playing up to his 90th year. His life has influenced many people and we're all thankful for having known him. My prayers for his family in their loss.
March 30, 2017
Our deepest sympathy for such a great man. He delivered our three girls one of which was a difficult birth but not for him. One of the kindest men we ever knew.
John & Evelyn Pergola
Darrin Reasor
March 30, 2017
Our prayers go out to the Artzibuchev family
Marcy Ryan
March 29, 2017
Nadine, Dimitri & Families - please accept my condolences on the passing of your father/grandfather. It was truly an honor to have known such a great person. He will be truly missed and always remembered.
March 29, 2017
Very sorry for your loss. In my limited contact found him to be a very nice gentleman who obviously was a major influence Dimitri as to why you are the same..We can only hope that our well wishes help in some small way.
Respectfully, Steve Oppenheim and Family
Dr. Toni Scaglione
March 29, 2017
My deepest and most profound sympathy to all of his beautiful family. Dr. Artzibushev was my OB/GYN for many years, delivered both of my sons, and performed a very difficult emergency surgery on me soon after my second son was born. He was the most incredible doctor and amazing man. I was just talking about him the other day to a friend - relaying his most hilarious and sarcastic humor. I am deeply saddened by his passing. May you find peace. My prayers for all of you.
Gregory Gochtovtt
March 29, 2017
My deepest condolences Dimitri and Sonya. I have good eve memories of us all in Tampa, the lake, and all the family dinners. Constantin was always kind to us, and he even taught me to shoot a basketball on his court at the house. I remember well his sky blue convertible beetle which he loved so much. I am sure he is watching us all from Paradise.
Gregory Gochtovtt
March 29, 2017
My condolences to you Dimitri and Sonya for the loss of a great man. I remember the great times we had on the lake and Kotik's beloved light blue convertible Volswagen bug. He even taught me a few things about throwing a basketball on his basketball hoop. I remember picking up the oranges in his orange garden and all the family dinners we had at his lovely house.
I am sure he is watching over us in heaven.
March 29, 2017
So very sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful doctor and I had great trust in him. He delivered my children and took care me also for many years. Truly thank God for him.
Parry
Bruce Shephard
March 29, 2017
Dr. Archie was one of the best physicians Tampa has ever seen-a kind, generous, skillful doctor with one of the largest solo practices in this community. I was privileged to be his colleague, friend and tennis partner-he held his own on the courts into his 80's. Archie, I will miss you and always treasure knowing you as a role model of a human being.
Rose Russo Rosanelli DDS
March 29, 2017
Dimitri, Nadine, and Sonya, I am so sorry for your loss. He was a Legendary Tampa Gentleman physician- a rare gem to be admired. His children, grandchildren,and great-granddaughter, have been blessed to have him as a father and a true medical philanthropist. May your hearts be forever filled with beautiful memories of his spirit.
Diane
March 29, 2017
He was my Doctor in the early 60s and 70s. Just about all the women in my family went to " Dr. Archie" as we called him. He was so sweet and understanding. Prayer for his family.
March 28, 2017
May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11
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