Andrew Herzenberg

Andrew Herzenberg

Andrew Herzenberg Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 3, 2010.
HERZENBERG, Andrew Mark Tragically, on May 29th, 2010, while in Alaska, Andrew's life was taken by an avalanche. Born in South Africa on June 23, 1971, Andrew was raised in Windsor, Ontario. He graduated from U of T Medical School in 1996, trained in pathology at UBC, did a fellowship in Renal Pathology at UHN in Toronto then joined the staff of UHN as an Assistant Professor in 2003. Andrew was passionate about renal research and was nationally and internationally recognized. He was an energetic and unstoppable athlete, and a loyal friend, who was committed to his culture and traditions. Andrew adored his wife, Leanne Shafir, and their beautiful, talented daughters, Talia, 11 and Gabrielle, 8. He was an immensely devoted "Papa". He leaves behind and will be deeply missed by his parents, Vivian Herzenberg (Irv Goldman), Martin Herzenberg (Kelly), his brother Laurence Herzenberg (Alice Zhao) and sister, Karen Stephens (Tom) - as well as Leanne's parents, Sharon Shafir (Bill Petrusiak) and Max Shafir (Michelle Aboody), her brother Mark Shafir (Michelle Preyde) and sister Cary Shafir (Sid Brodovsky). He was a cherished nephew to Peter (Beverley Kunz), and their children Haley and Tracey, as well as to Myrtle Herzenberg and her daughters Carmen and Ruth. He will be sadly missed by his nieces and nephews Adam, Parker, Leah, Maren and Micah as well as countless colleagues and close friends. In lieu of flowers, and in honor of Andrew's memory, a fund has been established in his name to support renal pathology research at UHN: www.herzenbergtribute.ca or 416-340-4430. For service information please contact Benjamin's Park Memorial Chapel, 416-663-9060 or www.benjamins.ca

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December 27, 2011

I wish Leanne, Talia, and Gabrielle the best, I know how hard it's been and they are the strongest people I have ever met. Andrew's memory will live on forever because there are always people to keep it burning strong.

July 19, 2010

Dear Leanne and family,
Just became aware of the tragic passing of Andrew.Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

Paula (Herzenberg) and Michael Phillips in Vancouver BC.

June 29, 2010

Dear Vivian and family

We are so sorry to hear about Andrew's tragic passing. He inspired and helped so many people. We will remember his warmth and sparkling personality.
God bless

Alan and Marleine Levin and Eva Kay

Ross Spettigue

June 29, 2010

Andrew was a student of mine in the Gifted Class at the Belle River DHS. Andrew was a brilliant student (he was kind enough not to patronize my lack of giftedness) and possessed a great sense of humour. I shall remember Andrew with both respect and warmth. God Bless.

Cliff, Allison, Kimberly and Joshua Menezes

June 12, 2010

Dear Vivian and family,
We are so sorry to hear about Andrew's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Andrew's family at this difficult time.

Eli Goldstein

June 9, 2010

We were most shocked to hear of your devastating loss. Our condolences to the whole family. The Goldstein's in Johannesburg

Emily Menezes

June 8, 2010

Vivian and Family,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathies.

R.P.N. nurse Maria Vujatovic

June 8, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

David Berger-Richardson

June 7, 2010

To the Herzenberg family,
For many summers camp Gesher was priviledged by the services of Dr. Andrew. He took genuine interest in all of the campers and staff. His energy was contagious.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and I am very sorry for your loss.

-DBR

Elysia Croneen

June 7, 2010

As Martin's first cousin, I send my condolences and my deepest sympathy to the whole Herzenberg family. I never had the pleasure of meeting Andrew, but heard all about him from my son Gerard who stayed with the family in Windsor some years ago. He found Andrew very sympathetic and kind.
.My thoughts are with you all

June 7, 2010

Dr. M. Herzenberg

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Deslippe Family, Anthony & Carole

Michael

June 7, 2010

Dear Vivian,

I only wish you gather every ounce of strength to get through this tragedy, and may you be able to spend many long ,fruitful and loving years with Andrew's children - your grandchildren.
My heart goes out to and may G-d watch over Andrew's soul

Gerard Croneen

June 7, 2010

To the herzenbergs

My heartfelt condolences to you all. Thinking of you all at this difficult time
Gerard Croneen( andrew's australian cousin)

francesca chine

June 6, 2010

Dr. Herzenberg and family
sorry to hear of the tragic loss of your son. our deepest condolences and prayers go out to you and your family,
Francesca & Vince Chine

Melissa Heron

June 5, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with the Herzenberg Family.

Jennifer Rowe

June 5, 2010

Thinking of you and your families and wishing you comfort in this difficult time of sorrow. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Linda & Bev Haviland

June 5, 2010

Dear Vivian,
Although we have not been in touch for several years,it is with great saddness to have to be in touch at such a tragic time for you and your family. Please except are deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

David & Dianne Tarcia

June 5, 2010

Dear Martin and family;

We are saddened to hear of the loss of your son. We pray that God will comfort your hearts and give you strength. You have wonderful memories of great son. Love and prayers.

Heather Ouimet

June 4, 2010

Dear Martin, Kelly and Family,
I was saddened to hear of the sudden loss of your son Andrew. May family, friends,God and wonderful memories sustain you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

walter & susan muroff

June 4, 2010

Our deepest sympathies

Marcel Ouimet

June 4, 2010

Martin, Kelly and Family:
I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Marcel Ouimet

Ken & Stacey Arndt

June 3, 2010

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Gordon & Colleen Fraser

June 3, 2010

So sorry for your great loss of Andrew

June 3, 2010

We are so very sorry to hear of this tragedy. We have known the Herzenberg family for many years, through schooling, sport and living close to each other in Tecumseh. Andrew was a lovely, lovely man. Our thoughts are with you all.
Jennifer and Matt Barry

Frank McMahon

June 3, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time

Swasti Chaturvedi

June 3, 2010

Andrew was a great teacher and a very warm person. He will be greatly missed.

June 3, 2010

Our deepest sympathies.

Thistle Imaging

GIl Korn

June 3, 2010

Andrew was a wonderful, kind soul and I am terribly saddened by the news. I am thinking of Leanne, Talia and Gabrielle.

Dr. David Bridgeo

June 3, 2010

So sorry to hear of the passing of a wonderful man! May he rest in peace!

Danielle Drouillard Gignac

June 3, 2010

Our deepest sympathies for the tragic loss of your son. May God bless you and your family as you deal with his passing.

Danielle, Kevin and Madison

Lori Chomick

June 3, 2010

Dr. Martin & family,

My thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with you at this very sad time.

Evelyn Wagner

June 3, 2010

I remember Andrew from his days at Sandwich West Public School. Very sad to hear the news. My deepest condolences to his family for their loss.

June 3, 2010

Dear Vivian & Family:
Words cannot express our sincere condolences on the tragic passing of your beloved son "Andrew".

My God give you strength during this difficult time.

Love.......Sharron & Renato

Peggy Wilkinson

June 3, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Preyde Family (Michele's mother & sisters)

June 2, 2010

Leanne, Talia, and Gabrielle, you are in our thoughts with deepest sympathy.

Shonna & Marty

June 2, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Herzenberg family in this most diffult time.

Angela Pipitone

June 2, 2010

My deepest condolences to the family. Andrew was a great guy in high school. I am really sad to hear this news.

Sandra Kardum

June 2, 2010

Dr. Martin & Family,

Know that we are thinking about you and will keep you in our prayers during this most difficult and shocking time. May all the memories you have of Andrew, of all the lives that he has touched and inspired, put a smile on your heart.

Jerry Kardum & Family

June 2, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you
The Napier Family

Mary Anne VanWatteghem

June 2, 2010

Vivian and family,
My deepest and most heartfelt condolences to you in these most painful of moments. Please take care of each other and know many are thinking of you.

Mike Schmidt

June 2, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family in this time of sorrow. The Schmidt Family

Ron and Wenli Frisch

June 2, 2010

Martin and Vivian,
Our deepest condolences on your tragedy.

David Stchyrba

June 2, 2010

My deepest condolences to the Herzenberg and Shafir families. I have known the Herzenberg family for years and last spoke to Andrew at his sisters wedding.

Paula Prosper

June 2, 2010

Dr. Herzenburg and Family,So sorry to hear of your loss but Treasure the Memories I'm sure your son has given you over the years.With Our Deepest Sympathy(Former Patients)Bill & Paula Prosper.Edmonton AB.

Geoff Dresser

June 2, 2010

My deepest condolences to the Herzenberg family. Andrew was one my closest friends in high school. He was highly intelligent, funny, always positive. I am so sad that he's gone.

Shelley Waronchak

June 2, 2010

25 years ago, we met at SPSC and quickly became friends. Many of us were drawn to your humour, wit and intelligence. We all shared so many unforgettable memories together. I am flooded with the one-liners and jokes that we all had in common. As time passed by, you moved away, our friendship grew apart but Andrew you were never forgotten, or far away from the stories I told. While sailing last night, I was the helmsman for the first time in so many years and you were like wind in my hair…everywhere and running free!

I am so honoured to have known such an amazing, vivacious and unique individual. My deepest condolences to your two children, wife and the family I once knew back in Windsor.

June 2, 2010

My deepest sympathy in the loss of your son.

Sincerely, Klara Meisel

Bev Porter

June 2, 2010

I was in shock to hear the tragic news of your son's passing. I worked with his wife Leanne about 10 years ago in Vancouver and though I hadn't met Andrew I had heard wonderful things about him. I feel so badly for you all and especially Leanne and his two beautiful daughters Talia and Gabrielle. I am sure you know that there are many lives that were so positively touched by him and his family. Myself and a great number of people in the Family Justice Division in British Columbia want to extend their heart felt sympathy to you and all his loved ones.

Jim & Kelly McCabe and family

June 2, 2010

May the love and memories of this wonderful man, son, father and brother comfort and sustain you all at this the difficult of times...
Our heartfelt condolences to both families at this time and always!

DENIS & CATHY MORAND

June 2, 2010

As former long-time across the steet neighbours of Andrew and his family, we remember Andrew as a wonderful young man. Our sympathies to the Herzenberg family.

June 2, 2010

Dr. M. Herzenberg & Family
Heartfelt condolences to your families.

Lisa Goudreau & Family

Gavin Oudit

June 2, 2010

We are deeply saddened by Andrwew's death. My wife and I worked extensively with Andrew and he will be missed as a colleague and friend. We will value his work and his love for the outdoors.

Our deepest condolences to his family.

Gavin and Zamaneh

Gerald Butler

June 2, 2010

Very sad to hear the news. I have not seen Andrew in almost 20 years but his impression is still left with me.
My condolences to his family for their loss.

Sarah Rutherford

June 2, 2010

Dr. Herzenberg, I am so very sorry for you loss. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Sincerely, Sarah Rutherford and Family

Colleen Porter

June 2, 2010

I am so sorry to hear of your loss, please know that I am praying for you and your family at this most difficult time.

June 2, 2010

What a loss Canada is the poorer with his passing sincere condolences Morna & Pat

Ruth Liebman

June 2, 2010

Our condolences to your entire family.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Ruth & Shael Liebman

duncan&karin&family cundle

June 2, 2010

our condolences to you and your family Dr.wishing you and the family our best

Almir Smajlovic

June 2, 2010

Our deepest condolences to Herzenberg family.

Family Smajlovic

Mark Haas

June 2, 2010

Andrew was an outstanding renal pathologist and a true gentleman who embodied all that is good about the medical profession. He will be greatly missed in the international renal pathology and nephrology communities. Sincere condolences to Andrew's family.

June 2, 2010

god bless you...

Ewa Pudlak

June 1, 2010

My deepest Condolences do Dr. Andrew Herzenberg's Family.

Lynda Leopold

June 1, 2010

I knew Andrew in high school and he was brilliant, as the story says. My condolences to his family on the loss of a gifted son.

June 1, 2010

We are deelpy saddened to hear of Andrew's death. After reading of his many accomplishments and knowing what a nice man he was, we feel honoured to have known him during his time in Guelph. Our most sincere condolences go out to the Herzenberg and Shafir families.

Renee Beland and Edward Chung

June 1, 2010

I'm so sorry to hear the terrible news of such a loss to your family and the community. My thoughts are with you. Please take care of each other.
Sincerely, Carla Winterbottom

Ted Weidinger

June 1, 2010

My deepest condolences go out to the Herzenberg family, my thoughts and prayers are with you always.

June 1, 2010

My Condolences to Andrew's family.

J Simard & Family

Ken Chase

June 1, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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