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JASON SCOTT GOLDFEDER M.D.
1970 - 2015
JASON SCOTT GOLDFEDER M.D.
1970 - 2015
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JASON GOLDFEDER Obituary
JASON SCOTT, M.D.
Born January 11, 1970, passed away, on December 9, 2015, from complications due to ALS. He was a very special person, much loved and a gifted and respected physician and educator. Dr. Goldfeder was diagnosed with ALS in November of 2004, and tried his hardest to keep his life as normal as possible for as long as he could. His prognosis was two to three years, however, his tremendous will to live gave him 11 years. He raised close to $250,000 for the ALS Association. Jason will be remembered as an exceptional doctor and educator, for his love for his family and friends and for his bravery in dealing with ALS. He is survived by his wife, Dr. Nguyet Nguyen; mother and stepfather, Judy and Arthur Sales; father and stepmother, Ron and Sherye Goldfeder; brother, Greg (Allison) Goldfeder; stepsisters, Deborah (Matthew) Graver, Lori (David) Kline, Tami (David) Palkovitz; and stepbrother, Craig Frand. He was a beloved stepbrother of Rabbi Jay David Sales (of blessed memory); and a loving uncle of Ryan and Ian Goldfeder, Shoshona and Aviva Graver, Joshua Kadosh, Hudson and Quincy Palkovitz and Emma Frand. A memorial service for Jason will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, December 11, 2015, at Congregation Beth Shalom, 5915 Beacon Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. Contributions in memory of Dr. Goldfeder may be made to the following address: The ALS Association, St. Louis Regional Chapter, 2258 Weldon Parkway, St. Louis, MO 63146.
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Gary Griffin
December 4, 2024
Again thinking of you Jason and Nguyet. God Bless. Gary and Gail
Gary and Gail Griffin
December 4, 2020
We think of Jason and you often. Fond memories we had together, especially when we all went out for oyster fest and beer................lots of laughs and good time. Stay Well Nguyet.......Love to all, Gary and Gail
Chandana Ganguli
July 30, 2016
Nguyet-please know of my deepest condolences. It was a shock to see Jason's name in the Hopkins alumni mag and what you both have bravely faced these last 11 years. I was a resident in the unit at Barnes when y'all started your courtship and the memory of your "antics" still brings a smile to my face! Keep up the strength!
December 14, 2015
A great loss to all who knew and loved him Judy Palkovitz
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Crystal Idleburg
December 12, 2015
Dear Nguyet,
My deepest and heartfelt sympathy during the loss of your lovely husband.
Trevor Myers
December 12, 2015
We will miss you, my friend. Peace and love to you, Nguyet.
Darlene Stewart
December 11, 2015
Nguyet,
I was so sorry to hear about Jason,
my prayers are with you and your Family.
December 11, 2015
Gail and I have fond memories at your wedding Nguyet, having fun at the Oyster fest, etc. Everyone who he knew and touched their lives are certainly feeling sorry and emptiness right now. What helps getting us through these times is remembering all the GOOD times we have shared. We have lost other friends with ALS,and can empathize with your journey with this medical condition. Our Love and thoughts are with you, and the extended family. Gary and Gail Griffin (Defiance, MO)
David and Diane Gold
December 11, 2015
Jason was always kind, when I knew him as a child. It does not surprise me that he has the will to continue on and dedicated himself to helping others, even with his own ALS to deal with. May his memory be for a blessing
David and Diane Gold
December 11, 2015
Jason was always kind, when I knew him as a child. It does not surprise me that he has the will to continue on and dedicated himself to helping others, even with his own ALS to deal with. May his memory be for a blessing.
Juan Payeras
December 11, 2015
I am so very sorry to hear these news. Indeed, I knew Jason in what, given the remarkable achievements in his obituary, seems to have been the very beginning of his life when we were college students at Penn. I was part of a pretty motley crew which included Jason aspiring economists, bankers, engineers, of different ethnic, religious and academic backgrounds, pulled together by a deep friendship for one another which transcended our differences. Jason was always the quiet, polite and hardworking Pre-Med student. Those were indeed very good years. It is tragic that someone so very talented was taken so early. I have always held doctors in awe, as individuals who, with their training and their hands, have the power to help others. And as for the doctors who train doctors I hope there is a special place in the afterlife for those who did so much good for so many people. Nguyet, we have not met, but please accept my deepest condolences during this very difficult time. I will offer up a prayer for him and am sure he rests in peace.
December 11, 2015
Dear Debbie: My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time. - Jeff Pollock, Esq., Sq. Hill
Norton Gusky
December 11, 2015
Jason's spirit will live on with all of us. He was a fighter.
John Min
December 11, 2015
Prayers and thoughts are with you all. Jason was a wonderful physician, friend, and above all, human being. The courageous and inspirational way in which he lived his life will be remembered in his memory. Particularly, as a teacher, his impact among a generation of students and physicians at WashU will continue to be felt throughout the country.
leslie murphy
December 11, 2015
I am so sorry to hear of Jason's passing . His resiliency in the setting of ALS was inspiring. His intellect and humor never seemed to flag despite his circumstances in no small part due to Nguyet's constant supportive , loving presence . I am so sorry , my thoughts are with you at this very sad time. Leslie Murphy
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