Andriy Shmyhelskyy

Hi, its have been 3 months, and it is still difficult to accept or realize, this Andriy. How is this possible, not be able to call or ring you, and hear your always cheerful voice, full of ideas and jokes. Full of Life! I am so sorry that I have not kept close or speak often during last years, I am sorry I never told you how proud of this Better time stories project you have made. It is incredible how many lives you have touched and changed. I am so sure that next generation of kids in Germany, The Netherlands will be brought on this Ukrainian stories translated thanks to your efforts and your team, you have touched and changed this world for a better place. I have known Andriy sinch high school in our hometown Lviv, then Kyiv Mohyla academy, where under our mentor program developed I was supposed to be your mentor, Andriy. But then we switched places when I have arrived to Oslo in August 2010, once you have been in country for exchange already for a year. You were always such a wonderful host, I will always keep close in memory my first visit to Oslo in june 2010 and staying at dormitory. Later we would live for a couple of years in the same dormitory on differents floors. So many stories, so many fun parties, so good memories. Andriy was always center of attention, had always close and cool friends, full of ideas, exploration, innovation. Your Master study in Innovation, suits you so perfect. Now your innovative idea with Bear would be so much appreciated in Norway with such higher electricity prices, you were a visionary, and saw future much clearer. I will always remember you eager to try new things, like golf with Justas and Martin. How much fun it was always to hear your guys stories...I am hoping your life will continue in your daughter and all kids that will be reading Ukrainian books translated by your team...Andriy I miss you so much! Hugs! 

Dear Andriy, I am so grateful for the times we had together, which I will forever cherish. I am thankful that my daughter and I had the chance to meet you and your beautiful daughter this autumn. You will always be remembered with love and gratitude. Rest in peace, dear friend. 

Прикро, біль !
Андрійко, не усвідомлюю!
Ти самодостатній, ввічливий, особливий!
Буду мати в памʼяті моменти разом назавжди!
Нехай твоя душа буде в спокої! 

Dear Andriy, I cant beleive you are not part of our world anymore. We miss you ever present energy to get things done and to create a better world. You are missed and affectes soany lives. 

Dear Andriy. Thank you for always doing what you believed in, and kept pushing the boundaries for what is possible.

Your purpose-driven entrepreneurship has inspired all of us.

May your soul travel gently through the universe. You will be missed. 

I am shocked and deeply sad by this news. I will always remember the lovely times we had in our dorm in Oslo with Elina, Pei-pei and others. The meals we cooked and shared. The drinks and the talks. You will be missed. Cheers to a lovely person 🌻 

My sincere condoleances. 

Dear Andriy, with great sadness I heard of your passing. I feel lucky to have worked with you, and I know your light will continue to shine on.
Love, Els 

Памʼятаю тебе повним енергії і сміху, повним ідей і натхнення! Так шкода, що ти пішов зарано. Це несправедливо … Співчуття родині! 

Ніколи не забуду твою енергію і доброту.
Люблю назавжди і сумую, друже 💔 

The world needs more Andriys. I'm so sad to read about his passing. Wishing all your loved ones strength and wisdom. 

I knew Andriy since the time he was in Rockstart. I was always impressed by his constant energy and willingness to make a positive impact. He was always full of optimism and new bright ideas.I enjoyed a lot our conversations, Andriy’s way of thinking and his attitude to life.

My deepest condolences to Andriy’s daughter and family. 

Dear Andriy,

There is a million things I wish i said right now, but if you could read this right now, I want to say: "thank you for teaching me values and the true meaning of doing good". You have inspired so many people with your drive and passion for making impact. It was a privilege knowing you even if our moments together were brief.

My condoleances to your loved ones and may we see each other again in the after life. 

Dear Andriy and to all those that loved him. Shmyhelskyy, as we lovingly called him at Rockstart, was a singular, special person. Everybody knew him and loved him. Of course his little Hyko was an eye catching product, but also his joy and his dedication were palpable.
He was the first person ever to receive the startup visa, a process we worked through together very closely, and we ended up with a fotoshoot in the yearly IND magazine.
Whenever we thought we hit the end of a road there was also always One More Thing we would try. And this is how he lived then: always taking one more step, never giving up. I will remember him and his persistence for the rest of my life. Rest in peace ❤️ 

Dear Andriy. I can't believe it's true. We have not seen each other last years but I will remember you as a kind and energetic human being. The world will miss you.

My thoughts are with your daughter and the rest of your family. 

Dear Andriy,

Unbelievable news.

Andriy was a inspiring entrepreneur with a lot of energy. My condolences to friends and his family. 

My dear Andriy, you left too soon. I can never forget your kindness and warmth. The world was a better place with you in it. I will remember you 

This is unbelievable, I don't have words for it. Andriy was such a driving force, never giving up, therefore this is such a devastating message.
My sincere condolences to all he loved and cared for. 

Andry, I’m heartbroken to hear the news.
We first met when you joined my startup in Oslo, and over the years you became a friend I could always count on.
You were one of the warmest, kindest people I’ve ever met — full of energy and optimism. I’ll hold onto the moments forever.
My thoughts are with your daughter, your family and all the people who loved you. 

Не хочеться вірити💔 ми зустрілися з Андрієм вже у Голландії, хоча обидвоє з Могилянки. Він залишиться в моїй пам‘яті оптимістом, людиною з супер позитивною енергією, яку неможливо не перейняти. Щирі співчуття вашій родині.