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Jerry Lefkowitz M.D.
Jerry Lefkowitz M.D.
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Jerry Lefkowitz Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Jim Engle, MD
December 11, 2014
Recently a former Professor and friend, Jim Snyder, PhD, Chief of the Division of Microbiology, at the University of Louisville, School of Medicine, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, asked about Jerry. I told him that he had passed away but, didn't realize it is now coming upon 7 years that this Virginia Gentleman has left us. Jerry and I trained together in AP-CP Pathology Residency. He was a year or two behind me. He showed interest in Laboratory Medicine early in his Residency and was also a good Microscopist. He had a knack for photomicrography winning an award from the ASCP for his work. His award winning photomicrograph appeared on the cover of Laboratory Medicine in the early 1980s. He was a Gentleman true and foremost and loved delving into laboratory topics in his CP rotations. I am proud he found his niche in Laboratory Hematology and did so well in his short-lived career. I believe he had a fondness and was somewhat mentored by Marie Keeling, MD who had the same training background as Jerry including Blood Bank specialization and was a Medical Technologist in her initial introduction to the Laboratory. Jerry and Marie were indeed a rare breed in Medicine and both being Coagulation Specialists. I was saddened to learn of his death. These two unsung Giants in the Coagulation field of Medicine are sorely missed. Jerry had that special Virginia Southern Gentlemanly charm about him and was always dapper. He was a great guy. I am privileged to have known such a magnificent Man of Medicine.
November 4, 2009
I have just found out that Jerry has passed on and I am so surprised and sad- he was too young and healthy! I knew he was ill but I thought he was going to recover. He was so nice, so smart, and he will be greatly missed. My sincere condolences to his family.
Steven Salvatore
September 17, 2009
There are three things I will always remember about Dr. Lefkowitz. The gratitude I have for him teaching me coagulation as a first year resident, how much pleasure he got in asking about what food was being served at our clinical pathology thursday conferences(despite being the same sandwiches every week), and his pausing of our sign out one day in order for us to run down to the hospital gift shop for chocolates. He was a smart, friendly, and certainly unique man, and he will be missed greatly.
Molly Dyrsen
September 16, 2009
I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Lefkowtiz while at NYPH. I learned a lot about coagulation from him but also enjoyed discussing our various memories of Louisville. He will be missed at NYPH. My sympathies go out to his friends and family.
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Davise Larone
September 10, 2009
In the relatively short time that we knew each other at Weill Cornell, Jerry and I became friends. He was a sweet, smart, sensitive, and kind person. His outlook during his illness will be long remembered by me as a touching example of courage and grace. I so sincerely wish he could have been with us much, much longer.
Don Schuman
September 8, 2009
I was so saddened to learn of Jerry's passing. I became friends with Jerry while he was in Louisville and would say we remained close over the years. I knew him and he me, and I can't say that about many people. I'll definitely miss him.
Lina Parra
August 31, 2009
I worked with Dr. Lefkowitz for the past year at NYPH. Eventhough it was for a short period of time he was a great person. He will be greatly missed. My deepest Sympathies to his family and friends.
August 28, 2009
We will miss Jerry. I knew him as a colleague and also as a friend, while walking our dogs on Roosevelt Island. My husband and I send our deepest sympathies. He was a kind man.
Claudia Cohn
August 28, 2009
I worked with Dr. Lefkowitz for only a short time at New York Presbyterian Hospital. I learned a lot from our conversations about coagulation and life in general. He will be missed by all. My sympathies go out to his family and friends.
Euny Dyubo
August 28, 2009
I worked with Dr. Lefkowitz for a short period at NYPH. From our interactions you could tell he had a gentle and kind soul. He will be greatly missed. My deepest sympathies to his family.
Rob Mandel
August 27, 2009
He was a good friend and an inspiration throughout my high school years.
Yash Agrawal
August 27, 2009
While I worked with Jerry for only a short period, his expertise in coagulation was obvious to all. He will be sorely missed at NYPH. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Mayra Telesca
August 27, 2009
I had the privilege to work with Dr Lefkowitz in the Special Coagulation Department at the New York Presbyterian Hospital and eventhough it was a short time, he became my mentor, teacher and friend. I will miss our daily meetings and candy evaluations.
Melissa Cushing
August 27, 2009
I had the pleasure of working with Jerry at New York Presbyterian Hospital for a short amount of time. He was a warm, caring, intelligent person who will be missed here. My condolences to his family.
David Cohen
August 26, 2009
I am very saddened to learn of Jerry's passing. We had many happy years together in Richmond.
Sharon Burr
August 26, 2009
When I heard of Dr. Lefkowitz's passing, I was shocked. I had spoken with him within the last month or two and he was so positive about his recovery, and was looking forward to returning to work and becoming the Chair of the Coagulation Resource Committee.
He was a warm, friendly person and I will miss his expertise and friendship.
Sharon Burr
CAP Staff Manager
Rebecca Lefkowitz
August 25, 2009
I have been checking this site daily and I just wanted to thank everyone for your kind words about my uncle. It has been really comforting for myself and my family to be able to sit together to read all of the nice things you have all said. I still cannot believe he is gone, he is going to be missed dearly.
John and Lynn Moreau
August 24, 2009
Being neighbors of Shirley and Meyer, we came to know their caring son, Jerry. We continue to mourn the loss of Shirley and Meyer, and now mourn the loss of Jerry. He will be missed. We extend our sympathy and prayers to his family and loved ones.
Carol Rosenthal
August 23, 2009
I went to high school in Richmond with Jerry. I don't think I have seen Jerry in 20 or more years; even so, the news still came as a shock. I was transported in my mind back to high school and key club events; work on "The Declaration", the school literary magazine; and hebrew high school. I remember a smart, tall, sweet person (with no beard and a head of dark hair) who was very talented.
My condolences to Jerry's partner and the Lefkowitz family.
May his memory be a blessing
Jan Ishimoto
August 23, 2009
I worked with Jerry Lefkowitz at the University of Colorado Hospital He was a knowledgeable, funny, very kind individual. He never talked down to anyone when answering questions, but seemed to enjoy that person's interest, whether it was a coagulation topic, photography, pets, gardening, houses, etc. It was a real pleasure to have worked for him. My sympathies to his family and friends. He will continue to be missed here.
David Howshar
August 21, 2009
I worked with Dr. Lefkowitz at The University of Colorado Hospital Clinical Laboratory in the Special Coagulation Department. I learned a lot from him and enjoyed working with him. My condolences.
Kelly Michels
August 21, 2009
I knew Dr. Lefkowitz from the University of Colorado Hospital Lab. He was knowledgeable and helpful, always open and available for discussions or just to chat. My deepest sympathies to his familiy and friends. He will be greatly missed.
Kerry Welch
August 21, 2009
I worked at University of Colorado Hospital with Dr. Lefkowitz. I fondly remember his talks during lab week and his photography. I always enjoy seeing the artistic side of scientists. My condolences are with the family.
Kerry Welch, Lead Hematology Technologist
Jan Schochet
August 21, 2009
I am deeply saddened to learn of the loss of my cousin, Jerry. Although we haven't seen each other often as adults (except when he lived in Chapel Hill), I remember great times hanging out with Jerry when we were kids and we'd visit from NC. Riding the carousel at the little amusement park near my grand-parents' house, and possibly ponies there, too.
My mother, Mary, had spoken often with Jerry over the last 10 years or so, particularly the last few years during Meyer's illness, and she is very sad to learn of Jerry's passing.
Our thoughts are with Jerry's friends and family at this sad time.
Jane Nuttall
August 21, 2009
I remember Jerry being a caring, funny man when I first met him at Robert & Jan's wedding in Florida. My sympathies to all the family.
Betsy Lamb
August 21, 2009
My deepest condolences to the Lefkowitz family.
Fr John Constantine
August 20, 2009
I remember Jerry from our days at Mary Munford (Kindergarten and on. I think it was either in 5th grade or 5th grade when he brought in a "working" volcano complete with smoke for one of the science projects. Funny, I have never forgotten that after all these years. He was always one of the smartest kids in class.
My Sympathies to all of Jerry's loved ones. May God comfort all of you at this time.
Ha-Makom y'nachem et'khem b'tokh sh'ar avelei Tziyon viyrushalayim
Rachel LaCount
August 20, 2009
I gained an appreciation and enthusiasm for Dr. Lefkowitz's specialty from lectures during medical school and Pathology residency at the University of Colorado. He was a great teacher. My condolences to the Lefkowitz family and friends.
Andy Lefkowitz
August 20, 2009
As Jerry's older brother, I appreciate this forum for those who have a comment about him. He was an extraordinary man. I will miss him
Michael Wall
August 20, 2009
My deepest Condolences.
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