Durham, North Carolina
Elizabeth Muse TornquistDurhamElizabeth Muse Tornquist passed away unexpectedly January 30, 2016. Elizabeth Muse was born in Wilson, NC on January 14, 1933 while her father was on the tobacco market. She grew up in Williamston with her large family.In 1950, Elizabeth came to Duke on an AB Duke...
Read MoreElizabeth was incredible in so many ways- it was my privilege to have met her. Our thoughts and prayers to the entire family.
David Attarian
February 28, 2016 | Durham, NC
As an editor privileged to learn from Elizabeth in person, I found her to be an brilliant mentor and a remarkable, wonderful person. I am so sorry to hear of her passing.
John Bellquist
February 24, 2016 | Austin, TX
GrShe was a very good friend to my very good friend the late Joanne Hall. I saw her care of friends to be one of her outstanding characteristics. A beautiful life well lived.
Grayce Sills
February 18, 2016 | Columbus, OH
I participated in a research project in the 1970s, with Elizabeth as a consultant. She edited the first real manuscript I ever wrote. I got a great laugh when she returned it to me with a green stain that smelled like creme de menthe! She said her cat knocked over her glass on my paper. I kept that paper for years because it was some of the best editing I ever received, and that paper was the first I published. When she came years later to work with folks at UVA, I always tried to see...
Ann Hamric
February 18, 2016 | Richmond, VA
I had the pleasure of having Elizabeth critique my masters research paper at UNC Nursing School. I graduated there in 1974.
She was a kind, knowledgable woman. I notified Joyce Semradek and my classmates of the sad news of her death.
Laureen Froimson
February 06, 2016 | Chapel Hill, NC
Nurse researchers have benefited tremendously from her support and encouragement, especially of new authors. I feel very lucky to have been able to get to meet and work with her.
Helen Farrar
February 05, 2016 | Tulsa, OK
Amy- so sorry to hear of your mother's death. She was a very cool lady and I have very fond memories of spending time at your house with both of you.
Karen Tourian
February 04, 2016 | Boulder, CO
Please accept my deepest condolences. Elizabeth was a wise and wonderful friend, editor and mentor. I called her my good luck charm when it came to grants. She was encouraging, caring and a motivating. She will be deeply missed.
Laura Talbot
February 04, 2016 | Memphis, TN
Amy and family, I was so sad to hear of your mom's death. I knew ET (as she was known to many colleagues and friends) for many years. She was such a terrific role model; always up beat, energetic, and positive.I admired her very much. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time. Fond regards, Lienne
February 04, 2016