JESSE LEMISCH

LEMISCH--Jesse.

(September 27, 1936 - August 24, 2018), a well-known author and outspoken left radical historian, died peacefully at Mount Sinai Hospital in NYC with his sister, Lisa, at his side. Jesse Lemisch was born to Beatrice and Tobias Lemisch on September 27, 1936, and spent his early years and then the major portion of his adult years, on the Upper West Side of New York City. After receiving a B.A. at Yale University and an M.A. in History at Columbia University, Jesse returned to Yale in 1963 to receive his Doctor of Philosophy in American Studies. In his career as an author and historian, Jesse wrote many published books and articles. He also taught at several universities, most recently as Professor Emeritus of History at John Jay College of Criminal Justice at the City University of New York. Jesse's wife of more than 40 years, Naomi Weisstein (deceased March 26, 2015), a well-known feminist and neuroscientist, was the love of his life. Jesse was a beloved brother to his twin sisters, Lisa Lemisch-Lazarus and Ellen Lemisch, and uncle to Samuel Lazarus and his wife Sophie Nasr. Jesse Lemisch will be profoundly missed by his entire family, wide circle of friends, students, and professional associates. Memorial services to be announced. The Lemisch family encourages people to send stories and information about Jesse to: jessereddiaper@gmail.com.