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Theodore Lionel SOURKES
Theodore Lionel SOURKES
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Theodore SOURKES Obituary
On Saturday, January 17, 2015, in his ninety- sixth year. Beloved husband of Shena Rosenblatt Sourkes, and father of Barbara, Myra (Richard Lewin) and the late Doreen. Devoted grandfather of Eric, David and Talia Jade. Predeceased by his parents, Fanny Golt and Isadore Sourkes, and his brother Joseph Sourkes. Dr. Sourkes was Professor Emeritus at McGill University, Departments of Psychiatry, Biochemistry and Pharmacology, Officer of the Order of Canada and recipient of the Wilder Penfield Prix du Québec. A loyal friend and moral compass to generations of family, friends, students and colleagues. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Tuesday, January 20 at 1:45 p.m. Burial at the Montreal Workers' Circle Cemetery, de la Savane. Contributions in his memory may be made to the "Theodore L. Sourkes Lecture Series in Neuropharmacology" at McGill University, or to the charity of your choice.
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Boleslav Lichterman
February 23, 2015
Dear Shena, I was writing a letter to Ted concerning Ginda Rosenblatt archive I would like to research for my project on WW1 when I discovered that he paased away last month. My sincere condolescences. I have sweet memories meeting both of you in Dec.2005 in Montreal. Yours sincerely, Slava
January 25, 2015
My sincere condolences to the Sourkes family.
Sarkis Meterissian
January 24, 2015
The Kostman family offers sincere condolences.We remember Ted for his fine character and the great esteem he was held by others.
love,
Judith & Charles
January 24, 2015
Judith Kostman and Charles Sternberg offer sincere condolences to the Sourkes family.
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Michael Meaney
January 21, 2015
My very sincere sympathies to the Sourkes family. I have nothing but the greatest respect and admiration for Prof Sourkes. In my early years at McGill Ted was a constant source of support, with both encouragement and often providing a very healthy and constructive challenge. Prof Sourkes was a giant at McGill, whose presence defined excellence in science and academia.
January 21, 2015
Dear Shena and Family,
It is with deep sympathy that I am sending this message to you on your great loss. I am honored to have known Ted for many years. I treasured his collegiality, friendship and support. These memories will endure.
With my heartfelt condolences,
Radan Capek
January 20, 2015
Shena: I am so sorry I did not see this notice sooner. You will find a message on your machine because I wanted to stop by today. You have all my heartfelt condolences. I am happy that I was able to see him a few times during the past year and I am a much better person for having known Ted. Thank you for all the great care and devotion you gave him.
January 20, 2015
Dear Myra,
Thinking of you during this sad time, my heartfelt sympathy to you and your family.
Lisa Wadup
Evan Brahm
January 20, 2015
Dear Mrs. Sourkes, Myra and Barbara,
My deepset sympathy to you on your loss. I remember Ted fondly from my many contacts with him through my friendship with Richard.
January 20, 2015
Dear Shena, Myra, and Barbara,
On behalf of McGill's Department of Psychiatry, I wish to express my deepest and heartfelt condolences for your loss. In addition to his outstanding scientific contributions, Dr. Sourkes had a strong presence in our department and truly cared about preserving its history and supporting its growth. He will be missed by many who benefited from his friendship and collegial support.
My most conforming thoughts go out to you at this time.
Warm regards,
Mimi Israel
January 19, 2015
Dear Barbara, Please accept my heartfelt sympathy. My thoughts are with you and your family at this time of sadness. I remember your father as a kind, gentle and good man. A loss for everyone.
Fondly, Marie B-H
Ailie Cleghorn
January 19, 2015
Ted (Dr.) Sourkes was one of my father's closest colleagues and a familiar figure in our home for many, many years. He was much appreciated as a scientist and very human being.
Ailie Cleghorn
Sharon Ostorff
January 19, 2015
My deepest condolences to the family.
January 19, 2015
Dear Shena, Myra, and Barbara,
My deepest condolences on the loss of such a fine man, after such a long and significant life.
Carole (Fainstat) Gerson
Maurice McGregor
January 19, 2015
Ted Sourkes. A GOOD man. Thankyou.
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