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Jonathan Gray Obituary

GRAY--Jonathan E. The Rockefeller University deeply mourns the loss of our beloved friend Jonathan Gray. A member of The Rockefeller University Council, Jonathan was an impassioned advocate for the advancement of biomedical research. With his beloved wife, Bonnie, also a member of the Council, he championed the pursuit of scientific knowledge that is the hallmark of the University. He applied his formidable talents and his personal warmth to strengthening the Precollege Science Outreach Program at Rockefeller. His agile mind and indomitable spirit informed his tireless pursuit of a cure for cancer and inspired all who met him. We are saddened that Jonathan's time with us was cut short and in his memory we renew our commitment to transforming biomedicine for the benefit of humanity. Our deepest condolences are sent to his wife, Bonnie, and his sons Jordan and Zachary, and to his entire family. Paul Nurse, President Russell L. Carson, Chairman Richard M. Furlaud, Chairman Emeritus Bonnie Kaiser, Precollege Science Outreach Program

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Published by New York Times on Nov. 1, 2007.

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Robert Gray

November 6, 2007

Cousin Jon , Thanks for taking the wrap for me when you and I and Jimmy Cutler threw eggs at Susie Rifkin in 1961.

Nancy Fusco

November 3, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Aunt Harriet and Esther... Bonnie and your two sons. Although we lost touch with Jon over the years, I will always remember his incredibly sharp wit and brilliant mind. We are so, so sorry for your loss. With Love, Nancy (Gray) Fusco

Bob Jacobs

November 2, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with Johns family.

Fay Stein-Swanson

November 1, 2007

I wished that Jonathan and I had kept in touch after we graduated, but our lives were separated. There was not a year that I didn't think of him and our friend Jimmy Cutler and all the great times we had in our youth. He was always so kind,witty ,and a joy to know. Our prayers are with the family. Fay Stein- Swanson Union, Oregon

Jane Grant

October 31, 2007

Jonathan was one of those rare people who lives life with a sense of perspective. Mark knew Jonathan was a great guy many years ago when he jumped on the chance to sail a Hobie Cat in stormy seas. We'll treasure that memory and miss his friendship. Jane, Mark, Danny and Jacquie Grant

Jim Gray

October 31, 2007

My profound and deepest synpathies.

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