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Gail Weinstein Obituary
ITHACA - Gail A. (Johnston) Weinstein, age 60, died on October 3, 2008, at Chestnut Hill Hospital in Philadelphia, PA, of Ithaca, NY, formerly of Wyndmoor, PA. Survived by her husband, Dr. James Weinstein; her father, Robert J. Johnston; her brother, Robert M. Johnston (Dale).
Funeral and interment private (Jacob F. Ruth).
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for Gail Weinstein
David Sands
September 11, 2022
Gail was my mentor and a inspiration to me to become the paramedic and Educator that I am today. She took the time to believe in me and push me to want to become a mirror of her. She touched so many lives. Former student 2007.
May 1, 2009
Our condolences to Gail's family, on behalf of the Wilson College Class of 1970. She will be missed.
Rosie White
November 4, 2008
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
KathY Mix
November 4, 2008
Jim,
I am so sorry for you loss. Gail has been such an insipration to so many of us in the EMS community. Her compassion, and dedication to teaching is a trait that is a rarity. I will miss her stories about her dogs that we used to share. My prayers are with you during these trying times. Take care.
Lyle Wadell
October 15, 2008
Gail will be missed for her dedication and compassion for providing the very best care for patients handled by the EMS system. She taught with this philosophy at TC3 and in Syracuse. She practiced what she taught as a member of the Lansing Ambulance Company for a number of years and was the first female Director of this ambulance service. Her compassion extended over for animals. One early example was her adoption of a cat that was scheduled to be put down after being used in an ET class.
Ed Binns
October 13, 2008
Jim and family,
I have known Gail for many years and a former paramedic student of hers at TC3 class of 1995, she was very open, caring and attentive of her students and accepted nothing less than perfection...she inspired many students of different backgrounds over the years to do the same...you should all be very proud that she made a difference in this world and her legacy lives on in her former students and those affected by us as well...she will be missed.
Harriet Ink
October 12, 2008
Jim, I am so sorry to learn of the loss of Gail. As you know, we were always good friends and did a lot of foolish things together, as well as to others at work, especially on April Fool's Day. She was a wonderful teacher in the health field and will be sorely missed.
Cynthia Morrison RN
October 11, 2008
I'm so sad to hear of Gail's passing. During the mid 1980's I was an RN in the Emergency Department at CMC. My first EMS classes were with Gail. I learn much from her and she was a vital part of the high quality of care delivered with Bangs and the volunteer crews at the time. Even after she moved on to Upstate, she would always have time to stop and talk with me when we ran in to each other in Ithaca and ask how I was doing. Gail had a passion and spirit for life that few have. My condolences to her family this is a huge loss.
Robb Tinker
October 10, 2008
Gail will be greatly missed.
Wendy Hoose
October 10, 2008
Dear Jim and other members of Gail's family and friends
I was so very sorry to hear of Gail's death, and I know it must be hard for you. Gail was a woman who loved life and lived it to the fullest. I will always remember her fondly and I will also greatly miss her at the next paramedic refresher, not just for her teaching but for catching up on world and local politics, the antics of her animals, as well as finding out the latest gossip. Gail liked to get to know her students, and always made herself available when they were in trouble. She was also a great EMS resource outside of the classroom. I am honored to have known her and to have had her as my friend and I will greatly miss her.
Best Regards,
Wendy Hoose
Kathy Belonsoff
October 9, 2008
Dear Jim and the Johnston family,
I am deeply saddened to hear of the loss of a wonderful teacher and friend. She was so dedicated and when she taught she made me feel like learning more and more. She was an inspiration to me and I will miss her deeply. She once told our class that a EMT is like a duck swimming on a pond. We all looked at each other and wondered what she meant. She explained--On the surface the duck is calm but underneath the water his feet are just a moving. I will never forget that because it was, oh, so true. I will miss her deeply, was honored to have known her, and will never forget her. My prayers are with you Jim and the Johnston family. God Bless you Gail and THANK YOU!!!
Donna Catlin
October 9, 2008
Gail was a great woman! How many people can say that they have honestly devoted years and years to helping others... Gail was a very successful and powerful woman who touched the lives of thousands of people and will continue to do so. She has given such a wonderful gift to the communities surrounding her that others will be so giving as to help others in desperate times of need! Some people just leave footprints on others hearts. Gail was one of those people. She will be missed by all but never forgotten her compassion for others will remain. We should be celebrating Gail's life she was one heck of a woman !!!!!
Jim Weinstein
October 9, 2008
For anyone who wishes to make a donation in Gail's memory, I think the most appropriate recipients would be either of the following:
Upstate Emergency Medicine, Inc.
c/o Janice Harvey
750 E. Adams Street, Rm. 913 JH
Syracuse, NY 13210
The Department of Emergency Medicine is considering the establishment of a scholarship or other appropriate memorial in Gail's name for the training of paramedics.
The other possibility would be:
SPCA of Tompkins County
1640 Hanshaw Road
Ithaca, NY 14850
Over the years Gail and I have been blessed with many abandoned dogs and cats from local SPCAs.
Thank you again for all of your sympathy and support during these very difficult days.
Douglas Leonhardt
October 9, 2008
Dear Jim,
It was with great sadness and surprise that I heard of Gail's passing. She was truly a remarkable woman, teacher and friend. We first meet over 23 years ago when I was a very young EMT student at TC3. Her teaching style and passion for EMS and her students was contagious. Through the years she continued to influence me at many important forks in life's road; a chance meeting where she informed me that I could take the EMT refresher instead of the original class, encouraging me to take the SUNY Paramedic Progam, providing me with the oppurtunities to teach for her and her support and friendship as I completed the LeMoyne Physician Assistant program. Many people have had the same wonderful oppurtunities to be touched, instructed and guided by Gail. Paramedic, CC, Intermediate and EMT-B students, medical students, Emergency Medicine residents and more. All of whom have taken that knowledge to go and help people. A wise poet once said that to know that one person has lived a little easier or happier, is to have truly succeeded. Gail, you have done for more people than any of else will ever know. Like a stone that is thrown in a pond, the ripples will go one forever. I am honored to say that Gail was my teacher and mentor and truly blessed to say that she was my friend and colleague. She will be truly missed by all that knew her but her legacy will live on in those that she has touched.
Douglas Leonhardt
Judith Murphy
October 9, 2008
Gail was a good friend and an exceptionally wonderful person with a heart of gold. She was a regular in my deli and we had grown to be good friends. After my stroke forced me to leave we remained in touch by email. She was admired by everyone that knew her and will be greatly missed by all.
Karin Renz
October 8, 2008
Gail was such a strong, wonderful woman! She helped me in EMT I and CC class and taught me to stick with it and not give up.. I will make you proud Gail, I know you are watching down on me and I will succeed. You taught so many people so much! Including teaching my parents in CC class! You were loved by all and you will never be forgotten! You made and impact on several lives!!! Not many people can say that!
John Millier
October 8, 2008
As a young EMT student many years ago, it was a distinct pleasure to be taught by such a fine person as Gail. It was a long time ago, but I miss it like it was yesterday. Thank you Gail.
Elizabeth Power
October 8, 2008
To the Weinstein family, I'm so sorry to hear about Gail she was a beautiful and great woman she will and is greatly missed your friend from good and plenty deli.
Nancy Smith
October 8, 2008
To Gail's family,
I have taught with and been taught by Gail for over 12 years at TC3. She aspired to perfection and brought out the best in her lab instructors and her students. No one can fill her shoes and she will be so missed. The EMS community has lost a major advocate.
David Tinklepaugh
October 8, 2008
It is with deepest sorrow to hear of Gails death. She was a truly special person: friend, educator, mentor - she will be greatly missed. My sincere sympathies go out to her family and friends - God Bless
Lisa Williams
October 8, 2008
To the Weinstein and Johnston Families:
I had the pleasure of being Gail's administrative support for a little more than a year and half and knew from day one that Gail was a remarkable person. She touched my life immensely in the short time that I was blessed to know her and I will never forget all that I learned from her. Although my heart is so sad the good memories will keep her alive in my heart always.
Many Hugs, Much Love, and Prayers,
Lisa Williams
Karen & Ron Raeder
October 8, 2008
I have had the honor of spending
many nights in EMT class with Gale.
She has taught us so much, and had inspired me to continue my passion of helping others by becoming a nurse and teacher as well. She has done so much. We all will miss her.
Jim Eisenbraun
October 8, 2008
Dear Jim:
I'm so sorry to hear of Gail's death and your loss. You have the best wishes of all of us here at Eisenbrauns. Though we never met Gail, we know you and have a sense of just how much she meant to you. May you find solace in these days of grief.
Dawn Jackson
October 8, 2008
I will alway remember what Gail has taught me in EMT class. She was super teacher and she will be missed.
Jim Weinstein
October 8, 2008
Thank you for your kind words about Gail. They are much appreciated.
Gail will live on in the work of the many EMTs and Paramedics she trained. These people were not only her students, they were her best friends.
Anita Sanford
October 8, 2008
I am so sorry to hear of Gails passing she was a very upstanding person and taught me to be the best I could be in EMS she will be missed my prayers and thoughts to her family.
Larry Metzger
October 8, 2008
I was saddened to learn of Gails passing. She was not only a wonderful teacher but equally as important, she was a good friend, someone who was always there to listen in a kind and compassionate way. I feel fortunate to have know her as one of her Paramedic refresher students and will truly miss her. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time and may you find peace and comfort knowing that others share your loss.
Frank & Billi-Jo Orr
October 7, 2008
Gail,
Thank you for sharing so much of your life with us (your extended family). You touched soooo many lives. I found out around 0100 hours via text message and by noon had heard from many more of my friends and co-workers throughout the state. It goes to show your character. An amazing person, always smiling. No words can ease your pain, only time will change your hurt. I know we have another angel with us now.
Wendy/Paul Hinkle
October 7, 2008
Sorry for your lose of a wonderful women and a very good teacher. She will be missed and I will always think of her when we are doing things that she had taught us to do.
Fred Gentz
October 7, 2008
She will be missed by so many people, she got so many people in the EMS program in the early years at TC3 for the basic EMT's up to EMT-3 then Paramedics. I for one she helped get as far as I did in serving as a volunteer and moved us to be the best in what we did. Rest in peace you willl never be forgotten by so many people who knew you Professionally and as afriend.
Kristen Romer
October 7, 2008
It was with great sadness to hear of the loss of such a great person. Gail was an inspiration and offered so much to all those who knew her and the many that were lucky enough to have benefitted from one of her EMT classes. Our EMS community has truly lost the best instructor this EMT has ever had the honor of knowing.
Barry Strauss
October 7, 2008
Jim,
We are very sorry to hear of your loss.
Marcia and Barry Strauss
Anthony J Testa
October 7, 2008
My sincere condolences to the Weinstein family. Gail's departure from this life will be missed. I met Gail briefly at the EMSTAT training facility past this Spring 08. She will be missed in the EMS community.
Michael Bridenbaker JR
October 7, 2008
I was fortunate enough to be in her paramedic class, and her last refresher. I sit with a heavy heart knowing that she is gone. I feel very fortunate in knowing her as a friend and mentor she will missed but never forgoten. forever in my heart. My thoughts and many prayers with her family and friends.
Brian August
October 7, 2008
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Weinstein family. Gail was instrumental in my paramedic training and years later in my EMS teaching career. After answering thousands of calls as a paramedic, many other people who never met Gail were also beneficiaries of her wisdom, leadership, and compassion. Your loss is shared by more people than you will ever know.
Dr. Jim Baxendale
October 7, 2008
It was my good fortune to be one of Gail's paramedic students. In addition to being a teacher, Gail was also a mentor, a cheer leader, and a very good friend. I will miss her very much, as will the entire EMS community.
Hanna and Yossi Roisman
October 7, 2008
Jim,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. We hope that you shall stay strong and find comfort in knowing that you have friends who share your sorrow.
Dr. Joel Sanders
October 7, 2008
I had the good fortune to be a part of Gail's Level 3 class at TC3 in 2007 and because of her thoughtful encouragement and guidance, to be a part of the SUNY Paramedic program in 2008. I have encountered very few teachers who provide such encouragement and inspiration. So she has left us. I imagine there will be great joy in heaven when she arrives, and she will be greatly missed here.
Linda Gardner
October 7, 2008
Jim -I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Linda
Frank Miller
October 7, 2008
Gail will be long remembered and missed. She was loved by many! Her dedication to her students and the EMS profession will always be an inspiration to us all. She set the standard!
Ron Provus
October 7, 2008
Jim, I am very sorry to hear of your loss. Take care my friend.
Jim Callahan
October 7, 2008
Dear Dr. Weinstein and Mr. Johnston,
A gifted teacher, a wonderful friend and a true advocate for her students and all of our patients.
Gail was one of the best. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Gail will be missed greatly missed.
Sue Mandrino
October 7, 2008
So many of us have lost an inspired instructor. She was always so involved with the classes and wanted everyone to be "the best that they could be." I was proud to be among the first paramedic class that was held at TC-3 and then had the privilege of teaching with her for several years before moving to North Carolina, but we shared a history at Cornell even prior to that when she worked in Development. Jim, we are thinking of you.
Ross Boyer
October 7, 2008
The entire EMS community has lost a good friend and an invaluable mentor. I count myself fortunate to have known her as both. I take comfort in knowing that she is now at peace and suffers no longer.
Lisa and Chris DeWilde
October 7, 2008
Gail taught many of us in this area to be EMTs and paramedics. She will be missed in the EMS community and beyond. We send our thoughts and prayers to her family.
Edawrd Klopf
October 7, 2008
I am sorry to hear of your loss, Gail will be missed by many of her past students. She had a way about her that inspired many of us to become better community members and EMS providers. Gail was always there when support was needed. My thoughts are with the family in thier time of sorrow.
Gene Conrad
October 7, 2008
Gail was a wonderful person to work with. She will be missed at TC3. My most sincere condolences to the family.
Anne Peer
October 7, 2008
My heartfelt sympathy and prayers go out to you all during this most difficult time. Gail was a wonderful person and will be missed.
Jacquie Wright
October 7, 2008
We lost a wonderful person, teacher, leader, and listener. Gail was a dedicated instructor who cared greatly for her students. She taught emergency medicine to many of the emergency medical technicians throughout Central New York. Gail always assisted in any way she could to help you get through classes. She talked with me many times outside of class hours patiently answering questions and explaining anything I needed help with. I will miss my friend.
James Pienkowski
October 7, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Paul/Shirley Grennell
October 7, 2008
Jim; Shirley and I extend our deepest sympathy at this time. We are praying that you can find some comfort in the days that lie ahead.
Michael Keegan
October 7, 2008
Gail was a excellent teacher and wonderful caring person she shared her knowledge so others could care for those in need , She will truely be missed
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