Ray Wu Obituary

RAY WU
ITHACA - Ray Wu, 79, of Ithaca, died Sunday, February 10, 2008, at Cayuga Medical Center. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the E.C. Wagner Funeral Home of Ithaca.

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Published by Ithaca Journal on Feb. 11, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Ray Wu

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Robert Yuan

February 19, 2008

I have known and collaborated with Ray Wu for about 40 years. He combined intellectual clarity and a capacity for hard work. Perhaps most importantly he played a key role in developing research and education for the Chinese both in the mainland and Taiwan. Ray was selfless and a man of great integrity and we will miss him.

Zhihong & Chengkun He

February 15, 2008

The passing of Professor Ray Wu is a devastating blow to us. We lost a mentor, colleague, and dear friend. However, Dr. Wu will always live within our hearts. Our heartfelt sorrow and sympathy go out to Christina and the whole family.

Miguel E. Munoz

February 14, 2008

I had the priviledge to learn and grow under the guidance of one of the most gentle person I have ever known. A true gentleman, an extraordinary teacher and a man of science. Dr. Wu set an example of excellence to all his students, and provided an environment for intelectual challenge and scientific quest. I'm sure all of us who came in contact with him, will always carry his legacy within us. My deepest simpathies to his family. Miguel and Teresita Munoz

February 14, 2008

I had a very brief encounter with Dr. Wu as I was one of his nurses. He told me about his work, which in turn I told him about the recent article in "Discover Magazine" proposing Life's beginings in ice instead of tropical conditions,etc. His eyes lit up when I mentioned one of the professors of this theory. "Oh yes I knew Stan very well." I am more than lucky that my position allows me to meet such gifted and talented people that have graced this planet. I would have loved to have more conversations with Dr.Wu. Even though I am an "arm chair" science enthusist, Dr.Wu took the time to discuss this theory with me while he was ill.He was very encouraging, and I think if I had the chance to sit in on one of his classes, he would have welcomed me, no matter my level of education. He seemed to project that kind of feeling, even in the small time frame that I knew him. I will miss the opportunity of future discussions I might have had with him.

janet/melissa

February 13, 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.

Men-Chi (Chris) Chang

February 13, 2008

As one of his student, Dr. Wu is a great mentor to me. I am proud to have him as my advisor. He always says “a student can learn but he can not be taught”. What he taught me is more than science. Without his tutoring, I won’t be able to achieve what I have now. Dr. Wu is a real gentle and kind person. I never see him blame or talk loud to anyone and he is always there for help. Sometimes I still can not accept this news that he passed away. I expect to see him in the coming international conference. He is always alive in my heart and his spirit and legacy will accompany with all of us.

Eve Fernandes

February 12, 2008

Christina,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.

Lie-Fen Shyur

February 12, 2008

Dear Ray,

I know you can not read my mail anymore. But, I still would like to show my sincere appreciation and love to you. Thank you for doing
so much for Chinese peoples. Thank you for your great, tireless and selfless devotion to our institute ABRC, Academia Sinica. Thank you for treating me like your daughter and giving me encouragement and support when I needed them. You are my role model. I miss your big and warm hug when every time you met me in Acedemia Sinica. Thank you, thank you and thank you................

I will do my best for ABRC and would not disappoint you.

Lie-Fen
with love

Mayank Rai

February 12, 2008

Your Simplicity, devotion, discipline, and kindness are difficult to emulate, but I will try. Thankyou for being my mentor Dr. Wu

Randy Wayne

February 11, 2008

Dear Alice,

I am so sorry to hear about your dad's passing. He was a very kind man, at the personal level and to the world.

Robert Yu

February 11, 2008

Helen and I are deeply saddened by the passing of Professor Ray Wu who was not only an outstanding scientist and educator, but also a dear friend for many years. He will be sorely missed. Our most profound condolences go to the Wu family and his associates.

Penny Burke

February 11, 2008

Mrs. Wu,
I am so sorry for your loss. Dr. Wu was a very kind man.

Penny

Emoretta Yang

February 11, 2008

I'm shocked and deeply saddened to read this news tonight. Ray's generosity and kindness -- so true of his whole family -- have always been evident far beyond Ithaca. His legacy remains potent in ways I can't even know, but most clearly to me in the goodness of his family. My heartfelt sorrow and sympathy go out to Christina, Alice, Albert and their families.

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