Condolence Book for
Jerusha McCORMACK
(née Hull)
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Although my connection with Professor McCormack was not primarily through academic work, I was fortunate to know her personally. I will always remember her kindness and generosity, as well as her profound appreciation and understanding of Chinese culture.
Sincere Condolences to Jerusha's family and friends. Jerusha was a pleasure to look after and she was a very interesting lady to speak to. May she rest in peace.
Ann and Dr Tadhg Lynch.
Ann and Dr Tadhg Lynch.
Dear family and friends of Jerusha,
It is with a heavy heart that I learned of Jerusha’s passing, so soon after John’s. Prof. Blair was my thesis professor at University of Geneva, and became one my most influential mentors. He often spoke with deep love and admiration for Jerusha and hoped I might meet her one day, knowing that we shared a love for China and comparative perspectives. Years later, on a retreat in the Swiss mountains organized by a mutual friend, I finally did. That encounter has remained vivid in my memory: Jerusha’s warmth, her generosity of spirit, and the radiant curiosity she carried, always opening doors to new ways of seeing the world.
When I completed my Master’s, it was John who encouraged me to consider a PhD, planting a seed that has waited many years to grow. Thirty years later, I am finally beginning that journey, and I dedicate it to both Jerusha and John — for it was their spark, their example, that helped me believe in new beginnings, even later in life.
They leave behind not only their scholarship and their generosity, but also the memory of lives lived with meaning and curiosity — a legacy that will continue to guide all of us who had the privilege to know them.
With deep sympathy,
It is with a heavy heart that I learned of Jerusha’s passing, so soon after John’s. Prof. Blair was my thesis professor at University of Geneva, and became one my most influential mentors. He often spoke with deep love and admiration for Jerusha and hoped I might meet her one day, knowing that we shared a love for China and comparative perspectives. Years later, on a retreat in the Swiss mountains organized by a mutual friend, I finally did. That encounter has remained vivid in my memory: Jerusha’s warmth, her generosity of spirit, and the radiant curiosity she carried, always opening doors to new ways of seeing the world.
When I completed my Master’s, it was John who encouraged me to consider a PhD, planting a seed that has waited many years to grow. Thirty years later, I am finally beginning that journey, and I dedicate it to both Jerusha and John — for it was their spark, their example, that helped me believe in new beginnings, even later in life.
They leave behind not only their scholarship and their generosity, but also the memory of lives lived with meaning and curiosity — a legacy that will continue to guide all of us who had the privilege to know them.
With deep sympathy,
I'm grateful for your extraordinary contributions to scholarship, community, and literature. Your work on John Gray is endlessly inspirational. Thank you for sharing your passion with us. Rest well!
Sincere condolences on the death of Jerusha.She will be sadly missed by her loved ones and those who loved Ireland and China.
I'm so very sorry to learn of Jerusha's passing. She was always a convivial and welcoming presence at the numerous IAAS events I attended over the years. May her dedication and kindness serve as some balm to her loved ones at this time
I had the privilege of working closely with Jerusha and her late husband, John Blair, during my time in China. She was a truly inspirational person with both a deep learning, lightly worn, and a great sense of fun. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Deepest Sympathy to her Sons David and Thomas, her stepdaughter Anne and all her family.
Deepest Sympathy to her Sons David and Thomas, her stepdaughter Anne and all her family.
I was very sorry to hear the sad news about Jerusha. When I started to work on US American literature in the late 1990s she was immensely supportive and encouraging. Her positive presence at IAAS conferences, in particular, was always appreciated, especially by younger scholars and students in the field. She had a remarkable career and her work, and example, meant a great deal to many of us.
Dear McCormack family,
The Irish Association for American Studies would like to express our sadness at Jerusha's passing, and would like to pay tribute to her remarkable and engaged contribution to scholarship. She was a good friend to many of our members, and the shock of her passing is palpable. Have courage.
The Irish Association for American Studies would like to express our sadness at Jerusha's passing, and would like to pay tribute to her remarkable and engaged contribution to scholarship. She was a good friend to many of our members, and the shock of her passing is palpable. Have courage.
Dear David and Thomas - I am sad to learn that Jerusha has passed away. She was friends with my mum (Eleanor Max) in Washington DC many years ago and I remember Jerusha as a kind and energetic woman who loved you both dearly. My deepest sympathy, Rachel
David and Thomas, I was was very saddened to hear of your lovely Mum's death. I hadn't seen her for some time, but spoke to her on the phone on occasions of her trips back from China. I have lovely memories of meeting her on and off for many years and for chats on the phone which were long, wonderful, and full of fun. I send you both my deepest sympathy, remembering you both during your time in junior school.
Our deepest condolances to David and Thomas. We have lovely memories of Jerusha from her days in Ranelagh and association with Sandford. Rest in peace Jerusha.
Deepest sympathy to all those bereaved by Jerusha's passing. She was my very kind and helpful supervisor for my M.A.in 1972 in UCD. John White.
Deepest sympathy to you David and Thomas. You wont remember me but I remember you as babies when you came to stay at the Falls Hotel . Ennistymon. Your parents were the lovliest guests any hotelier would love to host. You came may times over the years. May Jerusha and Dara's souls rest in peace.kind regards . Tony
It is just a month shy of fifty-three years (October 1972) when I had the great good fortune to be assigned Jerusha as my tutor, at the start of my B.A. course in UCD. I don't think I have seen her in the half-century since finishing. But I have never forgotten and am forever grateful for her skilled, witty, encouraging provocation to enter fully and fearlessly the world of ideas and the universe of imagination that were held in "English and American Literature". With thanks and admiration. May she rest in peace.
Sending my deepest condolences to David, Thomas, and the whole family circle. Jerusha was simply the most remarkable person, incredibly kind and thoughtful, and an intellectual powerhouse. Her generosity, not only as a teacher but as a mentor and friend, left an indelible mark on everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. I hope that you and family will find comfort in the knowledge that Jerusha’s legacy lives on in the many lives she touched. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dílis.
Rest in peace Jerusha. I heard you speak at the Dalkey Book Festival......it was a wonderful talk.
My deepest condolences to Jerusha’s sons David and Thomas, to her stepdaughter Ann and grandson Jay and to the extended Hull and McCormack families.
I had the pleasure of sharing many’s a tea with Jerusha when I lived beside her on Waterloo Road. A fantastic conversationalist who possessed a great knowledge in all things from culture and language to current affairs.
Her love of her family, of Wilde and cats too, was a beautiful thing.
I stayed in touch with Jerusha before and through her battle and it’s clear that she bore it with a great dignity and power, in typical Jerusha style.
May Jerusha rest in great peace.
I had the pleasure of sharing many’s a tea with Jerusha when I lived beside her on Waterloo Road. A fantastic conversationalist who possessed a great knowledge in all things from culture and language to current affairs.
Her love of her family, of Wilde and cats too, was a beautiful thing.
I stayed in touch with Jerusha before and through her battle and it’s clear that she bore it with a great dignity and power, in typical Jerusha style.
May Jerusha rest in great peace.
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