December 23, 2018

I found sad news by way of Google and the Internet. I knew Ira Grushow from the time that we were graduate students in English at Yale. Every now and then I do a search for old fellow students, and more and more I discover that a once-beloved colleague has passed. My memory of him is still sharp. He had a sharp wit and a way of quoting apposite words from Shakespeare or Pope to comment on the present situation, like the time I was preparing dinner for us, getting more and more flustered until he quoted Hamlet, “Cease, perturbed spirit.” He was kind as well as witty, as I am sure he was with his family. I am glad that he had a good career and a rich family life. My condolences to his family and friends.

December 13, 2018

Professor Grushow was a highlight of my time at Franklin and Marshall.  He was gentle, patient, and unfailingly kind while still being the challenging academic who pushed me to be a better scholar. My love of literature and career as an English teacher were heavily influenced by Professor Grushow.  When I was older and returned to F&M, he made me feel like an old friend every time I saw him.  He was a good soul, and I’m glad our paths overlapped for a time.

December 12, 2018

I am so sorry for your loss. Ira was one of my volunteers at the blind association radio station in Lancaster. I believe he read on Thursday afternoons, but also substituted on other days. Over the many discussions we had, I remember discovering all the places he and Jane and travelled and were planning to travel. I also remember him teaching me the best way to roll newsprint for a fireplace. Such a kind person. My sincere condolences.
Dwight Smith

December 11, 2018

Dear Jane and family,
I was very sorry to learn of Ira’s passing.  He was a kind and generous friend whose ready wit—and in particular his love of puns—brightened many days.  The world seems a much poorer place without him.  My deepest sympathy to you all.

December 11, 2018

My sincere condolences.
John Wolff

December 10, 2018

Sophy and family,
We are so very sorry to hear of your father’s passing. We send love to you all and will think of you often these days. Much love and deepest condolences. Marina, Peter and Gianni

December 10, 2018

Dear Jane and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of visits to your farm and having tea, visiting the gardens, and trying to find Ira amidst all of the books. I remember the time when Dr Gentzler performed a cardiac cathh on Ira and he was so proud to be able to care for him as he was fortunate to have Ira as one of his favorite and best professors at F&M. I wish you and your family peace and blessings.

December 10, 2018

Sorry to hear of the passing of Ira.  We recall his participation in the history round table and will miss him there.  Our best wishes to Jane. You and your family will be in our thoughts.      Alace and Jim Humphreville

December 10, 2018

Dear Jane & Family,
It is with great sadness that I saw Ira’s obituary in this morning’s LNP.  My most sincere condolences to all of you regarding his death.  We have missed your, and his, smiling faces since you left Barrcrest.

December 10, 2018

Hello Grushow Family,
I am sorry to learn of Ira’s passing.  He was always thoughtful and kind.  He touched many lives.
Most respectfully,
Molly Henderson

December 10, 2018

We’re so sorry to hear of Ira’s passing.  While we never met him, we knew he was a good man through your stories of him and your long life together.  We miss you on the scuba trips but knew your heart was with Ira.