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Judith Levy-Ajzenkopf posted a condolence
Saturday, October 27, 2012
John I just happened upon this notice and wanted to extend my condolences to you and your family. All I can really say is that I am not surprised that so many people have great things to say about your father. The apple never falls far from the tree.
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John and Chris Furedy lit a candle
Saturday, September 29, 2012
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With fond memories of a warm and lively colleague.
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John J. Furedy posted a condolence
Saturday, September 29, 2012
Chris and I were truly sad to hear of John dying, although we knew of his illness, and we send our thoughts to Judie and all the family. In 1967 when I arrived as a new assistant professor to the University of Toronto psychology department, John was one of my senior colleagues, having come in 1965. The first thing I knew about him is that his PhD was from the Minnesota psychology department, which I thought to be the strongest American department: it could not only boast of being an empirical research “data factory”, but had a number of excellent conceptually oriented faculty, such as Paul Meehl (famous for his distinction between ‘intervening variables” and “hypothetical constructs”) and David Lykken (the indefatigable foe of the lie detector, and a witty writer of controversial papers). John used to quip when asked why he moved to Toronto, that he wanted to move south. When I got to know John better, a feature that stood out was his great ability as a teacher of undergraduates. John was famous for the erudition of his lectures, but his sense of humour was legendary in a department known for its sense of humour. On learning that some students complained that he spoke “too perfectly” his retort was: “Well, what do they want me to do, stutter?” Also, in his multiple-choice tests on the mysteries of social psychology, he would insert at least one item that required students to know that in Casablanca Rick said “Play it”, not “Play it again” or “Play it again Sam”. While serving on a number of his doctoral students’ thesis committees, I observed John’s ability to educate our graduate students. In contrast to the American system, the U. of T. system in those days had examiners who were independent of the supervisor, so it was not good enough for students to simply echo their supervisors’ position. It was very clear to me that John’s students were truly educated by him. They were his students and not his disciples. However, although our areas of specialization (social psychology and experimental psychophysiology, respectively) were rather far apart, we did belong to one interest group which, after the “Ebbinghaus Empire” (devoted to memory, meeting weekly), was, and continues to be the department’s second oldest. I refer to the 12-1 pm bridge group which started its Monday-to-Friday meetings in 1968, and still meets, though less frequently. John was a founding member of this group, and many a good game and entertaining session we had with him. More seriously, in his stint as Undergraduate Secretary John made a critical contribution to the department. I recall several occasions when I discussed various difficult issues in undergraduate evaluation with him, after which I modified my root-and-branch policy. John was not the most “visible” of the faculty in terms of citation counts, but I think he was one of the very wisest. John J. Furedy Emeritus Professor of Psychology University of Toronto Saturday 28 September 2012
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don dutton former graduate student of john's. lit a candle
Friday, September 28, 2012
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So sorry he passed- i owe him a lot for his careful mentoring and brilliant humour.
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michael harris bond lit a candle
Friday, September 28, 2012
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former student of social psychology, appreciative of John's inspiration
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Sheila Lightfoot and Laureen Lightfoot-James lit a candle
Friday, September 28, 2012
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Dear Judie:
We were so sorry to hear of John's passing, he was a great guy.
We are thinking of you at this difficult time.
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don dutton posted a condolence
Friday, September 28, 2012
I was very saddened to hear of John's paasing. He was a great favourite as Professor- humorous and crystal clear. To the extent, I can write journal papers at I owe it to John. He patiently trimmed the excess baggage from my graduate works. He mentoed me thropugh to my Ph.D.- I am most grateful to him. Sorry he passed.
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michael harris bond posted a condolence
Friday, September 28, 2012
Dr. Arrowood was my first teacher of social psychology, my subsequent profession. He bathed us second-year undergrads in his wry humour, smart dressing style, and curiosity about the world. John returned exam scripts promptly and enthusiastically agreed to write letters of recommendation to far-away places. he recommended i go to Stanford over Berkeley, and that choice has made all the difference. i appreciated his willingness to chat whenever i returned from my foreign location to visit my family. Dr. Arrowood once told me that,"You will be a great social psychologist." true or not, his promise has stayed with me these many years, pulling me forward. thank you, John, and good-bye!
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Sheila Lightfoot and Laureen Lightfoot-James posted a condolence
Friday, September 28, 2012
Dear Judie: We were so sorry to hear of John's passing, he was a great guy. We are thinking of you at this difficult time.
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Victoria Lee posted a condolence
Friday, September 28, 2012
Dear Mrs. Arrowood and family: I was so sorry to read about Dr. Arrowood's recent passing. I was one of the many first year U of T students who took his Introduction to Social Psychology course in the early 1970’s. Although he never knew me, I felt I needed to write you and your family to share my feelings about him. I know many of his students over the years would wholeheartedly agree with my comments. It is ironic that I was very recently describing Dr. Arrowood to my 17 year old son who is considering what courses he should take next year in university. I told him I recall very little of what I took in university except for this class. Inspiring teachers are so few and far between. Dr. Arrowood was a wonderful lecturer who made the subject matter interesting and relevant. I can still see in my mind’s eye how he used to walk back and forth in front of the class, imparting knowledge that I still recall to this very day. He was also not afraid to show us his personal side. For example, we all knew how much he loved figure skating! I see that donations are being accepted for the Alzheimer’s Society for Lewy body dementia research. I presume Dr. Arrowood may have been struck down by this disease? As a geriatric psychiatrist, I work with many patients with dementia and their families so I know how difficult it must have been to see such a brilliant mind destroyed by this terrible illness. Please accept my condolences for your loss. Sincerely, Victoria Lee
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Tim and Bente Willis posted a condolence
Thursday, September 27, 2012
Our most deepest condolences to you and your family at this time. You will be remembered in our thoughts and prayers.
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Linda Goldsman posted a condolence
Thursday, September 27, 2012
Dear Judie & family, I am very sorry for the loss of your John. I always enjoyed speaking to him over the phone as well as in person. I know you will have many wonderful memories to get you through the difficult days ahead. May John's memory be for a blessing. Love Linda
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Christina Girardi-D'souza posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 26, 2012
Christina Girardi-D'souza made a donation to Alzheimer Society - Lewy Body Dementia Research
Judith and family, I am thinking of you at this difficult time. So sorry for the loss of your precious Dad. Love from your colleague and friend, Christina
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LiseAnne, Ian, Katerine & Dominique posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 26, 2012
LiseAnne, Ian, Katerine & Dominique made a donation to Alzheimer Society - Lewy Body Dementia Research
We are very sorry to hear about your loss. From our family to yours, our most heartfelt sympathies.
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Victoria Lee posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 26, 2012
Victoria Lee made a donation to Alzheimer Society - Lewy Body Dementia Research
My sympathy for your loss, from a former student of Dr. Arrowood
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Tim & Nicky posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 26, 2012
Tim & Nicky made a donation to Alzheimer Society - Lewy Body Dementia Research
Our sincerest condolences. Tim & Nicky
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Janet Marks/Michelle Nichols posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 26, 2012
Janet Marks/Michelle Nichols made a donation to Alzheimer Society - Lewy Body Dementia Research
During this difficult time we would like to extend our most heartfelt sympathies. You and your family are in our thoughts, Michelle & Janet
