Edward R. Buckner

Dear Caroline, Becky, and Mary Beth;

Ed was an influence on my life long before I ever knew it. When he was a student teacher at UT, Ed helped my dad find a summer job with the Forest Service in Oregon, where he soon met my mother. Twenty-eight years later, I was fortunate enough to be one of Ed's grad students (and he once reminded me that he was partially responsible for my existence when I was not getting my thesis done soon enough!).

May you find comfort in this time of...

Ed Buckner was the first person I talked to when I entered the School of Forestry back in 1964. I was a floundering pre-engineering student at the time and after talking to him, my interest peaked and I was able to do something, for the first time in my life that felt right. The last time I saw Dr. Buckner, I was able to tell him now much he meant to me. That meant a lot to me and hopfully to him. May God be with you, the family, during this transitional period of your lives.

Bob...

Dear Caroline,
Though our words can do little to comfort you, we hope our thoughts and prayers will help support you,
Becky, and Mary Beth at this time.
Much Love, Jim and Cindy Black

Dr. Buckner had a very positive influence on my life and my chosen profession. I was honored to have the opportunity to learn from him.

My father worked with Dr. Buckner for many years. In addition to the tremendous accomplishments that he made during his professional career, he made an even more profound impact as a wonderful person. He will be missed by all that knew him. My condolences to the Buckner family. God Bless you.

Dr. Buckner will be missed tremendously by the forestry community. He epitomized what being a University professor is and his contribution to the field of forestry can not be overstated. He left a lasting impression on all who knew him and we are blessed to have studied with him. My thoughts and prayers are with the family as we all miss Ed. USFS

As an undergraduate at UT Knoxville, I took silviculture under Dr. Buckner, where I became enthralled with hardwoods and his lectures on mountain fire ecology and oak regeneration. At that time (early-mid 80's) he seemed to be a lone voice in the wilderness with his observations and theories. How time has proven Dr. Ed to be right and a true pioneer in that field. Dr. Buckner stands out amongst many teachers I have had as one of the best. He will be greatly missed.

Caroline, Becky, and Mary Beth -
Both in the classroom and outside of it, Ed was an inspirational teacher, a great mentor and role model, and a very considerate person. He was also a true friend who would help wherever possible. I fondly think back to the many times when I spent time with him and all of you and have drawn upon those experiences to try to become a better person myself. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

We enjoyed Ed's contributions when he was a member of our Board of Directors during a critical period of growth and goal setting at the Cradle of Forestry in America. His gifts of knowledge and friendship will always be highly valued.