Keith Rayner

A kind man, and a scientist. You are missed, indeed, Keith. To the family: May God grant you comfort.

The staff at Boyden & Perron would like to extend our condolences. Our thoughts are with you at this time.

I'd like to pass on my condolences to the family of Dr. Keith Rayner. Keith was a great mentor to me when I was a postdoctoral fellow at UMASS and later, when I became a professor. His impact on my career was (and still is) massive. Thank you Keith, for being a mentor.

Sue, I am so sorry for your loss. We haven't talked for a long time for which I am sorry. I still miss you and am grateful for all those fond memories at the Boston Distribution Center and the time we spent together. I wish we could get together if you have some time while in S.L. I only read the obituary today, or I would have come to the funeral. Again, I am so sorry for your loss. Know that I love you. Susan Skinner [email protected]

I'd like to add my condolences to Bishop Rayner's family. Much love to Ashley, Jonathan, Sue, and Olive at this time.

I took several classes with Dr. Rayner while attending UMASS but knew him as a leader in my church much earlier than that. I volunteered to support his studies after class for extra credit because I was enthralled by his teachings and mesmerized by his research methodologies. Dr. Rayner was one of those professors that had a lasting impact on me and I will always be grateful for my semesters I was lucky enough to get into his classes. To the Rayner family, I am so sorry for your loss. I am...

I AM SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS OF KEITH. HE WAS A GOOD MAN AND I ENJOYED WORKING WITH HIM WHEN HE WAS BISHOP IN AMHERST. I AM SORRY THAT HE HAD TO SUFFER FOR SO LONG WITH HIS POOR HEALTH, BUT GLAD FOR THE KNOWLEDGE OF WHERE HE IS NOW. I BET HE AND HIS DAD ARE SO HAPPY TO BE TOGETHER AGAIN. I LOVE YOU SUSAN ASHLEY AND JONATHAN

I first met Keith in Mr. Crookston's shop class at Evergreen Jr. High. My impression was very favorable and didn't change. He seem like such a nice, level-headed, unpretentious guy, and destined for something really good. Having gone through Olympus High together, I haven't seen or heard from or of him since, so it was fascinating for me to see the course his life took. A mission to his homeland, an Ivy League doctorate, church leadership, impactful research culminating in an endowed...

Bishop Rayner was a wonderful man who,as bishop in Amherst was compassionate and understanding and an example of a great leader! Love and prayers to Susan,Ashley and Jonathan and your families.