Dr. Lauren E. Brown

My deepest condolences to Lauren's family. I started corresponding with Lauren in the late 1970s regarding the conservation of the Houston Toad and, later, the Illinois Mud Turtle. Lauren was passionate in his concerns, supplying data and opinions on conservation approaches and options. We continued correspondence sporadically until rather recently, particularly regarding fossil tortoises and their adaptations to cold climates. Lauren was one of the good guys, and I have included him in the...

Evan (and family)--I was saddened to read of your father's passing. For many years we walked to and swam at the McCormick pool. I enjoyed his company. He had quite a research record and worked up until (nearly) the end. You can be most proud of him. My thoughts, prayers, and condolences are with you. Cordially, Wib Leonard