Lyle Craker

I spent 6 months in Lyle's laboratory working under his supervision in 2013. I was visiting scholar from Pakistan. I found Lyle such a nice human being and supportive person. I even use to share things related to his greatness with my students. I miss you so much Lyle. May your soul rest in peace. Aameen

I have been a research scholar from Pakistan Under supervision of Dr Craker During June 2013 to December 2013. I Don't have words for him but would just like to say that he was just like a father and a very good friend to me. In my country, teachers usually are not so frank to students but Craker's attitude really surprised me and I follow him in my country towards my students. I am really sad and depressed on this news and pray that May his soul rest in peace. My deep condolences with his...

I am Farnoosh Fattahi a Ph.D. in the Medicinal Plants field from Iran. A few years ago when I was a Ph.D. student I sent Dr. Lyle Craker an email, he kindly answered me many times and accepted me as a visiting scholar in his lab, although I could not come I always remember his compassion. Rest in peace, dear Dr. Lyle Craker

Dear Betty, I remember meeting Lyle for the first time on the Echo Hill Bus going to UMass daily. That was a great experience ... the free bus system increased my friends at UMass by several fold and Lyle and I would have lively discussions whenever we took the same bus. Lyle was one of the best conversationalists in my book!

Spent many years with Lyle when I was at UMASS. He was a giving and caring person with exceptional integrity. Always enjoyed his Herb fairs on campus and how well he engaged students. Tried to get him to retire when I did but was unsuccessful. He said he was going to do more genealogy upon retirement. He was a great human being and I am so blessed to have known him. I hope to attend the service.

Dear Betty, Karen, Nancy, and Sarah, and Chantha Bin, Our family sends deepest sympathy to you and yours at this sad time with the passing of Lyle. We are up in Maine now but remember years ago when Lyle and I Would ride the bus to UMass early in the morning and talk world events, Amherst news, ..politics, ..whatever.. and we arrived wide awake at the University to start the day!! Then, too, one year, Sarah babysat for our son, David, summer mornings when I worked part-time. He is now an...

We remember Lyle so warmly, and our hearts go out to his loved ones, as they grieve his loss. May God hold you close at this tender time.