P. Craig Smith

With deep regret, I just now learned of Craig's passing. An outstanding professor, mentor, and dear friend, he will be deeply missed. I enjoyed every class I took with him. It was due to his encouragement that I entered grad school, and studying under him was truly the high point of my college years. My sincerest condolences to Barbara, his children, and grandchildren. Craig was indeed a great soul.

Only recently learned of Dr. Smith's passing but as one of his former students I have only fond memories. He was passionate about his history and cared deeply about his students. I will always remember the great conversations that I had with him and all of the great classes in Russian and European History. We in the teaching profession will miss you.

I regret that I only recently learned of Craig's passing. He was a wonderful colleague at NEIU and a loyal member of our union, the University Professionals of Illinois. As President of our Retiree Chapter, I send our thanks for his service and our condolences to his family.

Condolences

My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. Craig was a kind man as well as a brilliant historian. He will be missed.

Our deepest sympathy to Barbara and the family. We were glad to have met him. Cousins Francis and Cathryn Jana

I am so very sorry for the loss. Craig was a sweet neighbor to us for 25 years. I appreciated his deep love of nature and was he always kind. We will miss him!
Ginny Sykes and Jonathan Goldsmith

A good friend and political conversation. Cynical but humorous.