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RALPH J. FAUDREE Jr.

Memphis, Tennessee

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Ralph J. Faudree, Jr. was born in Durant, OK on August 23, 1939 and died in Memphis, TN on January 13, 2015 at his home. He was a world-renowned mathematician on the faculty of the University of Memphis for more than forty years. He published over 250 journal articles and in 2005 was awarded the...

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I am very saddened to hear of Dr. Faudree's passing and wish the best to Mrs. Faudree and the children. I have always been impressed that so many of the Memphis mathematicians great achievements were easily dwarfed by what wonderful and kind people they were. Dr. Faudree led the team in this regard. As a struggling grad student surrounded by greatness it was easy to be intimidated and there were so many times Dr. Faudree gave a smile, a word of encouragement, or an ear to me. This...

My condolences to Dr. Faudree's family. He was my Algebra professor at U of M and I was fortunate to have him as he could make the most difficult concepts look easy and was such a lovely man and dynamic person. He will truly be missed.

I am sorry for your loss. Losing a love one is so devastating. But may you find comfort in the true God of tender mercies.2corn1:3.

Dr. Faudree was a brilliant man who worked tirelessly to move the U of M forward. He also genuinely cared about people and was unfailingly kind. I hold him and his wife Pat in high regard. My thoughts are with the family.

Pat, Jill and Paja, what a wonderful man Ralph was - he inspired so many to reach beyond their expectations. Our hearts have been so heavy these last few days but knowing he is at peace will be a comfort to you. Our love and prayers are with you all.
Doyle and Bettie Silliman