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Edward Buckner Obituary
Dr. Buckner was a member of Second Presbyterian Church. He was the Overton Professor of Forestry, Emeritus, University of Tennessee, were he taught for 41 years.
He is survived by his loving family: wife of 47 years, Caroline Boyd Buckner; daughters, Rebecca Buckner of Alexandria, VA, Mary Beth "MB" Buckner of Covington, VA; sister and brother-in-law, Elizabeth Gash and husband, Robert of Brevard, NC; brother and sister-in- law, Robert Buckner and wife, Sally of Raleigh, NC; one niece and several nephews.
A memorial service will be 2 p.m. Saturday at Second Presbyterian Church with Rev. Pat Harvey officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family request memorials may be made to: Edward R. Buckner Endowment for Graduate Research in Forest Ecology, University of Tennessee Development Office, 600 Andy Holt Tower, Knoxville, Tennessee 37996.
The family will receive friends following the service at the church.
Arrangements by Rose Mortuary Mann Heritage Chapel.
www.rosemortuary.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Edward Buckner
Greg Sanders
January 18, 2007
Dear Caroline, Becky, and Mary Beth;
Ed was an influence on my life long before I ever knew it. When he was a student teacher at UT, Ed helped my dad find a summer job with the Forest Service in Oregon, where he soon met my mother. Twenty-eight years later, I was fortunate enough to be one of Ed's grad students (and he once reminded me that he was partially responsible for my existence when I was not getting my thesis done soon enough!).
May you find comfort in this time of loss knowing that Ed influenced many of our lives in a wonderfully positive way. His humble wisdom will live with me forever.
Robert Thompson
January 10, 2007
Ed Buckner was the first person I talked to when I entered the School of Forestry back in 1964. I was a floundering pre-engineering student at the time and after talking to him, my interest peaked and I was able to do something, for the first time in my life that felt right. The last time I saw Dr. Buckner, I was able to tell him now much he meant to me. That meant a lot to me and hopfully to him. May God be with you, the family, during this transitional period of your lives.
Bob (Buddy) Thompson
Jim Black
January 7, 2007
Dear Caroline,
Though our words can do little to comfort you, we hope our thoughts and prayers will help support you,
Becky, and Mary Beth at this time.
Much Love, Jim and Cindy Black
Clint Cross
January 6, 2007
Dr. Buckner had a very positive influence on my life and my chosen profession. I was honored to have the opportunity to learn from him.
Stephen Wells
January 6, 2007
My father worked with Dr. Buckner for many years. In addition to the tremendous accomplishments that he made during his professional career, he made an even more profound impact as a wonderful person. He will be missed by all that knew him. My condolences to the Buckner family. God Bless you.
Rusty Rhea
January 5, 2007
Dr. Buckner will be missed tremendously by the forestry community. He epitomized what being a University professor is and his contribution to the field of forestry can not be overstated. He left a lasting impression on all who knew him and we are blessed to have studied with him. My thoughts and prayers are with the family as we all miss Ed. USFS
Dr. Carol Hardy Croy
January 5, 2007
As an undergraduate at UT Knoxville, I took silviculture under Dr. Buckner, where I became enthralled with hardwoods and his lectures on mountain fire ecology and oak regeneration. At that time (early-mid 80's) he seemed to be a lone voice in the wilderness with his observations and theories. How time has proven Dr. Ed to be right and a true pioneer in that field. Dr. Buckner stands out amongst many teachers I have had as one of the best. He will be greatly missed.
Charlie Blinn
January 5, 2007
Caroline, Becky, and Mary Beth -
Both in the classroom and outside of it, Ed was an inspirational teacher, a great mentor and role model, and a very considerate person. He was also a true friend who would help wherever possible. I fondly think back to the many times when I spent time with him and all of you and have drawn upon those experiences to try to become a better person myself. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Michael Milosch
January 5, 2007
We enjoyed Ed's contributions when he was a member of our Board of Directors during a critical period of growth and goal setting at the Cradle of Forestry in America. His gifts of knowledge and friendship will always be highly valued.
Barb Crane
January 5, 2007
Ed Buckner was one of the best Forestry professors UT ever had, and I had the distinct privilege of being one of his students. My thoughts and prayers are offered in support to his family.
Tom Spiggle
January 4, 2007
I have enjoyed knowing Ed these many years. He was always friendly, kind, and considerate. I will miss him greatly, as will many others. My prayers are with you, my cousins, Caroline, Mary Beth, and Becky.
US Forest Service Bent Creek Exp. Forest
January 4, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Over the years we appreciated Dr. Buckner sharing his time and expertise as an excellent speaker at our annual Upland Hardwood Silviculture Training. The knowledge he past on to federal, state, and private foresters will continue to benefit our natural resources.
Jane Miller
January 4, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Christopher M Oswalt
January 4, 2007
Caroline, Becky, and Mary Beth -
My wife and I will be praying for you during this difficult time. Dr. Buckner has been an inspiration for many in the Forestry community. We will miss him dearly.
Stephen Huskey
January 4, 2007
I was blessed to have Dr. Buckner as my professor at UT. He was an exceptional professor; I have also benefited from his kindness and knowledge of forestry over the last 40 years before and after my graduation from UT. May God be with you during this trying time.
Mark
January 4, 2007
I became acquainted with Ed a number of years ago playing doubles with he and a couple of his close friends on the tennis courts of the West Knoxville YMCA. He made a lasting impression on me. My deepest condolences - may God comfort you.
Jeff Piatt
January 4, 2007
Dr. Buckner was my favorite professor at UT. I was both fortunate and blessed to have been one of his students. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Tom Waldrop
January 3, 2007
Caroline, Becky, and Mary Beth - I have been thinking about Ed a lot over the past month. He taught me so many things over the years that I am only now beginning to realize what some of them were. One of the most important was to take time to love your family. Because of his love for each of you, I have been able to enjoy my family even more than I could have expected. Ed was truly loved by all.
Tom Hall
January 3, 2007
Dr Ed Buckner was my most beloved forestry teacher at UT. He was a fair and very dedicated teacher. He was the best. I graduated from UT with a degree in Forestry in 1970.
Jennifer Plyler
January 3, 2007
Dr. Buckner was my mentor and professor. He started me on a career path in 1991 that has been extremely rewarding, both personally and professionally. I was often glad that his wisdom prevailed over my shortsightedness. Personally, I was struck by his ever-present humility.
As Ed smiles upon us, may he have a drip torch in hand and a table mountain pine stand at his feet.
Caroline, Becky, and Mary Beth--you are in my thoughts and prayers.
John Preston
January 3, 2007
Caroline,
We grieve with you in the loss of a wonderful man, and our friend.
Liz and John Preston
David Todd
January 2, 2007
Ed told me many times that trees and people are a lot alike. They are born, grow, mature, grow old and eventually die. That analogy has stuck with me. We had many good times trying to determine how we and the landscape got to now.
Carolyn, I wish you the best and my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. You and Ed reached out and made me feel like family and always welcomed in your home and in your lives.
"A Mighty Oak has Fallen"
A mighty oak has fallen
There is quiet across the land
The teacher is no longer with us
To guide us with his hand
A mighty oak has fallen
There is a void within this space.
His heart and spirit nourished us
To grow strong and take his place.
A mighty oak has fallen
His time is here I fear.
The memories he as left us
Provides a grin, a laugh and a tear.
A mighty oak has fallen
We ponder and wonder why.
He helped mold our spirit and
Helped us reach the sky.
The might oak has fallen
We will carry on some how.
We’ll continue the search for knowledge
And how we got to now.
The might oak has fallen
There is reverence in this place
He taught us how to live and die
With dignity, courage and grace
The might oak has fallen
There is a quiet across the land
Even the celestial forests in heaven
Need the touch of the teacher’s hand.
Bill and Virginia Perry
January 2, 2007
Caroline.
We are deeply saddened to learn of Ed's death. May God comfort you, Becky, and Mary Beth during this saddest of times. We pray for you and mourn your loss of this wonderful man.
Joshua Idassi
January 2, 2007
When I was looking for Forestry Schools in the U.S. I came to find that University Tennessee had a program in Forestry and silviculture was taught by Dr. Ed Buckner. His picture in the UT Forestry Graduate Catalogue stood out and was so appealing that it enticed me to apply for a graduate assistanship. He lead a team of professors and together they awarded me an assistantship. He advised me to retake some classes that were fundamental in understanding American Forestry relative to Africa and Europe. My family, my wife and our three children pray for the Buckner family to stay strong. May God grant you peace and strength during this time of sorrow.
Hugh and Kathy Welch
January 2, 2007
Our sympathy to the Buckner family. A good man and a good life.
David Arnold
January 2, 2007
In life, a few people come to mind as being instrumental in helping to establish a sound foundation that allows one to spread their wings and fly. Dr. Buckner is one of these people in my life. The forestry profession on this Earth has lost a tremendous mentor and friend. The forests of Heaven have gained a tremendous ally.
John Woodcock
January 2, 2007
As my professor at UTK, Dr. Buckner instilled a love of forestry in me. I remember his interest in sustaining a native stand of shortleaf pine on LBL in Stewart County, TN. May family and friends please accept my sympathy.
Gary and Joretta Schneider
January 2, 2007
Caroline, Becky, and Mary Beth:
We mourn the death of Ed, a dear friend and colleague. However, we celebrate his life, and the positive impact that he had on everyone that he interacted with throughout his life. God's blessings and comfort to you during this time.
Rick Murphree
January 2, 2007
We will miss a great teacher, conservationist, and person.
Robin Bible
January 2, 2007
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Robin Bible (BSF 1979).
Paul and Susan Huray
January 2, 2007
We are so sorry to hear about the departure of a close friend. Our condolances and future best wishes extend to Mary Beth, Becky and Caroline. Bill, Stephanie and Jennifer also extend their deepest sympathies.
Johh Spiggle
January 2, 2007
Caroline, Becky & Mary Beth
We grieve with you in your loss. We will miss Ed.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
John, Gwen, Tom & David
Marian & Bill Broome
January 2, 2007
We are out of town but want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
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