Obituaries

We were saddended to hear of Betty's passing. As summer neighbors of Betty at Matlock we shared her love of 'the lake'. Betty was such a good neighbor! She seemed always to be present either puttering in her yard or on the deck reading a book. We will miss her!! Our condolences to the Shannon family.

Professor Shannon had a profound effect on my life. While she was my main advisor for my graduate work, she was so much more than that for me. She was a witty, intellectual, strong, independent woman who was also approachable and caring to her students. What a great role model for a young woman to have! I was so fortunate and forever grateful she believed in me and pushed me to finish my thesis work even when it looked like life was getting in the way of its completion. She never gave up on me, and she wouldn't let me give up either. I can't thank her enough.

Elizabeth Shannon had a more profound effect on me than any other professor at U.of M. I enrolled in every class she taught and enjoyed her expertise, her wit, and her sense of humor. So sorry to hear of her passing.