Dear Janice and family! Oh how sad I am to hear of the passing of such a dynamic and unforgettable Brother. Brother Cracroft was by far my and Alieshia's favorite neigbor while livin in Pinegar apt on Center st. He has obtained a copy of one of my journal writings in manuscript form and was impressed enough to make some editing recommendations and suggest I make some corrections so he could recommend it to his friends at a couple

Dear Janice and family! Oh how sad I am to hear of the passing of such a dynamic and unforgettable Brother. Brother Cracroft was by far my and Alieshia's favorite neigbor while livin in Pinegar apt on Center st. He has obtained a copy of one of my journal writings in manuscript form and was impressed enough to make some editing recommendations and suggest I make some corrections so he could recommend it to his friends at a couple of publishing companies, which I'm ashamed to say I never did.

I recall a New Years Open House in your home one year to which we were invited. I recall think... to myself "how is a poor black single mom like me going to fit in with whoever the other guest will be?" And decided not to attend. The more I decided not to attend the more the Lord let me know... "oh, you WILL be going." timid and intimidated I trudged through the yard with my young daughter in tow, an knocked on the door. I was greeted with such warmth and that fabulous smile and laugh that you know so well to be your husbands. When I stepped in your home he Announced to everyone ... "this is our great friend and neighbor, The young Authoress Karyn Dudley and her lovely daughter Alieshia!" From that moment on I was felt equal to all who attended.
Last week I came across the manuscipt Brother Cracroft looked at for me. Reread his notes and just smiled at the thought of wonderful him! I will be working on that book this year, its time I make those corrections and get that book written. You and Brother Richard are lovingly scripted in our hearts. Peace and Blessings to you and all your family. We love you!

In 1958, I was transfered to Gmunden Austria to move into Elder Cracroft"s bed, and began working with Elder Keiser. I felt Dick's wonderful spirit then and at many times during my life. The great time we had In the mission conference in Bern in December 1958, where Lee Barns and I worked with Dick as we MC ed the missionary program. I will always remember the outstanding talk that Dick gave at President Curtis' reunion meeting where Richard caught

In 1958, I was transfered to Gmunden Austria to move into Elder Cracroft"s bed, and began working with Elder Keiser. I felt Dick's wonderful spirit then and at many times during my life. The great time we had In the mission conference in Bern in December 1958, where Lee Barns and I worked with Dick as we MC ed the missionary program. I will always remember the outstanding talk that Dick gave at President Curtis' reunion meeting where Richard caught the spirit and essence of our inspired Mission President. It was a thrill to visit the Cracrofts in Zurich as they were leading the Swiss Mission. I have listened to him talk at firesides and read his literary works and comments on the countless books he has read.
He is a dear friend and I look forward in being in his presence again, in the near future. Alles Gute!

Swen

I will always treasure my interactions with Dr. Craycroft as some of my favorite times at BYU. I was a student in one of his graduate seminar classes while awaiting my mission call. Although I could sing the East High fight song, he said I would really only deserve an A in his class if I got my call to Switzerland. Fortunately I did. He tried to retract the grade when he learned that it was to the French speaking

I will always treasure my interactions with Dr. Craycroft as some of my favorite times at BYU. I was a student in one of his graduate seminar classes while awaiting my mission call. Although I could sing the East High fight song, he said I would really only deserve an A in his class if I got my call to Switzerland. Fortunately I did. He tried to retract the grade when he learned that it was to the French speaking part, but I am happy to report he kept his promise. After my return he supported me through my master's thesis and laughed along with me when I inadvertently deleted all the punctuation from the final draft. A true friend and mentor, I am glad he is at peace. I wish his dear wife and family the best as they treasure his memory and look forward to the time when they are all reunited.

My English Professor brother-in-law suggested that I have Richard Cracroft read my first novel, Angel of the Danube, in 2000. Although strangers at the time, after reading it, Richard wrote me a wonderful endorsement that is one of my cherished possessions. Then he invited me to his house in Provo and asked me about my family, my mission, my wife's family, and my life story. Never a stranger. He then wrote a wonderful review of my novel and my brother-in-law,

My English Professor brother-in-law suggested that I have Richard Cracroft read my first novel, Angel of the Danube, in 2000. Although strangers at the time, after reading it, Richard wrote me a wonderful endorsement that is one of my cherished possessions. Then he invited me to his house in Provo and asked me about my family, my mission, my wife's family, and my life story. Never a stranger. He then wrote a wonderful review of my novel and my brother-in-law, (John Bennion) novel that he presented at the AML meeting that year.

We had ties--I had a picture from my mission in upper Austria in 1979 of Sister Bruckl, and one where I was asleep on Sister Bruckl's couch studying discussions, that he insisted I give to him.

About a year later while I was adjunct teaching at BYU, Richard invited me into his office and told me the story about the contact lenses. Then he told me about losing his daughter and his confusion, only to have the Lord provide a way through a letter asking him to retell the contact lens story. By responding to the letter, he realized once again that he was in a position of having to walk by faith and be totally blind in order to see again more clearly. I don't know why he was compelled to tell me this story--perhaps he sensed there would never be another time---but we were both crying buckets of tears.

I hope the contact lens story was part of the funeral. I suspect he is rejoicing with his daughter and I'm confident that his eyesight is fully restored and transcendent.

My dear Prez and Sis. Cracroft,
Not only did I have the honor of serving under Prez and Sis. Cracroft (being one of the "400 best missionaries in this dispensation in the best mission in the world"), but I was also blessed to have taken two of his English courses at BYU. Even after my mission and undergrad work, he never stopped having an influence on my life: I would quote him, share stories about him, and continually wonder, "What would

My dear Prez and Sis. Cracroft,
Not only did I have the honor of serving under Prez and Sis. Cracroft (being one of the "400 best missionaries in this dispensation in the best mission in the world"), but I was also blessed to have taken two of his English courses at BYU. Even after my mission and undergrad work, he never stopped having an influence on my life: I would quote him, share stories about him, and continually wonder, "What would Prez Cracroft think about this." He was a spiritual giant who radiated and personified the joy of the gospel. I will never, ever forget him! I love you, Prez! And I love you too, Sis. Cracroft! Thank you for showing me how true Latter-day Saints are supposed to live.

Love,
Roy Angel and family

Dear Janice and Cracroft Family,
President Cracroft has had an everlasting impact on my life as he has yours. His most recent impact was last January when I stopped in for a visit. We spoke about the loss of my 3 year old son. Off the cuff, he comforted me with these simple words "the future is bright, the present deprivation is horrible." In so few words he so succinctly desribed my feelings of loss and yet gratitude for the Author

Dear Janice and Cracroft Family,
President Cracroft has had an everlasting impact on my life as he has yours. His most recent impact was last January when I stopped in for a visit. We spoke about the loss of my 3 year old son. Off the cuff, he comforted me with these simple words "the future is bright, the present deprivation is horrible." In so few words he so succinctly desribed my feelings of loss and yet gratitude for the Author of our Salvation. Likewise, I firmly believe that the future of the Cracroft family is bright even though the present deprivation of his presence is horrible. May God bless and comfort you with His Spirit as you mourn the loss of your husband, father, grandfather, friend and my mission president.
With love, David A. Coleman

Dear Papa,
I loved you so much. You always could make me smile with your funny stories and memories. You were always proud of me, so thank you for that. But, you are in a a better place now, so that makes me happy. Thank you for being an amazing Grandfather.
Love,
Sarah Lewis

Oh how I wished I would have come and seen you on my last trip to Utah Valley. You would have made me laugh, you would have helped me see my life clearer, you would have inspired me to be a better person. In death you are still lifting me higher, with a smile in my heart. With your sweet wife at your side, the two of you guided the lives of some very active young men and blessed us

Oh how I wished I would have come and seen you on my last trip to Utah Valley. You would have made me laugh, you would have helped me see my life clearer, you would have inspired me to be a better person. In death you are still lifting me higher, with a smile in my heart. With your sweet wife at your side, the two of you guided the lives of some very active young men and blessed us with a testimony that God is real and the Savior loves us, personally. I remember you helping me with my first talk, looking over a child's book I had written. You are a hero to me. I truly believe you were meant to be in my life to help me know the way. Thank you for all that you have done for so many, but especially for me. Say hi to my mom and dad. In fact, come and see me. I would get a kick out of that. It just the sort of thing that you would do, since I didn't do that for you, last time I was in Utah Valley. Until we meet again, God be with you and your family.

My teacher, my mentor, my friend, you will be missed. Thanks for your inspiration on our two ward Book of Testimonies. Your testimony and memory lives on and will always bring a smile to my face and heart. May your sweet Janice be comforted in your momentary separation. God be with you til we meet again.

Dear Sister Cracroft and family,

President Cracroft and I served at the same time as stake presidents in the Provo Utah Region. He was always a delight to be around. I had the privelage of accompanying him to a special stake presidents meeting with the brethren in Salt Lake. Driving to and from Salt Lake was a special time for me to interact with him.

I am grateful that friendships as well as families are forever.

Sincerely,

M. Wayne Snow
Patriarch
Provo Utah South Stake