Hill G. Crawford Jr. (1965)

Victoria and I  were in several classes together.  Classy Lady.

Susan DeGracia (1965)

I've wanted to comment on Victoria's passing for quite a while now but couldn't find the right words to adequately express my feelings. I still can't. I remember Victoria from way before Mumford, we were in junior high together, but my family moved and I switched schools in the ninth grade. When I got to Mumford, I was really happy to discover that Victoria was there, too. Two words come to mind when thinking about Victoria: kind and smart. She was incredibly smart, but she didn't flaunt it, she just was. But more importantly, she was incredibly kind. She radiated calmness when you were around her, but you could also feel an inner strength within her. Perhaps that strength is what produced the calming effect. To me, Victoria was a beautiful person in all the ways that count--although she was also beautiful outwardly, almost regal in her bearing. I guess the reason this has been so difficult to write is because, although I knew Victoria for a long time, we were never close friends. There was just never enough time, there were too many people at Mumford, our interests were different, a million excuses, all regrettable now. Regardless, for however long I knew Victoria, and in whatever capacity I knew her, she obviously had an effect on me, and her passing has had a effect on me. I truly wish I had known you longer, Victoria, I wish I had known you better. Rest in peace, my friend.

Barbara Hochman (Ravitz) (1965)

I  remember Victoria well and she was a wonderful person and a great friend.  The world lost a brilliant person who loved and helped everyone she knew.  I will miss her terribly.

Lonnie Snowden (1965)

I knew Vicky during Mumford years and always thought highly of her although, for no particular reason, we were never close friends. Our research interests overlap and I encountered her professionally on a couple of occasions over the years and, as well, I know very well members of a research group with which she was connected while at Michigan and with whom she continued to work for some time after. Not only was Vicky very talented,as  she clearly was, but she also was one of the most sincere and genuine people I dealt with. Vicky stood out for these qualities and I always was proud to think of her as a Mumford alum. I am deeply saddened by her untimely death. 

Beverlie Lake (Jones) (1965)

I would like to say "ditto" to everything Susan DeGracia said about Victoria Jackson.  Victoria was a class act with a capital "C."   I too shared  a class or two with this incredible young lady and unfortunately didn't get a chance to know her well.  Yet, I was so impressed by her smartness and the way she carried herself.  Susan said it correctly, "regal."  Hats off to the parents who raised her.  Also, God bless the family she left behind. I'm proud to have known her.  And thank you Susan DeGracia for your beautiful comments.  You were (are) a class act too. Missed you at the reunion.