Comments on: Ross Scaife (1960-2008)

By: Priyam Chawla

Priyam Chawla — Wed, 08 Aug 2012 07:12:05 +0000

Working with Dr. Scaife was an honor. I still remember his passion and enthusiasm for his work when he outlined the requirements for the latin dictionaries project. It was a privilege to know him and learn from him.

By: John Tyler

John Tyler — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 21:31:28 +0000

I am an attorney and doctoral student in Philosophy at Texas A&M. I have found this website to be an immensely helpful resource in preparing my dissertation on Athenian law and government and I will be recommending it to my students. Although I never met Dr. Scaife, I hope those of you who knew and loved him (and there are obviously many who did) to know that his work and contributions continue despite his tragic early passing.

By: Gabriel Bodard

Gabriel Bodard — Wed, 31 Mar 2010 14:08:29 +0000

Dot points out that today would have been Ross’s 50th birthday. I’m reminded again of how much I miss him, and how cruel it is to have lost such a colleague and friend in his prime.

Happy birthday, Ross. Wish you could be here to see the cool stuff that’s being done with the projects you started.

By: Paula Perlman

Paula Perlman — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 04:59:32 +0000

Ross was a wonderful presence in the classroom and out—thoughtful, mindful, and with dear Cathy a lot of fun. It was a pleasure and a privilege to have Ross as a student and to watch him develop as a colleague. With sympathy to Cathy and the rest of the family.

By: Casey Lengacher

Casey Lengacher — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 18:23:30 +0000

Working with Ross was an immensly rewarding experience that I’ll never forget. His drive and determination were limitless and often times the source of mischief. One thing I will definitely take to my grave… as I watched Ross tinker with his Apache/Tomcat configuration… don’t self-medicate your servers the day before Thanksgiving break. It’s incredibly difficult to find people willing to help you restore your blog on Turkey Day. :)

By: Christopher J Fuhrmann

Christopher J Fuhrmann — Sat, 29 Nov 2008 06:07:49 +0000

I was lucky to take Ross as an undergrad — 3rd-yr Latin. Whenever I read Vergil, I think of him. He genuinely cared for his students, and was always kind and generous to me later as a graduate student. The impact of his work and life is a ktêma es aei. Cathy, I’m so sorry.

By: gabriele alfinito

gabriele alfinito — Sat, 31 May 2008 07:30:43 +0000

Levis erit tibi terra, magister optime. Gratias quam plurimas semper agemus quia nobis omnibus antiquitatis cultoribus perutilia quaerendi instrumenta donasti. Pax tecum sit quam serenissima laetissimaque. In aeternum, doctissime amice, ave atque vale.

By: Jason Lamoreaux

Jason Lamoreaux — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 01:25:33 +0000

I just found out about Ross’ passing. I’m so sorry Cathy for your loss and for the boys. Tami, Dakota and I send our condolences. I spent many an hour chatting with Ross in his office and at his home. He will be missed.

By: Salvador Cuesta

Salvador Cuesta — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 20:49:41 +0000

From Spain. My heartfelt condolences. I learnt and I am still learn very much with his work

By: Megan Case

Megan Case — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 01:30:28 +0000

I had the honor of having Dr. Scaife at the University of Kentucky for Art History, and I will never forget his teachings. He and his family will remain in my prayers.