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Phyllis Jensen
October 19, 2007
I am so sorry that Dad has left us. He and Mom will continue cruising in Heaven. You know in your heart that you always took the very best care of him, and he loved you for it.
Becky & Sam Rhoades
October 18, 2007
Our Dear Friend:
Rest certain and be at peace with the knowledge Dad is Home. We enjoyed the many hours of laughter and the great conversations we shared with "Captain Ed" aboard our beloved Delta Queen.
William Lingo
October 18, 2007
Dear Mary Ann-
Lorna & I are very sorry to hear of Ed's death and are giving you lots of hugs, even if it from afar.
Bill & Lorna
Phyllis Dale
October 17, 2007
My dear Mary Ann, There are no words that can be said that haven't been said in our phone conversation. You know how much I loved "Dad" and so did Gary. I'm sure they are together in heaven watching every step we make. How lucky I was as a "Red Hot Mama" on our dear Delta Queen, to be able to kiss the top of "Dad's" head so many times. I have several photos of those red kisses. I love you as hundreds of your many friends do. Our hearts are with you and we'll always be here for you. Angels are with "Dad" and surrounding you.
Comforting Hugs and Lots of Love
Ray & Marian Nusekabel
October 17, 2007
Dear Mary Ann
You are in our prayers at this difficult time. Being a care-giver can be difficult, but when all is done peace fills the heart knowing that beautiful parent, whom you have nourished with love and support through the years, is now at rest in the arms of Our Lord free from all illness.
Well done Mary Ann!
Love and friendship,
Richard and Suzanne Martinez
October 16, 2007
Mary Ann,
Please accept our deepest sympathy. Richard and I were honored to have known your father, and I appreciate your sharing your dad with me when mine passed away. We hope that you will find comfort in the many wonderful memories you have of him.
Love,
Jack and Margaret Swan
October 16, 2007
Mary Ann. we are so sorry to hear of the "Mayor's" passing. The two special events I remember from the both of you was 2001--after 9/11 when you and your Dad met the "group" in Montreal, and the time when you and Jack along with a
few others almost got left in Clarksville because Carson's phone did not work. Keep your chin up=, and we love you.
Gary W. and Carroll H. Elmer
October 16, 2007
2 Timothy 4:7
I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. We think that this verse fits our steamboatin' friend "The Mayor". Love and prayers Gary and Carroll
Curtis & Virginia Tinker
October 16, 2007
We send our deepest sympathy to you. Captain "Pops" is at peace paddlig down the great river.
Marcie Richardson
October 16, 2007
Dear Mary Ann,
How blessed we all were to know your Dad and how blessed he was to have you with him! My heart goes out to you at this very difficult time, but I hope it is a comfort to know how much joy there was in the world - and especially on the Delta Queen - because of Ed. You are in my thoughts and my prayers.
Love,
Marcie
Woody and Janice Brundage
October 15, 2007
MaryAnn, Your dad was the very best. Captain Ed had joy and laughter in his heart. He was so blessed with a daughter as loving and caring, as he was in life. You had an excellent teacher. God Bless you,
Sheila Rice
October 15, 2007
Dear Mary Ann,
I am so sorry to hear about your dear father. I wish I could be there to let you cry on my shoulder. As I told you before I have been praying for him each day at Mass.
I'm sure he is smiling at you from the big steamboat in the sky. I hope you can find the strength to keep up your spirits. My love and prayers are with you at this time.
Sheila
Cindy Folga
October 15, 2007
Mary Ann,
I am so sorry to hear that your Dad has passed away, I hope that you can find comfort in the fond memories you have of him. I know that you two have shared some wonderful times together.
Cindy
Mona Pyles
October 15, 2007
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Bill Applebee
October 15, 2007
Dear Mary Ann,
Peggy and I will always remember our trips on the river with "The Mayor" and how fun spirited he was. We have been blessed to meet such wonderful people.
Bud Black
October 15, 2007
Mary Ann, please accept my very depest sympathy. Ed was a great guy, and you have always been a loving and devoted daughter. Someday we will all meet again on that big steamboat in the sky.
Bob Stevaens
October 14, 2007
Mary Ann, I will never forget Ed's wonderful smile and cheerfulness each time you two traveled on the Delta Queen. Your devotion to him and his comfort and happiness was an example to us all. "Dad" Koch is sorely missed. Rest well Honorary Captain of the ole Delta Queen.
Jazzou, Diane, & John Jones
October 14, 2007
Dear Mary Ann,
We send our deepest sympathy, prayers and love to you and your family during this sad time of saying good-bye to your dear Dad and everyone's friend, Ed. We so admire your strength and dedication to his well-being that gave him so many quality years.
Dad always delighted the crew and passengers of the Delta Queen whenever he was aboard. We will never forget his great laugh, sense of humor, his easygoing nature. It is an honor to call him Captain Ed.
Love,
Glenn & Gwen Scharp
October 14, 2007
WE enjoyed being with Dad on the steamboats! Dad's great smile was so infectious! We love you, both, Mary Ann. May God comfort you during your time of grief. we hope to see you soon, on the steamboats. Fondly, Glenn and Gwen Scharp
Raymond T. Throckmorton, Jr.
October 14, 2007
Very Sorry to learn of your loss.
Nonetheless, will hope to see you on the last DQ trip in '08.
Roxie Weber
October 14, 2007
Dear Dorothy and Family,
You are in my prayers.
Mary & Rick DuFour
October 14, 2007
Mary Ann, our sympathy and prayers are with you at this time of your deep sorrow. Know in your heart that "dad" did appreciate everything you did for him, although it may not have been said often enough. and remember all the happy times you had together. We loved the time we spent with him at our picnics and holiday parties at work. Our love is with you always and our door is always open.
Theresa Hoddinott
October 14, 2007
Mary Ann, to you and your family my deepest condolences. Your dad was a great man, he will be missed!
Brianna Krzyzykowski
October 13, 2007
Grandpa Ed, I miss you and want to play with you. You are a fun Grandpa! I love you! Brianna
Gail Driscoll
October 13, 2007
Ed, I will miss your beautiful smile. No matter how bad things got, you were always smiling and telling jokes. Your infectious laugh would radiate through a room and make all who were with you join along. I know you are in a much better place free of pain and suffering, and your soul is at ease. I have been blessed to have known you. I love you. Gail
Marge and Bob McDonald
October 13, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to the Koch family. Ed's love of life and courage were an inspiration to all who knew "Captain Edward Koch" of the Delta Queen...
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