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for Conrad PINKER
Marlene Rogers
July 25, 2011
Your father was a very special man, so knowledgeable and caring about the beauty of gardening. Many garden stores are in between my home and the Garden Spot...needless to say- I always found myself back there where it was real. The best cocoa shells in Western New York; your dad shared his special way to plant tomatoes. I truly loved his garden book and when he would thumb through it looking for the answer which he usually already knew! My prayers and condolences to all.
July 20, 2011
I am so sorry for your lost Ken will be missed by all,I offened visited him for no reason at all just to,just because I knew when I left my day was brighter,we often spoke of personal stuff, but he always had something to say to make things brighter,I will truley miss my friend our talks and him kidding me on the phone,his smiling face the love of his family which would always be part of our talks the Garden Spot will never be the same although I look around my home and I see Ken through all my beautiful flowers everywhere,He is at peace and with his beautiful wife which he loved very very much,may you find peace in knowing that and that he loved "YOU" all very much as we loved him...I will miss you forever and thank you so much for all you have done for me...
M. Zwack
July 19, 2011
I was so deeply saddened upon hearing the news of Mr. Pinker's death. He helped me start a lifelong love of gardening so many years ago. During my visit to the nursery yesterday,I made certain to purchase a few trees in his remembrance. May God bless you all.
July 18, 2011
To the Pinker Family, we are so sorry for your tragic lose... The "Guru" as we liked to call him always had the answers to our pool problems... His wisdom and his gift of gab will be truely missed. May you rest in peace.
jennie hanner
July 18, 2011
To The Pinker Family, My Father and I are so very sorry for your tragic lose. May God keep you all strong and may all your memories keep you close to your Dad. Out Prayers are with you Amy. God Bless.. Ronald Runo and Jennie Runo Hanner
jennie hanner
July 18, 2011
To The Pinker Family, My Father and I are so very sorry for your tragic lose. May God keep you all strong and may all your memories keep you close to your Dad. Out Prayers are with you Amy. God Bless.. Ronald Runo and Jennie Runo Hanner
Carol Loncar
July 17, 2011
Dear Amy, Sue and Paul, Ellen, Mark and Karen and your children,
I cannot find words as I think I am still in shock and disbelief. Mr. P has always been a wonderful father, husband, neighbor, friend, gentleman and a fine businessman.
I am hoping you all find the strength to get through this and pray that you all feel the love and support of those around you.
will miss the occasional talks he and I would have during my visits to town. I have much respect and love for your Dad, as do my husband Jim and my children. We are feeling much sadness and loss at this time. He was so wonderful to my Mom especially since my Dad has been gone. They formed a very supportive relationship and she will miss that.
So sorry we cannot be there, but we send our most sincerest love and support to all of you.
Love,
Carol, Jim, Ali and Elliot Loncar
Janice & Bob Trautman
July 16, 2011
To all of the Pinker family,
As customers of The Garden Spot for over 20 years, please know how much your Dad will be missed with his wonderful knowledge of flowers and gardens.I will think of him, everytime my clematis blossoms. His smile and sense of humor always made my trip to The Garden Spot more fun.
It was truly a joy to know both of your parents and wish them peace together once again.
Our deepest sympathies to you all, at this most difficult time.
July 16, 2011
Mark and Karen , Please accept my condolences I was sorry to hear of your Father's death
Jimmie Grace Young
July 15, 2011
Paul and family
I was shocked and saddened to hear about the loss of your father in law. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Warm Regards
Maureen A Sullivan Fininzio
Janine Macey
July 15, 2011
To the family and friends of Mr. Conrad Pinker, I am so sorry for your tragic loss. He was my "Cocoa Shell Man".
I too, am one of the many loyal customers who made their annual pilgrimage to The Garden Spot. I could always count on Ken for a laugh or two and some great advice. His passion wasn't for making the sale, but rather for sharing his expertise and for making things grow.
Each time I see those wonderful cocoa shells in my garden, I'll think of him and say a little prayer.
God Bless You, Mr. Pinker... I will miss you.
christine krol
July 15, 2011
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I grew up across the street from him and your mother on Titus street in Buffalo. I even babysat you all until you moved out to West Seneca. My husband and I have frequented the nursery for a long time back to when he and Joan started it. We are going to miss our annual trek to Harlem road for our sprinter geraniums and our ceramic goose costumes. Our deepest sympathies. Dennis and Chris (Zelma) Krol
July 15, 2011
Dear Sue and the Proknal Family,
We are deeply saddened to hear of the loss of a wonderful father, cherished grandfather, brother and friend to many.
During our recent visit to The Garden Spot, Ken spoke so highly of his family and with a huge smile talked of how proud he was of Paul & yourself and for what his grandchildren have accomplished so far.
May the peace of the memories of the love he shared comfort you now and in the days ahead.
The sorrow of the faithful is not that of permenant loss, but the tender sense of sadness that comes in saying good-bye for now to someone we love. May today's sorrow give way to the peace and comfort of god's love.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
The Rygg Family
Jane and Dave Ventura
July 15, 2011
Dear Sue,Paul and Family, We are so sorry to hear about your loss of your father and grandfather. Our thoughts and prayers are with during this very difficult time.
July 15, 2011
I visited the garden spot regularly for the last ten years and always enjoyed taking with Ken (didnt know his name). He was a great person who always had the right answers for my pool problems. He will be sorely missed.
William Balisteri
July 14, 2011
Dearest Sue And Paul, Emily,Kathryn & Carolyn, Sue & I want to extend our deepest sympathy for your loss, words cannot begin to touch what our hearts feel, we pray that Our Lord will hold you in His hands, and comfort you with his love. just know that your Dad is where we all hope to be when we too are called home to be with all those who have gone before us. All our love & blessings, Bill & Sue Balisteri and family
Dina Bycina
July 14, 2011
So sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed going to the Garden Spot and talking to your dad. He always would ask me about my gardening issues and then offer up great explanations on why things were growing or now growing! He was a great help and he will be missed. God bless our family. In my prayers,
Barbara donnelly birkmeyer
July 14, 2011
Pinker donnelly family sorry to hear about uncle connie he will be missed by alot
Anthony & Christine Sabuda
July 14, 2011
My wife and I would make our annual trip to the Garden Spot each spring for Cocoa Shells for about the past 10 years. He was a great guy and certainly loved and truly missed his wife Joan. We had a really "special" conversation with him this last year that nearly brought tears to our eyes. He told us to look each other in the eyes and tell each other "I Love You " everyday of your life. He said because take it from an old man someday your opportunity will be gone. He is finally re-united with Joan -
Our thoughts and prayers are with his family
Bill & Flo Brown
July 14, 2011
Amy-
We were so shocked when we heard of your father's death. May God bless you and your family during this sad time. Let us know if we can be of assistance!
"LTB," Flo, & family
Paul Riester
July 14, 2011
To the family of Ken, As a customer who spent more time talking to than buying I always enjoyed visiting and never once did he not mention how he missed your mother. Our prayers are with you
Paul Riester and Family
July 14, 2011
Dear Sue and Mark & Karen,
We are very sorry to hear about your dad and we hope that your fond memories of him will sustain you and your family in this difficult time. Know that you remain in our thoughts and prayers.
- Kris and Evelyn (Forth) Hicks
Mary Jane Meiler
July 14, 2011
Connie was a high school friend of my mother's. After their 30 year reunion, the group of friends who were once seperated stayed in contact, with the help, kindness, thoughtfulness and booming personality of Connie Pinker. Connie would pick up my mother and another gentleman that schooled together and take them to gatherings, out to lunch or even to visit another person who might've been hospitalized or in a nursing home. He was a true gentleman. Always thinking of others, being helpful. Friendly and interested in others. I have three teenage boys who met him and thought very highly of him immediately. He had abundance energy, a love of life and in my opinion just a phenomenal person who I thank the Lord for having met and been part of my life as well. Sadness on his death and especially the way it ended for a person who lived so good. God Bless Connie, and I'm sure he will. My prayers are with his family during this difficult time.
July 14, 2011
Susan,Paul,Emily,Kathryn and Carolyn: We were so devasted to hear about the loss of your Father/Grandfather. You are all in our thoughts and Prayers.
the Lepkowski's
LaTorre
July 14, 2011
Sara I am so sorry for your loss you and your family have my deepest Sympathy I will keep you in my prayers. I know how close you were to your papa. God will help you during this difficult time if there is anything you need I am here.
JONI CHUDZINSKI
July 14, 2011
To Mr Pinkers entire family , I was so shocked and saddened to hear of what happened . I always enjoyed mr pinkers advice , I love the coco shells and he got me hooked on them Ive been buying them for years now from the garden spot.And yes his milorganite.I loved how he explained how it worked . I also bought many years ago clematis plants from him how beautiful they are. and his pool advice was great. He was such a wonderful man . Hell make heaven even more beautiful with all his gardening tips. He will be missed dearly ..a cheektowaga customer GOD BLESS YOU ALL IN THIS SADDENED TIME.
Chris, Sue, Liz & Tom Manzella
July 13, 2011
We are all just devastated by the loss of your father. Growing up we always seemed more like family than friends. I'll never forget all the "club" picnics, fishing trips and excursions to the farm and fair! Thinking of you and keeping both of your parents in our prayers. Our deepest sympathy to all of you during this difficult time...
carleen Gillespie
July 13, 2011
Dearest Ellen: Iwas saddened to hear about your Dad..I grew up on Cranwood Drive and we played together as children...I always remember your house as being fun..I'm so sorry for your loss..you will be in my thoughts and prayers..
Bernie Unger
July 13, 2011
Sara and Ellen, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I know from long ago how deeply you cared for and loved your Dad / Grandfather. Please know that you are in my thoughts and my prayers.
July 13, 2011
Looked forward to my annual visit with Mr. Pinker at the nursery. He always had some good hints for the mediocre gardener. Always a positive comment
from him. I will miss him. A friend around the corner.
susan nardozzi
July 13, 2011
Please accept my deepest sympathy...I have learned so much from him over the years about gardening and loved our conversations and visits. May he rest in peace as he should....Eternal Be His Memory...
Tia Smith
July 13, 2011
I'm so sorry to hear about uncle Connie. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that you all stay strong and lean on each other during this time. I wish I could be there with you all but I'll be praying for all of you from here.
July 13, 2011
I am so very sorry for your loss...I have been going to the Garden Spot for many years and looked forward to and enjoyed talks of milorganite -he made me a believer...just saw him last week and my husband and I commented how he always knew all the answers...he will truly be missed. Please accept my deepest sympathy. A long time customer.
Marlene Dzierba
July 13, 2011
So sorry for your loss.your father,grandfather was a great guy.I was a customer of his and he was always so kind and helpful.My prayers and thoughts are with all of you.
Ray & Lyn Cloen
July 13, 2011
Michelle - so sorry your family has to endure this unthinkable tragedy. Prayers sent for all of you in this difficult time.
April Meyer
July 13, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. Sara, I know how much you loved your grandfather. Try to remember the good times you had with him. My thoughts are with you. Love, April.
cindie ferrara
July 13, 2011
I'm so sorry for your loss. I had the great pleasure of knowing Ken through my sister who worked for him. I visit the Garden Spot each time I'm in Buffalo. Prayers for your family will continue. He will be missed.
karen gali
July 13, 2011
I lived in the blue house for many years behind the greenhouses & Ken and Joann were wonderful people. She was very helpful since I also have type 1 diabetes and Ken was my "go to" person for all my gardening questions. I was so saddened to find out what had happened. Now the two of them are together again in heaven...God Bless! Karen
Lynn Aquilina
July 13, 2011
To the family of Conrad Pinker: I was so sad to learn of this senseless tragedy. I looked forward to my visit to the Garden Spot at the start of each summer to purchase cocoa chips but more so for the chance to chat with Mr. Pinker. I loved his sense of humor. He often spoke of his wife; about how much he missed her and wanted to be reunited with her. God was listening. He will be greatly missed.
Colleen Brzyski
July 13, 2011
Dearest family of Conrad, I am so very sorry about his tragic death. I had met him at the Garden Spot many years ago as I was buying flowers for my departed loved ones. He suggested that I plant portulakas and use milorganite. Boy he was right. Ever since that time, I always plant the portulakas. As I purchased my flowers this year, we had a wonderful, touching conversation that made me smile. I will never forget him for his kidness, smile, portulakas and milorganite. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May he rest in peace.
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