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jeff civale
April 14, 2012
It's been a year and still miss you deeply. Are condolence to Betty his wife.
Jeff & Elaine.
Linda Higgins
April 30, 2011
I'm sorry to hear of Professor Koppel's passing. Many years ago when I first became interested in Jane Austen, I took his Austen course. As a result I was infected with his passion for her works.
Debbie Edwards
April 27, 2011
BJ--Many, many years have passed but some memories remain alive...I remember so well Gene's devotion to you and on many occasions thought to myself, "how wonderful is that?" when he'd stop by the office to attend to family and your needs...Sincerest Sympathy, Debbie [Warren] Edwards
Jeff &Elaine
April 25, 2011
Gene will miss you very deeply
Debbie Barr
April 25, 2011
Dearest Betty Jane, Frank & I are so sorry for the loss of your beloved Gene. We will all miss his wonderful wry humor and gentle way. We send our love to you and your family.
Jennifer Chinn
April 25, 2011
I will miss Dr. Koppel a great deal. It was because of him that I wanted to become an academic advisor. I remember him as an advisor, a professor, and as a friend. He was an integral part of my undergraduate years at U of A. I would always stop in and talk with him, and he always had time for me. Deepest condolences to his family.
Barbara Bishopp
April 21, 2011
Betty- I am saddened to hear of Gene's ("greenjeans") death. I know how devoted you were to each other and to your children. My prayers are with you in your time of grief and may your many wonderful memories elevate your spirit.
Cathy Katz
April 21, 2011
I will always remember Gene for his brilliance and keen sense of awareness of everything and everyone. He forgot nothing! But mostly I will remember him for his gentle kindness, his love for family and his compassion for animals. I will miss seeing him walking the dog and just knowing he is here to share advice and wisdom. His life and friendship was truly a gift. It was a joy and privilege for me to have known him. My sincerest condolences to Betty, Ralph, Pam and all the family.
Betty Wittenberg
April 21, 2011
I remember Dr. Koppel also a one of my favorite professors at the UA. He was also a kind and helpful advisor during my years at the UA. His obvious love of his subject made his classes memorable. I still think of Dr. Koppel when I read Jane Austen. My sincerest sympathy and prayers to his family.
Deny Mazr
April 21, 2011
He was a lovely man. I worked, and laughed with him many years as volunteers at St Joseph's Hospital. He will be missed, condolences to you Betty and your family
Joyce Kohn
April 21, 2011
Deepest condolences to you, Betty, and the family. Gene certainly left his mark on this world that will live on for generations after him to admire. He'll be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Lori Flores
April 20, 2011
One of my favorite professors at the UofA. I fondly remember his lectures and how he could always bring it back to Jane Austen or Anne Tyler. :-)
Kathy Kline
April 20, 2011
Betty Jane, I was so sad to read about Gene. It has been many years since I worked with you at PAIC, but I fondly remember Gene and his visits to the office. We could tell how much he adored and loved you. Hoping that wonderful memories help you get through this difficult time.
Lee Schnebly
April 20, 2011
For many years Gene was a member of the Oasis sing-along groups. He amazed us with his extensive knowledge of the history of songs, and he'd often entertain us with parodies which we'd never heard before. We missed him a lot when he became too ill to continue, and, to this day, when a question is raised about a certain song, someone will always say, "We need Gene here to tell us the answer." My heart goes out to his much loved Betty. Lee Schnebly
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