Gerald Knoll Obituary
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Art J. Kirr
January 25, 2008
To Gerry's Family,
My association with Gerry goes back to 1977 when my Bank employer transferred me to Edmonton.Gerry helped me gain a working knowledge of the oil industry,especially Kremco,manufacturing oil service rigs.Gerry got a kick out of my embarrassement one December when he was telling me he was working on some "Christmas Trees" which I assumed were the normal seasonal variety rather than slang for a series of pipeline valves.We enjoyed comparing notes about our antique cars and I shared his love for Oiler games.
I will always treasure my warm memories of Gerry and at this difficult time hope the family can focus on the many accomplishments of this special man.
Shayne Mackenzie
January 25, 2008
We're very sadened by Gerry's passing. Everyday I come to work it's not the same without Him. I was fortunate enough to spend the last 14 years working with Gerry, and found him to be the greatest role model in the business world. He was the most honourable man I've ever know and feel rich with the information and guidance He has given me over the years.
It wasn't until Monday that it really hit me He was gone. We were moving around some of his old trucks knowing he diddn't get to see it completed. I hope there is a big parking lot in Heaven full of Ford trucks.
Good bye Gerry, you'll be missed.
Lawrence Paniak
January 25, 2008
My thoughts and prayers go out to Gerry's family on this hard time in life. Celebrate Gerry's life everyday! Gerry will always hold a special place in my heart.
Earl Randolph
January 24, 2008
Gerry was a Great friend and it was nice to pickup the phone to vist with or if you had a problem Gerry always had the answer that would help you out. Not many Old Hands left and for sure not any that can replace our good friend Gerry.
Are sympathy to all the Family
Earl/Virginia Randolph
Mineral Wells, WV
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Al Dosch
January 24, 2008
Deepest sympathy to Gerry's family. I was privileged to have business dealings with Gerry over the past 40 years. He was an honorable, honest and fair man in his dealings. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him personally or professionally.
Dick & Mame McCaw
January 24, 2008
We have lost a great friend and confidant of 38 years. I am grateful that we where able to spend an hour visiting with Gerry a week before his passing. We had a great visit, he was excited that we had come to visit him. As sick as Gerry was he had a optomistic and positive attitude. He still had that Gerry Knoll twinkle in his eye, special grin and sense of humor. Special advice he had that evening was this theory, If an investment advisor drove a real fancy car the guy must know what he was doing. If it was a building contractor driving the fancy car the guy must be charging him to much.
Gerry's advice & freindship will be greatly missed but the memories will last forever. We offer our sympathy to all the family.
Kerry Knoll
January 23, 2008
I will miss my Uncle Gerald very very much. For as long as I can remember he was one of the most interesting members of my family and it was always a pleasure just to hear him talk. In more recent years, the times that Gerald and Frances (and sometimes Fay) got together with me here in Toronto made for fascinating evenings. Gerald was so bright. Me being a messy person, I don't think I ever could have worked for him -- his reputation as a clean freak went far and wide. When I was a 20-year-old selling vaccum cleaners door-to-door I once got an earful about how clean those rigs had to be. And there was never much point in trying to change his opinions. One of my oldest memories of Gerald is on the train to Expo in 1967 when he had a little too much to drink and Calvin and I conned a $10 bill out of him in some bogus bet. My mother made us give it back in the morning. That was a lot of money then.
So, goodbye, Gerald. The world is a poorer place for your parting.
Andrew Knoll
January 23, 2008
Gerald was a wonderful and caring person. This is something I had always known as fact. However, I was completely unaware of the extent and depth of his generosity and kindness until rather recently. I will always look up to Gerald and I model him as someone I can hope to be like one day. My deepest sympathy goes out to all those who knew him.
Clifford Alaster Keinert
January 23, 2008
To Gerald's family,
Our prayers and deepest symphaty on your hours of bereavement.
God bless.
Myron Seibold
January 23, 2008
Heartfelt sympathy to Gerry’s family on their loss. My memory of Gerry is of a man of strong character and commitment. Always direct and fair. I was fortunate to know Gerry, an interesting and dynamic person. Gerry’s countless memorable quotes and stories will carry on with his many friends and associates.
Mona Perry (Strynadka)
January 23, 2008
Faye, Carolyn, Lise, Mark & Calvin,
It was with great sadness that I heard of Gerry's passing. Which then caused me to reflect on times that were spent with him over the years, and in particular our many trips to the Barbados. I would like to share a memory from the very first trip to the Barbados with Gerry and Faye. It was early afternoon and Faye and I were relaxing by the ocean waiting for Gerry to show up. Faye looked up and said well here comes Gerald now. Sure enough there he came wearing black dress shoes, black dress socks to just under the knee and bright green Bermuda shorts to just above the knee, one of his signature white shirts and a straw hat perched on his head. As we watched him make his way to us, he began to look up, and high in a palm tree was a local man cutting down palm leaves and coconuts. Well of course Gerry stopped and struck up a conversation, before long the man with dreadlocks to his waist made his way down the tree. Gerry sat and visited with the man for some time. When he finally made his way to our spot he presented us with baskets that the man had woven. He then proceeded to inform us that the man had learned the art of weaving from his Grandmother, he also knew how many children the man had, and how many people that he was supporting in his small house. This is an example of the Gerry that I remember, always interested in everyone that he met. I know that you are all grieving and have some tough emotional times ahead of you, but hope that you can find some comfort in knowing how many people were touched by Gerry's kindness. What a wonderful Legacy he has left behind. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Greg Scheetz
January 23, 2008
Always hold close the warm memories that you have through these tough times. Celebrate the accomplishments and the life of a very special person.
Angela Knoll
January 23, 2008
To Gerald's family - Lise and Carolyn, Fay, Calvin and Mark, may the caring and love of your family and friends bring you some peace during this time. Gerald was a great guy and uncle - I enjoyed my chats with him, particularly a few years ago when Auntie Fran passed on. Hopefully they'll find each other and all the other Knoll siblings in heaven! Love to all, Angela Knoll (Ottawa)
Darcy Knoll
January 22, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Gerald was a great man and will be missed very much. The memories will always be with us.
Calvin Bohme
January 22, 2008
After a lifetime of association with Gerald in both Vermilion and Edmonton, the Bohme family sends their deepest sympathy.
Cal and Tersa Bohme
Ivan Milicevic
January 21, 2008
Deepest sympathy to the Knoll family. Gerry will always be remembered for his kindness and his friendship.
Miles Hunt
January 21, 2008
I had the good fortune to meet Gerry many years ago through business dealings with Kremco. Over time I grew to know him not only as a trusted business associate, but also as a friend and mentor. He was a classic character and will be long remembered and missed by all who knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Ken & Liz Shearer
January 21, 2008
Gerry was such a great mentor to me over the years that I worked for and with him. Liz and I were so sorry to hear of his passing. Our condolences to Faye and his family.
Eugene & Cheryl Leicht/Gillis
January 21, 2008
Gerry was a life long friend and mentor, he was like a second grandfather for Cat, Renata, and Chris, and will be sorley missed at the Sunday dinning table. His jokes and stories will be always remembered. I will miss my friend more than anyone will know.
Rich Hafer
January 21, 2008
Dear Faye and family, Gerry was a great friend, we will all remember the deals that he and my father George worked on together. They had a great time and even made a dollar or two. Our deepest condolences to all your family at this time.
Mary O'Hagan
January 21, 2008
Dear Lise and Family,
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this time. I am so sorry to hear about you father's passing. Losing a parent can be very sad. After reading about your father's accomplishments and his generosity, I'm certain that he will be missed by many.
Bless you and your family during your time of sorrow.
Love, Mary
Wayne & Joyce Spence
January 21, 2008
To Gerald's Family:
My memories of my time spent with Gerald during our fishing trips to BC and company Golf tounaments , or just passing time at the office discussing day to day events will be with me forever . Thanks Gerald
GERALD LESKO
January 21, 2008
GERRY'S YEARS OF GUIDANCE AND KINDNESS BOTH IN BUSINESS AND AS A DEAR FRIEND WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART.
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES TO ALL THE FAMILY.
Mike and Joyce Knoll
January 21, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time.
Ken & Patty Singh
January 21, 2008
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.
Bill Blackerman
January 21, 2008
He was a good friend and teacher. He has made a positive difference in my life and career. I will miss the long chats and oilfield stories. He was a rare and unique individual and it has been a blessing and a treasure to be his friend. He will be sadly missed.
Deb Cautley
January 21, 2008
To Gerry's Family
Gerry was a shining star to all of us at YESS. We loved having him come to visit and share his stories with us. A coffee break with him brightened our day and often left us with much to think about. He had a heart for the kids we work with and will be truly missed as a friend.
Deb Cautley
Youth Emergency Shelter Society
Eva Buskas
January 21, 2008
Deepest sympathies to Gerald's family. I had worked with Gerald over many years at Dreco/Kremco, and grew very fond of his passion for the charities he quietly supported. I also enjoyed Gerry's passion for life, and his never ending quest for knowledge.
Brenda Wheatley
January 20, 2008
It was a great pleasure to have Mr. Knoll as a client in my travel business. God bless on your final journey Gerald.
However long our lives may last,
Whatever land we view,
Whatever joy or grief be ours,
We'll always think of you.
Newwest Travel
Con & Gail Winder
January 20, 2008
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
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