Edward Gabriel Conrad Jr.

Although we were not close, I always admired Uncle Eddie. He really came from nothing in life, but accomplished so much. Wish we could have been closer. RIP.

No one like Eddie Conrad. Miss you!!!

Dear Gibby & Charlie,
Your dad, & your mom too, were huge influences in my life. It was in 1972 when I first met you both. I was that yankee hippy from Ohio River country in Cincinnati who worked on the Gibby C, Nari & the Lagonda way back in the day. Your dad of course was larger than life, despite his rather laid back disposition. It was his life experiences & stories that grabbed me. Your mom was my Diana, the ideal adult woman. Smart, sassy & everything else. In our lives we have...

One of the best guys I've known since high school; a great friend, wish I had spent more time with him....God speed Eddie.

Death leaves a heartache No one can heal. Love Leaves a memory no one can steal.

My deepest condolences.

Donna Bloedorn

You met me in the shipyard when you had your dream of the River Explorer come to life. I will never forget that meal and you asking me to be one of the first crew members onboard as a Activities Director. I have so many great memories and you are not only the reason for them but a huge part of them as well. I know that you are up there dancing in those bright red shoes. Rey easy my friend and we all can say We DID IT ON A BARGE as your bumper sticker that we smacked on most bridges as we...

I met Eddie when the Riverbarge Explorer began visiting Clarksville, TN. I looked forward to his visits and have thought about him many times since the barge stopped coming. He was truly one of a kind and I will continue to smile when I think of him!

There is a famous quote that says If I have seen further, it's by standing on the shoulders of giants. I worked for Eddie and Nari from 1975-1982. What an inspiration he was to me. He was certainly a giant to me. He leaves behind a void that will never be filled.