Leo Goeke

Dear Anne -- I happened to think of you this week, did a little looking around, only to find you are not too far away... and have had this recent loss of a man who sounds to have been quite wonderful. And what a face! My thoughts and sympathies to you, and hopes you're faring well now. I smiled to recognize your written style in this warmly charming obit. Hope sometime to learn more about your writing career over all these years. Best regards for now, Alice -- from Larry van Gelder's circa...

Leo Geoke taught high school in Edina MO the first year after her graduated from what is now Truman State University. I was a senior that year, was one of his students, and remember him fondly. I am truly sorry for your loss.

I have fond memories of Leo - Central City, Falstaff... he was a terrific colleague and tenor.... an inspiration.

Dear Anne,

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I never met Leo, but would have been honored to have the opportunity. I just had the chance to "meet" him when we talked online and I made a "musical joke" to pass on to him. I see someone reminiscing about college days and barbershop harmonies, and your tales of his opera exploits. I would have loved to add my basso to his tenor and your voice. Maybe we will have that chance someday in Paradise! He is at peace now, with now more...

I am sad to hear of Leo's passing. He was a great man, and I owe much to him and our time spent working together at DePauw. To this day, I thank him every time I hit a high note because I can hear him saying "You have it in you! Sing the note, Dammit!" and that thought brings a smile to my face. Thank you for all the memories Leo.

I was very sorry to hear of Leos death. We had a lot of fun in high school singing together in a barbershop quartet and among many happy memories, he taught me to play chess.

I am very sorry to learn of the passing of Leo. We were good friends in high school. We lost contact after that, but I did see him perform on TV in Don Giovanni at Glyndbourne. He had an amazing talent. My prayers are with him.