Marcel Conrad III

It's so hard to believe that it's been so long that Skip's been gone. I think often and fondly of Skip and the years we worked together and became such great friends. All great memories!

A tragic loss - always a gentleman, a good friend and a professional - Skip was a pleasure in work and social settings, forever ready to sample that next cabernet. Our heartfelt sympathies to the Conrad Family. We will remember Skip with affection.

Les Cappetta

Skipper was a true American bon vivant. We had our own "Sideways" adventure in 1991 in Napa Valley and it will always be a warm and wonderful memory racing through 8 wineries in 8 hours. Who said it couldn't be done! Bon soir my friend. Bo

I worked with Skip for 9 years at OAK. He loved to tell a good story almost as much as he loved a good wine. He had a fantastic memory for people and events and I enjoyed the times when I got to share in those with him. He was a gracious person especially when it came to sharing his life and experieinces with those he knew. I remember on a trip we were on to D.C. to wrangle with the Airlines (of which there were few that were better). Even though his feet were killing him, we took 4 hours to...

The light in this world has grown dimmer with the loss of our wonderful friend, Skip. Having known Skip since 1966, I was always amazed by his intelligence, humor and love of all things passionate: music, art, history, good food, wine and warm relationships. It was such a delight for me to see Vanessa come into his life, since she seemed so adept at holding her own in returning Skip's verbal challenges and great political wit, and I know he loved her with all of his heart and so enjoyed...