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Thomas Flowers
March 13, 2013
Tricia, Weed and Mary. I just stumbled across Dick's memorial. I'm very sorry to hear of his passing. I had always thought Dick was very cool. My regards to all of you.
Harry Philby
November 8, 2012
Requiescat in pace. Great times in Tokyo and Paris at IBM's height.
Fred Wiele
August 21, 2012
I am vey sad to hear of the loss of a very good friend... We were classmates at Chaminade and Villanova and then both had 30+ years at IBM. We enjoyed sharing our early married lives together as well as VU ,Paris,Stanford, Ridgefield get togethers!!! I will miss the "wildcat" and my prayers go out to Mary and the kids!!!!
Diana Maggiola (Hess)
August 13, 2012
As a former executive secretary with the IBM World Trade Europe/Middle East/Africa division,and subsequent assignment in IBM Purchase, I had the privilege to provide secretarial support to Mr. Gerstner. Although he was one of the most brilliant of IBM's executives, he was a compassionate and caring human being who treated everyone with the same respect and consideration no matter what their position in the company. It was a loss for IBM when his battle with Lyme disease forced his early retirment. However, for all of us who had ever had the honor to have worked with him or for him, he was never forgotten and always missed. My deepest sympathy to his beloved family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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George Cassidy
August 11, 2012
I haven't seen Dick for 20 years--and that briefly at a Chaminade reunion--but we were pals at Chaminade. Sorry to hear of his passing.
August 1, 2012
I was so saddened to hear of Dick's passing this week......I immediately thought about Joette and how wonderful they were as a couple! lots of fun times with both of them in Tokyo, Hong Kong and Korea. one of my fondest memories was Dick singing O Danny Boy at our home in Tokyo and dedicating it to his brother Jimmy. Knowing they are singing together now brings a smile and some comfort. Being in Beaver Creek arguing over how to cook 'sauce' is another fond memory I have of Dick! He was a gentleman and a class act. My heart and love goes out to Joette. God bless you during this difficult time. Love. Darlene Moonan
August 1, 2012
Dear Joette, Tricia and David,
I was shocked to hear of Dick's passing....he was and always will be a special gentleman who made us laugh and have wonderful fun times. one special memory was when he sang O Danny Boy at my home in memory of his brother Jimmy. knowing that they are singing together now makes me feel better. From events in Tokyo and Hong Kong and Korea to cooking 'sauce' and arguing with Dick on how much Parmesan cheese to put IN the sauce when we were in Beaver Creek with fellow IBMers will ALWAYS make me smile. I loved Dick and Joette and my heartfelt prayers are with Joette. Love. Darlene Moonan.
Tricia Gerstner-Crump
July 30, 2012
A Letter to our Father
Dear Dad,
You are our hero, our protector, our mentor, and we love you with all our hearts. You helped us through this life from the day we were born until the day you died.
Words cannot express how much you mean to us. Even though you may be leaving, you will be with us forever.
You always put your family first, far above yourself. You dedicated your life to providing for your wife, children and 5 beautiful grandchildren Connor, Tyler, Jane, Alison and Kate.
On September 1st, you and Mom would have celebrated 50 years of marriage. The two of you taught us about love, devotion, family values and perseverance. Your love and devotion to one another has always been and continues to be an inspiration to us.
We are so proud of you and all you have accomplished during your life. You touched and inspired everyone who knew you.
We thank you for your unconditional love, we thank you for your wit, we thank you for your smile, we thank you for sharing with us your passion for cooking, we thank you for showing us the world, we thank you for being there for us as a loving husband, father and Poppi. But most of all we thank you for you.
We love you Dad,
Tricia & David
Tony, Jessica and Vincenzo Cusato
July 27, 2012
Eternal rest, grant unto him O Lord him, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace, Amen. May Richard's soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
Please accept our heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Amy Trepanier
July 27, 2012
I'd like to extend my deepest sympathies to Mr. Gerstner's wife, family and friends.
Although I only knew Mr. Gerstner in name- thanks to his work on behalf of the Lyme Disease community- it is apparent that he was a very special individual. That he would dedicate his own time and financial means to furthering Lyme research, despite suffering himself from the grips of tick-borne disease, speaks volumes about his character.
He will undoubtedly be missed by you -his loved ones- but, please rest assured that he is leaving behind a legacy of hope (especially with the promise of a new drug treatment for Lyme disease) for so many who continue to be pained by tick-borne illnesses.
Thank you for your unwavering devotion to our cause, Mr. Gerstner. May you have finally found peace from your suffering in your eternal resting place...
God Bless.
Joe Garcia
July 27, 2012
I'll never forget Dick's (I knew him as Richard) spirited, friendly presence at Chaminade as my classmate...I drew my energy from his outstanding class performance and friendly demeanor....our later paths didn't cross till the 50th anniversary reunion at Chaminade and knew what a great leader he had been....I am proud to have known him.......Joe Garcia (Hopewell Junction, NY)
Neil Horner
July 27, 2012
Dick was a wonderful mentor to me and to so many others professionally. I remember him as someone who added to so much value to whatever venture and to any individual, friends and colleagues with whom he engaged. I am saddened by his passing.
Neil Horner
July 26, 2012
To Mrs. Gerstner, Patricia and David:
I'm very sorry to learn of your loss.
With Sympathy,
Donna Cartsounis
Ralph Michaelsen
July 26, 2012
Judy and I are saddened to hear of Dick's passing. We shared great work and social experiences with Dick and Joette in Paris, Tokyo and New York. He was a true gentleman, great leader and will be missed by us all. Our sympathy goes out to Joette and to David and Tricia.
Charles Ellison
July 26, 2012
Deepest sympathy to Mary Joette, her children and Anthony Freda his long-time close friend. Richie, Tony and I plus three others shared a rental house on Village Way in Malvern, PA during our Senior year at Villanova. Richie was surely our "Summa CUM LAUDE" ... ET AMORE.... He was not only a brilliant student, but a thoughtful and caring friend to us all. We will miss you Richie, but believe we'll all reunite again in God's house. Charlie Ellison BEE '60
Patrice Marshall
July 26, 2012
Perhaps the best executive I worked with at IBM. And a truly gracious,classy man.
I learned a great deal from him, and use that knowledge still today. I know his family and friends grieve. Just know he touched so many of us and made a true mark on IBM - and the world - in a life cut too short.
Al Simeone Den Woods Tree Service
July 26, 2012
To the Gerstner Family,
I was shocked to hear of the passing of Richard. Having worked for him for 20+ years there wasnt a better man to know. I was proud to call him my friend. To many talks about a subject we both know so well, LYME. My heart goes out to you at this time of loss.
July 26, 2012
I am shocked and saddened to hear Mr. Gerstner passed. My condolences go out to the family. I cared for his beloved trees for over 25 years. I will miss him dearly.
RANDY MOAVERO CT LICENSED ARBORIST
HIGH RIDGE TREE SERVICE
Jim Boyken
July 26, 2012
Early on in my career I was a financial analyst on assignment for IBM in Japan where Mr. Gerstner was head of IBM's Asia Pacific Group. He would often come and have lunch in the cafeteria with young employees in a completely casual and friendly way. I was very impressed. I remember him as an outstanding executive and a wonderful human being. I am very sorry to hear of his passing. My sympathy to his family.
Nick Donofrio
July 25, 2012
I knew Dick for over 25 years. IBM was better off because of him and I owe a great deal of my personal success to him. My sincere and heartfelt sympathy goes out to the entire Gerstner family.
July 25, 2012
We were happy to know your wonderful father, husband, and grandfather sent to the Crump and Gerstner families from George, Teresa, and Ryan.
Chris Jahn
July 24, 2012
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
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