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for JOSEPH KONRADT
Jeff Kathy Milburn
December 2, 2012
Gerry- when we think of him we think of his sense of fun and great memories from the Miami days!.
Jeff Livingston
November 30, 2012
Just read about Gerry's passing in The Miamian. Some great memories of Gerry from the Miami U days. I still remember sitting in the back of the classroom, "on the left," in David McClellan's political science course on American foreign policy. My condolences to Gerry's family and friends.
Mark Haworth
September 12, 2012
Gerry was like a friend I never expected. When he came to work with our company he was never timid, shy or at a loss of words. I came to be very good friends with this funny man, and so did my family and friends. The Rapparlies quickly dubbed him "The Hawk" because of his insane ability to swoop in on customers and win over their hearts. I have so many fond memories of Gerry and the laughs we shared. He came to several parties at my house and never did he fail to make new friends. Somehow he even managed to show up at bachelor parties unannounced. So sorry to hear of his passing. He is never forgotten in my mind and in my heart. Love you Hawk.
John and Shirley Rapparlie
August 3, 2012
Katie and JoEllen - we met only once- at your Mother's wake. Now here we are so unexpectedly crossing paths again as we try to comprehend the loss of "Hawk" as he was so affectionately known at Paper Cargo. Many life long friendships were created there and although we fell out of touch, he never fell out of our thoughts and hearts. His quirky personality, brutal honesty,kindness and sense of humor were always a pleasure to be around. Like most of us at Paper Cargo, he didn't fit into any mold, and we all wore that proudly (maybe Hawk a little more so!) I think he can look back on his life with no regrets knowing he lived it well.
He spoke of his two sisters often - always with great love.
Our sincerest sympathy,
Richard Temmerman
July 29, 2012
Gerry was in my advisory class in the morning at NTE. We would laugh the whole time! I would watch Gerry play soccer, and he would watch me play basketball. We would see each other when we were in the stands watching each other. The great thing is we were laughing at all the dirty stuff we did in the games. A great man has left this world and will be missed by all!
Bill McClain
July 18, 2012
Just received the word. I'm so sorry. I haven't seen Gerry in many years but have many great childhood memories, playing "bloody murder" in the front yard, kick the can... how we survived the Jarts set, I don't know.
RIP
Paul Heidrich
July 18, 2012
All you need to do is say his name and all remember him. Now he's watching out for the rest of us. It's been since High School but he always had a smile on his face and THAT is how I will remember him.
John Manella
July 18, 2012
Gerry was great friend and an avid golfer, skier, and sportsman. A great memory.
John Manela
July 4, 2012
I remember Gerry very well as Gerry was down tbe street on Pine.
He was in our high school days a very good golfer and we would tee it up at Skokie Playfield often. Gerry was also and foremost a good friendnz, and highly reliable in this regard.
Barb Carney
June 22, 2012
JoEllen and Katie--The 860 Pine Street Carneys send you sincere condolences and share in the fondest memories of Gerry. Memories of chasing each other on bicycles around the block, ghost in the graveyard on summer nights and snowball fights across the street will keep Gerry ever present for all of us.
Rick Elcessor
June 22, 2012
I was Gerry's roommate freshman year at Miami along with Larry McHale. The three of us packed into a tiny room, the atmosphere was often tempestuous but oh what a year it was. Gerry was larger than life and his antics unforgettable. We had a ball. We hadn't been in touch since then up to just a couple of years ago when we had the opportunity to spend a couple of hours on the phone catching up. It was remarkable, like entering a wormhole back to 1976. Awesome! RIP Beke. My deepest sympathy and condolence. E.L.
Kathy and Ron Henrichs
June 22, 2012
Dear JoEllen,
We just heard and are so sorry that we cannot be there for you right now. Our deepest sympathies.
Kathy Cooley
June 22, 2012
Katie and family and JoEllen, Wish I could be with you all today as you celebrate a life well lived. I haven't seen Gerry for years but when I saw the picture of him skiing it clearly reminded me of his spirit and love of life - just like all of the Konradts.
I know you will all miss him dearly.
Thinking of you.
Sally Browning
June 21, 2012
Katie and JoEllen,
Needless to say, thinking of you both during this very sad challenge .Have so many wonderful memories of our great family times together in Door County. The special "cousin good times" we're certainly based on the tradition of the Brownings and McGiverns .
Aunt Toz,Aunt Betty, Aunt Virgina, Uncle William and Uncle Red had a cousin bond that showed all of us the tradition . Uncle Julie used to mention that he relished in joining the fun....
And so it was that Gerry was such a fun cousin at party time...
I am especially thankful we have those memories .... One on 18 putting at the Alpine when he dropped a fourteen foot putt to come out the winner over Dad, Uncle Julie, and Uncle Bob !!!!!
Rest in Peace, Gerry .... We love you ! Cousin Sal
Rest in Peace my friend. Tailgating with friends before an Iowa- NIU football game. We are the reason they changed the tailgating rules at Soldier Fi
Mike Roche
June 21, 2012
Pat Carson
June 21, 2012
All the Konradt family members are in my prayers today. Gerry was a great guy to talk to - glad I had a chance to know him.
Katie and JoEllen - our prayers are with all of you.
Pat Heidkamp Carson
Bridget Browning
June 21, 2012
Jo Ellen and Katie,
Please know Gerry and you all are in my prayers and many memories of the funn we all shared on your family vacations to Door County. Love to you both, Bridget
Barbara Briggs
June 21, 2012
JoEllen and Katie,
We all will miss Gerry so much just like we miss Aunt Tozie and Uncle Julie. All the Konradts added the fun to the family gatherings. Thanks for always being so generous and kind to Beverly and me. Gerry will always be in our hearts and prayers. Love, Barbara
Amy (Duranso) Miller
June 21, 2012
JoEllen and Katie,
I know that you don't know me, but I was a classmate of Gerry's at Sacred Heart. I was one of many girls who had a "crush" on him back in like 3rd or 4th grade. In fact, I'm sure probably every girl in our class had a crush on him at some point or another. Although I didn't really know Gerry very well, I left Sacred Heart after 5th grade, I can tell you that I know what you are going through and I wanted to convey my condolences. This past January, my 18 year old daughter passed away so I can empathize with you the heartache, pain and sorrow that you are now experiencing. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Gerry and your family. He was a classmate from my youth and we are all in this together, to help and support each other. Draw strength from each other as you struggle through this difficult time. Remember all the good things about your brother and all the wonderful moments you had together. Be well.
Tom Rogers
June 21, 2012
Gerry was one of the most humorous people I've ever met. All the memories of the crazy times at Miami come flooding back. We talked a few times in recent years and he was always trying to get me to Chi-town for a visit. I regret not having made that trip and let that be a lesson to us all to seize each day. My deepest symapthy to you all. RIP Beke. T-Bone
Leah Leonhard
June 21, 2012
RIP my friend. It's through tears that I recall the crazy fun times with our Paper Cargo 'family'. We sure did get into some trouble! Though I haven't seen you in a few years it's often I smile as I think of you.....miss you already and can't imagine the pain and grief your family is experiencing. Love and Peace
Beth Tilberg Cahill
June 20, 2012
Dear Kate and Family of Gerry,
If you met Gerry, you never forgot Gerry. Kate, do you remember the "ugly legs" contest we had during the Europe trip in 1978? I can still see Gerry sitting in the train station, hat by his side, his shades on and people dropping coins in his hat?
Oh LORD, please take care of Gerry, he had a heart of gold and lives in the memories of many.
Brad Cahill
June 20, 2012
The memories have been pouring in since I heard the sad news of Beke's death. The follies of Freshman year – the crazy adventures in Europe (getting “special” mail from Oxford and heading for the grassy hill near the Alzette to enjoy, the “Rouge isn't shopping” faint that got us lodging at the Fasching in Cologne, etc.) – the craziness of Senior year, when his arrival at our doorstep was never anticipated, but always led to a party. And finally, the last time I saw him except at my wedding – the infamous Konradt siblings stomping into the bar of the Club Méditerranée Copper Mountain with their ski boots on (taboo) screaming “Frank! We need a drink”…
My heart goes out to you, Katie, and the family – and as we all march toward our mortality – it is comforting to remember how people like Gerry impacted our lives for the better.
Legs
June 20, 2012
Katie and JoEllen,
As my mom would say, with Gerry, the proverbial mold was broken. It has been one of the greatest blessings for me to have been his friend. The memories are endless, from the days at Miami thru Cub games, road trips and shots at Seul's. He was just a walking, rocking good time. As difficult as the next few days will be, I'm sure we'll be laughing so much more than crying. We will all miss him so much. He was truly loved by so many.
Steve Hunter
June 20, 2012
I am so very sorry for your loss, Gerry will be sorely missed. He will always be one of the greatest people I had the opportunity to meet. He was an absolute joy to be around and infectiously good humored. I will never forget the joy of spending time with him all those years ago in Aspen.
Marsha Mildred
June 20, 2012
Gerry
My memories of you are of the lovely guy you were and the fun we had. The Bulls playoff at my place where we were all screaming. You could have gotten me evicted. Love you Babe, and proud to have known you. See you up there.
Marsha
Lisa Fisher
June 20, 2012
Thoughts and prayers to the Konradt family. Memories of Gerry will always put a smile on my face - i.e. freshman year at Miami when his free-spirited altheticism helped earn Team Wildberry a birth at the Wacky Olympics! RIP Gerry
Patrice O'Leary Rich
June 20, 2012
Katie and Jo Ellen,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your wonderful brother Jerry. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bob Eppich
June 20, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the Konradt family during this difficult time. Gerry was a very close friend during our college years at Miami U. He was constantly cracking me up with his witty and "over the top" remarks. Looking back I wish I made more of an effort to stay in touch. I will especially remember with fondness spending the summer together in empty Oxford during 1980 while we were both trying to catch up. Gerry, RIP my friend.
Peggy Marz Pitts
June 19, 2012
My memories of your brother will always be as a dear, kind, friendly, funny man. My heart hurts. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Peggy Hopp
June 19, 2012
Katie, JoEllen, and family. My thoughts are with you at this painful time.
Love, Peggy
Larry McHale
June 19, 2012
We hadn't seen each other since College when we were freshman year room mates but I know the Beke will be missed by many long time friends and family.
June 19, 2012
RIP Gerry, you will be dearly missed.
Dear Jo Ellen,Katie,Kurt, Jake,Julia:
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Rich and Barbara Heidkamp-Biegaj
( Michael, Anna, Matthew)
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