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for Edward Karl
Julie (Spray) Saltsman
October 6, 2009
Monsignor Karl will be missed greatly. He was my Pastor at Holy Family School from 1980-1989. I met with him after my first son was born in 2006 and he blessed my baby for me. He looked exactly as I had remembered, except he had white hair. He also still smelled of the same cologne he wore back in the 80's. I will never forget him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family.
Paul & Pat Orsino
September 28, 2009
To Mary, Leo & Cathy, and ALL the Karl Family, we're so sorry for your loss. We didn't have the priveledge of being real family, but as part of Monsignor's St. Mary family we loved him . . thank you for sharing him with us, we'll pray for you, please pray for us,
Stephen DeVito
September 28, 2009
My condolences to the family of Monsignor Ed. Though I met him I did not know him well but I was close to Paul and Margaret, close enough to consider him family.
I pray for his soul and for his extended family.
Steve DeVito and family
The Paulin Family
September 27, 2009
Monsignor Karl was such a kind, warm person. He took notice of the little things that mattered to people. He even warmed the water for our daughter's Baptism so she wouldn't cry. He touched so many lives and he will be missed by all. We send our condolences to his family.
Nancy Suttenberg
September 27, 2009
Monsignor Karl will be greatly missed by all of St Mary's in Bethel and our condolences go to his family, parishioners and all who fondly remembered him. I was especially remembering his kindness and warmth. I only met him when visiting my daughter's family in Bethel, but remember him for all the "extras" he did during out grandchild's christening and during mass. He was truly a gift to the Catholic religion.
Cathy Filanoski
September 27, 2009
Condolences to Father Karl's family. I remember him as an assistant priest in St Luke's parish(Westport) when I was growing up and then againin Bethel at St Mary's.Bethel CT.
Always a kind, compassionate man of God.May he rest in peace.
September 26, 2009
Condolences to the Karl Family. I remember Father Karl as a teenager at Holy Family Parish in Fairfield. He was such a fixture in the church. We (my friends and myself), were a little afraid of him, but he was instrumental in my attending CYO dances, singing in the folk mass, teaching CCD and attending Mass (which I still do to this day). My prayers go out to his family.
Donna Anderson, Connecticut
Carey (Schaefer) Fitzgerald
September 25, 2009
I have many fond memories of Msgr. Karl growing up at Holy Family Parish in Fairfield. He always had a smile or a hug for you, but what I will always remember was his love of singing. He had a wonderful singing voice. I looked forward to him celebrating mass so I could enjoy his homilies as well as his wonderful singing. May you rest in peace, Edward B. Karl.
September 24, 2009
It's true that memories can make you sad and remind you of things you've lost. But they can also provide comfort and make you smile. Our wonderful memories of Father Karl have allowed us to remember lessons learned and to recall past pleasures of all kinds that we shared with him while living in Bethel. Please accept our condolences.
The Parker Family, Rollinsford, NH
Mary Rose Beauvais
September 24, 2009
The one thing I will truly miss is Father Karl at Christmas time saying the lecture "One Solitary Man" no one can compare to Monsignor Karl saying this. My son & I had the pleasure of one of the trips to NYC with his 8th grade class. Monsignor Karl brought lots of candy for everyone. I am so sorry for the difficult time he went through. I am sorry for the loss. Our sincere sympathy. The Beauvais
Rick & Christine Lawlor
September 24, 2009
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief. Msgr. Karl was such a big part of our lives. He Married us, Baptized our children also gave them their First Communion. We have many special memories of his time with us. He will be greatly missed by us all. He was a true gift from God in our lives.
September 23, 2009
We are so saddened to hear of Fr. Karl's death. To remember him always brings a smile and flood of wonderful memories of growing up at Holy Family. From teen years working in the rectory, to presiding over our marriage and baptizing two of our children, he was an integral part in our lives. We love you, Fr. Karl, and know that you are at peace. Thank you for your dedication and guidance throughout the years. And to your family, may the memories you hold of this wonderful man help you through this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Charmaine and Neill Borowski
September 23, 2009
We are saddened to learn of cousin Ed's passing. We shall remember him joyfully for many things, but most especially when he celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary in our home and, of course, the day he baptized our grandson some 15 years ago. Condolences to all, family & friends alike. Love and prayers, Betty & Bill Kelley
September 23, 2009
Father Karl You were there in our time of sorrow. Thank you for your many years at Holy Family. May God bless you. The Carr Family
September 23, 2009
May you rest in Peace father Carl married my husband and I 20 Years ago! Love and Miss You Rick and Trudy Marino
Doranne Koval
September 23, 2009
Father Karl,
My earliest memories of you are of Christmas, you invited the kids to hang handmade ornaments on the altar tree and nestle down on the steps of the old church to have you read us a Christmas story. I still cherish how warm, safe, and divinely loved you made me feel. Being in your presence, I felt God's love.
Knowing God's love has made me recognize the blessings I have and has given me strength when I couldn't see the blessing through the lesson I was learning. Thank you for lending me your ear and giving me support during the difficult times and for sharing the joy in the happy ones. I am truly blessed to have known you as I'm sure countless others are.
A favorite song of yours says:
"Just remember that in the winter, far beneath the bitter snow
Lies the seed, that with the sun’s love in the spring becomes the rose".
Your love, God's love, has helped countless people to blossom and beautify our world. Thank you. May the love of your parish, friends, and especially your family guide you home to live with the Lord and be reunited with those who have passed on before you.
My deepest condolences to all who knew you, especially your family and friends, may they find comfort in the legacy you have left in each of us.
September 23, 2009
Rest in Peace Father Karl.
Father Karl was the priest at Holy Family Parish in Fairfield, where I attended school and we always had a wonderful time when Father Karl was around. He was a wonderful person.
Melissa Walsh
West Haven, CT
September 23, 2009
Msgr. Karl, will be deeply missed, he touched many lives.
May the love of friends and family help you through
your grief.
Mr. Mr. Fred Ulbrick
Susan Barrett
September 23, 2009
We will all miss Msgr.Karl for he touch the lives of so many . The words of St. Timothy come to mind "he fought the good fight, and finished the course and kept the faith". May his family know that we have all of them in our prayers. Now Msgr. Karl is watching over all of us.
Mr.& Mrs.Wm. Oravez
September 23, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Jerry Devore
September 23, 2009
May he be in peace as he is greeted by the Lord he loved and served. Ed was admired by his fellow priests in the Diocese of Bridgeport. He will be missed and remembered in our prayer. So will his family be remembered.
Shalom in JC!
Jerry Devore
Ed & MaryAnn Paradise
September 23, 2009
Our deepest condolences to the Karl family and to St Marys parish.When we moved to Bethel it was because of Fr Karl that we changed from our parish in Dabury to StMarys. He was a wonderful priest and will be missed
Steve Potpan
September 23, 2009
Rest in Peace Father Karl.
Michelle and I will have memories of you always when we celebrate our wedding anniversary.
September 23, 2009
Our sincere sympathy to Fr. Karls family. Fr. Karl wasn't just our priest he also was a friend. We knew him since St. Thomas, then Holy Family, We went to S. Carolina golfing once with him. We will miss Fr. Karl.'
May he rest in peace.
Pat & Bill Tessier
Beverly Hills, Fl. & Fairfield, CT.
September 22, 2009
I will always remember when Msgr. Karl used to bring his German Shepherd "Lady" to visit us at St. Mary School. I'm sure it drove Sister Anne nuts, but we loved it. He also used to take the altar servers to Dr. Mike's for ice cream after helping out at Rosary and Benediction services. He was a very spiritual and loving priest, and he helped many people maintain their faith through difficult times. May he rest in peace.
September 22, 2009
...WE WILL MISS YOU..WATCH OVER US ALL
John Corsak
September 22, 2009
Father Karl was a great teacher that inspired many of his students in Central Catholic High School in Norwalk. His teaching lives on with our memories. May God bless him and his loving family.
Kathleen Belmont
September 22, 2009
Father Karl always loved to be with the children. Every Dec. he treated the 8th grade class at St. Mary School to the Radio City Christmas Show. I think he bought the tickets in August! He wanted them to see the very moving Nativity presentation at the end of the show, and it was worth a bus trip with noisy adolescents to do so. That's one of my favorite memories of Fr. Karl. May he rest in peace.
Dale Wyatt
September 22, 2009
My sincere condolences to the Karl family. After losing my boyfriend in the Trade Center on 9-11, I converted. Father Karl was an enormous support at that time.
Dolores Blizman
September 22, 2009
Condolences to the Karl family. Father Karl was our parish pastor at Holy Family Church, many years ago. He was a dedicated priest that I will always remember. He confirmed my youngest son. We were in that parish for many years. He served his congregation.
Joan
September 22, 2009
My sincere condolences to Father's family. Father presided over our wedding, the baptism of our two children, the funeral of my young husband and father, and that of my mother. Such a good and kind man, we would follow him in his priestly duties so that he could be present to share in our happiness and at times, our sadness. To know Father, was to be blessed.
Phyllis & Joe Piccirillo
September 22, 2009
Our sincere sympathy to the Karl family and to St. Mary's parish. May our dear Lord grant Msgr. Karl eternal peace.
Rev. Guido G. Montanaro, Pastor
September 22, 2009
To an outstanding and dedicated priest go our prayers. We extend our sympathy to his family in this time of sorrow.
The staff and parishioners of Holy Family Church, Fairfield, Conn.
Debi Moss
September 22, 2009
So many memories, it's hard to pick only a few! I so enjoyed our last visit in May, and thankful to the Greens for letting us use their piano for a private concert. Fr. Karl will be sorely missed by all who knew him. We take comfort in knowing he is in a better place -- where every drive is a hole in one!
Dawn DeMague
September 22, 2009
My deepest condolences to the Karl family and to St. Mary's Parish. Father Karl is now an Angel to watch over us. God Bless.
September 22, 2009
My deepest condolences to the Karl family and to St. Mary's Parish. Father Karl is now an Angel to watch over us. God Bless.
September 22, 2009
We have many great memory's of Father coming to our house for dinner and playing cards-He spent many hours with the Carroll/Reidy clan hunting/fishing he always had a kind word and a smile- to Father and JK-66 "THE REIDY FAMILY"
Maureen Fracassini
September 22, 2009
Fr. Karl was such a big part of my life growing up. We counted the collection on my parents kitchen table. We played contract rummy. He took me fishing for the first time. He proudly gave me a grand tour of his renovated church and rectory when we went to meet with him before our wedding. He presided at my wedding 4 years ago and in his homily asked if there was time for a quick nine holes. I was so very fond of him. May he rest in peace. My deepest condolences to all of you.
Maureen (Reidy) Fracassini
Thomas & Margaret Monahan
September 22, 2009
Monsignor Edward B. Karl You will be missed by all here at Saint Mary's in Betel. our prayers go out to his family and friends
MICKEY & STANLEY PERRONE
September 22, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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