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for Josef Karas
Joanne & Tom Roohr
December 28, 2008
Dear Fran and Barbara, We were so very sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He has certainly left quite a legacy for you and yours. What an amazing man. Please know that your in our prayers.
Jan Tomanek
December 11, 2008
Condolences to the Karas Family. My Godfather, Joza, gave me my first violin lesson many years ago and I enjoyed the get togethers with our Czech families when I was growing up. Pan Karas - Requiescat in Pace.
Deborah Alexander Treacy
December 10, 2008
Dear Henry and Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with
you during this most difficult time.
May the Lord give you strength and
comfort. Mr. Karas was a very
special man.
With my deepest sympathy,
Deborah Alexander Treacy
Bernard Lurie
December 9, 2008
To the family of Joza Karas, Joe was a respected colleague with whom I have shared many years playing chamber music during his early years in Hartford. I was also honored to have him bring his son Frances to study with me. Although I was at the retirement concert with the HSO, I am sorry not to have been able to attend his funeral as I am again at St. Francis Hospital. My deep sympathies to the Karas family, Bernie Lurie
Laurie Buckley
December 9, 2008
Dear Aunt Anne and all the extended Karas family,
We are saddened to hear of Uncle Joe's passing and are praying for you all during this difficult time. We are reminded of him almost daily - and you probably don't know this - but we have a large painting of a man playing the violin in our living room. We purchased it in large part because it reminded me of Uncle Joe - it really looks like him. It hangs right where our boys practice the cello and serves as inspiration and as a constant reminder of the gift of music Joza brought to so many and the Terezin music he "re-discovered" for the world to enjoy. Thinking of you all with love, Laurie, Tom, Sean and Michael Buckley
Caryn woodward
December 7, 2008
Henry, Lynda and family,
I did not know Joza, but i know whqt loosing a father means. my thoughs are with you at this time and know we are only footsteps away. caryn, ed and family
Patty D'Amato
December 5, 2008
The Karas Family,
It is with fond memories that we offer our condolences for the loss of your father Joe.
Our recollection goes back many years to Westminister St. when Joe,Millie,Francis,Henry and Michael were not only our neighbors but friends and playmates as well.
My parents always appreciated that Joe remembered them each Christmas long after we all left the old neighborhood.
Your dad was a wonderful gentle soul
who gave so much to so many and rightly deserves the love and respect of all that knew him.
Our most sincere condolences, Michael,Patty,Peter,Donna,Beebe and Charley D'Amato
Chantelle & Shereta Henriques
December 3, 2008
To the Karas Family:
My mother and I are truly sorry to hear about Mr. Karas. I would also like to take this time to apologize for not attending the service. I didn’t find out till Tuesday night. I took private lessons from Mr. Karas since I was fifteen and I had the pleasure of being a part of the Adult String Ensemble of the Hartt School of Music. Unfortunately my college and work schedule was too much so I have not been able to attend for the past two years. I am extremely proud of my “violin teacher” He expressed his love and compassion for music by being the best at playing, teaching, and conducting. My mother and I loved Mr. Karas dearly, we loved him like family. Oh boy, I am going to miss all the tight hugs he gave me (when I was good or bad) and being the best at telling stories. Oh, what I would do to hear another story and take one last hug… It hurts that he is gone but I know that he is in a better place. Mr. Karas my mother and I will always love you!!!! You will be greatly missed. (Love always Chantelle aka the Trouble-maker)
Tobi Tanzer
December 3, 2008
To the Karas Family -
I was a student of Mr. Karas for a few years in the late 1970s/early 1980s. He always said (with a twinkle in his eye) that I had talent, but no discipline, and I have to say I appreciated his frankness -- his wise observation has returned to me again and again throughout my adult life.
More important than his pithy comment about this mediocre student, however, was his devotion to the legacy of Holocaust music and musicians. I don't feel I ever really knew Mr. Karas personally, even though I had weekly lessons in his home, but his own legacy is tremendous.
I am saddened by this loss. In his honor I am vowing to sign my young son up for violin lessons, and to resume my own. Mr. Karas, I promise I will practice!
Jacqueline Gelpi
December 3, 2008
Epi and Joan,
My Deepest and most sincerest condolences to you and your family.
May God give you strength as you go through this very dificult time.
Edward Clarke
December 3, 2008
I have many wonderful memories of this kind and encouraging man. Having studied violin with him for eight year in the 1960's, I learned how music can enrich life, giving joy to those who play and to those who listen. Although I no longer play, my love of music continues to this day. Mr. Karas taught me to listen actively and to learn from my mistakes. I have only fond memories of this memorable man. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
He will be missed, but his influence lives on.
James Dehls
December 3, 2008
Thank you again, Ann, for letting me share music and conversation in your home with Joza- I will never forget you. Jim Dehls
Kirsten Perla
December 2, 2008
What a wonderful tribute to Uncle Joza. I am sorry I could not attend, but I understand it was standing room only at the viewings. Plenty of students, family and friends to show their respect. Dad said the PowerPoint was quite powerful and that there would be plenty of music today at his funeral...a fitting celebration of Uncle Joza's life. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kirsten
Damien and the McHugh-Roohrs
December 2, 2008
To Anne, Fran, Barbara, Sarah, Joe, and the whole Karas family:
I am so sorry for your loss. And I am very much heartened to know the comfort you will find in the days and years ahead through your cherished memories of a wonderful fellow.
Marie B. Gondek
December 2, 2008
Dearest Anne & Karas Family,
Joza was an inspiration to me. As a member of the Joza Karas Adult String Ensemble, I was priviledge to have him as a friend, mentor and teacher. He shared his string prowess and his humor Saturday mornings at Hartt as our group made music together. What a loss we all will experience! However, his spirit will remain with us for years to come.
Anne, my family and I grieve your loss and extend our heartfelt sympathy as we seek comfort in the Almighty.
Prayerfully & Lovingly,
"Maria"
Joann Carrasquillo
December 2, 2008
Dear Ann and Family:
I remember meeting Joza only once, during my daughter’s graduation party. I spoke with him for awhile and he was so warm and friendly. I have not seen him since than but I often hear my daughters speak of him with great respect and love. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
Maggy Chernyha
December 1, 2008
I remember Joza's ready laugh and warm nature. I will always cherish that he and his string quartet played, beautifully, for my wedding and reception many years ago.
Anne and the rest of the family, please accept my heartfelt condolences on your loss.
Michael Cohen
December 1, 2008
To the Karas family,
I remember meeting Joza only once, after some sort of gig that Michael and I and the rest of our band, Copper Hill, was involved in. We spent a few minutes at the house while Mike unloaded some gear and then we were off to a Mexican restaurant. But even in the short time that I spoke with Joza, I was able to confirm much of what Mike and Fran and Henry had taught us about him - wisdom, compassion, a love of music and a love of his family. He also turned me on to what he considered to be the best beer in the world, Pilsner Urquell, from what's now the Czech Republic. I have enjoyed this beer occasionally over the past 34 years and I don't think I've ever had a sip without thinking about the Karas family.
Please accept my condolences.
Bland Maloney
December 1, 2008
Dear Joan and Ann, I am so sorry about your father/husband death. Although I have only met him in passing you both along with
susan brought him to life in a very meaningful and fun way. I relish the stories of his life music travels and family. Of course, I have watched him play his beautiful violin for many years. My thoughts and prayers are with you both. Bland Maloney
Eleanor Lennon
December 1, 2008
Dear Joan and family,
My hearfelt sympathy to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
George & Helena Krivsky
December 1, 2008
Dear Ann and the Karas family:
it was a joy and privilege to know
and be around Joza.His love of music
and the way he imparted it around
was simply phenomenal!
It is our hope,many will follow in the same vein and make a world a better place!
Jonathan Goldman
December 1, 2008
To the Karas Family:
I am so sorry for your loss. I don't think that I ever met Joza, but I often heard the sons speak of him with great respect and love. He must have been a man of great conviction. His gifts will be missed by many.
Mark George
December 1, 2008
Dear Mrs. Karas, Karas Family, and the thousands of musicians, students and listeners Joza impacted throughout his life,
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on behalf of the Hartt School Community Division. In the brief time I got to know Joza, it was clear that he was a very special individual. He was a person that truly made a positive difference in people's lives. As musicians and artists, we can only hope to serve the world as well as Joza has.
Mark George, Director
Hartt School Community Division
james mcdonald
November 30, 2008
TO: Mrs. Karas and the entire Karas family
My deepest sympathy to all of you at this time of mourning.Joza left behind a rich legacy that will always sustain everyone's fond memories of him. He was truly an amazing man who was a great father and accomplished so much in a lifetime.
Sincerely,
Jim McDonald
Michele Arsenault
November 30, 2008
Dear Joan and family,
I send my sympathy and prayers that God's presence can provide you with peace and be your strength through a difficult time.
Joy Murray
November 30, 2008
Dear Anne and family,
It was such a privilege to have shared time with Joza during violin lessons. Music was always a part of my life, but now it is even more meaningful because of the lessons, stories and history Joza emparted. My love and prayers go out to you.
gloria allen
November 30, 2008
Al,Teri and children- I am thinking of you at this time knowing how difficult it is to lose a parent. Memories are special.
November 30, 2008
Dear Joan and family
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. I am verry sorry for your loss.
Linda Rakiposki & Family
Mary Mitchell
November 30, 2008
I remember a gentle and kind man who loved his Bubba and his children and grandchildren. I enjoyed his customs, especially the toast he always made. I see his presence in both Maria and Dan when they play their music for us. I love to see such goodness passed on.
Kathleen Kelley Barger
November 30, 2008
I send sincere expressions of sympathy to your family, as my dear violin teacher from the 1950's was Mr. Karas at Hartt School. I will always be grateful for his training and encouragement during my teen years.
A year ago I was fortunate to reconnect with Mr. Karas through a former classmate, Jim Malley, and I loved spending a fall Saturday morning with them at the String Ensemble at U of Hartford.
Gene Rosa Visone D'Onofrio
November 30, 2008
I will always remember his patience and kindness while he valiantly waited for me to make music with my violin. Although the lessons never produced a star, I can never forget how his perseverance gave me hope in other aspects of my life. Those days at St Augustine's School in the early 60's were wonderful and he will always be remembered fondly. When, as an adult, I heard him play, he brought me to tears. It was then when I realized what a sacrifice it must've been to give lessons to children when his true passion was to make such beautiful music on his own. My sympathies to your family - it must've been a priviledge to grow up with Mr. Karas
Carmon Funeral Homes, Inc.
November 30, 2008
With deepest sympathy during your time of mourning.
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