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for James Walsh
Mary Eisenhower
March 26, 2007
Dear Nancy,
Although I didn't know Jim until later in life, he was a joy of a person. Please accept my deepest condolences - he will be missed even by those who didn't know him very well. May God sustain you through these sad times. I would have contacted you sooner, but only today learned of his death. God bless, Mary Eisenhower
Judith Barker
March 13, 2007
To the Walsh family, ALthough I didn't really know Gep as an adult, I have vivid memories of his presence in the Higgins family during ur childhoods. His mother Nancy was one of my mother's very best friends and I always looked forward to her visits. Gep was a friendly, happy presence, like his mother, in my memory. So sorry to hear the sad news of his passing.
Judy Higgins Barker
Dick Higgins
March 13, 2007
Dear Nancy,
I just learned of Gep's death and was shocked and saddened by the news. I first met Gep in 1943 when we moved to Pierce Street, near the Walsh family at 47th and Rockhill Road. As you know, my parents and Gep's were close friends and I met Gep in that context. The huge age difference, four to six, meant that I looked up to Gep as a most superior being. I kept that sense of Gep throughout my life. He was always smarter, more at ease with people, a much better athelete and all in all a marvelous person. I am lucky to have known him, and you.
Ilse joins me in our condolences.
Dick Higgins
Judy Ancel
March 6, 2007
Dear Walsh Family,
Jim was an inspiration. In 1991 when The Institute for Labor Studies did the Kansas City Labor History tour, Jim helped us immensely to retrieve information about his grandfather Frank Walsh who is one of the featured heroes in the tour. He provided family photos and documents for our research and participated in the tour. His contributions are on our web page.
In solidarity,
Judy Ancel, Director
The Institute for Labor Studies
UMKC and Longview Community College
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Missy McQueeny Paluga
March 6, 2007
Dear Nancy:
I am so sorry to hear of Gep's passing. He was such a great guy and a joy to be around. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
mike McQueeny
March 3, 2007
Dear Nancy and Family
I am saddened by geps passing.He displayed his kindness and good heart to all he touched. Including myself.
You are In my prayers.
Sherry McQueeny Quigley
March 2, 2007
Walsh Family, I was so sorry to hear of my cousin Gep's passing. My prayers are with you all at this sad time.
John & Kristen Wylde
March 2, 2007
Walsh family,
We were all stunned and saddened by the loss of Uncle Jim. Camp Meech will never be the same. We're so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Margaret and Andy Hansen
March 2, 2007
Dear Jenny, Nancy and family. Andy and I were so sorry to hear of your loss. We are in Atlanta and got the news by listening to the voice mail messages at home. Ya'll are in our thoughts and prayers. Jim will always be remebered by many for his friendliness...what a gift to others. Thank you, Jenny, for letting us know. I'm sorry we aren't home to give you a special hug. I'm sure you will have many memories. Our love to all the family. Margaret and Andy
Tim Growney
March 2, 2007
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with your family.
Joe Fagan
March 2, 2007
To the Walsh Family:
Jim and I were not close, however we had a mutual respect for each other. He was a man who believed in his vision. He was a man who helped others. He was a man with a sense of humor who enjoyed a good laugh. Jim will be missed by all.
Paul (Tiny) Andresen
March 1, 2007
Words are hard to find, but Jim wouldn't have it that way. He was always so quick with a word and a story. His generousity is what I will always remember. That and the lunch he, Tom, and I shared before Kelly's wedding. May the peace which passes understanding be with you all.
Paul and Marie Andresen
Kathy Henson (Gehrig)
March 1, 2007
Walshes - I can never think of Christmas with out thinking of you all (and teeny's love of potpourri) - Intellivision, trampolines, Michael Jackson, and any card game all remind me of you - Jim was a HUGE part of my childhood ("Ew, I touched it!" - sigh) - as were you all. I think about Megan and Michela pinching Jenny and I during a sleepover - John and Mary the ill-fated goldfish - so many memories. I love you all so much, and I miss Gep already - I'm sure he and Megan are trading inappropriate jokes somewhere up above right now.
Catherine McQueeny-Kohler
March 1, 2007
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You are in our prayers!
Michael Alvarado
March 1, 2007
Dear Nancy, Casey and Family:
The news of Jim's passing came as a real shock to me. I am deeply saddened and am upset that I will never be able to see Jim smile again or hear one of his jokes. Jim always was so full of life. He brought laughter and smiles wherever he went. All of my fond memories of Jim contain his classic Smile and a great joke. Though he joked around a lot, Jim always made me feel welcome, loved and comfortable. I will never forget all of the great times spent with Jim, and I will always be thankful for the happiness that he brought to my life. I know he is in heaven now making Jesus Laugh! You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Mike Alvarado
Libby Langley
March 1, 2007
I am so sorry about the untimely passing of your father Michaela. God bless you and your family.
Mike Breen
March 1, 2007
Nancy-
I am so saddened by your and your family's loss of Gep. Although geography kept us apart these many years, I will never forget the huge impact he (and you) made on my life as a young man. For me, it was the ever-present laughter that molded many of my own values. Although life is often sad, somehow the joy sustains us and Jim "Gep" Walsh was the first to teach me that. I send you all my care.
Katie Lyons
March 1, 2007
I am so sorry for the pain of losing your father; and Nancy your wonderful, loving husband. When my sister told me he passed -- I was grateful to learn he went peacefully in his sleep and amazed it was on Megan's B-day. (No Coincidence) I believe they are in heaven together, where we will eventually all be. Perhaps heaven is like Long Lake. When I think of Jim, I think of a man who has a "heart of gold" with an incredible sense of humor and personality -- willing to do anything to help. I remember his warmth and hospitality when I visited and the great times vacationing together. It was a priviledge to know him. I will continue to pray for all of you. I am sorry I am unable to make it to his Memorial Service, because I would love to be there with you to honor Jim. Until we meet again, may the Good Lord hold you in the palm of his hand.
Matt McQueeny
March 1, 2007
Sorry to hear about the passing of Geppy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Meganne Acres
March 1, 2007
Howdy Gang, I am thinking of Christ's words in Luke. " Blessed are you who weep now, for you will laugh " What a promise !!! My prayers for you all are for strength, comfort, laughter that drowns out the tears, smiles and hugs from family and friends. Thank you for sharing your family with me, especially Jim. My memories of him will always make me giggle. Lots of Love & I will see you soon !!!! Meganne
Bridget McKenna James
March 1, 2007
Michaela and the rest of the Walsh clan,
I was so saddened to hear of the loss of your dad. I have such fond memories of being over at your house all the time in the good 'ole St. Elizabeth's days. I am thinking of you all in this time of mourning. You are in my prayers.
Thomas Gordon
March 1, 2007
Dear Walsh Family,
I am so sorry to learn of Jim's death. He was a great lawyer, and a fine Catholic gentleman. He was a friend of the entire Gordon family. My prayers and condolences to all of you.
Scott Kennedy
February 28, 2007
Dear Nancy, Casey, Michaela, Jenny and Kelly: Sorry to hear about Jim. I have many fun and lasting memories both from Ward Parkway Country Club and the Leawood swim teams! Although it's been a while since we've crossed paths, my heart and thoughts are still with you.
Tim O'Neill
February 28, 2007
Very sorry to hear of the passing of Geppy Walsh. He was a good friend of my dad (Pat O'Neill Sr.) and our whole family. He will be missed. Barb and I send our prayers to the entire Walsh family.
God Bless You.
Tim & Barbara (O'Brien) O'Neill
Phillip Sullivan
February 28, 2007
To The Walsh Family:
I was very sorry to hear about Jim's passing. I will remember him and all of you in my prayers and thoughts. Phil Sullivan, San Diego, Ca
Mary C. Danaher
February 28, 2007
Nancy,
It has been a long time since our dorm days in Omaha. I am so glad we both ended up with great Democratic husbands in KC. We will never see the likes of Gep Walsh again but the world is a much better place for his having graced it for 70 years.
Jim and I are praying for your family.
Mary Connaghan Danaher
Mary Jo Arnold
February 28, 2007
Dear Nancy, I was so sorry to hear of Gep's death. My love and prayers are with you. Love, Seetsie
Margaret Meagher Tagg
February 28, 2007
Dear Nancy and family,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I have fond memories of working with Geppy at the Prosecutor's Office, oh so many years ago. My prayers and thoughts are with you and I hope your found memories give you some comfort during this sad time.
Sincerely, Margaret
Roberta Falkner
February 28, 2007
Walsh Family -
I am so sorry for your loss. I started working at the law firm several months ago, and even though I only saw Jim on Fridays, he made me feel as if we were life-long friends. He was one of the kindest people I've ever met. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
JOE STEFFEN
February 28, 2007
Condolences from Gep's cousins, John Steffen, Joe Steffen, Jim Steffen, Rosemary Perrin, and Bill Steffen. Our lives had diverged, but we always looked forward in earlier years to family gatherings where we would trade jokes and humorous observations. We all admired him greatly, for that and for other reasons. The peace of the Lord be with him now, and with his family.
Carey Nadeau
February 28, 2007
Dear Walsh Family:
I'm so sorry for your loss; you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
John Lillis
February 28, 2007
To the Walsh Family:
I am so sorry for your loss. What a great guy and father. I know he will be missed by a ton of people.
At a time like this I always think of the Irish blessing: May God keep him in the plam of his hand until you meet again...
Rev. Luke Byrne S.J.
February 28, 2007
I will be out of KC during Jim's wake/funeral but will be with you in prayer and spirit. I have enjoyed knowing Jim since our grade school days. It is hard to see his life with us come to an end but he certainly accomplished much in the time the Lord gave him. May the place the Lord has prepared for him be beyond his wildest dreams and may the same Lord be close to each of you in this hard time of closing a rich chapter of family history.
Rob Sweeney (aka Rube)
February 28, 2007
To Nancy, Casey, Michaela, Jenny and Kelly, my heart goes out to you on the loss of Gep. He was truly one of a kind who had a profound impact on many people's lives. His humor, warmth, wit and willingness to help others uniquely characterized this wonderful man. I am grateful for having known him...and I am honored to be one of many friends who Gep attached a nickname - mine was Rube. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
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