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for Clyde Drees
Ellie Blair
November 7, 2011
Thinking of you today, the 5 month anniversary of your passing. I miss you so much. (Everyone does.) I miss your smile, your laugh, your wisdom, and your humor. I love you.
Dad at Christmas
Ellie Blair
November 7, 2011
Dick Strode
June 15, 2011
I met Clyde in person only once but we were both in facilities management so I had numerous conversations with him on the phone. I worked in the Phoenix office and Clyde always had time to help me with whatever problem I might bring. Clyde cared about me, my work and the company and though we rarely saw each other face to face I considered him one of my best friends.
My sincere condolences.
Sarah Mundy-Evans
June 12, 2011
Although I've been away from RI for many years now, I never forgot about Clyde. Never again have I experienced such a well stocked and organized supply cabinet. I don't get to have Dilly days or all staff cookouts. No one gives me their ripe bananas. And I haven't yet found a coworker who can appreciate swapping VW stories. Aside from all that, he was a good man. He'll be greatly missed.
My thoughts go out to his family for their loss.
Peace,
Jean Fasching
June 11, 2011
Clyde made me smile and laugh everyday I worked at RI/TNS -- I loved being around him. He enjoyed work and his spirit was contagious. He touched many lives with his positive, get it done, attitude. He freely shared his opinions -- which was always fun. I’m truly blessed to have had Clyde as my friend. My thoughts and prayers are with his friends and family. Jean
June 10, 2011
I remember as a 10 year old...Uncle Clyde gave me a new baseball glove for my birthday...since U.C. was left-handed...he gave me a glove for the right hand. (I throw with my right hand.) I used it for quite a while. I would catch with it...take it off...and throw with my right hand. The kids would joke about my "wrong glove"...but I didn't mind. Thank you Uncle!
Miss you. GUY
Lauren Kinney
June 10, 2011
Oh, a great man is gone. Clyde made my day regularly whether when I was visiting the MSP office or whether I was at my desk in CT. My thoughts are with all of his many loved ones...it was impossible not to love Clyde!
Amber Sheak
June 10, 2011
My heart and prayers go out to you! I had three and a half wonderful working years with Clyde. I couldn't have picked a better man to work with and I'm proud to call him my friend. Please know that you and your family are in my heart and prayers.
Brian Larson (former colleague)
June 10, 2011
Clyde has gone on ahead of the rest of us and I look forward to a joyous reunion some day. It was a pleasure to work with Clyde for many years. Now that I work at home, I still carry out the "Dilly of a Day" tradition. Miss you, ya hunyuk!
June 10, 2011
I am truly sorry for your lost. In your time of bereavement, know that God assures us that we will see our loved ones again. I’m sure that with the help of our loving Heavenly Father, your family, and friends you will be able to endure this trial. May your memories give you comfort.
T. Gates, GA
Kathy Brewers
June 9, 2011
In loving memory of a wonderful person, who is missed terribly at the office. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family during this time of sorrow.
June 9, 2011
Oh Clyde. Where to start? What to say? So many stories we shared. His gruff exterior was the biggest show of all, because on the inside we all knew he was a softy. When I was pregnant he would check in on me everyday, "ELIZABETH!" he would yell. He's the only one I let call me that.
Most importantly, on a very difficult day. He showed me that compassion and kindness can be present even if matters of "business". He held my hand and even shed a little tear and a quick hug to send me on my way.
Gonna miss you Clyde and Thank You. You'll never know how much your kindness impacted me.
Neil Helgeson
June 9, 2011
Clyde alway did little things to make you feel special. He knew I had a weakness for Sunkist Orange. If there was a meeting where they had drinks and I had not been at it, he always made it a point to come by afterwards and put one on my desk. I never had to ask - it was always there.
Donna Singleton
June 9, 2011
Clyde was a great guy. He loved life, loved his family and made everyone he met feel special.
I'll miss his great sense of humor and just being here. A good friend.
Kathryn and Alan Nordby
June 9, 2011
Adam, we are so sorry to hear about your Father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Martie Needham
June 9, 2011
In the early 80's Clyde hired me to join him in the Admin dept. at Winona Research. We were a team for about three years...And what a team! No matter what, he had such a great sense of humor and always the biggest smile on his face. I know he will be dearly missed by staff at tns and remembered with fond memories by all who had the privilage to know him. Deepest sympathies to Nancy, Elysia & Adam. God Bless...
Kevin Dumcum
June 9, 2011
Clyde was easy to make laugh because he never took himself too seriously. But he took his job, and his mission in life, very seriously -- to do whatever he could to help others succeed. And he did.
Paula O'Brien
June 9, 2011
I not only worked with Clyde for 10 years at Winona Research/RI, but I also went to school with him in Shakopee. Clyde was one who always had a smile on his face and an upbeat attitude. He was not only a wonderful co-worker but friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.
Gary T.
June 9, 2011
Clyde was always a good friend. In the thirty five years, through good and tough times, Clyde never faltered, he was always Clyde. I am thankful for Nancy having shared Clyde with us. I am thankful for having known him, he represents the best side of life.
Gary T.
Maple Grove, Mn.
Benoite Stepka
June 9, 2011
God speed to you Clyde-off to heaven. It is time now.
Beverly Ince (cox)
June 9, 2011
I am really sorry to hear about Clyde. Barb, Jim & I were all part of the Shakopee Ave neighborhood. We sort of grew up together. We had many great times and although I haven't seen Clyde since our mothers funeral (a few years ago) it still brings all of us great sorrow. So you all hang in there and remember all the good times. Will talk to you all tonight. We will also keep in our prayers. Beverly Ince (Cox)
Jessie Neuman
June 9, 2011
Ellie,
I am so sorry to hear about your dad's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Please know I am here if you need anything at all. Take Care and know that you now have an angel watching over you.
meg selby
June 9, 2011
I worked with Clyde about 15 years ago..what a presence he was! Look "up" to him for guidance for you now have an angel and a star.
Cathy Iffert
June 9, 2011
It was my priviledge and honor to work with Clyde for 20 years. I'm proud to say he was my friend. His "larger than life" way of doing everything will be sorely missed. I love ya, Clyde
Magnus Wahlstrom
June 9, 2011
Clyde, it was an honor and priveledge to work with you and get to know you. You were one of the kindest and most postive people I have ever met. I know you are making people smile around you upstairs. I will miss you.
Magnus Wahlstrom
former colleague RI/TNS
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