Robert F. Conrad, Jr.
June 25, 1976 - June 3, 2005
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Robert Conrad, Jr.
Monday, July 04, 2005
Guest Book Entries from "The Day"
Guest Book for
Robert Frederick Conrad Jr.
Page 1 of 4
July 3, 2005
Dear Mary and Bob You have both been in my thoughts and prayers for the past month. I was stunned when Maureen told me about Bobby's death. I don't think I've seen him since he was about 18 months old and try ing to climb into John Pauls crib. He was an imp. Maur's told me many "Bobby" stories over the years and he must have kept you busy. As the mother of two sons, I know well the struggles of raising a son full of life. We don't want to break them but we try so hard to direct and protect them. The time when we can do that to some extent ends very early and then we pray and hold our breaths. The one constant in the stories over the years has been your love and support for Bobby, no matter what - and that too I understand. I know your loss and think every mother knows your loss and it is even unbearable to think of - so much that there is no humanly way for both of you to survive this. There must be some special grace that Bobby sends down to the both of you and his wife so that you can do the unthinkable. My thoughts and prayers are with you daily. Jo Edmonson
Jo Otto/Edmonson (Selden, NY ) joasintmah@optonline.net
June 30, 2005
Dear Kelly, Brenden, Derek, Mr. & Mrs. Conrad, and Vicki; We are very sorry for your loss of Bob. Words can not express the sorrow that we feel in our hearts today. Bob was one of the best friends anyone could ask for in life. When we moved to Plainfield, Dave and I knew that owning a home would change our lives. What we didn't know was that our neighbors would become two (then four) of the best friends we would ever meet. We will cherish the great memories we have of Bob forever. Dave, Jessica, Jason, and I miss Bob very much. The days are not as bright without his smile and laughs. Not a day goes by that Dave and I don't think of Bob or that Jess asks for him. Kelly, Brenden, and Derek; we are always and forever here for you. We may not live next door to you any longer but we are only five minutes down the road. We will be there for whatever it is you need. We love you with all our hearts.
Kim McElroy (Plainfield, CT ) kim0373@hotmail.com
June 30, 2005
Our dearest Son Bobby Today marks the end of the month that you had that horrible accident. Mom & I still cannot believe that this is real and we will never see your beautiful, smiling face again. You cannot begin to know the pain that we feel. I do not know if "feel" is the right words since our feeling right now are dead. We go through the motions of living our lives, but the vast black empty hole that has been created by your passing makes life unimportant. Mom and I will somehow survive this but at this moment we cannot see that day. We want you to know that Kelly, Brenden and Derek will come through this tragedy. Mom and I will help Kelly raise your boys with the same LOVE, happiness, encouragment, understanding, and support that all your life we gave to you. My Son I will close for now as we have always done. Till we are all together again with God. Love always and forever MOM & DAD xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox oxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo xoxoxoxo
Robert Conrad (Norwich, CT )
June 28, 2005
Kelly,Brenden,Derek, and the Conrad family.. I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with all of you. Bob was a wonderful man, husband, father, and friend. He will be sadly missed and loved by all who knew him. There are so many wonderful memories he left us with to be remembered. One of my favorites happened at a party we all went to at the Maennerchor Club. It was toward the end of the night, I was on my way back into the hall, and seen Bob jump up to sit on the bar they had in there, and all of a sudden I heard a loud crash and bang. I looked over and Bob, and I started to laugh so hard. I told him quickly to get up so no one from the bar would see this mess. He looked at me cracking up, telling me his legs were stuck under it. We finally got it up and laughed about for the rest of the night. Kelly baby, stay strong, you know you have all of us for whatever it is you may need. Bob, until we meet again up in the clouds, keep on routing for them Yankees....... All my thoughts, prayers, and love, Paul
Paul Pont (Norwich, CT ) deadhead_98_98@yahoo.com
June 25, 2005
My Dear Beloved Godson Bobby. Today would have been your 29th Birthday. Happy Birthday in Heaven with all your relatives. Now your with your Grandma who loved you so dearly, and the Grandma you never new. It's so hard to beleive we'll never see your handsome face again. Kelly, Mom, Dad, Vicki Greg and all the rest of your family have such an empty hole in their hearts.The happy faces of your two beautiful sons Brenden & Derek help to keep them going. We had you for such a short time 28 years 11 months and 9 days but you will never be forgotten. You will live in our hearts forever. Duane & Dana came from Florida to be with Mon & Dad. It was a very special time. Your Dad asked the boys about losing their Father (Uncle Duane) so young because what they went through, Brenden & Derek will be going through.We all will do everything we can for Kelly, Brenden, Derek, Mom, Dad, Vicki and Greg. I hope Aunt Joan, Uncle Freddie, Uncle Duane and John G will help you celebrate today. Give them all a kiss from me. Take care of Uncle Freddie. Go fishing and watch over us from Heaven. All my love always, Aunt Elaine
Elaine Kanno (Carle Place, NY ) bigmama61@optonline.net
June 25, 2005
Happy Birthday Bobby - I don't know why you are not here to celebrate, although an answer to that question would not make it any easier to have you gone. I miss you so much and think of you constantly. You are never more than a half a sentence from my thoughts. I, like Mom, made a Nubian Roll cake for today in honor of you. It was always our favorite cake, so why did we only get it on birthdays? I love you so much. XOXOXO - Vicki
Vicki Potter (Gilbert, AZ ) gpotter4@cox.net
June 22, 2005
To the Family and Friends of Robert Frederick Conrad Jr: My heart goes out to all of you during your time of loss and sadness. I never met Robert personally, but I know his wife, Kelly, through work. From what I can tell, this man was greatly loved and radiated love to everyone he knew. I hope these words offer some comfort and reassurance that Robert is in a safe place: "We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord." --II Corinthians 5:8 Dearest Kelly, My heart aches for you, Darling; You are such a beautiful person inside and out. I am here for you if you need an extra shoulder to cry on. You are loved by many people, and especially our Lord. For He promises in John 14:18... "I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you."
Anna Martineau (Storrs, CT ) almartineau@sbcglobal.net
June 21, 2005
Dear Kelly & Family Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sava Insurance Group, Waterford
Christine Spivey (Waterford, CT )
June 18, 2005
Our dearest SON When you came into this world Dr. Manning proclaimed to your mother "Oh Mary he is a beautiful boy" How right she was. What she did not realize was you were even more beautiful inside... A day never went by, the Mom & I were not proud of you. You just thought everyone was a talented, witty, smart, and as wonderful as you. Wrong... Very few people ever had your humor, charm, talking ability and that smile that just lit up you and everyone around you. Yes you did have your moments, like the 7 cars you wrecked. Especially the last one where you hit a boat... As usual you smiled and charmed Mom and convinced her that it was my fault. Only my son could do that and only mom and I can say thank you God that we were his parents and he was OUR SON... The pain, emptiness, anger, and fustration that we feel at times is unbearable. We just sit and stare at the blank floor, asking why? how? Thinking this is a mistake and that we will wake up from this nightmare. There is no mistake. You have been taken away from Kelly, Brenden, Derek, Vicki Mom & I much, much too soon. We watched you grow from a infant, to a toddler, to a young man, to a man. We saw you become a volunteer fireman, and EMT. We observed you become a great father. I said to your mother many times, that Our Son was a better father than I was. When you picked up Brenden, or Derek they would put their head on your shoulder and you knew that they knew that they were safe and secure in your loving arms. When you would pick Brenden up and say "Chill out Punk" and mom would tell you Bobby it is not going to happen/ Brenden is you, and you never chilled out. The out pouring of love and respect that was shown for you during this ordeal has been of great comfort to your mother and I. We along with Vicki will do all we can to take care of Kelly, and the boys. Please know SON that you will live in our hearts, mind and soul. Every breath that we take we will think of our "sunshine son" You have our love till we are all together again in Gods embrace. As we have always closed with love and kisses forever Mom and Dad xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo xoxoxo
Mom & Dad (Norwich, CT ) robert_f_conrad@sbcglobal.net
June 18, 2005
Dear Aunt Mary, Uncle Bob, Vicki, and Kelly, I’ve been sitting for hours trying to find the right words to express my sorrow for your great and tragic loss. My heart breaks thinking of the hours and days that you are living without Bobby. The world is forever altered and all of us who knew Bobby will never forget him. I remember Bobby mostly as a child and remember most his spirit and unending energy!! I am grateful his legacy will last through his sweet boys and pray that they and you are forever protected and surrounded by his love and light. I am so sorry. For Bobby, you will always be missed and are so dearly loved. Love, Meg
Meg Otto (Oak Ridge, NJ ) megotto@optonline.com
June 17, 2005
To the family of Robert Conrad, We know of Robert through our friends Vicki and Greg. Vicki talked so lovingly of her brother even those many years ago. Our hearts are so sad for you. Please know that you're in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely,
Jim & Jeanie Barth (Beaverton, OR )
June 16, 2005
To my dear and loving family & friends, I would like to take a moment to reflect the life of my loving husband. I will never know the reason why God took you from all of us, but I would like to thank Him for all the special memories and laughs through all the wonderful years that we had together. Most of all for the two beautiful babies that we created.(We did a pretty good job!) Remember all the laughter and honor your tears for they show the true pain that is in our hearts and minds as we try to heal from this tragedy. I will always love you for the rest of my life here on earth! Hey babe, are you there?
Kelly Conrad (Plainfield, CT ) stampinfreak@sbcglobal.net
June 15, 2005
My Dear Hearts, Having had the privilege to be part of your family life, I know so well the spark that Bobby added to all of our lives. That spark cannot be dimmed nor can it fade. It surrounds you all now more than ever. Bobby's love for adventure was second only to his love for his family. His smile and laugh were infectious and his heart was young and light. Bobby's Grace and Love will be with you always, wherever you go. He's never far from my thoughts and prayers. And as he made a peaceful transition, I pray for you all that you may find peace through your great sorrow. I love you and I am here whenever you call.
Maureen Otto (Cedar Grove, NJ ) ottom@un.org
June 14, 2005
Dear Mary and Bob, No words can take away the pain you must be feeling. I am so sorry for your tragic loss. Please know that I will pray for you both and for Bobby. My deepest sympathy Judy
Judy Moore-Liskiewicz (East Lyme, CT )
June 12, 2005
Dear Conrad family, We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Vicki called us this afternoon, and our hearts and prayers are with you all. We lost our son 5 years ago at age 20, and our hearts hurt for you. If there is every anything Jeff or I can do, even just to talk, please feel free to call. Vicki has our number and we'd be glad to hear from you. All I can say is hold on to each other through this tough time. All our love and prayers. Jeff and Jeanne Smith
JEFF AND JEANNE SMITH (HEBER, UT ) jeff_jeanne@hotmail.com
June 12, 2005
To Vicki and family of Robert: no words exist to take away the pain and sadness of your loss. I simply pray you feel God's grace, strength, and comfort to your spirit as He grieves along with your heart and soul. My heartfelt sympathies, Sonya Romero
Sonya Romero (Mesa, AZ )
June 10, 2005
My Dear Bobby: I chose to enter a message today because of the special date for me. It has been a week since we lost you, and the world and my heart have an enormous hole in them that will never be filled. I thank God that you are my brother, I have so many memories of our childhood. I just wish you could be here to tell me the ones I have forgotten (you always seem to have a better memory). I will miss you every day for the rest of my life, but mostly I will miss the man you would have become. I have been seeing more glimpses of that man in the past years, and I am so proud that you are my baby brother. Thank you for being the best uncle to Emily and Gabrielle. I know I may not have always showed it, but I love you, love you, love you! Take care of the baby we never met until we can all be together....... Love Forever - your big sister Vicki (and Greg, Emily and Gabrielle)
Vicki Potter (Gilbert, AZ ) gpotter4@cox.net
June 9, 2005
Darling Aunt Mary and Uncle Bob..there are no words that any of us could say that will ever make this better, but know that i love you both...wished i"d remembered to say it more often....anyway, just know that Bobby is up there looking after all of us.. you, Kelly, and the boys will be in my heart and prayers always...just remember how much living Bobby did, and keep him in your dreams and memories ...lots and lots of love ...valerie p.s. anything i can ever do, just ask and it's done..love you guys!!!
Valerie Blinn (Mineola, NY ) diva6124@aol.com
June 9, 2005
For everyone who knew and loved Bob- I am so,so sorry for your loss. Words cannot express how much I hurt that this has happened and that now you all have to go through this. Please know that we are thinking of you and praying for you all. Love, Sheri and Jeff
Sheri & Jeff Williams (Gilbert, AZ )
June 8, 2005
Dear Bobby We Will Love and miss you always!!! I'll Never Let your Boys forget you! I will Tell them All the Great Stories, Show them All the Great Pictures(THANK GOD YOU ARE SUCH A HAM) THATS WHY WE HAVE SO MANY!I will Love & take care of your MOM & DAD the best I can and help Kelly! NO ONE CAN EVER STOP THE PAIN THEY FEEL! GIVE MY MOM A KISS FOR ME AND TELL HER I LOVE AND MISS HER EVERY DAY OF MY LIFE! I LOVE YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! KISS UNCLE FREDDY FOR ME TOO! BYE FOR NOW. TEE CEE
TEE CEE SKENE (WEST BABYLON, NY )
June 7, 2005
Kelly & Family, Bob was a great man and from what I hear a great father too, he will be missed by many, but always remember the time you had with him, the precious moments, the memories that will always make you smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Stacy Boyd & Chip Ahnell
Stacy Boyd (Groton, CT )
June 7, 2005
To the Family of Robert, I am so saddened to hear of your loss. My heart breaks for all of you. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May the Lord be with you all during this difficult time to comfort and hold you. My deepest sympathies,
Tracy Bowers (Gilbert, AZ )
June 7, 2005
To the entire Family of Robert... We are deeply saddened by your loss. We only knew Robert through his dear and loving sister Vicki's stories of his life. The Mother's of Preschoolers MOms in AZ are praying for your family during this difficult time. May He bless you and comfort you! We are here waiting to support Vicki in any way we can when she returns home. God Bless Melanie Clardy and all of us at MOPS
All of us in AZ (Gilbert, AZ ) melanieclary@earthlink.net
June 7, 2005
For Robert's family: We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We wish we could remove the pain you feel and bring him back. Please know that we will be praying for you all earnestly. Vicki and Greg, please let us know any way we can help. love, The Gerety's
Karl and Jeanita Gerety (Gilbert, AZ )
June 7, 2005
Dear Mary and Bob, We were so sorry to read about your son's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Greg and Peggy
GREG AND PEGGY JORDAN (STONINGTON, CT )
June 6, 2005
Dear Mary and Bob: My prayers are with you during this tragic loss. May you find peace and comfort from the many caring words of friends and family. Respectfully, Pierre Bumgardner and Family
Pierre Bumgardner (Groton)
June 6, 2005
Dear Bob and Mary, Elizabeth and I are so sorry to hear of the passing of you son. Our prayers are with you and your entire family during this most difficult time. May the peace of the Lord be with your son, his family, and all of you. Richard and Elizabeth
Richard and Elizabeth Dalkowski (Fishers Island, NY )
June 6, 2005
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Stacy Provau (Oakdle, CT )
June 6, 2005
Dear Kelly and family, I had the pleasure of working with Bob for a little over a year at AMI. Although I didn't know him a long time, I will miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Raymond Lau (Hope Valley, RI )
June 6, 2005
Dear Kelly and family, My heart just ached for you all when Crystal called and informed me of the accident. I can't begin to imagine your loss and words just aren't enough to say how very sorry I am that you all must say good-bye to Bob. What a tragic loss! Take comfort in knowing that he'll live on in all your memories. I pray that time brings you healing and that you all have the strength to move forward, and a special prayer for you Kelly. You have two little boys that are counting on you. Remember, Bob is alive in both of them, love them with all your heart and enjoy watching them grow. Love, Anita
Anita Hendrix (Colleyville, TX )
June 5, 2005
Dear Mary & Bobby, We are so sad to hear about the loss of your beautiful son. I wish there was something that we could do for you. We are thinking of you and praying for all of you. If there is anything you need please let us know. All our love, Karen & Dennis Brunelle
Karen & Dennis Brunelle (East Lyme, CT ) kbrune4385@aol.com
June 5, 2005
Dear Aunt Mary and Uncle Bobby, We are so sorry to hear the news about Bobby, WHAT A SHOCK. The last time Bobby and I spoke, we talked about the good old days when we where kids, the hikes we always took with you and my dad. Then he said to me, remember when we use to play hide and go seek. I had almost forgotten and I said oh! yeah. He told me I had the best hidding spot(which I did) I would hide on the dining room chairs that were pushed in and the tablecloth was long enough it would hide me so nobody could ever find me. I'm so glad we had that conversation because it reminded me of all the good times we had at your house and the fun I had with my cousins Vicky and Bobby. He will always be remembered. Love, the Tomei family
Tracy Tomei (Mineola, NY ) leoandtracy@hotmail.com
June 5, 2005
Dear Bob & Mary. So sorry to learn of the loss of your son.Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Ted & Gloria
Ted & Gloria Beals (Winter Haven, FL )
June 5, 2005
Dear Kelly and Family, My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. I had the pleasure of knowing Bob thru my son Paul. I will always remember him for his awesome smile and the way we used to tease him for having to duck his head to go upstairs in my house. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Sincerely, Karen Boyd
Karen Boyd (Norwich, CT )
June 5, 2005
Uncle Bobby and Aunt Mary, I'm so sorry and so shocked.
Paulette Brown (Nazareth, PA ) brownalyshia@msn.com
June 5, 2005
Dear Bob: I am so very, very sorry about your loss. Wanted you to know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sincerely, Terry Colsen United Realty
Terry Colsen (East Lyme, CT ) Thibodeauw@aol.com
Robert Frederick Conrad Jr.
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July 3, 2005
Dear Mary and Bob You have both been in my thoughts and prayers for the past month. I was stunned when Maureen told me about Bobby's death. I don't think I've seen him since he was about 18 months old and try ing to climb into John Pauls crib. He was an imp. Maur's told me many "Bobby" stories over the years and he must have kept you busy. As the mother of two sons, I know well the struggles of raising a son full of life. We don't want to break them but we try so hard to direct and protect them. The time when we can do that to some extent ends very early and then we pray and hold our breaths. The one constant in the stories over the years has been your love and support for Bobby, no matter what - and that too I understand. I know your loss and think every mother knows your loss and it is even unbearable to think of - so much that there is no humanly way for both of you to survive this. There must be some special grace that Bobby sends down to the both of you and his wife so that you can do the unthinkable. My thoughts and prayers are with you daily. Jo Edmonson
Jo Otto/Edmonson (Selden, NY ) joasintmah@optonline.net
June 30, 2005
Dear Kelly, Brenden, Derek, Mr. & Mrs. Conrad, and Vicki; We are very sorry for your loss of Bob. Words can not express the sorrow that we feel in our hearts today. Bob was one of the best friends anyone could ask for in life. When we moved to Plainfield, Dave and I knew that owning a home would change our lives. What we didn't know was that our neighbors would become two (then four) of the best friends we would ever meet. We will cherish the great memories we have of Bob forever. Dave, Jessica, Jason, and I miss Bob very much. The days are not as bright without his smile and laughs. Not a day goes by that Dave and I don't think of Bob or that Jess asks for him. Kelly, Brenden, and Derek; we are always and forever here for you. We may not live next door to you any longer but we are only five minutes down the road. We will be there for whatever it is you need. We love you with all our hearts.
Kim McElroy (Plainfield, CT ) kim0373@hotmail.com
June 30, 2005
Our dearest Son Bobby Today marks the end of the month that you had that horrible accident. Mom & I still cannot believe that this is real and we will never see your beautiful, smiling face again. You cannot begin to know the pain that we feel. I do not know if "feel" is the right words since our feeling right now are dead. We go through the motions of living our lives, but the vast black empty hole that has been created by your passing makes life unimportant. Mom and I will somehow survive this but at this moment we cannot see that day. We want you to know that Kelly, Brenden and Derek will come through this tragedy. Mom and I will help Kelly raise your boys with the same LOVE, happiness, encouragment, understanding, and support that all your life we gave to you. My Son I will close for now as we have always done. Till we are all together again with God. Love always and forever MOM & DAD xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox oxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo xoxoxoxo
Robert Conrad (Norwich, CT )
June 28, 2005
Kelly,Brenden,Derek, and the Conrad family.. I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with all of you. Bob was a wonderful man, husband, father, and friend. He will be sadly missed and loved by all who knew him. There are so many wonderful memories he left us with to be remembered. One of my favorites happened at a party we all went to at the Maennerchor Club. It was toward the end of the night, I was on my way back into the hall, and seen Bob jump up to sit on the bar they had in there, and all of a sudden I heard a loud crash and bang. I looked over and Bob, and I started to laugh so hard. I told him quickly to get up so no one from the bar would see this mess. He looked at me cracking up, telling me his legs were stuck under it. We finally got it up and laughed about for the rest of the night. Kelly baby, stay strong, you know you have all of us for whatever it is you may need. Bob, until we meet again up in the clouds, keep on routing for them Yankees....... All my thoughts, prayers, and love, Paul
Paul Pont (Norwich, CT ) deadhead_98_98@yahoo.com
June 25, 2005
My Dear Beloved Godson Bobby. Today would have been your 29th Birthday. Happy Birthday in Heaven with all your relatives. Now your with your Grandma who loved you so dearly, and the Grandma you never new. It's so hard to beleive we'll never see your handsome face again. Kelly, Mom, Dad, Vicki Greg and all the rest of your family have such an empty hole in their hearts.The happy faces of your two beautiful sons Brenden & Derek help to keep them going. We had you for such a short time 28 years 11 months and 9 days but you will never be forgotten. You will live in our hearts forever. Duane & Dana came from Florida to be with Mon & Dad. It was a very special time. Your Dad asked the boys about losing their Father (Uncle Duane) so young because what they went through, Brenden & Derek will be going through.We all will do everything we can for Kelly, Brenden, Derek, Mom, Dad, Vicki and Greg. I hope Aunt Joan, Uncle Freddie, Uncle Duane and John G will help you celebrate today. Give them all a kiss from me. Take care of Uncle Freddie. Go fishing and watch over us from Heaven. All my love always, Aunt Elaine
Elaine Kanno (Carle Place, NY ) bigmama61@optonline.net
June 25, 2005
Happy Birthday Bobby - I don't know why you are not here to celebrate, although an answer to that question would not make it any easier to have you gone. I miss you so much and think of you constantly. You are never more than a half a sentence from my thoughts. I, like Mom, made a Nubian Roll cake for today in honor of you. It was always our favorite cake, so why did we only get it on birthdays? I love you so much. XOXOXO - Vicki
Vicki Potter (Gilbert, AZ ) gpotter4@cox.net
June 22, 2005
To the Family and Friends of Robert Frederick Conrad Jr: My heart goes out to all of you during your time of loss and sadness. I never met Robert personally, but I know his wife, Kelly, through work. From what I can tell, this man was greatly loved and radiated love to everyone he knew. I hope these words offer some comfort and reassurance that Robert is in a safe place: "We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord." --II Corinthians 5:8 Dearest Kelly, My heart aches for you, Darling; You are such a beautiful person inside and out. I am here for you if you need an extra shoulder to cry on. You are loved by many people, and especially our Lord. For He promises in John 14:18... "I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you."
Anna Martineau (Storrs, CT ) almartineau@sbcglobal.net
June 21, 2005
Dear Kelly & Family Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sava Insurance Group, Waterford
Christine Spivey (Waterford, CT )
June 18, 2005
Our dearest SON When you came into this world Dr. Manning proclaimed to your mother "Oh Mary he is a beautiful boy" How right she was. What she did not realize was you were even more beautiful inside... A day never went by, the Mom & I were not proud of you. You just thought everyone was a talented, witty, smart, and as wonderful as you. Wrong... Very few people ever had your humor, charm, talking ability and that smile that just lit up you and everyone around you. Yes you did have your moments, like the 7 cars you wrecked. Especially the last one where you hit a boat... As usual you smiled and charmed Mom and convinced her that it was my fault. Only my son could do that and only mom and I can say thank you God that we were his parents and he was OUR SON... The pain, emptiness, anger, and fustration that we feel at times is unbearable. We just sit and stare at the blank floor, asking why? how? Thinking this is a mistake and that we will wake up from this nightmare. There is no mistake. You have been taken away from Kelly, Brenden, Derek, Vicki Mom & I much, much too soon. We watched you grow from a infant, to a toddler, to a young man, to a man. We saw you become a volunteer fireman, and EMT. We observed you become a great father. I said to your mother many times, that Our Son was a better father than I was. When you picked up Brenden, or Derek they would put their head on your shoulder and you knew that they knew that they were safe and secure in your loving arms. When you would pick Brenden up and say "Chill out Punk" and mom would tell you Bobby it is not going to happen/ Brenden is you, and you never chilled out. The out pouring of love and respect that was shown for you during this ordeal has been of great comfort to your mother and I. We along with Vicki will do all we can to take care of Kelly, and the boys. Please know SON that you will live in our hearts, mind and soul. Every breath that we take we will think of our "sunshine son" You have our love till we are all together again in Gods embrace. As we have always closed with love and kisses forever Mom and Dad xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo xoxoxo
Mom & Dad (Norwich, CT ) robert_f_conrad@sbcglobal.net
June 18, 2005
Dear Aunt Mary, Uncle Bob, Vicki, and Kelly, I’ve been sitting for hours trying to find the right words to express my sorrow for your great and tragic loss. My heart breaks thinking of the hours and days that you are living without Bobby. The world is forever altered and all of us who knew Bobby will never forget him. I remember Bobby mostly as a child and remember most his spirit and unending energy!! I am grateful his legacy will last through his sweet boys and pray that they and you are forever protected and surrounded by his love and light. I am so sorry. For Bobby, you will always be missed and are so dearly loved. Love, Meg
Meg Otto (Oak Ridge, NJ ) megotto@optonline.com
June 17, 2005
To the family of Robert Conrad, We know of Robert through our friends Vicki and Greg. Vicki talked so lovingly of her brother even those many years ago. Our hearts are so sad for you. Please know that you're in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely,
Jim & Jeanie Barth (Beaverton, OR )
June 16, 2005
To my dear and loving family & friends, I would like to take a moment to reflect the life of my loving husband. I will never know the reason why God took you from all of us, but I would like to thank Him for all the special memories and laughs through all the wonderful years that we had together. Most of all for the two beautiful babies that we created.(We did a pretty good job!) Remember all the laughter and honor your tears for they show the true pain that is in our hearts and minds as we try to heal from this tragedy. I will always love you for the rest of my life here on earth! Hey babe, are you there?
Kelly Conrad (Plainfield, CT ) stampinfreak@sbcglobal.net
June 15, 2005
My Dear Hearts, Having had the privilege to be part of your family life, I know so well the spark that Bobby added to all of our lives. That spark cannot be dimmed nor can it fade. It surrounds you all now more than ever. Bobby's love for adventure was second only to his love for his family. His smile and laugh were infectious and his heart was young and light. Bobby's Grace and Love will be with you always, wherever you go. He's never far from my thoughts and prayers. And as he made a peaceful transition, I pray for you all that you may find peace through your great sorrow. I love you and I am here whenever you call.
Maureen Otto (Cedar Grove, NJ ) ottom@un.org
June 14, 2005
Dear Mary and Bob, No words can take away the pain you must be feeling. I am so sorry for your tragic loss. Please know that I will pray for you both and for Bobby. My deepest sympathy Judy
Judy Moore-Liskiewicz (East Lyme, CT )
June 12, 2005
Dear Conrad family, We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Vicki called us this afternoon, and our hearts and prayers are with you all. We lost our son 5 years ago at age 20, and our hearts hurt for you. If there is every anything Jeff or I can do, even just to talk, please feel free to call. Vicki has our number and we'd be glad to hear from you. All I can say is hold on to each other through this tough time. All our love and prayers. Jeff and Jeanne Smith
JEFF AND JEANNE SMITH (HEBER, UT ) jeff_jeanne@hotmail.com
June 12, 2005
To Vicki and family of Robert: no words exist to take away the pain and sadness of your loss. I simply pray you feel God's grace, strength, and comfort to your spirit as He grieves along with your heart and soul. My heartfelt sympathies, Sonya Romero
Sonya Romero (Mesa, AZ )
June 10, 2005
My Dear Bobby: I chose to enter a message today because of the special date for me. It has been a week since we lost you, and the world and my heart have an enormous hole in them that will never be filled. I thank God that you are my brother, I have so many memories of our childhood. I just wish you could be here to tell me the ones I have forgotten (you always seem to have a better memory). I will miss you every day for the rest of my life, but mostly I will miss the man you would have become. I have been seeing more glimpses of that man in the past years, and I am so proud that you are my baby brother. Thank you for being the best uncle to Emily and Gabrielle. I know I may not have always showed it, but I love you, love you, love you! Take care of the baby we never met until we can all be together....... Love Forever - your big sister Vicki (and Greg, Emily and Gabrielle)
Vicki Potter (Gilbert, AZ ) gpotter4@cox.net
June 9, 2005
Darling Aunt Mary and Uncle Bob..there are no words that any of us could say that will ever make this better, but know that i love you both...wished i"d remembered to say it more often....anyway, just know that Bobby is up there looking after all of us.. you, Kelly, and the boys will be in my heart and prayers always...just remember how much living Bobby did, and keep him in your dreams and memories ...lots and lots of love ...valerie p.s. anything i can ever do, just ask and it's done..love you guys!!!
Valerie Blinn (Mineola, NY ) diva6124@aol.com
June 9, 2005
For everyone who knew and loved Bob- I am so,so sorry for your loss. Words cannot express how much I hurt that this has happened and that now you all have to go through this. Please know that we are thinking of you and praying for you all. Love, Sheri and Jeff
Sheri & Jeff Williams (Gilbert, AZ )
June 8, 2005
Dear Bobby We Will Love and miss you always!!! I'll Never Let your Boys forget you! I will Tell them All the Great Stories, Show them All the Great Pictures(THANK GOD YOU ARE SUCH A HAM) THATS WHY WE HAVE SO MANY!I will Love & take care of your MOM & DAD the best I can and help Kelly! NO ONE CAN EVER STOP THE PAIN THEY FEEL! GIVE MY MOM A KISS FOR ME AND TELL HER I LOVE AND MISS HER EVERY DAY OF MY LIFE! I LOVE YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! KISS UNCLE FREDDY FOR ME TOO! BYE FOR NOW. TEE CEE
TEE CEE SKENE (WEST BABYLON, NY )
June 7, 2005
Kelly & Family, Bob was a great man and from what I hear a great father too, he will be missed by many, but always remember the time you had with him, the precious moments, the memories that will always make you smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Stacy Boyd & Chip Ahnell
Stacy Boyd (Groton, CT )
June 7, 2005
To the Family of Robert, I am so saddened to hear of your loss. My heart breaks for all of you. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May the Lord be with you all during this difficult time to comfort and hold you. My deepest sympathies,
Tracy Bowers (Gilbert, AZ )
June 7, 2005
To the entire Family of Robert... We are deeply saddened by your loss. We only knew Robert through his dear and loving sister Vicki's stories of his life. The Mother's of Preschoolers MOms in AZ are praying for your family during this difficult time. May He bless you and comfort you! We are here waiting to support Vicki in any way we can when she returns home. God Bless Melanie Clardy and all of us at MOPS
All of us in AZ (Gilbert, AZ ) melanieclary@earthlink.net
June 7, 2005
For Robert's family: We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We wish we could remove the pain you feel and bring him back. Please know that we will be praying for you all earnestly. Vicki and Greg, please let us know any way we can help. love, The Gerety's
Karl and Jeanita Gerety (Gilbert, AZ )
June 7, 2005
Dear Mary and Bob, We were so sorry to read about your son's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Greg and Peggy
GREG AND PEGGY JORDAN (STONINGTON, CT )
June 6, 2005
Dear Mary and Bob: My prayers are with you during this tragic loss. May you find peace and comfort from the many caring words of friends and family. Respectfully, Pierre Bumgardner and Family
Pierre Bumgardner (Groton)
June 6, 2005
Dear Bob and Mary, Elizabeth and I are so sorry to hear of the passing of you son. Our prayers are with you and your entire family during this most difficult time. May the peace of the Lord be with your son, his family, and all of you. Richard and Elizabeth
Richard and Elizabeth Dalkowski (Fishers Island, NY )
June 6, 2005
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Stacy Provau (Oakdle, CT )
June 6, 2005
Dear Kelly and family, I had the pleasure of working with Bob for a little over a year at AMI. Although I didn't know him a long time, I will miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Raymond Lau (Hope Valley, RI )
June 6, 2005
Dear Kelly and family, My heart just ached for you all when Crystal called and informed me of the accident. I can't begin to imagine your loss and words just aren't enough to say how very sorry I am that you all must say good-bye to Bob. What a tragic loss! Take comfort in knowing that he'll live on in all your memories. I pray that time brings you healing and that you all have the strength to move forward, and a special prayer for you Kelly. You have two little boys that are counting on you. Remember, Bob is alive in both of them, love them with all your heart and enjoy watching them grow. Love, Anita
Anita Hendrix (Colleyville, TX )
June 5, 2005
Dear Mary & Bobby, We are so sad to hear about the loss of your beautiful son. I wish there was something that we could do for you. We are thinking of you and praying for all of you. If there is anything you need please let us know. All our love, Karen & Dennis Brunelle
Karen & Dennis Brunelle (East Lyme, CT ) kbrune4385@aol.com
June 5, 2005
Dear Aunt Mary and Uncle Bobby, We are so sorry to hear the news about Bobby, WHAT A SHOCK. The last time Bobby and I spoke, we talked about the good old days when we where kids, the hikes we always took with you and my dad. Then he said to me, remember when we use to play hide and go seek. I had almost forgotten and I said oh! yeah. He told me I had the best hidding spot(which I did) I would hide on the dining room chairs that were pushed in and the tablecloth was long enough it would hide me so nobody could ever find me. I'm so glad we had that conversation because it reminded me of all the good times we had at your house and the fun I had with my cousins Vicky and Bobby. He will always be remembered. Love, the Tomei family
Tracy Tomei (Mineola, NY ) leoandtracy@hotmail.com
June 5, 2005
Dear Bob & Mary. So sorry to learn of the loss of your son.Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Ted & Gloria
Ted & Gloria Beals (Winter Haven, FL )
June 5, 2005
Dear Kelly and Family, My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. I had the pleasure of knowing Bob thru my son Paul. I will always remember him for his awesome smile and the way we used to tease him for having to duck his head to go upstairs in my house. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Sincerely, Karen Boyd
Karen Boyd (Norwich, CT )
June 5, 2005
Uncle Bobby and Aunt Mary, I'm so sorry and so shocked.
Paulette Brown (Nazareth, PA ) brownalyshia@msn.com
June 5, 2005
Dear Bob: I am so very, very sorry about your loss. Wanted you to know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sincerely, Terry Colsen United Realty
Terry Colsen (East Lyme, CT ) Thibodeauw@aol.com
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