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The Queen Of Spades + 13 Hearts

“You played the game as well as anyone and better than all but the select few. Thousands helped, but you shot the moon.”

—Ed Stevens

Little Message From Belgium

“To the family of Pete, When Pete was on the Moon about 30 years ago I was a little boy. I think we will never forget this man, I mean his person, his bravour and so on. Hope he can meet God in the sky for the Eternity. God bless.”

—Roland Misonne

Childhood Hero

“Pete and all the other Apollo astronauts were the heros of my childhood. I owe my later career and my whole view of life and universe to them and their fantastic achievements.”

—Thanassis Vembos

Child Of The Space Age

“I am saddened by the passing of a hero. As a child of the space age who grew up in the shadow of NASA's George C. Marshall Space Center, I was awed by the bravery, courage, dedication and hard work of all our space heros.

I take heart in the knowledge that he will not be forgotten and will be always honored.”

—Perry Ogletree

Condolences

“Over the years I've had the opportunity to meet many of the pre-Shuttle astronauts. Although I never met Pete in person, I have spoken with him on the phone numerous times. Of all the astros I have met, Pete was consistently the most friendly and helpful of them all. I am so sorry for your loss. He was such a genuinely good person, and so much fun to be around, his absence will be felt profoundly. I wish you, his family, the speediest of journeys back to peace and happiness. And thank you for helping Pete accomplish all that he did for aviation as well as spaceflight.”

—Russ Still

Me And Pete

“Someone called me on Saturday and gave me the awful news. It was my daughter's first birthday and we were having a combination birthday/house warming party. Not a good day to get the news, but fitting since I had just put up my autographed poster of him with the orange sunglasses on the wall in my new house.

We had over 60 people come in and after wishing Ellis Orion a happy 1st birthday, i directed them to the Pete Conrad poster and explained what a TOTAL BAD ASS he was and that he had just passed away. Photos of him on the lunar surface were also scattered about. I made sure everyone left with more knowledge of Pete Conrad than they had come in with.

Pete had really taken a lot of time to chat with me at a small space convention in Houston some years back. He fully explained the Yankee Clipper Program and even showed me a video demonstration of it. I was so glad he was still involved with the program and finding cheaper and better ways to get people into space. He said that even a kid like me could get to go (I was around 22 and had long hair from playing in a rock band, but we still had a great conversation). I also remember getting a comic book from him. Anyway, I just wanted to tell you he was the greatest astronaut I have ever met, and I am sorry for your loss.”

—Frank Bullington

“As a motorcyclist, I'm always saddened when I hear of a biker who has died riding his or her bike. I'm particularly saddened because it is Pete... a guy who inspired all of us in the early days pf the space age. I've worked at jet propulsion laboratory for 25 years, and pate and the other astronauts have amused and inspired me during that time.

Pete, I know you were doing something you loved when you died. I can't ask too much more than that for myself when the time comes.”

—Richard Spear

“To Pete's Family, with our deepest regret to Pete's family, we are in Indonesia will miss him.”

—Gunarto Hadi

“Please accept our sincere condolences. From all pioneer supporters in the UK.”

—Chris Mehew

“My sympathies to the family of Pete Conrad upon his untimely death.

I remember well his verve and enthusiasm on his Apollo 12 flight, especially when at pitchover he saw for the first time they were right on target for landing next to the Surveyor crater and his infectious enjoyment of walking on the moon. If only all the Apollo moonwalks had been so engaging!

I was there at KSC to see him liftoff on his final flight, the first manned Skylab mission, but sadly, I missed it when it was postponed ten days after the launch accident damaged the OWS.

Mike Collins was right--Pete should have played Pete Conrad in a Pete Conrad movie! He will be missed.”

—Thomas J. Frieling

When I Was Young

“I remember when I was a pre-teen, loving the space program, following every news article about NASA and the astronauts. I remember putting to memory all of the astronauts names including Pete Conrad. Now, I feel a numbness at the passing of each of these pioneers. What can I say?!

Godspeed, Pete Conrad!”

—Gerald W. Mccollum

Wstf Thanks You

“Pete Conrad,

On behalf of NASA White Sands Test Facility, I would like to thank you for your tremendous contributions to space exploration. You can never be replaced. Thank you for being such a role model for young people to follow. God bless you and keep you.”

—Edward Whaling

Our Own Mortality

“Pete's death marks yet another milestone in the lives off all of us who grew up in the 50's and 60's. The thrill of watching the space program left such an impression upon an entire generation. His passing reminds us of a fantastic era, yet sharpens the focus on our own mortality.

Thank you Mr. Conrad, you helped make this world by adding to us all.”

—Bill Leal

With Sympathy

“I was once told that we should not mourn the passing of a life well-lived. If that is the case, we should not be sad, but celebrate the life of Pete Conrad. In that spirit, his family, friends and admirers are all in my prayers.”

—Jay Paul Gumm

A Friend

“ete Conrad was a good friend of my step father Dick Schroats. I will never forget Apollo 12, with Dick Gordon and Allan Bean. Pete knew New Mexico was the right place for those with the right stuff. May God bless him.”

—Jim Spiri

Pete And The "Fun Factor"

“I had the privelege of flying F9F Cougars with Pete in VF-43 during the mid 1950s. Not only was Pete one of the hottest pilots in the squadron, but he was also one of the most fun-loving. According to Pete, if you weren't having fun, you weren't doing it right. Pete's great sense of humor and his never ending antics were legendary among his peers. It is our good fortune that Tom Wolfe came along and recorded a few examples in "The Right Stuff."

One of Pete's favorite tricks was to get a "Gotcha!" on any unwary soul who happened to be around as Pete was suiting up for a flight. Many years later, Pete informed me that, although he may not have been the first man to walk on the moon, he was the first to 'moon' the backside of the moon. Knowing Pete and his irrepressible sense of humor, I have no reason to dispute his historic claim.

Let the annals of history record that one of Pete's greatest legacies was his ability to laugh and have fun while pushing the envelope to its limits.

God speed, Pete, and when you make that big rendezvous in the sky with our old shipmates, Hank Lake, Bill Wilson, Joe Stitt, Walt Smith, et al, be sure to give them a big ol' "Gotcha!"”

—George Powell Capt., Usn (Ret.)

“Action, results, graciousness, and good humor. You are the American HERO!! Our prayers and thoughts to you Nancy and all the Conrad family. Steve Thompson and family.”

—S.M. Thompson

Pete Remembered- Courage/Fun

“To the Conrad family,

In your time of sorrow, be consoled that space associates around the world have you in their thoughts and prayers.

Godbless Pete Conrad!”

—George Ray

Pioneer!

“To one of the most important pioneers of human adventure in Space I send my last farewell. Conrad was the right stuff!”

—Kostas Geroyiannis

Vale Pete Conrad

“Those of us who will grow old salute you. Thank you for being one of those to realize a wonderful dream.”

—Mike Avey

“Pete, I never met you but I felt I knew you through my friendship with your sisters Patty and Bobbie. You died doing what you loved doing and I know that your family is taking much comfort in that fact.”

—Constance English

A Heroic Space Traveler

“We met last month in Montgomery, Alabama, and you were interesting and a gentleman to chat with. You are a true aviation and space hero. God bless.”

—Robert Jaques Historian Msfc

Someone To Look Up At

“Pete, you were always someone I looked up to, growing up in the sixties and seventies and now I am able to pass down those memories to my son and have him realize that there are still true heroes who give meaning to the word extraordinary. Keep em flying, Pete.”

—Carl C. Lamers Jr.

So Long, Pete

“So long, Pete. I hope I can accomplish half as much as you did, and have half as much fun..”

—Robert S. Wright

Death Another Blackhole

“If death is a blackhole, please discover it.”

—Gbenu Mauton

Thanks!

“Your EVA to erect the Skylab Solar Array saved our collective butts...thanks again! When we see you on the other side, we'll bring plenty of Bullshit Repellant, in case you run out. Have a Ball!”

—Chuck Lewis Msfc Crew Systems

Thanks For Memories Amp; Contributions

“Pete, it was great working with you in the early 1960s on the F4H, watching you perform as an astronaut, and your contributions to the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation. GOD SPEED.

Our prayers are with the family.”

—Lgen. Tom Miller

You Went To The Moon...

“You and your crews made space real for all of us. Godspeed.”

—Perry Hubbard

Thanks For The Plug!

“Thanks Pete for playing my song "The Girl From Ipanema," and somehow making me a tiny part of Apollo 12. I owe you. We all owe you.”

—Norman Gimbel

Thanks For The Ride

“We'll miss your spirit. What a fantastic life you had. What a sense of humor. What a ride. What a shame you didn't go up one more time.

Now you can fly wherever you want. See you soon, Pete.”

—Tom Kokinda

Diolch Yn Fawr

“Rest in peace Americas greatest Astronaut. On behalf of the people of Wales.”

—Gareth Slee

Fair Winds, And Following Seas...

“You lifted up the spirits of a country mired in one of it's worst episodes ever. You inspired countless people to join the military and follow in your footsteps. Thanks for your service to this country and the world, rest in peace, brave son.”

—Dick Bondi

Thanks Pete

“I'm Dan Crane, Nancy's youngest son. I met Pete shortly after he and my mom met roughly eleven years ago. And I basically want to say what different people we all are since the two of them met were brought together, and what a difference Pete has made in all of our lives.

I never got a real chance to thank Pete for the happiness he brought my mother, and that seems the most important thing to me right now.

The things that the two of them taught each other, and how much each of them grew together are totally astounding, and have been a great lesson to me.

What stands out most of all the things I have heard said about Pete all weekend are his overwhelming energy, spirit, drive and most of all, his sense of humor. All these qualities are the same qualities I love in my mother, and this is why I know they were such a perfect match. They were unstoppable.

My mom would always say, “that guy does more in 10 minutes than most people do in their whole lives.” And I know that despite the sadness we are feeling today, that Pete and my mom had more good times together and learned more from each other in 10 minutes than most people do in all their lives.

Pete, thanks for showing my mom and all of us what a ride this life can be.”

—Dan Crane

Your Love Of Life And Exploration

“My deepest condolences to the Conrad family. Pete, you taught us what it takes to reach out and deep within. Your love of life and exploration will live with the world forever.”

—George Schellenger

Farewell, Pete

“Who could ever forget your humor, even in the face of tense moments? Who could forget your attitude towards the psychologists during your 1st shot at becoming an astronaut or that humming on the moon (Dum de dum dum dum...)? To all you contributed to NASA and all you gave to us, we thank you Pete, and will never forget. Good luck and Godspeed.”

—Gary Goldblatt

Thanks To Mr. Pete Conrad

“Mr. Pete Conrad,

I got to know you by reading Mr. Eric M. Jones' Apollo Lunar Surface Journal, as well as some astronauts' books. It seemed to me that the team you had formed with Mr. Dick Gordon and Mr. Alan Bean for the Apollo 12 mission turned out to be one with the most friendship, team work and integrated spirit. With a mixture of hard work, knowledge, leadership, dedication and humor, you managed to leave great memories in two completely different worlds. Mr. Pete Conrad, thank you.”

—Denis Lessard

Farewell Star Voyager

“As a young boy growing up in the UK I was spellbound by space-flight - particularly Gemini and Apollo. There are many memories, but the enduring memory, and the one that always sticks in my mind, is Apollo 12 and Pete Conrad's obvious joy of space-flight.”

—Alan Pengelly

You Helped To Show The Way

“You showed us the way with Apollo, I wish you GOD SPEED. With perserverence we will go back, to reconcile MANS NEED. Rest Well until next time. Out.”

—Graeme Pearcey

The Common Man Doing The Uncommon

“Pete Conrad embodied the spirit and enthusiasm of every American who ever wished to soar in the heavens. His humor, enthusiasm and vigor to explore the unknown was matched by his desire to take us all along for the ride. His opening words upon setting foot on the Moon are indicative of that point. His desire to provide the new launch platforms to share the wonder of space for new businesses and public kept that spirit going long after the space suit was hung up. He taught every person by his common example that they were capable of doing the uncommon everyday of their lives. He will remain an example to us all that vigor, humor, enthusiasm and boundless energy will always conquer the frontiers before us.”

—Rich Cooper

From The Space Heroes Heaven Save Our Little Earth

“Hello "Pete", From the Space Heaven try to save the Planet Earth for us and our children so we can continue to walk on the earth carefree. Rest in Peace.”

—Olivier Jungo