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Henry Dietrich Gerhold

1931 - 2021

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Saturday, June 19, 2021

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2401 S. Atherton St.

State College, Pennsylvania, United States

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Randy & Wei Bartlett posted a condolence

Sunday, July 18, 2021

We know Henry's son, David, quite well. We are sorry to hear about his loss.

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Christopher Sacksteder posted a condolence

Thursday, June 10, 2021

He was the best mentor and advisor one could have as a graduate student. He always had time and patience, and a unrelenting energy to pursue perfection in his professional work and in those around him. The countless hours I spent with him picking through drafts of articles and my thesis served me very well for the rest of my career. He was great company on trips to conferences or to a nearby research plot to collect data on a pleasant day.

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Eric Gansauer posted a condolence

Wednesday, June 9, 2021

I am saddened to hear of Henry's passing and wish his family my sincerest condolence. Henry had a profound influence in my life and was one of many that have directed my professional pathway. I am privileged to have known him and he to know me. Rest in peace henry, you have earned it. Eric Gansauer

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Tammy Harkness posted a condolence

Wednesday, June 9, 2021

What a meaningful and long life your dad has led, Maureen, David & Heidi! I remember his quiet presence in your home on Sparks St when we were growing up and the awe I felt when I saw your first Christmas tree from his breeding program. Though we've had decades with our parents, its so hard to say goodbye when time comes. I know you will cherish the good memories and see the best of your dad in your kids' faces and the lives they lead. I look forward to many visits to the Gerhold Wildflower Trail at the Penn State Arboretum and will recall with great fondness, both of your parents each time I'm there.

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Yill Sung Park posted a condolence

Wednesday, June 9, 2021

It is with tears in my eyes, that I write this. I am forever grateful to Dr. Gerhold. He accepted me, a young Korean man, as his graduate student and guided me throughout my Masters and PhD programs at Penn State. It was he who granted me the American Dream and prepared me so well to enjoy my life as a scientist here in Canada. Thank you, Dr. Gerhold and goodbye. Time makes us leave this world but the happiness of our meeting lives in my heart always. My deepest condolences to Maureen, David, Heidi, and their families. He was so proud of all of you. May you find comfort in his spirit. Yill Sung Park

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Barb Irwin posted a condolence

Wednesday, June 9, 2021

So sorry for your loss, you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Dr Gerhold was a wonderful man that I worked with in Forestry. He will be greatly missed. Cherish your memories of him. Barb Irwin

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Cindy Adams lit a candle

Wednesday, June 9, 2021

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I will be forever grateful to Dr. Gerhold for all the advice he shared with me on taking care of the more than twenty trees that came with my current house. No doubt his easy smile and generous spirit added to his popularity as an educator as well. My deepest condolences to the entire family.

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Michelle McMullen posted a condolence

Tuesday, June 8, 2021

My mom, Nancy, worked for Dr. Gerhold in the late 1970s when he was the chair of the genetics program. She spoke very highly of him and enjoyed working with him. Our family sends our condolences and prayers for peace.

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