Dear Richard and Hildegard and Family

Please accept Anita and my sincerest condolances at the passing of Inge, your wife, mother, and Oma. We know what this loss is one that cannot be filled. We will miss Inge greatly. Our getting to know you and Inge was a very gradual process beginning with the dinners and parties that Bryan and Helen McIver hosted. It may have been one of the Burn's suppers where we were all seated together at the 'German Table' that we began to converse and know a bit more about each other. Not being a physician I had only minimal contact with the physicians on the floor of the Endocrine Division and so had little professional contact with you. Our friendship really took off during the time that we went to St. Paul for the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra Concerts. Often Anita and I would drive you and Inge to St. Paul where we would meet the McIvers for dinner at many of the famous St. Paul restaurants that were near Symphony Hall--The Meridian for great European fare, Kincaids for steaks, Pazaluna for fantastic Italian fare, and Sakura, one of Inge's favorites, where we would indulge in Japanese Sushi. I know Richard that was not one of your favorites, but Inge was in seventh heaven. On the subject of food likes and dislikes and differences between you and Inge, she really relished hot and spicy dishes. Dinners were always preceded by the mandatory martini and the conversations that ensued were lively. The concerts were fabulous, but the trip up and back was always filled with delightful story telling and reminiscing. And Richard don't forget that it was though trips in our VW Passat that impressed you to the point of making the Passat your automobile of choice. Through you and Inge we also became acquainted with Istvan Kiss and the dinner round table that we formed, where we would get together every month with one of us cooking were always greatly anticipated. In the early days while Inge was still cooking we loved the warmth and pleasure of your hosting the party. And Richard we acknowledge your great forbearance of the spices at our dinners that so treated Inge's palate. Ah, and then there were the many dinners at Mango Thai or Prescotts with Dr. Garrity and the occasional attendance of Andre Tonoto. they were very special. We look forward to maintaining these traditions as we move forward from this moment. Our hearts and prayers are with you.

Norman Eberhardt and Anita Reichert

My deepest condolences to the Emslander family at this time of loss. 

Sophia Goettke

Dr.Inge am going to miss you dearly. You were such a wonderful and lets not forget strong woman. You challenged your self everyday with everything that was thrown at you.I admired your courage so much and your faith in God is just amazing.thank you for all the stories and great times..will miss you.God bless you. Love you .Till we meet again.Rest in peace.

We offer our condolences electronically as we will be unable to attend. 

John K and Sue Pearson for the entire Pearson family. 

Dear Richard and Hildegard,

We convey our deepest condolences on the passing of our dear Inge. Inge and Richard have been among our closest and dearest friends for many years, and our thoughts are with you and the family during these most difficult of times.

We pray that you are given the strength to get through this painful loss.  We will always treasure and cherish our memories of Inge. 

Love,

Sofjan and Kiauw

 It was my pleasure to have known your mother and your wife for the short time that I did!  

 Prayers are with you all. 

Lori Adams

 Sally and I were saddened to learn of the passing of our dear friend, Inge. Thankfully this sense of loss was lightened somewhat as we thought of the many wonderful experiences we shared with Richard and Inge. Inge was a mentor and a friend.  Her primary mode of teaching was by example, which also included some direct and helpful insights, especially around the challenges of living and the suffering we all face in life.  "We must carry on despite difficulties and challenges in life," was a regular theme that was always appreciated and has echoed throughout our lives. Richard and Inge were made for each other, and their love and respect for each other was evident in so many ways.  Our trips with Inge and Richard to Germany will always be remembered, as will the many dinners we shared with international patients and benefactors.  Pure class is hard to hide, and Inge radiated this through a calm and confident demeanor in all situations.  Etiquette was followed as we were thoughtfully placed at a large dinner table for maximum engagement and shared interests.  Perhaps we will most miss her keen powers of observation and a quick and contagious sense of humor. We send our condolences and love to you, Richard and Hildegard.  Sally and Jim 

I worked with Inge for several years at the Mental Health Center in Austin and valued her professional skills and friendship. She was a very special woman.

My sympathy to her family.

Tante Inge

You were my second mother growing up.  You were an amazing strong women, world traveler and very fine physician.  I have always considered myself part of your family.  You will be missed.  

Doreen

My sympathies Hildegard to you and your family.  It is a blessing to have our parents for a long time.

God bless and take care,

Cindy