Kemball Ray Nitcher

Nigel Hathaway

#30

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

So, you've left the building, me old room mate. Very saddened; just heard the news from Marianne. We had many great laughs, many great times and many great vodka cocktails - not to mention the great music we'd listen to. both on AFN and our own stuff. We shall share a glass on the other side without a doubt. God Bless, me ol' mukka.

Nigel (Tom) Hathaway xx

Marianne Kaspar

#29

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

How very sad that Kem has passed! My condolences to family and friends, late but still heartfelt. I used to know him from the Gen Walker Hotel in Berchtesgaden too where I worked in the kitchen in my school holidays in the late 70s. I have never forgotten that time and he was right at the centre of it, bright, cheerful and loved. I learnt that there is a big wide world out there, the importance of rock 'n' roll and that limitations are often in our heads. What a guy! You'll live on in our hearts.

Susan Vadencourt

#28

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Dear Ray,
My sincere condolences to you, Kem's mother and family. I met you many years ago on a visit to New Orleans, where you and Kem were living at the time. I am sure you won't remember me as it was back in the mid/late 80's but I knew Kem for several years from our time together at the General Walker Hotel. He was one of those rare people that "to know him was to love him".....and he was certainly loved by all of us there!! Kem and I lost contact a few years after my trip to New Orleans but I have never forgotten him and only wish I had been able to exchange some of my many joyful memories I have had with him before he passed....but then there are so many that we'd have needed a few weeks for that!! It has been terrible to hear of his early departure from this life but he certainly knew how to live life to the full while he danced down here with us. He was, and still is, a beautiful soul that will never be forgotten. With deepest sympathy to all of Kems family.
Susan Vadencourt ( nee Ugolick)

Lynne Renoth (Thomson)

#27

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

So shocked to hear the sad news. Kem was a dear friend also from the General walker Hotel, we worked together for years and became good friends, we also kept contact after he returned to the states, and wondered this year where my penguin birthday card was.
my deepest sympathy to family

Jennifer Keane

#26

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I am very sad to hear of Kem's passing. I worked with Kem at the General Walker Hotel in Berchtesgaden in 1990-1991. He was one of the first people I met there and he made me feel very welcomed. I remember him as having a great sense of humor, excellent taste in music, and always a kind word. My thoughts are with his family.

Julie Pollack

#25

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Shocked and deeply saddened to hear Kem has left us. I haven't been able to stop thinking about him. Played music for him all weekend - loud the way he liked it:) He was a wonderful friend to everyone he met. He instantly made you feel at ease. He had a wonderful sense of style. I will always remember the times we spent together. My most sincere condolences to his family.

phil bradley

#24

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

So sad to hear the passing of a good work colleague. I worked and socailized with Kem in Berchtesgaden, Germany. He was a fun and loving person to be with always smiling and lit up the room with his " Jagger impressions ! Gone but not forgotten Kem R.I.P.

Ellen Cooper

#23

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I roomed next to Kem at the General Walker in 1980 in the basement rooms. He had boundless energy would work all day and play his music all night - he was always fun, always had a smile on his face no matter what. Never heard him say a cross word. Take care Kem and may the angels of heaven sing to you forever! God bless to the family.

Lesley Mckenzie

#22

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

What does one say on a sad occasion as this, everyone seems to have said it, I as many met Kem at the HGW, he could brighten a day with his smile and wry comments,I kept in contact with him when I left and we passed on photos letters Xmas cards, as it seems with a few others, I lost contact a couple of years ago. He will be the brightest star and will be keeping the rock rolling in Heaven, my sympathy's to his Parents, Kem was a legend and will always be a legend in so many peoples hearts.

Deb Davenport

#21

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

so very sorry to hear of your loss- I too am a former co-worker of Kem's, such a brilliant young man, his rendition of Mick Jagger will always stay clear in my mind and memory ! Always had a smile for everyone and never a cross word, quick with wit and humility, my prayers are with you and your family during this sad time..R.I.P. Kem....

Rainer Schmid

#20

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Dear Familiy of Kem,
A true shock run through my hart and my body after that message that Kem passed away.I couldn?t hold back my tears !
I used to work with Kem in Kitchen of the Gen Walker Hotel and I thank God for allowing me to meet such a special and wonderful person like Kem. After all these years he left tracks in life which only people understand who got to meet and know Kem. I am sorry, I miss the words to explain. Kem will always be in my hart and mind. My deepest compassion to all of you, God bless you and RIP, Kem Nitcher. Servus Kem, your Friend Rainer from Berchtesgaden

Barbara Herrler

#19

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

My deepest sympathy to Kem's family...we also worked and played together in Berchtesgaden. He was a warm, caring, funny and spontaneous person. So sorry he had to leave so soon. God bless you all!

Jacquie Cockrell

#18

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I am so deeply saddened and shocked to learn of Kem's passing. I knew Kem from The Hotel General Walker in Berchtesgaden, Germany. Kem was a close friend whom I love and miss so much. There were many occasions he would visit me when I moved to Virginia on his return trip from D.C., where he was spending time with his mother, Nedra. Kem never forgot my birthday or Christmas and would mail me letters and jokes. My sincere condolences to Ray and to Nedra, you are in my thoughts.
"Keep the Rock Rollin" Kem! I love you deeply, you will always be in my heart.

Ilona Horton

#17

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I also worked with Kem at the General Walker Hotel in Berchtesgaden in the early 80's. He was a wonderful person and truly loved by many who all have such very fond memories of him. My deepest sympathy to his family. Rest in peace Kem.

Jacque Cockrell

#16

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I am absolutely shocked to learn of Kem's passing. I knew Kem from working at the Hotel General Walker. When I moved to Virginia he would often stay over on his return trip from visiting his Mother, Nedra, in D.C. Kem never forgot my birthday or Christmas. He would mail me letters and funny jokes, or articles of historic interest. I love him dearly and miss him so much. My sincere condolences to you, Ray, and to Nedra . "Keep the Rock Rollin" Kem, you will always be in my heart.

Eleonore Burggraf

#15

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

^^RIP Kem^^ Greetings from Berchtesgaden and always Rock`n`Roll Ellen Building 220 Strub Kaserne AFRC General Walker Bavaria

Michael Sawyer

#14

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I worked with Kem at the General Walker Hotel in Berchtesgaden Germany in 1979. Of all the great folks that worked at the Walker over the years, Kem was perhaps the most loved of all. He was a wonderful human being and will be mourned by many around the globe as news spreads of his passing. My most sincere condolences to the family.

Trevor Watson

#13

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I just heard about Kem and am shocked and saddened, We were roommates and great friends in Berchtesgaden plus we stayed in contact over the years since our incredibly happy days in Germany.
I loved you Kem, you were an awesome guy, the great times we had. Just a huge blow to hear this news. I feel bad that we lost contact this past couple of years. Always your friend Trevor.

Lorna Carroll

#12

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

My sincere condolences to Kem's family. I was one of the many people that knew Kem in Berchtesgaden, Germany in the early 1980s. I will always remember him fondly as a lovely man, with a great sense of fun; no-one could be downcast in Kem's company. It was a shock to learn of his passing and he will be missed by friends past and present around the world.

Peter Eder-Buys

#11

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Kem was such a wonderful person and will be missed by so many. I have met and worked with him at the Hotel General Walker in Berchtesgaden. He has brightended our life there by being not only a coworker but a true friend. If i had to characterize Kem: he was bright, a warm smile and elegance.
It's hard to imagine how much you must miss him. My thoughts are with you. Peter (aka Yogi)

Eddie Hager

#10

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

To Kem's parents, I am very sorry to hear about the loss of Kem. I know him from the Hotel General Walker in Berchtesgaden. He was the best friend anyone could wish for. Everybody absolutely loved him. I created a Facebook group about the people who worked in this hotel and we have many photos of Kem in our group album.
My prayers will be with you,
with regards,
Eddie.

Lillian Jean Neal

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Ray, I am so sorry and sad to hear about your loss of your son. I go to Dr. Harrington at the Oncology center (Mondays) and you are so helpful and cheerful there - I really enjoy seeing you and your smile and your helpfulness. Jean Neal

Vicki Morgan

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I am so sad and sorry to hear about Kem's passing. We had a lot of fun during our 30th high school reunion and I had the chance to visit with Kem downtown occasionally. I'll always remember Kem and Jimmy Snapp adding the "pep" to Parkview's pep rallies and ball games. May God be with you both.

Carmen Steigman

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Ray, my heart and prayers are with you. You may not remember me, but I was a medical student in New Orleans around 1980 when you had a gift shop down there. I bought several beautiful things from you that I cherish to this day! I met Kemball a couple of times at your store. Funny thing, Ray--you came into my mind suddenly, vividly, in the middle of the night about three weeks ago. I woke up with a start and wondered if something was wrong. When I saw Kem's obituary, I knew it was not a coincidence. I'll be in touch later.

Kathy Gratzon

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Ray,

I was so sorry to hear this sad news. You are in my thoughts.

Kathy Gratzon

Carmen Steigman

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Ray, my heart and prayers are with you. You may not remember me, but I was a medical student in New Orleans around 1980 when you had a gift shop down there. I bought several beautiful things from you that I cherish to this day! I met Kemball a couple of times in your shop. Funny thing, Ray--after all these years, you came into my mind suddenly, vividly, in the middle of the night about three ago. It woke me up, and I was worried that something was wrong. When I saw Kem's obituary, I knew it was not a coincidence. I'll be in touch later.

Margot McCann

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

My prayers are with Kem's parents during this very difficult time. I was with a Marriott resident for many years and my 7 year son and had the pleasure of seeing Kem on a regular basis. He always had a smile and a sweet word for us both. Long after I stopped going to Little Rock Kem would send messages threw my friend that still lived there. It always brightened my day and put a smile on my face. Kem was a wonderful man and I was so sad to hear of his passing.
With Love,
Margot McCann

Steve Rakes

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Ray & Nedra, I am so sorry to hear about Kem. Kem was one of my best friends during high school. I had some good times together with Kem and you at your home. They are very good memories and I'm so thankful for the times we had together. Kem and I would get together occasionally after he came back to the States and it was like he had never left. I'll remember you in my prayers during this difficult time. God bless you both. Steve Rakes

J. T. Snapp

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Ray & Nedra....What a shock to learn about Kem's passing. He was one of my closest friends for many years. You both are in my thoughts and prayers...

Betty and Carl Glenn

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Ray, Carl and I want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time for you. I am the one who visited with you in the ICU waiting room recently when my husband,Carl, was in SICU. We are so sorry for your loss and will continue to keep you in our prayers.
Betty and Carl Glennppothook

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