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Dr. Robert Freund posted a condolence
Friday, May 3, 2019
I was deeply saddened by Emil's passing, but then I thought of all the great times and laughs we had at the shop. He was a master at his craft. He helped restore two of my cars- without his help they wouldn't have been finished. I will always remember that cigarette dangling out of the corner of his mouth with the ashes falling into the carburetor, as he worked on your car. Underneath that crusty tough outside was a kind and gentle man. He always spoke about Tommy and how proud he was of him. Emil was the knid of person you come across once in a lifetime. He will be greatly missed by all his friends and colleagues.
Dr. Rick Freund
Oakland, NJ
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Dan and Annette lit a candle
Wednesday, February 6, 2019
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We love you and wish we knew before today. Emil you are family and we will miss you so very much. You were such a friend for 49 plus years. Big hug to you. Danny and Annette
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Dan and Annette Hartmann lit a candle
Wednesday, February 6, 2019
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We are so sorry we didn’t know and only found out today. We would have been there for you. We love you so very much Emil and will miss you so much. Danny and Annette
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Gary Richard lit a candle
Thursday, January 24, 2019
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Ed Postolowski posted a condolence
Thursday, January 24, 2019
Tommy and family,
I am saddened to hear of Emil's passing. I miss those times of dropping off my car, and sitting on the coach sharing stories with Emil. He made me feel like I was family and took the time talk and catch up. I appreciate that and will miss him. Rest in Peace Emil.
Best regards,
Ed Postolowski
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Jim Fink posted a condolence
Monday, January 21, 2019
As longtime customers of Emil’s Garage, my wife and I were very saddened to learn of EMIL Ekroth’s passing. EMIL and his crew have taken care of our family’s vehicles for the past quarter century. We thought of him like family. Underneath that curmudgeonly exterior lived a heart of gold. Nothing seemed to make EMIL happier than when we shared news of our family and our family Christmas card with him. Our deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers to Tom, Jim his family and the crew.
With much sadness,
Jim and Irene Fink
Midland Park
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Lou avolio posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 16, 2019
Very sorry to hear this I remember Emil racing at Island Dragway long long time ago was always great to see him there and also at NHRA points races with Tom he will be missed ....
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Russell Ganz posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 15, 2019
To the Ekroth family, Deepest Sympathy , on the passing of our Great friend.
Rest Well Emil.
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Lorna lit a candle
Tuesday, January 15, 2019
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He was really a great guy. Once he would not let me drive my car because my tires were so bad. He will be missed. So sorry for this loss, my prayers are with you and for you.
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JIMMY. ROGULA posted a condolence
Monday, January 14, 2019
GOD BLESS EKROTH FAMILY. EMIL WAS . ONE OFF THE LAST MEN
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Jean Ann Zetterberg lit a candle
Monday, January 14, 2019
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Emil always was a joy to see and always happy to see you. Thinking of you all and sending you love in this time of sadness.
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Robert Vroeginday posted a condolence
Monday, January 14, 2019
Prayers go out to the Ekroth Family. Rest in Peace Emil.
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Ken Stasion posted a condolence
Monday, January 14, 2019
You are great friend. Thank you for everything. You will always be in my heart. Forever your friend, Ken Stasion
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Amy Weed posted a condolence
Monday, January 14, 2019
I haven’t stopped crying since Mom called me twenty minutes ago. I’m going to miss his good natured, grumpy teasing. I wish I’d gotten to say goodbye.
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Barbara Giliberto posted a condolence
Monday, January 14, 2019
Blessings to Emil's family...
Emil and Tom were always a tremendous help to my daughter and I when we had our car troubles...
OR wanted to chat...
He was THE BEST!!!
Emil was the kindest man ever!!!
May the memories of Emil be TREASURES for his loved ones to hold FOREVER....
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Mike & Pam Miskovsky posted a condolence
Monday, January 14, 2019
Emil, you are GREATLY missed already! 30 years ago we entered into the racing world and you said “I have help these a$$holes out, they are going to hurt themselves :) ”. From that day on you were definitely our mentor. You took us from knowing nothing to where we are today in Comp Eliminator. To say you were a one of a kind is definitely an understatement for us. You were so much more including being our second father. We didn’t call you Father Emil for nothing!! You will always be in our hearts!! Tommy and Teresa, you’re in our thoughts and prayers! Godspeed Emil
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Rich Concato posted a condolence
Monday, January 14, 2019
To Tommy and the entire Ekroth family. While I cannot attend today your family is in my family's prayers. Emil was one of a kind and one of the good guys. He will be missed by the entire racing community. Tommy I hope you continue to race as I am sure he would like that. RIP Emil.
Rich Concato
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Bruce albert posted a condolence
Sunday, January 13, 2019
Tommy, Terisa, I was shocked and sorry to read this, to me Emil went from the mechanic on Pascack Rd. who gave me rides home when I put my thumb out to being the only mechanic I trusted with my wheels.
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Matt Overton posted a condolence
Sunday, January 13, 2019
My condolences to Tommy, Terrisa, Trish, and Chris. Emil was a great man with a wicked sense of humor. He will truelly be missed. My love goes out to all of you. May he rest in peace.
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chris younes posted a condolence
Sunday, January 13, 2019
I have met a lot of people in my life. NO ONE like Emil. He was the most caring and nicest person. Always had a smile and was willing to help anyone.He was like my second father. I wish I knew him longer than just 18 years or so. My condolences to Tommy and Teresa and the extended family. I will miss that man like crazy.
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Brian Gough lit a candle
Sunday, January 13, 2019
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My heartfelt condolences to Emil's family. I remember the fun times at the garage and dragstrip with Emil, Tom and all the characters in the racing "family". RIP
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Karie Thoma posted a condolence
Saturday, January 12, 2019
My deepest sympathies to the family. I have fond childhood memories of Emil and the "garage". May he rest in peace.
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Margaret Schoch (Heesen) posted a condolence
Saturday, January 12, 2019
My sincere condolences to the loved ones of Emil Ekroth. I had the pleasure of meeting him several times at Schoch family gatherings. He was always soft-spoken and a real gentleman. Emil was a Godsend to the Schoch family since 1972 when my Dad, Joe Schoch met him on route to the IBM Hdqtrs. in Franklin Lakes, NJ. With six sons I believe Dad knew this would be a long standing friendship, and more of my brothers cars passed through Emil's garage than one could ever imagine. I'm sure they all learned a lot from him.
Please know he will be missed, but always thought of with great love, gratitude and respect. God bless you all and may Emil rest in Peace.
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Lisa Karpowich posted a condolence
Saturday, January 12, 2019
We are so sad to hear of Emil’s passing. My husband has known him since he was a teen. Rest In Peace, Emil!
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TIM & ROBIN MCCAFFREY lit a candle
Saturday, January 12, 2019
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Rest in peace, Emil. You were a true friend and great person. You will be truly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing you. Our thoughts and prayers is with Tommy and the rest of the family. Love ya.
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Lisa Karpowich lit a candle
Saturday, January 12, 2019
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We are so sad to hear about Emil’s passing! We’ve known him for years. My husband grew up in Mahwah and has known Emil since he was a teen. Rest In Peace, Emil! We will miss you!
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Bruce and Sharon Riley posted a condolence
Saturday, January 12, 2019
Met Emil at Lebanon Valley Raceway.. One of the finest men we have had the pleasure of meeting...May he rest in peace among the angels...
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Michele Costa posted a condolence
Saturday, January 12, 2019
.One of the first people I met when I started racing was Emil and he was kind, funny and always helpful....thank you for that Emil...you will be missed. Rest in Peace.
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Don Eckel posted a condolence
Friday, January 11, 2019
Rest easy Emil. I will never forget your support and kind words of encouragement during our fledgling years in NHRA Comp.
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Frank Aragona Jr posted a condolence
Friday, January 11, 2019
God speed Emil. A great person and a great racer. You will be truly missed by the Aragona family. Our deepest sympathy is with Tommy and the rest of your family. RIP
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Steve Friscia lit a candle
Friday, January 11, 2019
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Friday, January 11, 2019
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