Darrel Conrad
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Darrel Conrad, age 81, of Yankton, South Dakota, died Tuesday, January 10, 2012, at Avera Sacred Heart Hospital in Yankton.
Funeral services will be 10:30 AM on Saturday, January 14, 2012, at Calvary Baptist Church with Reverend Jon Cooke officiating. Burial will be in the Newcastle Cemetery in Newcastle, Nebraska. Visitation is Friday from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at the Wintz & Ray Funeral Home in Yankton with a prayer service and time of sharing at 7:00 PM. Visitation will resume one hour prior to the funeral at the church.
Pallbearers are Jason Miller, Jason McCarville, Joshua Conrad, Matthew Siebert, Roger Armstrong, Todd Gunnarson, and Brad Gunnarson. Honorary pallbearers are all of Darrel's other grandchildren.
Darrel Conrad was born October, 19, 1930, in Newcastle, Nebraska, to Jack and Clara (Lofgren) Conrad. He grew up on the farm in Newcastle and graduated from high school in 1948. After high school, Darrel enlisted in the United States Army serving his country during the Korean Conflict. He married Beverly Dickey on May 2, 1953, in Newcastle. Darrel farmed in the Newcastle area for 30 years until 1986, when he began working for Archer Petroleum as an area manager until retiring in 2001. After his retirement, he continued working part-time for the State of South Dakota and at Hy-Vee.
Darrel enjoyed old iron farm machinery, Model T's, and singing in the barbershop quartet. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church, the Yankton Old Iron Association, and past member of Gospel Chapel in Newcastle.
Darrel accepted the Lord as his Savior as a young child and was always driven to have a closer relationship with the Lord.
He is survived by his wife, Beverly of Yankton; four children: Doug (Kim) Conrad of Newcastle, Nebraska; Eric (Katty) Conrad of Grants Pass, Oregon; Garry (Charlotte) Conrad of Phoenix, Arizona; and Kristine (David) Thomas of Wasilla, Alaska; 18 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; two sisters: Jean Armstrong of Ponca, Nebraska and Andrea Conrad of South Sioux City, Nebraska; brother, Jack Conrad of Lincoln, Nebraska; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and infant son, Kenneth.
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Bev and family, We are so sorry to hear of Darrel's homegoing. And yet we sorrow not as others who have no hope! Still, a longing for Darrel abides in your heart. Our love and prayers to you and your family.
Love in Christ, Doug and Peg
Dear Beverly and family: Jim and I were so saddened to hear of Darrell's passing. Please know we are praying for your comfort and peace as Darrell begins his new life in the presence of the Lord.
Jim and Marilyn Lofflin
We were sad to hear of Darrell 's passing. We have worked with him out at the park for years. We will miss his warm smiles and friendly wave ,as we would pass him on his tractor ! Great man, and we always enjoyed visiting with him as well. Please know that ya'll are in our thought's and prayers, at this difficult time.
Dan and Dalene Aydelott Sulphur Springs ,Texas
Bev and family, we are so very, very sorry to hear about the loss of Darrell. Please know we are praying for all of you during this difficult time.
Denny and Kelly Basselman
Beverly & family, Jean, Andrea, Jack - We treasured the times we ran into Darrel in Yankton. He was always the bright spot in the day. Great smile. Wonderful sense of humor. We'll miss him. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Martin & VerLynn Kneifl
Beverly and Family, Eileen and I were sadded to hear of Darrel's homegoing, but know he his now in the presence of his Lord and Savior. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ron & Eileen Allen
It was a pleasure to work with Darrel at Lewis & Clark rec.He was a wonderful person who loved his job.
Dennis Hoss
We were very sad to hear of Darrels passing.He was always such a cheerful person and always seemed to have a smile on when he visited with you.Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family at this difficult time.
Darrel,Dale,Steve,Jim,Don at Cox Auto
I remember Darrel when I too worked at HyVee. He was a cheerful considerate person. He made a nice impression on the customers.
Evelyn Klein
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