Edward-Conrad-Obituary

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Edward J. Conrad

Shenandoah, Pennsylvania

Apr 29, 1939 – Nov 19, 2020 (Age 81)

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BORN
April 29, 1939
DIED
November 19, 2020
AGE
81
LOCATION
Shenandoah, Pennsylvania

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Louis D. Truskowsky Funeral Home & Crematory Inc. - Mahanoy City Obituary

Edward J. Conrad, 81, of Shenandoah, passed away Thursday, November 19th, at Ridgeview Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center.

Edward was born in Mahanoy City on April 29, 1939, a son of the late Anna (Magach) and Peter Conrad.

He was a member of Divine Mercy Parish...

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I just read the article about his fossil hunting. Sorry that I missed having the chance to meet him. I bet he had some interesting finds and many interesting stories. Rest in peace, Mr. Conrad...

I will miss you, Conrad.

So sorry, Bonnie. He was an unforgettable man and a close long-distance friend. Dominick Merle. Montreal

I worked for a time with Ed Conrad at a local newspaper. I admired Ed for his kindness. He had many interests and often told amusing stories. I pray the Angels welcomed him to paradise. Farewell, Mr. Conrad. Rest well.

I have fond memories of the Conrad family in Parkwood, Chambly. Sorry to hear about your dad’s passing. He was always so approachable and talkative. may he RIP.

Hello Conrad Family. I would like to wish you my sincere condolences. After reading Ed's obit, you are losing quite a guy. What good memories you will have.

Edward Conrad was passionate in his own personal pursuit of the truth. He was courageous and fearless regardless of how others perceived him or how others reacted to his message which shocked and surprised him as much as anyone else. I found him to be inspirational in that regard. He was generous with his knowledge and shared it as a persistent presence on the internet and through other writings. He will always be remembered by those who have shared his interests and the search for...

To cousin Edward's family my deepest sympathy on hearing of Eddie's passing.

Very saddened to hear about Ed's passing. Knew him for decades as a friend and fellow journalist. I had the opportunity to interview Ed to write a feature story or two about his discovery of fossils. Also knew him through the antiques field. He was quite an accomplished man and I'm grateful to have known him.