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James Condra Obituary
He was born on August 25, 1921. He was a longtime member of the Portland Avenue Church of Christ where he worshiped faithfully every week. He was a member of the Operating Engineers Local 181 for 70 years where he was in great demand as the crane operator on big demo projects around Louisville and beyond until he was 81. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy during World War II.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Alonzo and Carrie Condra; and his brother, William Condra.
He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Helen (Milby) Condra; children, Fred T. Condra, Judy Vaughn, Peggy L. End, and Jim R. Condra (Connie); grandchildren, Tammy L. Olschewske (Guy), Joey End, and Tracy Condra; great-grandchildren, Andalyn and Travis Olschewske; and numerous friends.
Funeral service will be noon Monday at Owen Funeral Home, 5317 Dixie Highway, with burial in Louisville Memorial Gardens West. Visitation will be 1-8 p.m. Sunday and after 10 a.m. on Monday.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Portland Ave. Church of Christ or Portland Christian School. Condolences to owenfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Condra
Carrie Condra
June 7, 2024
It's sad,
You had more grand children than they shared on here. I guess they didn't think we mattered,but you did.
I'm glad you visited me in Indiana.
I wish we would have had more time.
Tracy Smith
October 22, 2012
Grandpa,
Thank-you so much for being the wonderful man that you were and continue to be,just now from heaven. Your love for us, the example you set by the life you lived continues to live stongly in us. I consider the richest of gifts I have been given is being you granddaughter. As you would say, and Tammy reminded me last week of this saying of your "You did good GP"
Carrie Condra
October 21, 2012
Would have liked to meet you before you passed. All we did was speak on the phone from time to time! For that I'm sorry because you were also my grandfather
Tammy Olschewske
October 18, 2012
Grandpa...I think about you so much and wish I could see you. Travis talks aobout all the good times he had with you and shares the stories you all talkked about. Just wanted to let you know you are still in our thoughts...I love you!
Peggy Condra End
June 17, 2012
Dad I'm missing you today and thinking of all the times we shared. I am thankful for your long life and that all the kids and grandkids got to know you. We all miss you but know where you are.
January 23, 2012
I just yesterday found out you had passed RED, I so much looked forward to hearing your voice on the phone each holdiay... You were MOM and DAD's very best friend for so many years.. They loved you and I do to.. You will be miss with you wonderful laugh and caring ways.... Farewell my friend.
Paulette/Steve Campbell
Tracy Condra
December 25, 2011
Gtandpa I miss you so very much. Christmas here is truly not the same. But I bet Christmas in heaven this year is a blast.
Peggy Condra End
December 24, 2011
Thinking of you at Christmas Dad.
tammy olschewskd
August 20, 2011
You done good Grandpa Red...
Linda Spencer
August 20, 2011
When I would be standing outside in my yard .. I would hear a BEEP BEEP and someone yelling .. MY NAME IS SMALLWOOD.. I would know that Jimmy was driving by. He could always make me smile ... he was well loved by all and we all received the love back .
alan willis
August 20, 2011
ican say it was a pleasure to call this man my friend.
August 19, 2011
Red was my favorite VA patient, and a wonderful friend of my father. He's got a place waiting for him in heaven. Rest in peace, Red, tell the angels to keep your toenails trimmed buddy! Love, April Powell Wright (Sellersburg, IN)
Claudia Sandrella Day
August 19, 2011
Uncle Jim, we've never had enough time together here, but we'll have an eternity to share in heaven. Your gift to make others smile was so special. Heaven becomes a little more precious each time someone we love enters. Looking forward to seeing you up there. I love you, Claudia
Tracy Condra
August 19, 2011
Our family was truly blessed by your love and the impact you left on all of our lives we will continue to be blessed by you until we are gathered together again one day!
Love you
Tracy Condra
August 19, 2011
Our family was truly blessed by you Grandpa and with the impact you left on all of us your love will continue to bless us until we all gathered together one day. Love you
Don & Cathy Biechner
August 19, 2011
Well done good and faithful servant.
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