Fred Conklin Obituary
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He was preceded in death by his first wife, Karen Conklin; parents, Fred and Haloise Conklin.
He is survived by his wife, Linda Conklin; children, Heather and Tom Sandberg, Clint Conklin; stepchildren, Emma Halstead, Michael Reed; grandchildren, Drew and Haley Sandberg, Austin and Nikoma Conklin, Ty and Hanna Conklin; sisters, Deanna Swoveland, Cleo Conklin.
Fred proudly served his country in the US Air Force from 1960 to 1964 in the Vietnam War. He retired as a fleet driver from Steelcase after 27 years.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 5, from 1 to 3 P.M. at VanderLaan Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held at VanderLaan Funeral Home on Monday, October 6, at 12:00 P.M.
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Thomas C Van Dyke
October 3, 2025
So sorry to hear about Fred's passing. Fred and I were classmates at Hudson High School, class of 1960. Fred was of the funniest kids in our class. The last time I saw him was at our 50th class reunion and we had a good talk.
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Max and Carol Brown
October 1, 2025
Our deep sympathies to all of Fred's family in losing him. May God's peace that passes all understanding sustain you with His peace, and may He comfort your hearts with His abiding presence.
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Max and Carol Brown
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