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Joshua Conrad Obituary
He was born Feb. 19, 1981, in Brookville, son of Karen (Secrest) and Larry Conrad.
On Aug. 9, 2003, he married his high school sweetheart, Emily Dean. They shared 21 years of marriage and three amazing boys.
Josh was a proud graduate of the Punxsutawney Area High School Class of 1999. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in History from Loyola University in New Orleans and a Master of Arts in Teaching from the University of Pittsburgh.
In 2004, he returned home to begin his 20-year teaching career with the Punxsutawney Area School District. He taught social studies at the high school. Through the years, Josh was the boys golf coach, Mock Trial and National Honor Society advisor, and assisted with union contract negotiations. He was a strong supporter of our public schools and understood the value of a solid education.
Josh enjoyed coaching little league baseball, fly fishing, golfing and tending a garden. He loved to travel and run his dog, Luna, on the family farm.
Above all, Josh was a devoted husband, father and loyal friend to many. His wife and three boys, Owen James, Miles Thomas, and Henry "Boo" Max, were his reason for living. Josh battled metastatic colorectal cancer for four and a half years. A true fighter, he never backed down. He endured countless surgeries, chemotherapy and radiation. Through it all, he continued to work and support the family that he loved.
Along with his wife and three boys at home, Josh is survived by his parents, sister Michele Ojo-Ade and husband Adedokun "Ade" Ojo-Ade of Silver Spring Maryland, and their children Remi and Zeke; mother-in-law Marty Burleigh of Punxsutawney; brother-in-law Jeff Dean and significant other Haley Thomas of Greensburg; and many extended family members.
Josh was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, James and Helen Conrad; maternal grandparents Miriam and Madison Secrest; and father-in-law Tom Burleigh.
At Josh's request, there will be no viewing or funeral service. Instead, a celebration of life will be held by his family at a later date.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Deeley Funeral Home, Punxsutawney. Online condolences may be made at www.deeleyfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joshua Conrad
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Patty and Phil Cunningham
May 21, 2025
Karen and Larry,
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. May God comfort you all.
Debra Hinds Larson
May 13, 2025
Karen,so sorry for the loss of your son,my condolences to the Family and Friends..
Sherry McManigle Young
May 12, 2025
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Alene Joiner
May 12, 2025
Karen and Larry , I am so very sorry for your loss, my heart aches for you and the family May God bless and comfort you and bring you peace. My prayers and with you all Much Love Alene
Harry&Camille Reitz
May 12, 2025
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Larry Karen and Family we are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Sheridan Bouch
May 11, 2025
He was a great teacher I'm sending prayers for his family.
Miranda Snyder
May 11, 2025
One of the best teachers Punxsy had. I’m so sad to hear of this and sending the family and friends sympathy and love. He came into my work often and I didn’t even know he was sick. He always had a big smile on his face and didn’t show any signs of being unwell. It breaks my heart to hear that he is gone and he will be dearly missed!
Shelly Lerch
May 10, 2025
Though I never had the pleasure of meeting Josh, it appears he was an INCREDIBLE man, loved and respected by many. I was friends with his mother Karen, at Sunday school & church, and the same high school class. My sincere sympathy to his family. Deepest condolences, Shelly Sloniger / Lerch
Chuck Costanzo
May 10, 2025
Dear Karen and Larry, I was deeply saddened to read the obituary for your son. I offer my deepest condolences to you and your family. Chuck Costanzo
Karl Huber
May 10, 2025
So very sorry to hear about his passing. Wishing peace and comfort for all.
Desarae Miller
May 10, 2025
Thank you so much for being the best teacher anyone could hope for! You will be missed by many kids that you helped for the many years you were our teacher.
Judy Conti
May 10, 2025
Everyone should be so lucky as to have a friend like Josh in their life. He was someone who always brought a smile, a funny story, an amusing take on a situation and often some delicious corn or honey or hamburgers from the farm. To learn life lessons from someone so young was a bonus. He was the real deal!
Cooper
May 10, 2025
One of my favorite teachers from PAHS, I’ll never forget you telling us your opinions about the world, the advice you gave us, and how you told us to always use the fifth amendment. Thank you for bringing me happiness and for being a great overall teacher. Rest easy and fly high Mr. Conrad. I will miss you.
Tina Szakelyhidi
May 10, 2025
I’m so deeply sorry for your loss, my daughters both had him in high school, this is such sad news, many prayers to his family
RaeAnne Bennett
May 10, 2025
Mr. Conrad had such a profound impact on my life. What an incredible teacher and human he was. Praying for comfort for his family and everyone who loved him.
Elizabeth Means
May 10, 2025
Oh Karen, my heart is broken for you. I remember that he was a quiet, polite boy and it sounds as if he grew up to be a wonderful man. My most sincere sympathy to you and your family. There just are not the right words at this time. I’m so very sorry for your loss.
Ashley Mercer kern
May 9, 2025
Was one of my favorite teachers in high school an we shared the same birthday he will be greatly missed by many many he rest in peace
Mike McMahan
May 9, 2025
So very sorry for your loss. I worked with Josh for the last twenty years. Praying you and your family. I will miss seeing Josh around the school.
Ryan Travis
May 9, 2025
I had Mr. Conrad as a teacher and he was one of my absolute favorites, a joy to be around and a wonderful person. My condolences to his family and may he rest in peace.
Susan Wolfe
May 9, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Josh when I substituted and tutored after my retirement. He was a reliable colleague, and the students respected him. I am sending prayers for your peace, and I hope that your memories of Josh will bring you comfort.
Jonna Irvin
May 9, 2025
A coworker at the high school. Josh was a great guy, well liked by coworkers and students. He will leave a void in the faculty. So sorry to hear his fight is over. Bless you all.
Bryce Bergreen
May 9, 2025
Mr. Conrad was one of the greatest teachers I’ve had. Such a kind guy who had a great sense of humor. He would never fail to make me laugh, and we have had some great conversations that never ended without me learning something new, Rest in peace.
Dawn Fulton
May 9, 2025
Emily I am so sorry for your loss. You and the boys are in my thoughts and prayers. Let me know if you need anything
Dawn & Dave Guth
May 9, 2025
Rest in Peace, Josh. Our deepest sympathy from family here in New Jersey to all of you
Patricia Lambert Matthews
May 9, 2025
Dearest Emily, Son's, Marty, and Josh's Family. My heart is "crushed" for All of Your Families. I just read Josh's obituary. What a Life Well Lived!!! You were all " Very Fortunate" to have shared your life with him. I know this is a painful time for "All" of you. I wish there was a way I could take it from each of you for "Comfort"! May God send Angels to wrap their arms around each of you & collect all of your tears to water the beautiful garden of Josh's plants that he so tenderly cared for...I love you All. My prayers are with you. God Bless..
Stacey Behrendt
May 9, 2025
Mr. Conrad was an amazing teacher! My younger brother and I both had him as our history teacher and when our mom passed away, he sent flowers and it really meant a lot to us. I saw him several times down at the ball fields as well. Deepest sympathy for his family and friends. He will be missed!
Colby Thompson
May 9, 2025
He was an absolutely amazing teacher and amazing man. He had always strived for students to do better and to help those who asked for it. He will surely be missed by me and many others. All condolences to the family.
Dean, Angela, Owen, Porter, Riley Wood
May 9, 2025
We are very sorry for your loss. Thought and prayers for your family. Our boys always enjoyed him as a teacher.
Alex Shumaker
May 9, 2025
One of my absolute favorite teachers and one of the best people. My favorite part of the day was being in your class and just BS’ing about music and the world and even just being in your presence, I cherished every second. You had the best ultimate sense of humor and always knew how to put a smile on everybody’s face. We need more teachers and mentors like you in this world! Thank you for everything Mr. Conrad, I will never forget you and our chats, and the impact you left on me. You will be missed dearly. ❤
Peg Repine
May 9, 2025
I am so so very sorry. My sympathies.
Natalie Elliott
May 9, 2025
Mr. Conrad was a great teacher and a great man. He never failed to make me smile, teach me something new, or make sure I was doing what I needed for a great future. May he rest in peace and never be forgotten.
Bret Huber
May 9, 2025
You were always kind even to troublemakers like me when I was in school thank you for being a kind caring and compassionate soul for not just us students but everyone in your life that had the honor of meeting you
Lisa Seger
May 9, 2025
Karen and Emily, I'm so very sorry to read about Josh's passing. He was always so pleasant when seen walking our hallway at the hospital. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. ♥
Neil Conti
May 9, 2025
I’m proud to have called you my friend, and I cherish all the times we spent together. Your love for Emily is always an example for us all, and your love for Owen, Miles and Boo is also. Thank you for sharing your time with us.
Mindy McClenahan (Cressley)
May 9, 2025
Although we haven't spoken since high school, as one of Josh's classmates since Kindergarten, I'm heartbroken to hear of his passing. My heart goes out to Emily and their boys. I'll be thinking of you and your family often.
Abbie & Joe Pride
May 9, 2025
We are so very sorry for your loss.
Natasha Siverling
May 9, 2025
May your memories live forever in your family and students you have tought. You was a great human and teacher. Forever remembered!
Robb, Brooke, & Alex Shumaker
May 9, 2025
Emily and family, please know we are thinking of you all. Josh was a wonderful guy and left such a positive impact on so many of his students. We are all so saddened to hear of his passing. Alex thought the world of him as we did.
Brad Constantino
May 9, 2025
It was a true honor to not only work with you but also to call you a friend. This is not good bye but see you soon.
Wanda Painter
May 9, 2025
RIP....knew your grandparents very well.....Prayers for the family
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