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1939
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2020
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Edward Conrad Obituary
Edward J. Conrad, 81, of Shenandoah, passed away Thursday, Nov. 19, at Ridgeview Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Shenandoah Heights.
Edward was born April 29, 1939, in Mahanoy City, a son of the late Anna (Magach) and Peter Conrad.
He was a member of Divine Mercy Parish, Shenandoah.
Ed Graduated from MCHS and Stevens Trade School, Lancaster, with a major in journalism. He was an avid sports fan who began his career with the Record American. His profession led to coverage of the Philadelphia Eagles and Flyers for the Sunday Bulletin and Inquire. The family relocated to Canada, where he covered Canadiens Hockey, skiing, golf and the 1976 Olympics for the Montreal Gazette and was editor-in-chief of the French-owned Sunday Express. He met many sports celebrities during his career, including Muhammad Ali, Bobby Clark and Mike Schmidt to name a few. He published a book "Humor in Hockey" that included all the Broad Street Bullies.
After moving back to the coal regions, Ed worked for the Shenandoah Evening Herald and Hazleton Standard Speaker, where he wrote many human interest stories about the "old-timers" and extensively covered the Sheppton Mine Disaster in 1963. After retirement, he enjoyed climbing the mountains around Schuylkill County looking for fossils, spending time with his family, friends and his husky named Blue.
Edward is preceded in death by son, Barry.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Bonnie (Jakubowska) Conrad; sons, Edward M. and Robert, both of Shenandoah; two sisters, Patricia Donohoe, of Ocean City, N.J.; Mary Conrad, of Venice, Fla.; brother, Joseph, of Brookhaven; by two grandchildren, Robert and Bonni Conrad; one great-grandchild, Haili Conrad; nieces and nephews.
Services will be private at the convenience of the family. Louis D. Truskowsky Funeral Home & Crematory Inc., Mahanoy City, is in charge of arrangements. Visit www.truskowskyfuneralhome.com to sign the guest book and send sympathy cards.
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Jason Burkos
May 18, 2021
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...
Victoria Gennaro
January 23, 2021
I will miss you, Conrad.
Dominick Merle
January 22, 2021
So sorry, Bonnie. He was an unforgettable man and a close long-distance friend. Dominick Merle. Montreal
Victoria Gennaro
January 20, 2021
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.
Peter Owsiany
January 16, 2021
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.
Ann Karpovich, former branch mgr. of FNB
November 28, 2020
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.
Don Ritter
November 23, 2020
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 challenging the facts where ever they may lead! Condolences to the family.
Ralph Conrad
November 22, 2020
To cousin Edward's family my deepest sympathy on hearing of Eddie's passing.
Donald Serfass
November 22, 2020
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.
Brenda ORourke
November 21, 2020
Bonnie and Family, Im very sorry to hear of Ed's passing. Ed and my Dad William O'Brien were good friends actually the last time I saw Ed was at my Dad's funeral in which He gave a very touching eulogy. He leaves me with fond memories of their friendship. May Ed Rest In Peace. Bonnie I was only young and we lived on Chestnut St. in Shenandoah I have a picture of My Mom, my brother Christopher and myself all dressed up on the front porch...we were going to Your and Ed's wedding and I believe it was in Stones Hall in Shenandoah.
Carl Christopher
November 21, 2020
I was so sorry to hear of Ed's passing. We worked together for years and had lots of laughs. He was one of the people who made working at the Standard-Speaker fun. Ed was the kind of newspaperman you don't find anymore. I'm sorry we hadn't been in touch for a long time and offer my condolences to the family.
TRACI STROUSE
November 21, 2020
Bonnie, I am so sorry for you
Margaret Tomchick
November 21, 2020
Bonnie and family. So very sorry for your loss. Sending prayers and hugs!!margaret
LORRAINE CADDY
November 21, 2020
My condolences to his family. Eddie & I were classmates in MCHS and he was always a nice boy and enjoyed his time with friends and family. So sorry to hear of his passing. God Bless you all.
Amanda Christman
November 20, 2020
Sincerest condolences to your family. You were a great story teller.
KELLY JONES
November 20, 2020
Aunt Bonnie, Eddie , Robert, Bonnie and Halli--I was so sorry to hear about Uncle Eddie. I still remember sitting at our kitchen table in Brookhaven listening for him on the radio during one of his sportcasts, his fossils and great sense of humor. Thinking of you very much. Love, Kelly and family
martin vasil
November 20, 2020
Much Much Love and Respects for you Mr Conrad and my Family's deepest of Condolence to you Bonny, Ed and Robby - May he rest in peace with Barry and may Creation remove his sufferings and cover him and Barry with comfort and love - Be Strong Ed Barry and Bonny - Much Love for all of You -
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