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CONRAD, Maurice Denzel

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Maurice Denzel Conrad
October 20, 1937 – February 2, 2023

On the morning of February 2, 2023, Maurice (of Hondo, AB) passed away at the age of 85 years old at the Extendicare Unit in Athabasca, AB. His family was by his side.

Maurice was born on the farm to Denzel and Myrtle Conrad. He was the 4th eldest of 7 children. He went to school in Hondo before going to work at the mill in Chisholm. Later he went to work on the rigs in Fort St. John, BC. He married his wife June on December 24, 1957. They lived in Fort St. John until 1964 when they moved back to the family farm where they raised their 3 children. Maurice worked on the farm as well as various sawmills. He ended his career at Vanderwell in Mitsue.

Maurice leaves to mourn his wife June (of 65 years); children Shannon McDonald (Robin), Maxine Laughy (Linwood) and Kevin Conrad (Kathy). His grandchildren Darcy Flavelle (Ryan) - Elizabeth, Patrick, Christopher; Ben McDonald (Stephanie) - Moses, Reuben; Jason Laughy - Brandan, Johanna; Fred J. Laughy (Darice) - Ryland, Austin; Anthony Conrad (Meaghan); KC Conrad (Nikki) - Colt, Tuff; Justin Conrad (Liz) - Dominic, Brier.

Maurice was predeceased by his parents Denzel and Myrtle Conrad; and his sisters Marion, Doreen and Florence.

He is survived by his brothers Gordon, Edward (Ted) and Stanley.

A special thank you to D. Michael Burger and the staff at the Athabasca Extendicare for the special care you gave Maurice.

Maurice will be dearly missed by all his family and friends.

A graveside service will be held on May 27, 2023.

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