Merle Elvin Conrad Jr. Obituary
The passing of Merle Elvin Conrad Jr. of Rockford, Michigan occurred on October 5, 2026. Merle, born on June 26, 1943, is remembered by those who knew him. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Merle Conrad and Pauline Conrad (Canniff). He is survived by: his wife Shirley June Conrad; his children, Robert Allen Conrad (Michelle) and Kimberly Laux (Daniel); his grandchildren, Robert Conrad (Deanna), Steven Conrad (Ashley), Adam Conrad (Kylie), David Conrad (Hailey), Christian Smith (Shay), Joseph Conrad, Kayla Conrad, Ashley Laux, Michelle Stachowiak (Quentin) and Nicholas Laux; and his siblings, David Christensen (Kathy), Steve Christensen and Dawn Jakubowski (Don). He is also survived by sixteen great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Friday, October 9th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Pederson Funeral Home (127 N Monroe St, Rockford, MI 49341). A funeral service will be held on Friday, October 9th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
Memorial contributions are suggested to the Grand Rapids Home for Veterans, 2950 Monroe Avenue NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505.
