Charles "Chuck" Conrad

The family of Chuck Conrad would like to let you know that his work here is done. He received a call, an offer he couldn't refuse. An offer that comes with a huge sign on bonus in heaven, a reunion with family he has not seen in a long time. His new mission will take him to a place where he can still enjoy detailing cars, gardening, woodworking, building models, and watching the Minnesota Vikings. We want him to know he did a great job and wish him a safe journey. We will remember his smile, sense of humor, wit, pride in his church, and commitment to family. Charles Oliver Conrad, 90, of Fort Dodge was called home, January 13, 2023. Memorial services will be held 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 18, 2023 at Christ Lutheran Church with a visitation one hour prior until time of services at the church. Laufersweiler-Sievers Funeral Home is serving the family. Chuck was born August 15, 1932, in St. Paul, Minnesota, to Kenneth and Mary Conrad. He attended schools in St Paul, Minnesota; Mound, Minnesota; and later graduated high school in Fargo, North Dakota in 1951. During his senior year he met the love of his life, Betty Bratland, and they married August 26, 1953, in Fargo, North Dakota. They welcomed 4 children, Steven, Sharon, Michael, and Kevin. Chuck worked for InterSystems for 34 years, taking him from Minnesota, to Illinois, to Iowa. After retiring in 2000, he worked as a grounds keeper at the Fort Dodge Country Club. He enjoyed helping his church and watching his family grow. Chuck is deeply missed by his wife Betty, children Steve (Nancy) Conrad, Sharon (Doug) Harp, Mike (Kim) Conrad, and Kevin (Kelly) Conrad, all of Fort Dodge. His grandchildren, Erika, Monica, Nathan, Rachel, Kristin, Drew, Mackenzie, Gunnar, Abby, and Ali. His great grandchildren, Alexia, Marissa, Clint, Jake, Tate, Beau, Neela, Naomi, Brooks, Manford, Elliott, Owen, Kaylee, James, Harmony, Taylin, Camden, Bentley, and Valerie. Along with several nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews. Also, his sister-in-law Helene Conrad. He was proceeded in death by his mother, Mary, baby sister, his father Kenneth Sr., step mother Virginia, and brother Kenneth Jr. He will be greatly missed by all his family. His legacy will live on through all those he taught and loved. Well done sir. Memorials may be left to the Christ Lutheran Church Building Fund. Funeral Wed, Jan 18, 2023 at 11:00 am Christ Lutheran Church 2220 10th Ave North Fort Dodge, IA 50501