Conrad John Falk, age 87, of Preston Township, Adams County, Wisconsin died Monday, July 16, 2012 at his residence with his wife and six children present after a short battle with cancer.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 21, 2012 at the Arkdale Trinity Lutheran Church in Arkdale, Wisconsin. Pastor Kelli Fisher will officiate. Interment will be at the Cottonville Cemetery, Preston Township, Wisconsin.
Visitation will be 9:30 a.m. until the time of service on Saturday at Arkdale Trinity Lutheran Church.
Conrad was born May 23, 1925 in Preston Township, Adams County, Wisconsin to Henry and Elizabeth (Riez) Falk.
He was welcomed by his four sisters and attended Cottonville Grade School. He married Dorothea E. Graham on July 19, 1947 in Arkdale Trinity Lutheran Church. Conrad worked for Consolidated Papers on the Petenwell and Castle Rock Dam Projects from 1947 to 1950. He worked for Preway in Wisconsin Rapids for eight years, ten years on the railroad, and retired from Schneider National of Green Bay after 20 years and 2 million miles without a speeding ticket.
Conrad enjoyed woodworking, playing the accordion, playing cards, bowling, playing softball with his family, reading his newspaper, collecting antique tractors, and attending all his children and grandchildren’s activities.
Memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society or Medical Research charity of your choice.
Conrad was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Elizabeth Falk; brother, Henry Falk; sister, Anne (Fredrick) Daletski; sister, Florence (Lawrence) Bonus; brother, Henry Fred Falk; sister, Lillian (Martin) Anklam;
sister, Elizabeth (William) Power; grandson, Jeremiah Falk; and daughter-in-law, Teresa (nee Massen) Falk.
Survivors:
Wife: Dorothea Falk of Friendship, Wisconsin
Daughter: Karen (Dennis) Sprowls of Earlville, Illinois
Son: Henry (Kayln) Falk of Bryan, Ohio
Son: Conrad (Mary) Falk Jr. of Berlin, Wisconsin
Daughter: Brenda (Robert) Volp of Murray, Kentucky
Son: Rick (Miriam) Falk of Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Son: Colin (Kaoru) Falk of Snoqualmie, Washington
Grandchildren: Patrick
Grandchild: Erin
Grandchild: Jason (Kyoko)
Grandchild: Amy
Grandchild: Travis
Grandchild: Rachelle
Grandchild: David (Michelle)
Grandchild: Scott
Grandchild: Sara
Grandchild: Michael
Grandchild: Anna
Grandchild: Alissa (Marco)
Grandchild: Dylan
Grandchild: Breanna
Grandchild: Chess
Grandchild: Andrew
Grandchild: Elizabeth
Grandchild: Susan
Grandchild: Justin
Grandchild: Chelsea
Step-Grandchild: Lori (Brian)
Step-Grandchild: Kim (Wes)
Step-Grandchild: Jill
Sister-in-law: Lucille Graham of Arkdale, Wisconsin
Sister-in-law: Phyllis Hazelwood of Sauk City, Wisconsin
Sister-in-law: Audrey (Dennis) Gorder of Necedah, Wisconsin
Sister-in-law: Mary Ann (Anthony) Kojis of Boise, Idaho
Great-Grandchildren: 19
Step-Great-Grandchildren: 9
God-child: Theresa Eidukas
God-child: Ginger Green
God-child: Pamela Gorder
God-child: Laurel Atkins
God-child: Whitney Gorder
Nieces and Nephews: 24
Dorothea and family so sorry for your loss, he suffers no more, he was a great man with a great heart he will be deeply missed
I’m very sorry to hear of Conrad’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
I am sorry for your loss.
My thoughts and prayers are with the Falk family. May your memories and the love and comfort of family and friends wrap their arms around you.
On behalf of my family, I wish to bestow my heartfelt condolences to the Falk family. Though I only recall meeting Mr. Falk but once, Rick has been dear friend of mine for nearly 30 years. His faith and character are a testament to his parents, and their legacy lives on through him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dorothea and Family. I am very sorry to hear of Conrad’s passing. You and your family have my sincere condolences. Conrad was a wonderful man and will be missed by many. I remember you both from the Arkdale Nutrion Site when I worked there. Wonderful folks to know. Conrad has joined our Lord in his beautiful Kingdom and will be watching his famiy from above now.
To the Falk Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of loss. May it be comforting for all the great memories and good times you have had, these will last forever. God Bless your family.
Sorry to hear of Mr.Falks passing,,I did roofing work for him a few years back.He was a good man.
To Conrad’s Family – our deepest condolences in your loss. What a wonderful tribute to your husband/father to be with him in his passing – and a blessing for you. God’s speed in your healing – His grace and your memories will aid you.
Brenda and Robert Quinnell
To the Falk Family,
I am so sorry for your loss.. May God comfort you now and always.. Remember the good times and keep each other close.
Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family.
Brenda and family,
We want to express our condolences to you and your family in the loss of your dad. I’m sorry we won’t be able to see you as we are on a road trip to Montana with our granddaughters. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Hi Brenda and all your family. We are so sorry to hear about your Dad. I would love to be there Saturday but it just will not work out this weekend. Your Dad was amazing…its been years since we have been a part of the family, but in the years we were, he put in some long days and never seemed to mind all the “extra kids, baking and stuff,” going on at your house. Lots of fond memories in the Falk house! You will be in our thoughts and prayers and hopefully we can connect soon.
As you hold each other close, share your memories. Conrad was very proud of each of you, his life proved that. May God family friends comfort you during this difficult time
To the Falk Family, May the comfort of friends & family be your strength now and in the days ahead. May the memories be your source of comfort,also, at this time.
Our sincere sympathy to Dorothea and all of the Falk family. We were glad to visit with him before he passed away. He was a good friend and neighbor and musician!! We have many good memories of our life as neighbors. From Fritz and Norma Riese
Conrad & family: I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. My mother(Verniece) told me about going out to see your mom & dad. I’m glad he isn’t suffering any longer. My prayers go out to you & yours.