George Howard Conrad

March 14, 1926 - November 30, 2018

George Howard Conrad, 92, passed away peacefully November 30, 2018 at Otterbein Portage Valley. He was born March 14, 1926 in Stark County to Winfield and Golda Conrad. George was a graduate of Louisville High School and Heidelberg College, where he earned a degree in Music. He honorably served his country in the Army during WWII. George married Marie Baker on October 11, 1952 in Toledo who preceded him in death in February. A devoted husband and father, George utilized his music degree teaching in Olney Schools and the accounting practices learned in the Army at AP Parts and Questor. He owned and operated Conrad Accounting and Income Tax Service with his wife, Marie for many years. He was an active member of Home Acres/Pathway Community Church, serving as an Elder and Sunday school teacher. He continued his lifelong passion for music singing in weddings and numerous choirs, including the Toledo Chorale Society. George passed his love of music on to his children, Paul and Kay. He will be fondly remembered as a sweet and faithful man who generously shared his wisdom with many. George is survived by his children, Paul (Celia) Conrad; Kay (Patrick) McClure and her pride and joy, grandson, Brian McClure; brother, Merlin Conrad and multiple family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; step-mother, Edna Conrad and brother, Marvin Conrad The family would like to thank the caregivers at Otterbein Portage Valley and Southern Care Hospice. Friends are invited to visit after 11:00a.m. Monday December 3, 2018 at Ansberg-West Funeral Home, 3000 Sylvania Avenue where services will commence at 1:00p.m. with Pastors Linda and James Davison officiating. Private interment in Toledo Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to the Heidelberg University Department of Music in lieu of flowers.