He was born on July 30, 1952, in Salem, a son of the late, Sam and Mary Conrad.

Gary was a dedicated son, husband, father and grandfather whose impact on his family and community will be felt for generations.

A proud graduate of Western Reserve High School, Gary embarked on a lifelong career as a bus mechanic, a profession he cherished and continued after his father retired. His love for classic cars was matched only by his enthusiasm for the Cleveland Browns, which brought him joy and camaraderie with friends and family alike.

In addition to family gatherings, Gary enjoyed the thrill of visiting the casino and the challenge of crossword puzzles — activities that kept his spirit lively and engaged.

Gary deeply cherished his wife, Nancy Williams Conrad, whom he married May 27, 1989; his three children, Shelly Conrad Clawson of Struthers, Ron (Jen) Fantone of Canton and Jason (Karey) Fantone of Canfield; his six grandchildren, Vince (Autumn), whom he helped raise for over 10 years, who he thought more as a son then a grandson and taught him to be the man he is today, as well as Alexis, Dominic, Bella, Bradley and Khloe; and a sister, Carol (Daryl) Brobst.

He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Jennifer Fantone.

Per Gary’s wishes, there will be no services.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to be made to Angels for Animals, 475o OH-165, Canfield, Ohio 444o6, https://www.angelsforanimals.org.

Professional arrangements were handled by Higgins-Reardon Funeral Homes, Austintown Chapel.

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Gary L. Conrad 1952-2025

YOUNGSTOWN — Gary L. Conrad, 72, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2025.

Born July 30, 1952, in Salem, Gary is the son of the late Sam and Mary Conrad.

Gary was a dedicated son, husband, father and grandfather whose impact on his family and community will be felt for generations.

A proud graduate of Western Reserve High School, Gary embarked on a lifelong career as a bus mechanic, a profession he cherished and continued after his father retired. His love for classic cars was matched only by his enthusiasm for the Cleveland Browns, which brought him joy and camaraderie with friends and family alike.

In addition to family gatherings, Gary enjoyed the thrill of visiting the casino and the challenge of crossword puzzles, activities that kept his spirit lively and engaged.

Gary deeply cherished his wife, Nancy Williams Conrad, whom he married May 27, 1989; his three children, Shelly Conrad Clawson of Struthers, Ron (Jen) Fantone of Canton and Jason (Karey) Fantone of Canfield; his six grandchildren, Vince (Autumn), whom he helped raise for over 10 years, and thought more as a son than a grandson and taught him to be the man he is today, as well as Alexis, Dominic, Bella, Bradley and Khloe.

He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Jennifer Fantone.

Per Gary’s wishes, there will be no services.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to be made to Angels for Animals, 4750 OH-165, Canfield, OH 44406, www.angelsforanimals.org/.

Professional arrangements were handled by Higgins-Reardon Funeral Homes, Austintown Chapel.

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