"Dear Karen and Tim, Glenna and Jack: Thinking of you and your family at this most difficult time. I did not know Ethan personally but I know he had to be a wonderful young man because I know his parents and his loving extended family. I wish I were better with words -- just know that all of you are in my thoughts."
In loving memory of
Ethan Conrad
December 11, 1993 - August 11, 2014
Ethan Conrad, 20, of Mt. Pleasant, IA, died Monday, August 11, 2014, at the University of Missouri Hospital in Columbia, MO. An open visitation will be held from 12-7 p.m., on Friday, August 15, 2014, at the Olson-Powell Memorial Chapel. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 16th at the First Presbyterian Church with Rev. Bill Warhover officiating. An informal Celebration of Life gathering will begin at 2:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established to the MPCSD High School Band and The Nature Conservancy an organization that shares Ethan's love of nature. On-line condolences may be directed to www.olsonpowell.com. Born December 11, 1993 in Mt. Pleasant, IA, Ethan Alexander was the son of Tim and Karen (Voyles) Conrad. He graduated from Mt. Pleasant Community High School in 2012. He was a student at Truman State University where he was a member of Pi Kappa Phi. Ethan had provided ResCare for Jared Smith, and he had interned with the Winegard Company in Burlington. He worked this summer for the IT department at Mt. Pleasant Community Schools. As a youth, Ethan participated in Cub Scouts, Little League and soccer. During Old Threshers, he participated in many activities including the Log Village. With a passion for music, he played trumpet, baritone and electric guitar. He would compose his own music and was a member of the MPCHS marching band, symphonic band, jazz band and participated in the annual Tuba Christmas. He was active in cross country and track. A lover of nature, he found joy in the outdoors. Survivors include his parents, Tim and Karen Conrad of Mt. Pleasant, IA; two sisters, Amelia Conrad of Atlanta, GA, and Ellie Conrad of Mt. Pleasant, IA; grandparents, Jack and Glenna Voyles of New London, IA and Nancy Conrad of New London, IA; and his girlfriend, Maddie Hurst, of St. Louis, MO. He is also survived by a large and loving extended family. His paternal grandfather, Ernest Conrad, preceded him in death; along with his beloved yellow lab, Robbie.
Tributes
"My heart grieves at hearing of your loss. Even from a distance and not knowing Ethan, one can tell you raised an amazing individual whose life touched people profoundly. May God continue to undergird you."
"It is so hard to lose someone so dear to us....it is never ever easy.....they say time heals all wounds.....time does lessen the pain...but the scar is always there to remind us of all the great memories we had with our loved one.....you are in my thoughts. Patty"
"Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time."
"To the Conrad Family, The little I know of Ethan, I still know that he was a very special young man. I know that he will be sorely missed by his fraternity brothers, and obviously by many others that watched him grow into the young man that you had so many reasons to be proud of. My heart is broken for the pain you are enduring. I was so glad to find out that Ethan knew the Lord and that you have the promise of seeing him, again. A Pi Kapp Mom"
"Dearest Glenna and family, I am so very sorry; you will be in my prayers. Ellen Tsagaris, Dino, and Mitchie"
"Our deepest sympathy for the tragic loss of Ethan. He was an amazing young man and will be missed by so many. We will continue to keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers."
"You are in our thoughts and prayers. Ethan was a wonderful young man."
"My thoughts are of your family. You have my deepest sympathy!"
"This was a beautiful obituary. At a young age he was an amazing person. This is a tribute to his parents. Many thoughts and prayers are with you. Denise"
"Karen, Tim and girls. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all during this difficult time. God had a plan and took a wonderful angel from us to help him with that plan. Cherish the wonderful memories of Ethan, look to the stars and know that he is shining down on you with love. Please know that we are here for you and if you need anything that we can do let us know. With love, Juanita, Melanie, Ryan, Kelsi and Payton Phipps"
"SO very very sorry for your family's tragic loss,my heart is breaking for you all.....sending along many prayers for comfort.......... Love & Light"
"All of you are in our hearts,thoughts, and prayers. Bev (Anderson), Craig, Bryce, and Abby"
"We love you all soooo much & our hearts break for each of you, as we share in your grief. Ethan was such an awesome kid & I know y'all were (rightfully so) proud of the young man that he had become! I am so thankful that he knew the Lord, so we will see him again someday! ALL of you are in our constant prayers! I ask God to wrap His loving arms of peace that passes all understanding around each of you! See you soon. Love you bunches!! Aunt Donna & family"
"Dear Tim and Karen: So sorry to hear of your loss.Sending loving thoughts and prayers...... Sherry Derksen Nicklaus"
"I was sadden to hear about the death of Ethan I remember the times at Log Village and the good times that were had I will pray for you all as you deal with the loss of Ethan. Love you all"
"Karen, Tim and family. We are so sorry for your loss. I cannot imagine the pain you are experiencing. If there is anything at all we can do please do not hesitate to call. God grant you his peace that surpasses understanding and be with you always. All our love, Kelly, Carmen, Glenda, and Jordan Miyoshijl5ph"
"I so enjoyed working with Ethan at the Log Village. He was such a bright and curious person and a wonderful conversationalist. He was wise beyond his years and I appreciate his love of nature. I wish I had words to express my sorrow for your beautiful family."
"We were so saddened to hear of Ethan's death. We cannot fathom the pain that you are in. We send prayers for your family at this very difficult time. With Love~ Mike, Tammy, Paige, Olivia & Lily"