Funeral services for Aris “Al” Loranze Conrad, 90, of Marlow, Oklahoma, will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, June 19, 2026, at Mallory-Martin Funeral Home Chapel in Spiro, Oklahoma. Burial will follow at Macedonia Cemetery in Pocola, Oklahoma, under the direction of Mallory-Martin Funeral Home of Spiro, Oklahoma.

Aris “Al” Loranze Conrad was born on February 5, 1936, in Spiro, Oklahoma, to Syble Arizona (Burrow) Conrad and Theodore Gerald Conrad. He passed away on June 13, 2026, in Duncan, Oklahoma.

Al married Bellinda (Laneer) Conrad on July 15, 2020, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wives, Norma Lee (Gregory) Conrad and Elsie Conrad; and his sister, Jerry Colbert.

A proud patriot, Al faithfully served his country in the United States Air Force and retired after a distinguished military career. Following his service, he worked for Halliburton before retiring. He was a 32nd Degree Mason and an active member of the Order of the Eastern Star, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), and AMVETS.

Al was known for his strong work ethic, generous spirit, and willingness to help others whenever they were in need. Gardening was one of his greatest passions, and family and friends often heard him say, “Don’t let the okra die.” He was a talented carpenter who enjoyed tinkering, repairing things, and finding solutions to almost any problem. A lover of classic automobiles, he proudly owned two Ford Model A cars and a Ford Model T truck. Above all, Al treasured his family and leaves behind a legacy of kindness, service, and hard work.

Survivors include his loving wife, Bellinda Conrad of the home; his children, Hershel Wayne Conrad and wife Debbie, Diana Hood and husband Dwayne, Karen Rogers, and Gregory Conrad; grandchildren, Cassie Mondel and husband Brian, Elizabeth Snyder and husband Brandon, Amber Lauzon and husband Joe, Sheri Bray, and Augusta Keith Bray and wife Paige; step-grandchildren, Luisa Parra, Wesley Parra, Timothy Passmore and wife Tabitha, and Trenton Passmore; stepchildren, Michelle Parra and husband Manuel and Jonette Passmore and husband Tim; eight great-grandchildren; brothers, James Conrad and wife Mary, David Conrad, and Ted Conrad; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends who will cherish his memory.

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