Terry A Conklin

Terry A Conklin

December 20, 1954 - February 21, 2022

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LODI - Terry A. Conklin, age 67, of Lodi, passed away on Monday, February 21, 2022, at Agrace HospiceCare. He was born on December 20, 1954, in Iowa City, Iowa, the son of Lester and Ida (Prizler) Conklin.


Terry graduated from West Liberty High School, West Liberty, Iowa. Terry worked in Sales for Kraft Foods.


Terry had a variety of interests including hunting, fishing, cooking and baking, and gardening. He was a member of Wisconsin Daylily Society, Lodi Booster Club, Lodi Agricultural Fair Board, volunteered with Reach Out Lodi, and in the past, was a volunteer firefighter with the Lodi Fire Department. Terry was an avid supporter of all Lodi Athletic Teams, with wrestling being one of his favorites. He loved driving bus for various sporting events. Along with being an Iowa Hawkeyes fan, he was also a major donor to the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital. Terry loved spending time with his friends and family, especially on the lake or around a bonfire.


Terry is survived by his son, Joseph Conklin; two daughters, Katelyn Conklin, and Madison Conklin; sister, Patty Conklin; two brothers, Jerry Conklin and Eddie Conklin; and special friend, Christine Niemeier. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lester and Ida Conklin.


A celebration of life will be held at a later date.


Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com



Gunderson Lodi

Funeral & Cremation Care

157 S. Main St.

(608) 592-3201


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Tim and Janine Lanzendorf
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Joe, Katie, Maddie and Chris, We are so sorry for you loss. Terry touched people wherever he went. He found goodness in everyone he met. His energy and positive attitude was contagious. He just made you feel good to be around him. When he asked how you were, he really wanted to know and he cared. It's hard to imagine an event without him. He just made everything more fun. We bet he made quite an entrance to heaven. He's probably organizing fishing outings and booster rallies for the rest of us wayward souls. You're in our thoughts and prayers. We're here for you if you need anything. Tim and Janine
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Debra Blair
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Terry ~ one of the kindest man I was fortunate to have known while at Oscar Mayer Foods. My condolences to the family.
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Amy VanEpps
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My condolences for your loss. As you already know, your father was a kind and generous man with a huge heart. The world will not be the same without him in it. May you find comfort surrounded by those who love you and loved him. Keep your memories close as you heal and always. I hope you enjoy a picture of the ultimate Hawkeye fan.
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Dick Prange
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Very sorry to hear, everyone has my sympathy !!! Terry was one of a kind, hard worker, honest, everyones friend, loyal and street smart. I was glad to know him and work with him !!! His friend Dick Prange
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Ann
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Terry made an impression on my life in his last weeks. How fortunate his three children are to have had a dad like him; he lovingly spoke about all three. His sincerity, upbeat personality and warmness affected all of us who tried to make him comfortable. Carry on his missions and his life attitudes…so very special.
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Kristi Voelker
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Terry was the most positive individual to be around. He loved driving all the school athletic functions and I could not ask for a better co worker. I wish I could have got to know him outside of the workplace. He was very open about his illness and if positivity were a cure he would still be with us. See you on the other side some day. Your family, friends and puppies will miss you.

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