James Earl Conrad, age 73, entered into rest on Tuesday, July 20, 2021, in Brackettville, Texas. He was born on May 4, 1948. He was preceded in death by his parents Ralph L. Conrad and Rosemary Mirgliotta Conrad Talley. Left to cherish his memory is his wife Gloria Rodriguez Conrad; Sons- James Clinton Conrad and his wife Amber, and Christopher Conrad and his wife Tracey; Step Sons- James Ramirez and his wife Deborah, and Jacob Ramirez; Brother- Ralph "Rocky" Conrad and his wife Donna children- Katrina, Cathleen, Clayton; Grandchildren- Abel, Trinity, Zech, Lauren, Emilio, Felipe; and Greatgrandchild- Ava. James owned & operated Conrads Trading Post- a convenience store, in Brackettville, Tx for 25 years. "Conrads" as it was known by all the locals was a go-to shop for a wide variety of drinks, snacks, and even movies. The family wishes to hold a private ceremony & service for James at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery.