Conrad J. Burkman

Conrad John BurkmanAge 81, a lifelong resident of Northville, passed away on March 14, 2016. He was born February 28, 1935 in Northville, Michigan; son of John and Ruth (nee Yerkes) Burkman. Conrad graduated from Northville High School; Class of 1952. He furthered his education with a Bachelor Degree from Cleary College. Conrad was united in marriage to Nina E. Freytag on August 4, 1956; they spent 59 loving years together. Conrad owned a credit bureau and published the National Billiard News; he also worked as a referee for professional pool players. He enjoyed drag racing his hot rod car. Conrad was a cinema buff; he loved watching classic movies and listening to the organ at the Redford Theater. He was passionate about photography; he often took pictures of scenery during his travels. Conrad is survived by his wife Nina E. Burkman; his nephews, Bret Oldford and Steward Oldford; and his niece Amy Oldford. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister Carolyn Oldford.A memorial service will be held at a later date. Mr. Burkman will be laid to rest at Yerkes Cemetery in Northville.