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Conrad Kvamme, 88, of Arlington, MN, died Saturday, May 13, 2023.

Conrad Harlan Kvamme was born on August 2, 1934, in Crookston, MN, to Carl and Hilda (Natwick) Kvamme. Conrad grew up on his family farm in rural Twin Valley, taking an interest in caring for the farm at a young age. He attended country school, graduating early in 1950 from Twin Valley High School and later furthered his education at the North Dakota State University, majoring in agriculture education and animal science, with minors in ag journalism, speech, and horticulture. Following graduation, he started his career teaching at the Ulen High School for two years before working  as a 4-H extension educator in Norman County. He then went on to teach  at the University of Minnesota – Crookston for two years. Conrad married Karen Sivertson in 1958 and to this union, 5 children were born. While living on a dairy farm near Ada, MN, Conrad formed a singing duo with a neighbor named Howard Nuemann. They called themselves The Harmony Twins and traveled throughout a large area singing at various events, the highlight being invited to sing at the American Dairy Association convention in Chicago in 1961. Conrad purchased a farm near Little Falls, MN, and operated Orbit Dairy for over 20 years, In 1978, Conrad featured his cow, Memory, on national television and participated in Memory's March for Milk – a 32 day Promotion of Dairy Products Tour through 18 states, 47 US cities, and 146 presentations, touring from Canada to Mexico. In 1992, he sold his herd of cattle and began working with cattle nutrition and cattle sales management. A year later he moved to Arlington and was elected to the Minnesota Beef Council as a member of the board of directors and later as the vice chairperson, positions he was very proud to serve on. Continuing his passion for the industry, Conrad took a position as a consultant on the Midwest Dairy Beef Quality Assurance Center, encouraging farmers to be certified in quality production techniques and proper animal care, especially with antibiotics and vaccinations. While working as a consultant, Conrad helped produce many brochures and information that was used in displays at the World Expo. He also operated a feed business named Space Age Dairy, selling quality feed. Conrad officially retired at the age of 80.

Known for being "one of the strongest voices in the Minnesota beef industry", Conrad centered his life around his passion for cattle. He taught some  grandchildren how to show cattle, one of his favorite pastimes. He was awarded with a plaque for 50 years of showing at the Minnesota State Fair. When he wasn't spending time with cattle, he continued to nurture his love of agriculture by planting gardens and tending to his lawn. Conrad will be greatly missed by his loved ones for his outgoing, friendly personality.

Conrad is survived by his children: Mark Kvamme of New Richman, MN, Kathy (Rick) Cochrane of Helena, MT, Sherry (Dave) Nelson of Hitterdal, MN, Lori (Rodney) Oberg and Lisa (Kim) Syverson, both of Ulen, MN; 19 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; and other extended family members.

Conrad was preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Hilda Kvamme; two sisters, Senora and Bernice; brother, Art; and grandson, Jaycob.

Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, June 6, 2023, at 10:00am, with visitation one hour prior, at the Zion Lutheran Church in Twin Valley, MN. Burial will follow services at Zion Lutheran Cemetery.