Fred Cozad

Fredric R. Cozad passed away on August 18, 2017, at Bella Vista Nursing Home in Rapid City, SD. He was born on February 10, 1927, to Ray and Lola May Cozad.

Fred grew up in Martin, SD, and graduated from Bennett County High School at Martin. He served in the Army Air Corp in World War II. He attended Chadron State College in Chadron, NE and Law School at the University of South Dakota in Vermillion.

He married Luella Bruhn, and they began practicing law in Martin. They were a team, Fred as the lawyer, and Luella as the secretary-office manager.

They were married for over 65 years. They had one child, Catherine Cozad Albrecht of Plankinton, SD and three grandchildren, Ferra Kemp, Amy Diechert, and Justin Albrecht.

Fred was a life-long member of the Lindsey Memorial Presbyterian Church of Martin, and a member of the American Legion for over 70 years. During his legal career, Fred held several County offices; County Judge, State's Attorney, and Veterans Service Officer. He served as a member of State Boards, including Board of Regents, Board of Charities and Corrections and State Vocational Education Board.

After retirement from the law practice at Martin, Fred and his wife made their home at Westhills Village in Rapid City, SD. He was grateful for having shared the love of his wife and family.

Memorial services will be held Wednesday August 23, 2017, 2:00 PM at Lindsey Memorial Presbyterian Church, Martin, SD. Inurnment will be held in the Martin Community Cemetery.
A memorial has been established for the Lindsey Memorial Presbyterian Church and donations may be sent in care of Bennett County Funeral Service PO Box 65, Martin, SD 57551.

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