From the Sturgis Journal, we learn of the passing of Jerry Conklin.Jerry Conklin, a longtime illusionist in Colon, died Monday at age 82. Conklin had been a resident of the Magic Capital since 1966.Working as a illusionist, Conklin, his wife, Shirley, and their children, Mike and Cindy, traveled extensively throughout the U.S. and Canada for many years. During World War II, Conklin traveled for 21 months with the Special Service, entertaining military personnel in five European countries. Shirley passed away in 1987, and Conklin retired from traveling in 1990. Arrangements for Conklin will be announced by Schipper Funeral Home in Colon. Conklin had been a resident of the Magic Capital since 1966.Working as a illusionist, Conklin, his wife, Shirley, and their children, Mike and Cindy, traveled extensively throughout the U.S. and Canada for many years.