Michigan State Association
In Memory of our
Deceased Members
Anthony Samardich
05/15/1946 -
05/13/2010
SAMARDICH, Anthony, "Tony" May 13, 2010 Age 63. Beloved husband of Marianne (nee) de Adams for 23 cherished years. Loving son of the late Marko and Suzanne Samardjich. Dear brother of Marie (the late Herb) Dean, Nancy (the late Frank) Willetts, and Donald (Anita). Predeceased by his siblings John, Alexander, Dolores (the late Vidak) Chelovich and Mark (Joann). Also survived by his sister-in-laws Debbie (Jim) Totzke and Donna (Mike) Lynch and many admiring nieces and nephews.
Nancy J. Fryman
Fryman, Nancy J.
Ypsilanti Twp., MIAge 74, passed away Saturday, April 10, 2010. She was born August 10, 1935 in
Bob and Nancy were Midstate Field Directors for many years
Clarence W. Fosbender
May 14, 1925 - January 4, 2010
Clarence W. Fosbender, 84, of Hillsdale, passed away Monday, January
4, 2010. He was born May 14, 1925 in Hillsdale to William C. and
Ethel (Calkins) Fosbender. He was married May 20, 1950 to Dorothy J.
Sammons and she preceded him in death January 24, 2004.
Clarence was a graduate of Hillsdale High School. He retired from
Hillsdale Tool & Manufacturing after 37 years and served for 17
years with Hillsdale County Emergency Services. Clarence was a WWII
veteran of the U.S. Army having served in the European Theater, and
was wounded at Forbach, France. He was a lifetime member of the 70th
Infantry Division Association, a charter member of the Baw Beese
Chiefs, Chapter 54, National Campers and Hikers, serving as a Field
Director. He was also a member of Hillsdale American Legion,
Hillsdale Men's Bowling Association, and White Oaks Men's Monday
Morning Golf League.
Surviving are two daughters, Jeanette (William) Malinchok of
Hillsdale and Barbara (David) Lantrip of Charlotte; a son, Mark Alan
Fosbender of Hillsdale; seven grandchildren and nine great
grandchildren.
Besides his wife, Dorothy, he was preceded in death by his parents
and two brothers.
Memorial contributions are suggested to the National Wildlife Fund
of the National Campers & Hikers Association or the charity of the
donors choice.
Lorne M. Lovelace
May 29, 1918 - August 22, 2009
age 91 of Sterling Heights, passed away on August 22, 2009 with his
family at his side. He was born, May 29, 1918 in Detroit. Loving
husband of Margaret. Dear father of Sharon Lovelace, Gary (Theresa)
Lovelace, Dennis Lovelace and Barbara (Keith) Pionk. Grandfather of
15, Great Grandfather of 23 and Great Great Grandfather of 1. He was
predeceased by his son Lorne Carl. He was retired from the Ford
Motor Company. Lorne and Margaret spent many years after retirement
camping. He was a member of Michigan FCRV Chapter 184
Edna Teachout
1930-2009
Mrs. Teachout passed away at her residence Thursday June 11, 2009 at the age of 79. She was born Jan. 25, 1930 in Grand Ledge, MI , daughter of Sidney O. and Hildred I. (Peabody) Brown. For many years Edna was one of the last Sunfield keyboard Operators, she also sold Avon for many years. She was a member of the Lioness club, Kilpatrick United Brethren Church, Campers Club, Craft Club in Florida, and an avid Detroit Tiger Baseball fan. Edna was preceded in death by her infant son, Brian J. Casteel, brother, Leonard Brown Sr., mother, Hildred Hynes (Brown, Peabody). Surviving are her husband of 44 years, Robert E. Teachout, children, Deborah (Dale) Horn of Sunfield, Penny (Dale) Carpenter of Vermontville, Todd Casteel of Mulliken, step children, Kenny Teachout of Grand Ledge, and Pam (Elmer) Ferguson of Grand Ledge, grandchildren, Joshua Horn and Stephanie, Travis and Ashley McDiarmid, great grandchild, Sage, 2 nieces, and 1 nephew, and many friends. For those wishing, contributions may be made to the Kilpatrick United Brethren Building Fund, or for the families expenses.
John Kostelic
passed away on Monday, February 23, 2009. John was 84 years old. He was very active in the Boy Scouts of America as well as FCRV. He is survived by his wife, Mavis, and two children. A son who lives in Ann Arbor and a daughter who lives in Denver, CO. John has been cremated and a memorial service will be held later this spring. Any cards may be sent to Mavis Kostelic, 901 Pine Tree, Ann Arbor, MI 48103. Donations may be sent to the Great Sauk Council Trail, Boy Scouts of America, 1979 S. Huron Parkway, MI 48104.
Marvin
E. Heft
February 22, 1923 - October 18, 2008
Of Allegan, died Saturday, October 18, 2008 in Kalamazoo. Mr. Heft was
born February 22, 1923, in Sparta, the son of Marvin and Marjorie (Helmka)
Heft. Marvin was a Veteran of the United States Navy, serving in
WWII. He received his Master’s Degree of Engineering from Michigan
State University. He was a member of the National Camper’s and
Hikers Assoc. Surviving are his wife, Margaret, 4 children, Connie
Heft of Allegan, Bonnie Arthur of Kalamazoo, Ann Louise and Lorren
VanOrder of Hamilton and Pamela Heft of Niles, 5 grandchildren, 2
great grandchildren, 2 brothers, Richard Heft and Curtis and Dee
Heft all of Sparta, 3 sisters, Louise Palczwiski and Bevra Kremer
both of Grand Rapids, and Judy and Everett Hamernik of Grant,
several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his
2 brothers, Roger and Don. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Family Camper and R.V.ers, or the American Cancer Society.
MARTIN
W. RICHARDSON
age 77, of Lyons, OH died Saturday, May 24, 2008 at Flower Hospital. Martin was born
August 5, 1930 in Morenci, MI the son of James N. and Nellie J.
(Smith) Richardson. He married Ruth E. Kistner on October 22, 1950
in Lyons, Oh and she survives. He had been employed at the American
Chain and Cable, retiring in 1985 after 37 1/2 years of employment.
Martin was a member of the Jasper Bible Church. He was on the Lyons
Fire Department from 1951 until 1975, serving on the First Aid Squad
and teaching Basic Red Cross. He enjoyed camping, arts and crafts.
Martin was a member of the Hitch Up and Go Club for 30 years and a
lifetime member of the NCHA/FCRV Club since 1966. In addition to his
wife, Ruth, Martin is survived by his children, Martin Walter
Richardson, Jr. of Three Rivers, MI, Patty Ann Richardson of Toledo,
OH and Michael J. Richardson of Tampa, FL; one sister, Ruby (Robert)
Kime of Lyons, OH; five grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren. He
was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Jim Richardson,
and three sisters, Dorothy Double, Marie Roth and Mary Hire. Martin
and Ruth Served as MSA Conservation Directors for many years
Evelyn Snyder
March 23, 2008
Member of the Mid State District
Jack Viers
Aug 5, 1946 - March 10, 2008Husband of Sue Father of several including former teen queen
Christina, son Scott
Brother to 15 siblings. Member of Forest Dwellers for over 15
years.
Doug
Riley Sr
July 26, 1920 - February 8, 2008
A long time member of the Roamin Oaks Chapter
Larry L. Smith
Date of Birth January 31, 1943 Ovid Township, Michigan Date of Death February 12, 2008 Jonesville Michigan Larry was a member of the BawBeese Chiefs
Earl Adrian Lohmeier
Age 84.January 11, 2008Beloved husband of Ella.
Dear Father of Janet Hallberg, Galen (Sandy) Lohmeier,
and Wayne (Pam) Lohmeier. Grandfather of Robert
(Stacy) Lohmeier, Kyle Lohmeier, Mathew Lohmeier,
Crystal (Thomas) Clark and Kelly Malinowski.
Great Grandfather of Alexander, Dakota and Olivia.
Brother of Alvin, Rita and Lester
Earl was a former MSA President and District Director
Ronald A Marceau
passed away Jan 10, 2008 in Beaumont Hospital, Troy
predeceased by wife Jackie 3/5/04 and a son Christopher, 75 years
old, 4 children. Member of FCRV for over 35 years Chapter 40 Forest
Dwellers. Lifetime resident of Troy, Michigan Volunteer Firefighter
with City of Troy for 37 years. Best known companion - his dog
"Prince"