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In loving memory of our cherished members who have passed away, but whose passion for woodturning lives on in our hearts and in the beauty of their creations. Although they are no longer with us in person, their contributions to the Stateline Woodturners continue to inspire and enrich our community. As we work with wood and create, we remember their dedication, camaraderie, and the lasting legacy they have left behind. They will always hold a special place in our woodturning family.
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Mark Dean Ost, MD, 81 years, of Pineville, Missouri passed away on Monday, February 10, 2014 at Freeman West Hospital in Neosho, Missouri. Mark was born and raised in Northeast Kansas City, Missouri and he spent his retirement years in Pineville, Missouri. In his youth he became involved in scouting eventually rising to the rank of Eagle Scout. He was a warrior with three palms in the Tribe of Mic-O-Say, eventually rising to the level of Sachem. Shortly after graduating from Glennon High School in 1951 he enlisted in the United States Navy Reserves. His formal education began with two years of Junior College and Rockhurst College graduating in 1954. Inspired by some of his best friends who had decided to go into medicine he continued his education at the University Kansas Medical School graduating in 1958. He served his residency at General Hospital (Children's Mercy Hospital) followed by a distinguished 42 year career as a hospital based pathologist at Baptist Medical Center and as a founding partner of Ost, Talbot and Smith Pathology Associates (formerly Smith, Ost and Scales Pathology). He was honored by his colleagues to serve a term as Medical Chief of Staff in 1987. Mark was Board Certified in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology in 1963 and in his specialty - Dermatopatholgy in 1981. He thoroughly enjoyed teaching medical students during his time at Baptist Medical Center as a highly respected expert in his field. Mark loved to read. During his retirement he became an accomplished wood turner, proudly becoming the Chapter President of the State Line Wood Turners Club. Dr. Ost was known for his ambition, intelligence, integrity and most of all for his love for his family. He will be greatly missed by those who knew him. He was preceded in death by his parents, Emil and Emily Ost; two brothers, Richard Ost and his wife, Mary, William Ost and his wife, Pat; two sons, Christopher and Daniel Ost. Mark is survived by his wife of 42 years, Dr. Carol Luhn of Pineville, Missouri; his friend for 67 years, Phil Accardo; sister, Patricia Regan and husband, Frank; brother, Jack Ost and wife, Gen; six children, David Luhn and wife, Kathy, Christina Luhn, Emily Akers and husband, Jared, Kevin Ost and wife, Connie, Lisa Lasker, Jeff Ost and wife, Ranae; twelve wonderful grandchildren and four great grandchildren. There will be a celebration of life ceremony on Sunday, February 16, 2014 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Pineville Community Center, 602 Jesse James Road, Pineville, Missouri. The family requests no flowers, donation may be given to a charity of your choice. We would appreciate anyone who would like to share interesting stories and memories of how Mark touched your lives. Another celebration in Kansas City may be announced for those unable to make the trip to Pineville.

Keith Walker passed away Dec 2nd.

At his request there will not be a service. 

Keith will be missed in our meeting. 

He was an accomplished turner and even in his advance age was turning unique pieces to a high quality.

Gary Olerud

Gary Olerud, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on October 21, 2021, two days before his 82nd birthday. He cherished 58 years of marriage with the love of his life, Sharie. Gary spent his career of 40 years as a business manager for Guy F. Atkinson, an international heavy construction company. In retirement, Gary devoted his time to mastering the art of woodturning. He was a valuable member of the Stateline Wood Turners club and founder of Valley Wood Workers of West Virginia. Gary also loved fishing his special spot on Yellowstone Lake; camping and boating with Sharie all over the U.S., and exploring out of the way places on his motorcycle(s). Gary will be missed by his son Andy Olerud (wife Betsy), daughter Susan Johnson (husband Lynn), three granddaughters, Sara Olerud, Ellie Rubenfeld (husband Shawn), and Jenika Florence (husband Dan), and great-grandson, Olle. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Salvation Army.

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Gerald Krogman 69 of Rogers passed away Saturday, September 12, 2020 in his home surrounded by his family. He was born June 12, 1951 in Muskegon, Michigan the son of Harry and Cecelia Harp Krogman. Gerald retired from the United States Air Force and was a member of the Stateline Woodturners Club and Woodcarvers of NWA. 

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William “Kip” Powers, age 82, of Rogers passed away Wednesday January 10, 2024, in Rogers. 

Kip pursued woodturning as a pastime for over 40 years and was truly a master artisan. His wood turnings have been sold to collectors all over the world and was a founding member and first president of the Stateline Woodturners Association in Rogers, Arkansas. His love for the art of woodturning was demonstrated through his numerous classes that he taught to those wanting to learn the craft.

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James Randolph King passed away April 29, 2023

He was an excellent wood worker and wood turner and a member of Stateline Woodturners Club for 20 years. Many friends and family received beautiful bowls, salt and pepper mills, Christmas ornaments and other turned products.

Eugene “Gene” Walter Nowak, 86, of Garfield passed away Friday, February 3, 2023. Gene proudly served in the Illinois Army National Guard and enjoyed a career as a finish carpenter. He owned and operated Saw Shack Sharpening Service in Garfield

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Bruce Thomas Reed, age 76, of Fayetteville, Arkansas, died on July 10, 2023, He joined the United States Coast Guard and served for many years. Bruce was a woodworker, owning and operating Reed’s Custom Furniture.

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Mitch Hutchinson

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Doug Hyde

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Guy was a long time and active member of the club. With a machinist background Guy often made tools and tool handles for club members.