In Memory

In Memory

Throughout our lives, each of us encounter those individuals who stand apart from the rest. They encourage us to excel, in the face of adversity. They inspire us to set lofty goals and achieve, where others fail. They plant seeds of joy wherever they go. The Mountain Laurel Chapter of Trout Unlimited counts itself fortunate enough to have had such individuals within its membership. Some contributed on a recreational level, spending time fishing with good friends or going for a weekend hike. Others contributed to conservation and preservation efforts, helping to remediate damages caused by acid mine drainage (AMD) or helping to restock fish into local waterways. Regardless of their method of inspiration, we wish to honor these individuals and their efforts. We wish for their memories to inspire others, as they have inspired us.
 
Lester McNutt - 1950-2008

Lester McNutt, of Hooversville, was involved in many volunteer and sportsmen organizations including the Somerset Conservation District, Southern Alleghenies RC&D and Conservancy, Somerset...

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Bucky Buchanan - 2007

Bucky Buchanan was a long time member of Mountain Laurel Trout Unlimited chapter. The chapter lost his companionship shortly after the 2007 MLTU banquet. Bucky is shown in the photo below, on the...

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Michael Barton Sr. - 2007

Michael Barton Sr., a long time Mountain Laurel Trout Unlimited member, passed away in 2007. He will be missed. The photo below is provided by his granddaughter.

Robert Feath - 2004

In 2004, the Mountain Laurel Chapter of Trout Unlimited lost another dedicated, active member. Our chapter has dedicated a trout fishing book and informational video tape in Bob Feath's memory....

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Joseph Arcuri - 2003

In May 2003, the Mountain Laurel Chapter of Trout Unlimited lost an active member of the chapter who among other roles was serving on the chapter's board of directors. Joe Arcuri was a special...

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Frank Ceslovnik - 2002

Frank was an active hunter and fisherman and a Marine Corps veteran who served in the Pacific during World War II, including being present at the flag raising on Iwo Jima. He is missed by his...

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