Edward Charles "Ted" Stagman

I have been a casual friend of Ted for twenty-two years. How casual, well for twenty-two years I never heard him play his banjo, in fact, I never knew he played the banjo. What I do know is that after his beloved Jean passed, Ted could be seen almost daily at the cemetery with his memories and thoughts. His devotion to Jean never faltered.

Ronald Reagan made a famous quote: "Some people wonder if their lives have made a difference. Marines don't have that problem". Ted was...

During this time of mourning, I would like to express my sincere condolence at the loss of your loved one. May you find comfort in persistent prayers, as “the peace of God that excels all thought will guard your heart and your mental powers.” [Phil. 4:7] I certainly hope that the help God can give at this time will make a difference.

Dear Stagman family, I am Alanna (Kowalec) Ayre and took guitar lessons from your father for 3 years when your family lived in Flint. Your Dad was a neighbor to my Mother Anna(Eckert) Kowalec on the east side of Flint. He also taught my Mom how to drive. I remember my Mom taking about your grandma Clara very fondly. Just wanted to extend my sympathy your Dad was a very nice person and I know he will be greatly missed.

Dear Stagman Family (Joel, Tami, Dawn, and Paul),
On behalf of the Traverse City Music Boosters, we extend our sincere sympathy for the loss of your loving father. I know you will miss his love for life. As someone who loved music and Happy Time Banjo -- we are forever grateful for the thoughtful memorium to provide instruments for youth. Thank you deeply - We will stay in touch with you to let you know how your father's memorium is being used. Sincerely, Alison Arnold, TC Music Booster...

Dawn and Joel, we want you to know that we are thinking of you through this hard time and we love you all. Uncle Ted will be missed....

Jody and Dawn, I am so very glad to have visited with Uncle Ted in October. He was a joy to be with as always and I loved to hear his stories. He even told a story about my dad, Robert, that my mom hadn't even heard. I would have loved to have spent more time with him. I know you will miss him terribly and my heartfelt sympathy goes out to you both as well as the grandchildren. My thoughts and prayers go with you. All my love, your cousin Terry

Dawn and Joel, Alaina and Austen are so blessed to have had your parents love, kindness and generosity, and to be such an important part of their lives. I am so deeply appreciative and we will dearly miss them.
Lucy Tyrer Chargot

I wish I could be there, I will miss my wonderful Uncle Ted.My thoughts and prayers go to my cousins and their families.