Guy F. Foreman Jr., age 96, of Michigan City, IN passed away on Monday, March 20, 2017 at St. Anthony Hospital in Michigan City, IN.
Guy was born March 2, 1921, in Michigan City, IN to Guy F. and Louella M. (Reinhart) Foreman, Sr. who preceded him in death. On October 1, 1988 he married Cecil Lass in Michigan City, IN. She also preceded him in death ono November 29, 2009.
Guy is survived by niece: Barbara Davidson of FL, nephews: Paul R. (Debbie) Foreman of Michigan City and Tom (Pam) of TN; niece: Mary Lou (Mike) Atkins of IN; step-daughter: Sandra (Charles) Brickley of FL and step-son-in-law: Keith Eschenbaum of CO; three grandchildren: Amanda Brickley, Jason and Jarrett Brickley; sister: Mary Marjorie Mann of Indianapolis, IN; special sister-in-law: Virginia M. Foreman; step-daughter: Virginia Eschenbaum.
Guy was a lifelong Michigan City resident, graduated from Elston Senior High School in 1939. His passion for music led him to the Vandercook College of Music where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Music Education and a Master’s degree in Administration. Guy was later awarded an Honorary PhD in Music from Vandercook College. Guy served as the Director of School Music for the LaPorte Community School Corporation for 35 years, retiring from that position in 1981. Guy also served his community as a member of the Elks and Kiwanis Clubs. He was also presented the Indiana Sagamore of the Wabash Award.
Guy Foreman was the band conductor for the Michigan City Municipal Band in Michigan City where he conducted the band for 60 years.
A Memorial Concert will be held on July 27 at the Guy Foreman Amphitheatre in Michigan City, IN.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Geisen-Carlisle Funeral Home, 613 Washington Street, Michigan City, IN.
Memorial contributions may be made to The Municipal Band in Michigan City, IN or Vandercook College.
To sign guestbook or leave condolences, please visit: www. Carlislefh.com. (219) 874-4214.
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