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Marvin Berschet Obituary
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BERSCHET, Marvin W. 81, of South Charleston passed away Tuesday, July 12, 2011 in his residence. He was born in Arlington Heights, IL on December 28, 1929, the son of Walter and Esther Berschet. Marv graduated from the University of Illinois, where he was a member of the 1951 "Rose Bowl" champions and was a member of the track team. He played for the Washington Redskins from 1954-1956. He served his country during the Korean War in the US Air Force and has been involved in farming most of his life. Marv was a member of the First Lutheran Church, Clark County Republican Committee, longtime member of the Board of Directors with the Oesterlen Services for Youth, Ohio Southwest NFL Alumni Association, National Livestock & Meat Board, American National Cattleman Association, Central Ohio Jazz Society, and the American Wine Society. He was a former member of the Clark County Fair Board, Ohio Beef Council, and the Southeastern School Board. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Evelyn Herzog. His survivors include his wife of 58 years Jo Roberts Berschet, whom he married August 23, 1952; five children Jennifer and Ed Klee of Versailles, KY, Beth and Tom Dunlap of Columbus, Douglas Merritt and Mistie Berschet of Granville, Eric Walter Berschet of Dublin, and Kurt Lee and Vickie Berschet of London; nine grandchildren Aaron Douglas (Christy) Klee, Meagan Beth Klee, Malory Jean Berschet, Reid Walter Berschet, Ashley Lauren ( Joe) Nicodemus, Taylor Marie, Paige Marie, Kendra Lee, and Luke Donivon Berschet.; brothers and one sister in law Walter and Mary Berschet of Sun Prairie, Wis and Robert Berschet of Sarasota, FL; sister Lorraine Hoyt of Door County, Wis. A gathering of family and friends will be Thursday from 2-4 & 6-8 PM in the RICHARDS, RAFF & DUNBAR MEMORIAL HOME and one hour prior to services at the church. A celebration of his life will be Friday at 11:00AM in the First Lutheran Church with Pastor Bruce Kramer officiating. Burial to follow in Green Plains Friends Meeting (Little Brick) Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions are requested to First Lutheran Church 30 S. Wittenberg Ave Springfield, Ohio 45502 or the Oesterlen Services for Youth 1918 Mechanicsburg Road Springfield, Ohio 45503-3147. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to www.richardsraffanddunbar.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Jim Kouzmanoff
October 23, 2017
Marvin and I were cousins. Step-cousins that is. Marv's father Walter was first married to my mother's sister before he married Esther. I was 10 years younger than Marvin, so I only knew him somewhat from afar. I believe his oldest sister and I were true cousins. With my parents and brother we visited their farm in Arlington Heights quite often, I think it was on Oakton St., or perhaps Higgins Rd. (or was it on Algonquin?). His brother Bobby was a year behind me in school. We saw Marvin play in the 52 RoseBowl on TV. Later we saw him play in person for the Redskins in Chicago. I wish I had known him better, he seemed like a great guy. For many years I worked with men that played football with him at Illinois: Rocky Ryan and Cliff Waldbeser. Rocky has passed, Cliff is still around. [email protected]
August 1, 2011
Marvin was a very special friend to me and my family and friends of Yellow Springs. He will be missed.
Patsy Gardner DeBrosse and Ron DeBrosse
July 28, 2011
Jo and Family: Our deepest sympathy to you on the loss of your husband and father. We met Marvin years ago at The Winds restaurant in Yellow Springs. He became a dear friend with whom we shared many glasses of wine. We always looked forward to getting together with him to discuss the latest NFL scores, and to hear about you, his wonderful family. We, along with you, will miss his presence. May he rest in peace.
Bob and Phyllis Buchwalder
Beavercreek, OH
Karla Leskovsky
July 20, 2011
I didn't know Marvin well or for long but will definitely miss his presence at the Jay's wine tastings. I will also be forever grateful to him for convincing me to open a bottle of '86 Margaux.
Chrstopher Blakeman
July 20, 2011
"Marvellous Marvin" was a great friend and mentor to me as a young man growing up in Ohio. He was also a dear friend and kind supporter of our family at a time when we needed good friends. I'm proud to have known and loved him.
Orin and Nancy Sheumaker
July 17, 2011
We always enjoyed Marv's company. The pig roast was a highlight each year more for the people then for the food. The wine was always good and plentiful too. "Thanks for the memories."
Sharon Dowen
July 15, 2011
I met Marv while working at Oesterlen. I was always impressed with his kind, gentle, and caring nature whether he was interacting with staff, other board members or the kids. He could put a smile on anyone's face and had a way of making everyone feel comfortable around him.
Philip Auman Godlewski
July 15, 2011
Rest eternal grant him, O Lord, and may light perpetual shine upon him.
July 15, 2011
I remember when Marv and Martha Jo got married - I was 10 years old and I thought Jo was so lucky to bring this big handsome football star home from California - Martha Jo and her Mom and Dad lived next door to my family when Jo was single - She was one of my Mom's very good friends and was over to my house alot when I was young. I remember Marv was so friendly and he was always so nice to me - I was just this dumb little kid and he always took the time to talk to me - I baby-sat all of their children many times - I remember my Mom and Dad always speaking so lovingly of Marv and Jo - I hadn't seen Marv in years, but my memories are so wonderfully clear , as they will always be, of the whole Bershet family -
Carol Driscoll Benson
JD and Ronalee McKnight
July 14, 2011
Our condolences in the passing of Marvin. He was a very memorable and impressionable person and I enjoyed having a glass of wine and conversation with him. He will be missed, but never forgotten.
Tom Dunlap
July 14, 2011
Marvin
He was a wonderful man who lived life to the fullest. How many people would love to pack the experiences he had into a lifetime. Marv was a world traveler, NFL Football Player, successful farmer, and wine salesmen and connoisseur. He will be missed by family and friends. Marv was a great father-in-law.
Bonnie, Julie & Guy Shane
July 14, 2011
We will miss our favorite Redskin. Marv was surprised to find Redskin fans in Dayton but we enjoyed his stories, pictures and seeing the super bowl ring. He kept saying he was a "no name" but we wouldn't let him get away with that! He was a Redskin! We had a lot of fun drinking wine and talking about the 'skins. We will miss him.
Cathy Roalef
July 14, 2011
My sympathies in the passing of Marv. Marvin was a fascinating personality - witty, strong-willed, full of stories to tell, generous with sharing his knowledge & opinions, and kind-hearted. We will miss him at wine events. We will raise a glass to his memory in fondness.
July 13, 2011
Marv was many things to many people, but to us and the folks at Oesterlen Services for Youth, he was a long -standing champion for children , teens, and their families. Our prayers are with his family. Walt and Tammy Brooker(Springfield, OH)
Wanda Moberly
July 13, 2011
We are so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, The Woodford County Extension Staff.
Jeff Smith
July 13, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of Marvin's passing. Marvin always had an opinion
especially about wine! I will miss him.
July 13, 2011
I was very sorry to learn of the death of Marvin. He and I were frequent conversational partners with very contrasting views at Wine Society events. However, we always agreed on our enjoyment of wine and always ended on a friendly note. He was our resident expert of Italian Wines and conducted memorable Italian Wine tastings.
Vernon Dunlap, Tucson
July 13, 2011
Marvin was a big personality and is a great loss. He will be toasted in remembrance by his friends many times in many places. C Bennett Dayton, OH
July 13, 2011
I was so sorry to hear of you loss. Marv was such a great man. I knew him from the Dayton wine group. He will be sadly missed by many.
Debbie Stillings
Claudia Rocklin
July 13, 2011
I am very sorry to hear of Marvin's passing. I will always remember him with a smile on his face, a glass of wine in his hand and a warm hug waiting to greet his friends. Rest in peace Marvin. You will be missed.
Claudia
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