In Memorium

[kurtvd19]

 

In Memorium

Mitch Michelson

July 12, 1953 to August 28, 2019

 

 

This week, we lost a passionate member of the ship modeling community. Mitch Michelson died on Wednesday, August 28 from a massive heart attack. He was 66 years old. His funeral was held on August 30 in his hometown of San Antonio, Texas. 

 

Mitch joined the Nautical Research Guild in 1989. He had been a Director since 2009 and served as Chairman of the Board in 2017. Those members who have attended the annual Conference recently will remember Mitch as our humorous emcee.

 

In addition to his contributions to the Guild, he was actively involved in Boy Scouts and mentored many young men to achieve Eagle Scout status. He was an avid pipe collector and served on the boards of several business organizations and his synagogue. 

 

He is survived by three children and three grandchildren. 

 

Most of all, he was my friend.

 

Kurt Van Dahm

Chairman of the Board

Nautical Research Guild

 

[Chuck]

He was also a dear friend of mine.   The nicest guy you would ever want to meet.  We had many a long conversation about just about everything.....good memories from the many conferences we went to together.  Its so sad and shocking.  ......my condolences to his kids and grandchildren.   Rest in piece my friend....I still cant believe it.  Just 66 years old.

[MEDDO]

 This is very sad to hear. When I came to the NRG conference a few years ago it was the very first time I had ever met anyone in person associated with ship model building. Mitch was the very first person I ever talked to and he was so pleasant and made me feel welcome. Will miss seeing him at the conference. 

[druxey]

Yes, Mitch was a real mensch. I, too, was shocked to read of his death especially at a relatively young age. He was a very friendly and laid-back man. It's obvious from reading the above that he will be much missed. my condolences to his family and friends.

[dvm27]

We had the pleasure of Mitch's presence at several Admiralty Models workshops. In his non-assuming and humorous way he always seemed to be the center of attention. My sincere condolences to his family and friends. 

[BETAQDAVE]

    Sad news indeed. Hate to click the like button for the notice, but it does some amount of good to acknowledge a man for his contributions to his family, friends and our modeling community at large.  R.I.P. Mitch.

[Ryland Craze]

I was shocked to hear of the passing of Mitch, especially at such a young age.  I always enjoyed the conversations I had with him at the NRG Conferences.  He was a true gentleman and will be missed.

[GrandpaPhil]

I’m sorry to hear of this.

 

My condolences to his family and friends.

Edited September 3, 2019 by GrandpaPhil

[thibaultron]

My condolences!

[tlevine]

Mitch was a total Gentlemen and I am proud to have served on the Board with him.  He was also my friend.  He will be greatly missed.

[JeffT]

Sorry to hear about this. My condolences.

[catopower]

This is very sad news indeed. Mitch was such a great guy and really made me feel so welcome at the NRG conferences. My sincerest condolences.

[yankee clipper]

I had the pleasure of riding up to Austin several times over the past year with Mitch to meet with with other NRG guys. The conversations covered the waterfront and Mitch had a story for every occasion. He was exceptionaly knowledgable in so many topics. I will miss those rides. We have lost an ambassador to our cause and love of ship modeling.

[mtdoramike]

Such a rare talent gone way to soon. He will be sorely missed. My prayers go out to his family.   

[Captain Poison]

My condolences!

[IrishChick]

I'm very sorry to hear about his passing. My condolences to friends and family.

Sincerely,

Terri

[Michel Bénard]

My condolence. It is very young to die....