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In Memoriam: Martin Ford

January 11, 2026January 16, 2026 Gina Clark In Memoriam, Obituary, Martin Ford

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Martin Winter Ford, who died peacefully on November 15, 2025, at the age of 94.

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In Memoriam: Bill Hurt, Jr.

October 9, 2025October 10, 2025 Gina Clark In Memoriam, Obituary, Bill Hurt Jr.

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Bill Hurt, Jr. who passed away peacefully on September 30, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of innovation, generosity, and unwavering dedication to his family and friends.

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In Memoriam: James Baird

October 9, 2025October 10, 2025 Gina Clark In Memoriam, Obituary, James Baird

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of James Wallace Baird who passed away suddenly on September 26, 2025, at Baptist Hospital in DeSoto County, MS, surrounded by the love of his family.

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In Memoriam: Leslee Corin Howse

March 17, 2025March 17, 2025 Gina Clark In Memoriam, Leslee Corin Howse Ben Howse

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Leslee Corin Howse, the daughter of former FEMA President, Ben Howse. Please join the Farm Equipment Manufacturers Association in offering condolences to the Howse family.

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In Memoriam: Phil Kaster, former Association President

March 5, 2025March 18, 2025 Gina Clark In Memoriam, Phil Kaster

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of former FEMA president, Paul Philip “Phil” Kaster, 86, of Shelbyville, who passed away Tuesday, March 4, 2025.

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In Memoriam: Former Association President David Herd

February 20, 2025February 20, 2025 Gina Clark In Memoriam, David Herd, FEMA President

David proudly served as president of the Farm Equipment Manufacturers Association from 1992 – 1993, passed away Tuesday, February 18, 2025.

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William Jerry Danuser, Former FEMA President (2002-2003), Has Passed Away

December 3, 2024December 13, 2024 Gina Clark Danuser Machine Company, In Memoriam, Jerry Danuser

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Jerry Danuser on Friday, November 29, 2024.

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In Memoriam: Former Association President Robert “Bob” Kools

October 19, 2023October 26, 2023 Gina Clark In Memoriam, Obituary, Bob Kools

Bob, who proudly served as president of the Farm Equipment Manufacturers Association from 1980 – 1981, passed away Oct. 14, 2023.

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In Memoriam: Mary Kay Bruce

May 4, 2021May 4, 2021 Kristi Ruggles In Memoriam

Mary Kay was the wife of Doug Bruce and mother to Heather Bruce, who represent the fourth and fifth generations of leadership at Osmundson Manufacturing.