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To honor, recognize, and celebrate the life of Michael A. Frush, 1948-2024
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WHEREAS, Michael A. Frush was born in Columbus, Ohio on May 30, 1948, to his late parents William Frush and Norma Strayer Frush; and
WHEREAS, Frush was a graduate of Marion-Franklin High School and the Ohio State University, serving as a CPA for over 50 years, a faculty member at Franklin University, and an active member of All Shepherds Lutheran Church; and
WHEREAS, Frush was a passionate cofounder and leader in the Columbus Historical Society, serving on the Board for 34 years, as President for 7 years, in addition to serving on the boards of the Columbus Landmarks Foundation, the Franklinton Historical Society and the Franklin County Bicentennial Commission; and
WHEREAS, Frush was instrumental in the acquisition, preservation, and repurposing of the 1892 East Franklinton Engine House No. 6 as the permanent headquarters of the Columbus Historical Society and its designation on the National Register of Historic Places; and
WHEREAS, the Columbus Historical society, under Frush’s leadership, experienced membership growth, financial health, and a significant increase in archival holdings and event programming; and
WHEREAS, the City of Columbus extends its sincere condolences to the friends and family of Michael A. Frush, including his wife of 38 years, Diane, son, Chad William Frush, grandchildren, Jonathan, Cailey, and Cadey, and countless other friends, extended family members, and loved ones across Columbus and beyond; now, therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS: That this Council does hereby honor, recognize, and celebrate the life of Michael A. Frush.