Clarence J. "Buddy" Koschnick
March 13, 1937 ~ February 7, 2019
Clarence J. “Buddy” Koschnick, 81, Morgantown, formerly of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully February 7, 2019. Buddy was born March 13, 1937, in Indianapolis, to the late Clarence J. and Bernice (Thorsen) Koschnick. He married Elizabeth Claypool on September 1, 1962, and she survives.
Buddy graduated from Cathedral High School, attended Xavier University, and proudly served in the United States Navy. Along with his family, he was a co-owner of Koschnick & Company for more than 30 years, retiring in 2010. A devout Catholic, Buddy was a member of St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church and a former member of St. Luke Catholic Church. A longtime friend of Bill W., Buddy was always interested in helping others through the program. He was an accomplished woodworker and artisan. Buddy will be fondly remembered by his loving and devoted family.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Robert A. Koschnick, Richard T. Koschnick, and Virginia K. Tuohy.
Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Elizabeth; children, Chuck (Julie) Koschnick of Richmond, Mary Catherine (Scott) Brown of Indianapolis, Mary Beth (Chris) Branson of Mooresville, Chris (Emily) Koschnick of Indianapolis, and Mary Clare Koschnick of Indianapolis; grandchildren, Katie Koschnick, Shelby Brown, Simon Brown, Lizzie Koschnick, Benjamin Branson, Buddy Branson, and Grady Koschnick.
Visitation will be on Sunday, February 10, 2019, 2 to 5 p.m., at Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, 39 E. High St., Mooresville. Msgr. William F. Stumpf will celebrate Buddy’s Mass of Christian Burial on Monday, February 11, 2019, 2 p.m., in St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church, Martinsville. Burial will follow in the St. Martin of Tours Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Right to Life Indianapolis or to St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church. Visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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Dear Liz and family. I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember how special the Koschnick family made everyone feel. May he rest in peace. Judy Harkness
Les and I are so sorry for your loss. Buddy has been a good friend and neighbor. Les and Tina Kinnett
My condolences to all. May Buddy rest in peace. I will fondly remember him and his warm greetings that always made me feel welcome.
Condolences to Mary Beth/Chris Branson and family at the passing of Clarence.
I was privileged to spend many years enjoying good times with Buddy. He will be greatly missed. His entire family are in our prayers.
Liz we r so sorry to hear of Buddy’s passing may God give u peace n comfort throughout this time of loss n sorrow and n the days n weeks to come God’s Blessings ߙϰߙϰߙϰߙϰߙ Larry n Carolyn Clements
Dear Liz and family I’m so sorry for the most unexpected loss. May God grant you all strength to deal with this and grant Eternal Rest to Buddy. STM family shares your pain and offered you at the Masses we celebrated. God Bless you all.
My parents loved hanging out with Liz and Buddy. My Mom and I send our love. May his memory be a blessing! ❤️Heather Kulwin
To Mary Beth and the entire Koschnick family, please know that my prayers are with you all. Your dear Dad will be missed greatly. Years back, he and my late father, Mike Fox, forged a deep friendship based on helping others which I know he carried on for many years. His devotion as a husband, father, grandfather and friend to many will always be cherished. God Bless you all..Ginny Fox Hartigan
So sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers!
Oh my I just saw this, I am so so sorry for the loss buddy! So many fun memories of your father from High School being at your home, to Indiana State when he an your mom would come to visit Chuck, I got to tag along. Your father was always so kind to me an he was always fun to see at Churchill Downs. Thanks for sharing your father with me an Many others! He will be missed! ߙϰߙϰߘ‡
MC, Scott, Shelby and Simon…so very sorry for your loss. It’s always so difficult to say good-bye, but something we all must face and have to do. Love, hugs, and many prayers embrace you all. Lorrie & Roy Lang
I am so very sorry for your loss. Please find comfort in God’s sure promise of a resurrection as set forth in the Bible. (Acts 24:15; John 5:28,29) Those who are raised to life will have the prospect of never again being subject to misery, sickness, or death. (Revelation 21:4) I hope that reflecting on these thoughts and your wonderful memories will give you some relief during this difficult time.
Liz, Mary Catherine, Scott and family…know that I care and share your sorrow at this difficult time of loss. Buddy and your family are my thoughts and prayers.
Dear Liz and family, We are so sorry for your great loss, Buddy was “one of a kind”. He was so helpful and supportive when Denny started Yaggi Co. and the two of them together were priceless. Buddy was truly one of “the good guys”. Prayers, big hugs and much love, Sue Yaggi and family
What a beautiful tribute ! Always such a hard worker, even after the closing of Koschnik ,he continued to work every day! His love for his place in Morgantown was known by everyone that knew him! It was his pride and joy! Such a sweet guy! And I always loved smelling his pipe or cigar from the minute he walked through the door!
Mary Beth, Chris, Benjamin & Buddy – Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May your memories of good times passed bring you comfort and joy as time goes on. – Jim & Jane Bauschke
I worked many years with Buddy and his bother Dick as I purchased construction materials from the Koschnick Company. They were both truly honest and knowledgeable businessmen business men. I don’t think I ever had a meeting with Buddy when he didn’t offer me a cigar! I will miss him. Jim Ross
Dear Koschnick Family…Your family and my family…the Steeles had so many wonderful times together through the years. Thank you for all the wonderful memories! I so wanted to come today but am concerned about the snowy roads. God bless Buddy and all of you! Fondly Katie Steele
He was a very good person and a great friend for over 60 + years TOM Tuttle and family I miss him already