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Obituary: Bobby Easter dies

Obituary: Bobby Easter dies

September 28, 2017 | by Bus & Motorcoach News |

BASSETT, Va. — Bobby W. Easter of Bassett, owner of Easter’s Auto and Bus Sales, passed away in August. He was 56.

Obituary: Steven Marion, a 19-year veteran of MCI

Obituary: Steven Marion, a 19-year veteran of MCI

May 10, 2017 | by Bus & Motorcoach News |

MANHEIM, Pa. — Steven Marion, director of customer solutions in the Northeast for Motor Coach Industries, has died. He was 61.

Veteran motorcoach leader Steve Bacovsky dies after a distinguished 40-year career

Veteran motorcoach leader Steve Bacovsky dies after a distinguished 40-year career

November 20, 2025 | by Bus & Motorcoach News |

Steve Bacovsky, influential Western Canada motorcoach pioneer and devoted community supporter, died of cancer at 69.

Industry remembers Walter ‘Hal’ Mattern, former Bus & Motorcoach News editor

Industry remembers Walter ‘Hal’ Mattern, former Bus & Motorcoach News editor

August 26, 2025 | by Bus & Motorcoach News |

Walter “Hal” Mattern, journalist and Bus & Motorcoach News editor who blended industry insight with passion, died Aug. 13 at 72.

Mike Whitehead, founder of Distinctive Systems, dies

Mike Whitehead, founder of Distinctive Systems, dies

February 24, 2025 | by Bus & Motorcoach News |

His sons, Alex and Chris, will continue to run Distinctive Systems, a fixture in the industry and at the UMA Motorcoach EXPO. 

Bus industry remembers Ted Paul Goldenberg

Bus industry remembers Ted Paul Goldenberg

November 6, 2024 | by Bus & Motorcoach News |

A dedicated travel industry leader, Ted Paul Goldenberg shaped student tours across North America, evolving from driver to company owner.

Remembering Charles E. Atchison Sr., founder of Atchison Transportation Services

Remembering Charles E. Atchison Sr., founder of Atchison Transportation Services

November 5, 2024 | by Bus & Motorcoach News |

Charles E. Atchison Sr., transportation pioneer and community advocate in Spartanburg, leaves a lasting legacy of service and leadership at 95.

Industry remembers co-founder of Miller Transportation

Industry remembers co-founder of Miller Transportation

June 5, 2024 | by Bus & Motorcoach News |

John Thomas “Tom” Miller Sr., age 81, died June 2 at his residence. Miller, co-founder of Miller Transportation, is being remembered for his work in…

Remembering the legacy of Vandalia Bus Lines matriarch Judy Streif

Remembering the legacy of Vandalia Bus Lines matriarch Judy Streif

January 10, 2024 | by Shandra Martinez |

A few years ago, Judy Streif took stock of her life’s work growing a demanding family business, Vandalia Bus Lines, while raising 10 children. It…

Industry remembers Nathaniel Caldwell, founder of Caldwell Bus Lines

Industry remembers Nathaniel Caldwell, founder of Caldwell Bus Lines

October 20, 2023 | by Shandra Martinez |

From coach builder to motorcoach operator, Nathaniel “Nate” Caldwell loved coaches. The owner and founder of Caldwell Bus Line in Warner Robins, Georgia, is being…

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