Plante remembered for dedication to New Baltimore
Apr 16, 2018Plante, of New Baltimore, was known for his dedication to the city, having served on many local boards and with several area groups.“He was a great cheerleader for the city of New Baltimore, especially the downtown area,” Mark Semaan said on the “City of New Baltimore, MI, Memories and more...” Facebook page.His life will be celebrated during an event set for 6 p.m. Nov. 28 at the New Baltimore Civic Club, located at 36551 Main St. Appetizers, beer and wine will be served.Tom Stanton described Plante on the civic club’s Facebook page as “one (of) our city’s most interesting, joyous personalities and a wonderful conversationalist.”“I will always remember the wonderful times that I could sit and enjoy a beverage with Max while listening to his stories,” added Lee Miller, former director of the city’s parks and recreation department, in an online guest book. “He had a huge heart, and his dedication to the city of New Baltimore was tremendous. He accomplished many great things throughout his life and had a positive effect on many people’s lives.”Plante was born Nov. 1, 1931, and graduated from the University of Notre Dame with a bachelor’s in accountancy in 1954. He served as a midshipman and Lieutenant Junior Grade in the U.S. Navy, serving as disbursing officer for the Alaskan Aleutian Island Theatre.He spent a decade at Carhartt, where he served as a board member, executive vice president and general manager. He was also responsible for the company’s early growth and the famous “C” Carhartt logo, his obituary states.He also served as a board member on the American Apparel Industry Association. He later made his contributions in tracing, break bulk operations, dispatch and eminent domain while working with Matty Moroun, owner of the Ambassador Bridge and a trucking and real estate conglomerate.In the late 1970s, he purchased and became the owner and president of Stahl’s Bakery in New Baltimore and was responsible for their famous Belly Button cookies.Plante was also known for being social and act... (New Baltimore Voice Newspapers)
