Olaf mac Stiamna

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Olaf mac Stiamna at Dreiburgen Anniversary 2022
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Preferred title: Lord Their Pronouns: He/him Resides: Dreiburgen Status: Deceased Awards: Visit the Caid Order of Precedence
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Olaf Mac Stiamna was a heavies fighter, Man-at-Arms to Sir Ilia Aleksandrovich, and member of the Guardians of the Golden Grove. He resided in Dreiburgen, but played heavily in Gyldenholt due to historical ties. Olaf was married to Michelle filia Osgari and traveled with the Caravan of Wonders.

Associates

• Squire to Sir Ilia Aleksandrovich

Offices & Positions

• Bocce Tournament Champion, Baron's Feast 2012
• Gyldenholt Youth Combat Marshal 2012
• Baronial Guard, Giles and Giuseppe, Gyldenholt, 2012-2016
• Archery Tournament Champion, Baron's Feast 2016
• Archery Tournament Champion, Baron's Feast 2018
• Thrown Weapons Tournament Champion, Baron's Feast 2018
• Archery Tournament Champion, Baron's Feast 2019

Death

Lord Olaf suffered a heart attack at Dreiburgen Anniversary 2024, the 50th. Many folks assisted with CPR before emergency personal arrived. The paramedics cared for him as they transported him to the hospital. He passed away a short time later.

Memories

My time in the SCA has always been marked by the fun I have had with people who were goofy like myself and willing to play. Early from coming back from Delaware to Caid in 2007, I met Olaf and we were kindred in a lot of ways. We fought in the Guardians, served together multiple times on various courts as guards, sought each other out at wars and tournaments and joked with each-other, getting along easily. Olaf was always extremely slow to anger and very quick to a comradely smile. He loved to hang out and chat, and always seemed to be enjoying the day whenever I saw him. He loved to fight sword and board, not so much I think because he wanted to win accolades, but because he loved to play the game with his friends; always people he would talk about after a fight with such respect and dignity. He just loved..being. The news I just received that he passed away suddenly at a tournament earlier today is overwhelming and heartbreaking. While he passed among his best friends doing what he loved the most, I am ever mindful that life is incredibly fleeting and 2024 is a year that seems to like to remind us of this constantly. Mike/Olaf, you are and always will be my friend, and always will be very much missed. - Meester Theonis de Zeeuwe

Good evening friends and family. It is with very heavy hearts that we convey the terrible news of the passing of our good friend and Baronial Marshal Olaf mac Stiamna known mundanely as Mike Broaddus. Today was not the Golden Jubilee Anniversary that anyone anticipated. We had amazing and passionate event stewards, dozens of helpers, beautiful pageantry, creative tournaments and artisan displays... Then shortly after opening court began, Olaf fell unconscious and never completely recovered. As a trainer, teacher, and marshal this man happily served beyond his two year term and had no intention of stepping down. His head was always filled with crazy ideas for tournaments and exciting combat scenarios. He spoke for years about the St. Georges Pas d'Armes and how cool it would be to bring some of those elements into a Dreiburgen Anniversary Tourney. After 3 years of talking about it, he finally set that tournament up this morning. Finally made this crazy idea into a reality. The tournament never happened. Olaf spent his final couple of hours doing something he loved, surrounded by the people he loved, and in service to the dream that HE LOVED. We only hope to be so lucky on our final day. Today turned into a different kind of celebration. A celebration not of the barony, but of family. Love at every table, and support bloomed from every angle. Today was about friends, and what we mean to each other. To everyone who lost a friend today, we are immeasurably sorry, and we grieve with you. To our friend Olaf who stands at the gates of Valhalla - we salute you. Rock on, brother. In Glorious Service to the Dream; Baron Ramvoldus Kroll and Baroness Kungund Benehonig

A friend left us today. One of the few friends I share both a hobby (pre-seventeenth century historical reenactment) and a faith in Christ with, and he loved to speak about that faith, at least with me. Not long after one such discussion this morning, the Lord called him home.

So my friend, Mike, as I pray for the family you left behind, I say good-bye with a French sonnet. From one bard to another:

Goodbye Dear Friend by Chartain Trevino

Goodbye dear friend, my newly departed brother, I wish I could have listened to your unsung songs. Leviticus, salvation, lyrics came along. We spoke to renew'd faith with attacks that fluster.

You were our friend, marshal, brother, husband, father, Yet, I failed to see your need, with time left not long, A hug, prayer, a moment saying you belong, Now I am left with words unsaid as you slumber.

And while we suffer heartache and loss, you now gain, for you’re in paradise with your Lord and no pain.

For in earnest, today you shared your re-found joy, You knew too well that your belief was not in vain, Sharing, despite hardship, love you could not contain. Leaving us beautiful memories to enjoy.

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Tell your loved ones how you feel, for tomorrow is promised to no one.

Proverbs 27:1 1 Do not boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring.

I believe this was the verse we discussed this morning as he searched for lyrics to the song of faith he was writing:

Leviticus 16:34 34 This shall be an everlasting statute for you, to make atonement for the children of Israel, for all their sins, once a year.” And he did as the Lord commanded Moses. - Chartain Trevino

Warrior, Warrior Come and stay with me The battles are all over and it's time for revelry Warrior, Warrior Sit down by my side We'll drink until the morning When it's time to say goodbye

When I was small I watched you Live a life of chivalry till the end all you wanted Was love and comradery

And with the love you showed us We grow stronger everyday So, even though I miss you, Your not so far away

Warrior, Warrior Come and stay with me The battles are all over and it's time for revelry Warrior, Warrior Sit down by my side We'll drink until the morning When it's time to say goodbye

As I grew up I heard you, In the strings of a guitar All voices raised in joyful praise Your music never far

And even though, Your gone, I know You still inspire me Your melodies shall always be A part of eternity

Warrior, Warrior Come and stay with me The battles are all over and it's time for revelry Warrior, Warrior Sit down by my side We'll drink until the morning When it's time to say goodbye

And when I think of service Again your always there For family and community The gentlest of care

So when we serve, I hope, dear friend That you shall alway be Shining down upon us As we take over your duties

Warrior, Warrior Come and stay with me The battles are all over and it's time for revelry Warrior, Warrior Sit down by my side We'll drink until the morning When it's time to say goodbye

If this has struck a chord in you Remember, hug your friends You never know when you will go Or how your story ends

Please know that I love you Beyond that final breath Just look for me upon the breeze In life, as is in death

Rest my friend. - Sancha Castellanos

Good morning Gyldenholt family,

It is with deeply heavy hearts that we pass on the news that we lost one of our own. Yesterday Olaf mac Stiamna, known mundanely as Mike Broaddus, passed away after falling unconscious at Dreiburgen Anniversary.

For so many of us in Gyldenholt, many of our best and brightest memories feature Olaf and his family. Olaf was an active member of our armored community. He is a squire to our former baron, Ilia Aleksandrovich. He was a Guardian of the Grove and proudly fought for Gyldenholt at many a war. He was always there to lend a hand or some muscle. As one of the dads of “Kinderholt” and a strong advocate of youth combat, Olaf has been a vital part of our community and families. For our family, as well as so many of yours, we feel this loss terribly.

We want to thank the first responders who gave their all to assist Olaf until medical care arrived. We also want to thank our populace members who were in attendance. It was a terribly heavy day, and we appreciate beyond words the support you offered the family and each other.

Our group is so much more than a hobby, it is a family. The friendships we forge, and the love we share, create bonds that last a lifetime. As we navigate this loss, reach out to each other, support each other, and share your happy memories of our dear friend.

Yours in Service,

Baroness Dyrfinna and Baron Brynjólfr