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Herbert Lusk Obituary
September 20, 1929 - March 15,2019
Seaside, CA
Rev. H. H. Lusk, Sr. died peacefully surrounded by family on March 15, 2019 at the age of 89. He is survived by his wife Bettye, sons Rev. Herbert H. Lusk, II (Vickey), Hendrick H. Lusk, Sr., and Rev. Harold H. Lusk, Sr.(Jennifer), and daughter Rita Burns, 16 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, and 3 great great-grandchildren, as well as a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, church family, and friends. He was the Pastor of Bethel Missionary Baptist Church for 58 years.
The following services will be held at Bethel Church, 390 Elm Street, Seaside: Pay respects on Thursday, March 21, 2019 , 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm; a Pastoral Celebration on Friday, March 22, 2019, 7:00 pm; A Celebration of Life, Saturday, March 23, 2019, 11:00 am; and a Musical Tribute on Sunday March 24, 2019, 4:00 pm.
Rev. Lusk has lived in Seaside since 1961. He was known locally and nationally as a Preacher, Educator, Mentor, Moderator, Businessman, Entrepreneur, Missionary, and Friend
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Memories and Condolences
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Ernest Mercuri
April 8, 2019
My sympathies to Bettye and her sons.
Ron & Carol Saxton
March 30, 2019
Dear Bettye and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lois Robinson
March 24, 2019
I Started my Christian Journey at that Church! Peace be Still, at your New Address in Heaven.
The Rhone Family
March 23, 2019
Our sincere condolences
March 23, 2019
At such a time as this, we the members of the Mount Olivet Baptist Church, Petersburg, Virginia extend our heartfelt sympathy to you in the passing of Rev. Dr. Herbert Lusk Sr. We realize words may seem empty as you are grieving the loss of your loved one, but know we are praying for the members of your family.
With sincerest sympathy,
THE MOUNT OLIVET BAPTIST CHURCH
Rev. Dr. Wesley K. McLaughlin, Pastor
First Lady Rev. Pamela McLaughlin
And the Mount Olivet Baptist Church Family
Petersburg, Virginia
Aron Hill & Family
March 23, 2019
To The Lusk Family,
Sending our condolences on this very difficult time. May God comfort you all during your bereavement.
Me & the Family attended Bethel lots of times & we loved to hear Rev Lusk Sr preached the Word of God. He was a powerful Preacher who preach the whole Bible.
Stay strong for The Lord is with you.
God Bless.
Cathy Morgan
March 22, 2019
I love you all, please know that the Lusk family are in my prayers. Rev will be missed and never forgotten.
Cathy Morgan
Sharon Davenport
March 22, 2019
Pastor Lusk, you will truly be missed by a great many people. Aunt Bettye and family my heart is heavy with the passing of this mighty man he has touch many a lives.
Dorothy Jordan
March 22, 2019
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Gilbert Fletcher
March 22, 2019
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Geneva Fletcher
March 22, 2019
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
William Watts jr
March 22, 2019
Will miss you & love you
But jesus loved you more and call you home
To be abscent from the body is to be with christ
Theresa Zamora
March 21, 2019
My prayers to Rev. Dr. Herbert Hoover Lusk Sr. and his family. He was a a great friend and mentor to me. I have many great memories with him and Rev. Murray. You will be missed greatly my friend.
Frances Armstrong
March 21, 2019
To Dr Bettye Lusk and family
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy on your loss. I lived on the peninsula for over 30 years. I've always considered you and Rev. Lusk my friends. He was a tremendous help to the community. We will all miss him.
The Hickson
March 21, 2019
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Linda Gardner
March 21, 2019
Dear Dr. Lusk and Family,
Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of your husband, father & grandfather. We are praying for strength, peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Gardner & Stokes Families
Debbie and Carlton Morris
March 21, 2019
Through It All WE will Smile Again!!! Though your hearts are heavy and there are so many ways to turn.... and much to do in what seems like a long but short time....you will make it through.
Miss Betty, Pastor Harold and families, we are thinking about you and praying for you too.
May the many good memories you all have of Pastor H.H. Lusk, Sr. bring joy to you doing this time. Try to find a minute to rest and reflect on the Love He shared with you and so many through this life's journey. He is at Rest now~and God will take care......
Deacon Carl, Deaconess Debbie Morris and Family ~ Tuskegee, Alabama
March 21, 2019
Dear Bettye, Harold and Family. I am so sorry to hear this. My prayers and thoughts for you and all your love ones. Like my daughter Lori's last words "I can't wait to wake up in the arms of Jesus", the Rev. is now enjoying the arms of our Lord wrapped around him. Love, Diane Anderson
Tami Gunther
March 20, 2019
Our thoughts are with you and your family Bettye. Love and hugs.... Tami
Yvette Robinson
March 20, 2019
May you rest in heavenly peace my pastor.... you will be sorely missed ♥
Terry Titus
March 20, 2019
Betty and family,
On behalf of my husband Rex Titus, I am sorry to learn of your husband's passing. He had a wonderful life. Wishing you comfort during this time.
Terry Titus
Rev. Nanattee McClure (Fredua-Mensah)
March 19, 2019
Sending our Condolences, Prayers and Love to the family
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