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William Fusting Obituary

FUSTING, WILLIAM S. "FUZZ," 76, of Louisville, passed away Monday, October 6, 2008 at his home. He was a retired supervisor for Midwest Paper Products and a member of Sts. Simon & Jude Catholic Church. His family and especially his two grandchildren were the most important aspect of his life. He was preceded in death by his parents; five brothers; and three sisters. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Geraline "Jerry" Fusting; daughter, Martha Fusting Eimers (Mike); grandchildren, Christina and Nicholas; sister, Shirley Hendrix (Jim); several sister-in-laws, brother-in-laws; and numerous nieces and nephews. His funeral Mass will be held 10 a.m. Friday at Sts. Simon & Jude Catholic Church, 4335 Hazelwood Ave., with burial in Calvary Cemetery; Visitation is 1-8 p.m. Thursday at J. E. Ratterman & Son, 7336 Southside Dr. In lieu of flowers, please donate to your favorite charity or the Kentucky Humane Society.

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Published by Courier-Journal from Oct. 8 to Oct. 9, 2008.

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Mike, Colleen, Nicole & Katie Cova

October 20, 2008

We are so sad to hear about Fuzz...what a wonderful person! You guys are in our thoughts and prayers today and the many days ahead. Wish we could be there. We love you!

Misti Allen

October 16, 2008

I just wanted to let you know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. He will definitely be your guardian angel. Jerry-I love you, and I will always keep you in my heart. Take comfort in the fact that I know the love that you have for each other will be forever. Love, Misti Allen
Please call me at 930-4489

Sharon Bratcher (DeWitt)

October 14, 2008

Gerry and Martha,
My heart goes out to you in this time of sorrow. You both are in my thoughts and prayers.

David & Lucy Hendrix

October 10, 2008

Although "Fuzz" has left this earth, his smile, humor, and generosity will live on in his daughter and grandchildren’s' faces and personalities.

In loving memory,

Dominic Manecke

October 10, 2008

Jerry and Family,
My mother told me about your terrible loss. I feel for you, and know that my prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Know that Fuzz is in a much better place without physical limitation.
Jerry, I remember all the years you and Mom worked at Caritas together. I loved getting to be "part" of your family. Even though I have not seen you for some time, I still remember all the love and attention you gave to me and Dustin.
I send you love and the best from Washington, D.C.
Dominic Manecke

Mark Layman

October 10, 2008

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

MIKE & HELEN BLACKBURN

October 10, 2008

JERRY, MARTHA AND FAMILY,

WHEN I HEARD OF FUZZ'S PASSING ALL I COULD THINK OF WAS THE GREAT TIMES WE HAD AT THE HOLY NAME DANCES. I KNOW HOW DEDICATED HE WAS TO HIS GRANDCHILDREN.FUZZ WAS A GOOD AND KIND HEARTED MAN. HE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL OF US.

LOVE HELEN AND MIKE

Ken & Joyce Barber

October 9, 2008

My dearest friends:
We have tried for two days to express in writing just how much Fuzz meant to us. We loved him.
He was a great friend and we will miss him so much. We wish we could be with you in such a great time of sorrow but we are with you in our heart. Our love and prayers are with you. Joyce & Ken Barber

Christina Malone

October 9, 2008

I am so sorry and deeply saddened for your loss. He was agreat man and will definitly be missed. He touched many lives throughout the SMM community! My prayers are with you all at this time!

Missy, Tank, Cody and Taylor Williams

October 9, 2008

Martha, Mike, Christina and Nick,
We are very sorry to hear about your Father/Grandfather. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

Kathy Wilkins

October 9, 2008

Gerry, I was so sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. May God's peace give you comfort at this most difficult time.

Keith Barber

October 9, 2008

Gerry and Martha,
I was so very sorry to hear about Fuzz. He was a one in a million person that could bring a smile to anyone around him. I still remember all the great times when we all lived in Louisville and you guys were such a big part of our lives when we were growing up. He was a positive role model for all and will be missed by everyone. Please accept my deepest sympathy over your loss. He was a great guy and if we measure our time on earth by those we have touched and made a difference in their lives, then he was a very, very busy man.

Sincerely,
Keith & Suellen Barber

Patsy Seger

October 9, 2008

Gerry, Martha and Family

Just to let you know that I am praying for you all at this difficult time. I was very saddened when I heard Fuzz had passed away. He was such a wonderful person, kind and always greeted you with a smile and ready to talk. I thank both Gerry and Fuzz for the "free rides" they gave me back and forth to work. I don't think I ever met Fuzz that he did not ask how my husband was doing, that meant a lot. I know God will shower his blessings on the family and keep you all strong. He will be missed.

God Bless

Kathy Henry

October 9, 2008

Martha,
I am so sorrry to hear of the sudden death of your dad. Please know that you, your mom and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. If there is anything I can do just let me know.

Vickie, Andy, Matthew and Luke Pennington

October 9, 2008

Mrs. Fusting, Martha and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

stadie Steiner

October 8, 2008

Gerry and Martha,
I don't even know how to express how very sorry I am about Fuzz. I cannot imagine what you all are going through. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love to you both, Stacie Barber-Steiner

Ruth Gant

October 8, 2008

Jeri, Martha, and Family: Words fail to express how sorry and sad I am for you, the world has lost an inspiring light. Please know my thoughts are with you and wish I could help through this awful time.

John Ebner

October 8, 2008

Our hearts and prayers are with you. We'll miss Fuzzy. John & Mary Ebner

Marvin Thompson

October 8, 2008

Wow, i was just thinking about Fuzzy the other day and now i read he has passed. I am stunned. I have know Fuzz since 1966 and yes he was the most positive person i ever knew. I am not sure i can say anything that his family doesn't already know. I always considered Fuzz a close friend and he will be missed by all. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Nick Eimers

October 8, 2008

Papaw, you are the best grandpa in the whole wide world. This is Nick telling you this and a kid like me couldn't ask for a better grandfather. You are the most generous person I know. If I met the whole entire world, you would stll be the nicest. I will never forget you. You never complained whenever we asked you to do a favor. I love you very very very very very very very very much. LOVE YOUR FAVORITE GRANDSON, NICK

Nick Eimers

October 8, 2008

Papaw you were the greatest grandpa in the whole wide world. This is Nick telling you this. A kid like me couldn't ask for a grandfather like you. You were the most generous person i have ever met. Even if I have met the whole world you would still be more nice. you would never complain about any favors we would ask you to do. You are the perfect person for a kid like me to admire. I love you very very very very very very very much!

Tim Barber

October 8, 2008

Dear Gerry, Martha and Mike

Our heavy hearts are with you in this most difficult time. Gerry I want you to know that you and Fuzz were big part of our life’s growing up in Louisville. I have so many fond memories of time spent with you at the country club in PRP, at the river and playing in your backyard in Martha’s playhouse. Although many years have past it is those memories I still cherish. It is our loving memories that we must hold on to and reflect on to help us through these most challenging times. Our love, thoughts, and prayers are with all of you.

Love

The Barbers
Tim, Lynn, Nicholas and Casey

Phyllis and David Jaggers

October 8, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May your hearts be comforted, and may you find peace in your cherished memories.

Nary Gene Frank

October 8, 2008

Gerry and Martha,
I am so sorry to hear about Fuzz. It was such a shock. I called Eleanor this morning to tell her. I cannot come to see you because I have to leave town and will not be back until Sunday. Please know that you are in my prayers. If there is anything I can do please call me at the hospital or home. Sister Maria Vincent also sends her deepest sympathy and her love.
Much love and prayers,

Mary Gene and Sister Maria Vincent

Carol & Ed Forbis

October 8, 2008

Our hearts go out to all of your family. Fuzz was a great person and always had a great outlook. Ed and him gave out turkeys at the hospital at Christmas time and could tell he was a wonderful person. Remember the love you had together and the memories he gave to his grandchildren

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