DONALD FUSK obituary

JOPLIN - Donald V. Fusk, 80, of Joplin, died at a Havre hospital on Friday, Jan. 30, 2004.

It was Donald's wish to be cremated. A private family memorial service is being planned.

Donald V. Fusk was born Aug. 15, 1923, to Peter and Olianna (Gotsvosli) Fusk on the family homestead in the Alma community north of Joplin. Donald grew up on the farm and received his early education at the Tingdahl country school. He finished his school years in Joplin and graduated from Joplin High School in 1942.

Donald enlisted into the U. S. Army and served during World War II. Following his honorable discharge,...