Submitted by: John C. Monk

Roy A. Fuson

Mar. 22, 1949 - Feb. 18, 2010
SOUTH BEND - Roy Arthur Fuson, 60, was born in South Bend, Indiana and was the son of Wilma Story Fuson of Cassopolis, MI, and the late Willie Arthur Fuson. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Ray Fuson and two infant siblings. Surviving in addition to his mother are his beloved wife of 25 years, Sherri Mitschelen Fuson of the home; children, Roy A. Fuson Jr. of Rocky Point, Michael Fuson (Mindy) of Niles, Michigan, and Jared Fuson (Donnelle) of Elkhart, Indiana; grandchildren, Derek Fuson, Kimberly Fuson, Erin Fuson, Ashley Fuson, Adam Fuson, Ryan Fuson, Sarah Bonilla and Cassandra Cruz; several great-grandchildren; and sisters, Mary Ellen Schutze (Ken) of Michigan, Ruth Hickey of Florida and Lois Owen (Dan) of Michigan, and several nieces and nephews. Roy served his country honorably in the US Army and fought for his country in the Vietnam Era. He attended Long Creek Baptist Church. Roy was a devoted husband and loved his family dearly. He loved life and lived it to the fullest, always seeing the jovial side of every situation. With his witty personality he lifted everyone's spirits. Roy was a very caring man and always put others before himself. Helping others was a way of life for Roy. Cherished memories will forever remain in out hearts.

Published in South Bend Tribune on February 26, 2010