Edward L. Kusterer

KUSTERER, Edward L., age 98, of Richmond, died August 23, 2008. He is survived by his sisters, Bernadette "Bernie" Woods and Mary McCormac; and his brother, Lawrence M. Kusterer (Kathleen). He was predeceased by his lifelong best friend, Gertrude Rea Salerni; his sister, Genevieve Fussell; his brothers, Joseph C., John H. and James E. Kusterer. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Edward was a veteran of World War II and served as a Lieutenant in the U.S. Navy in the Pacific Theatre. He retired as the Executive Director, Virginia State Contractors Board. Ed was a member of American Legion Post 125, the VFW and was a Past Grand Knight, Council 395, Knights of Columbus. His remains rest at Bliley's Central, 3801 Augusta Avenue. Visitation will be Monday, August 25, from 4 to 6 and 7 to 9 p.m. with a Rosary Service at 7 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Benedict Catholic Church Tuesday, August 26, at 10 a.m. Internment at Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make a gift to a charity of your choice.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.