WILLIAM B. HUSSEY

Bill was my mother Libby Graves' cousin, nephew of my grandmother Frances Axtell Graves, sister to Bill's mother Ruth Axtell Hussey Burnet. He was a dear fellow, the epitome of a courtly gentleman, quite attentive to mom and gram, mostly through correspondence and phone calls, and occasional visits to Seattle. I don't recall meeting him as a child, but he remembered me. We did connect in 2011 at a Bellingham YWCA luncheon that honored Frances Cleveland Axtell, Bill's grandmother and my...

I met Bill and Piyachart and several family members two years ago when the YWCA Northwest Hall of Fame honored his grandmother, Frances Axtell. We e-mailed occasionally afterward as he tried to create a living monument to her. As all of us who met him then do, I treasure the memory of an admirable and courtly gentleman who carried his many honors lightly. It was an honor to know him, even briefly.

Eva and Family,
Love and hugs,
Joyce

I feel very much honored and grateful that I had the privilege of coming to know Bill Hussey in these past few years. His wide-ranging knowledge, fortitude and generosity of spirit will remain an inspiration for me. I am so, so sorry to lose him.

Dear Hussey family: I hope to learn more and also how Piyachart is since I last heard from Bill at Christmastime. Among my happiest memories are those from our time together in Togo and so many reunions since in California and other places. A wonderful gentleman and friend. Sofia, Peter and Philip will join in sending our deep sympathy. fondly Leila P