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George J. Trusock Battle Creek George J. Trusock, 85, died Saturday, March 13, 2010, at his residence. George was born on February 27, 1925, in Ionia, MI, the son of Andrew and Mary (Gorse) Trusock. He had been an area resident since 1954 coming from Buchanan, MI. He was a 1941 graduate of St. Peter and Paul High School in Ionia. He was a veteran serving from 1941 to 1946 in the U.S. Navy during WWII. He attended Grand Rapids Junior College for 2 years and then received his bachelor of science in electrical engineering from Michigan Technological University in 1950. On December 27, 1948, he married the love of his life the former Esther Joan Guilfoyle. He was devoted to her and their family until his death. She preceded him in death on May 18, 2007. George was employed with Clark Equipment immediately upon graduation from Michigan Technological University as a product engineer, chief product engineer, chief staff engineer and chief electrical engineer from 1950 to 1988. After retiring he was an expert witness and consultant in litigation concerning lift trucks. He attended St. Jerome Catholic Church, was a member of the St. Philip Catholic Church Athletic Association, American Legion, scout master for The Boy Scouts of America for 33 years, volunteer member of the Board of Burnham Brook Center, served as vice chairman for the Silver Dance Club and chairman of the Supervisory Committee at Omni Family Credit Union. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, traveling and camping. Surviving are his children, Dr. Bruce J. (Karen)Trusock, Honorable Mark A. (Dee) Trusock, Kathleen S. VanWagner and Thomas M. (Jenni)Trusock; 9 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren; brother, James A. Trusock; sisters, Anne Hengesbach and Mary Helen Trusock and special friend, Linda England. He was preceded in death by an infant son, George Joseph Jr.; sisters, Sr. Millie Trusock and Dorothy May Trusock. Visitation will be held Thursday from 5 to 8:00 p.m. at the Richard A. Henry Funeral Home with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:00 a.m., Friday, March 19, 2010, at St. Jerome Catholic Church with The Rev. Fr. John Tran officiating. Interment with full military honors will be held at Fort Custer National Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Burnham Brook Center or St. Jerome Catholic Church. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

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Published by Battle Creek Enquirer on Mar. 16, 2010.

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Kathie VanWagner

December 9, 2021

Really missing you, Mom, and Tom today. I know my Jade is up there with you Pop. Give her a hug for me. I'll be seeing you again someday. Until then my heart is still broken.

August 16, 2016

Miss you Pop.

October 8, 2014

You know, it's amazing. I'm still missing you. I would have thought that after a few years it would have become, I dunno - maybe easier? Nope. I have so many things that I really want to talk to you about. Wish you were still around Dad.

March 12, 2014

Miss you Pop.

Tom Trusock

November 29, 2011

Dad, I still miss you. I guess I always will. You were, no are... are my father. Always there for me. I only hope that can be half the man you were. Thanks Dad. As long as I'm around I'll remember you and teach my kids to do the same.

Candy Outman

May 6, 2010

I just got word that your father passed away and we are so sorry. I wish someone had contacted the "Deal" family to let us know....Our heart goes out to you. We just lost our brother Tim who was only 51 years old. Please contact us, my email address is [email protected] we express our deepest sorrow.....
Candy Outman and the Robert Deal Family

Thomas McHale

March 21, 2010

So sorry to hear of George's passing - our thoughts and prayers are with you. Thomas and Joye McHale

Brenda Smith

March 19, 2010

I knew George (and Joanne) for 35 years and feel very blessed to have known them. They were remarkable individuals who were so kind and loving. The world is a better place because they were in it. My prayers are with family and friends as they mourn this loss. I knew them through OMNI Community Credit Union where I have worked for 36 years.

Joyce Hengesbach

March 18, 2010

Dear Bruce, Mark, Kathy, Tom and families,
My heart goes out to you on the death of your father. It's never easy to lose a parent. Although they are always in your heart, it's not a substitute for being able to talk to or touch them.
I have many memories of Uncle George. When I was young, I was somewhat scared of him, but as an adult I found him (and your mother) to be incredibly interesting and fun people. I especially remember how much your father made me laugh the last time I saw him.
I also recall fondly the good times we had when your parents visited me in San Francisco (and when I really got to know you, Tom.) I was touched that they would make the trip to Florida to be at my Dad's funeral and wish I could be there for the service on Friday (I am temporarily in California and not able to travel this week.) But you will be in my thoughts and prayers that day and always.
With love and sympathy, your cousin Joyce

Cheryl Scott

March 18, 2010

I helped george with his housework every other Thursday morning for the past four years,he was a very nice friend.He shared his thoughts with me many times and they all included how much he missed his wife and how much he loved his family. I will miss his friendship very much. my deepest sympathy to his family and friends.

Cheryl Scott

Larry & Cena Bowman

March 18, 2010

I've known George since my Mom and Dad went camping with him. My parents are both gone now. I also met him at Credit Union functions. He was a very special man and will be missed in this community.

Scott White

March 17, 2010

I will always remember George as a kind and wise Mentor. With deepest sympathy to those he leaves behind.

March 17, 2010

I knew George as a coworker at Clark Equipment during the late 70's to mid 80's. In fact we had offices next to each other. George was a good engineer and fun person to work with. I have many fond memories of our intereaction and will cherish them for ever. I pray for George in heaven where he surely is.

Dinesh Seksaria

March 17, 2010

We are out of state and so sorry we can't be there to say goodbye to George. He was a great addition to our Thursday morning Bible Study and he will be missed by all of us for his pointed questions and comments. Our prayers are for him and his family. Ann and Tom Johnson

Carrie Baum

March 17, 2010

I knew both Joan and George from Burnham Brook Center where I worked many years ago. Even after I left I would see them around town and they would stop me and ask about my children and family. Wonderful people who I had much respect for. I am sure that being together again is enough to put a smile on the faces of their chldren in this difficult time. My sympathy to the famies.

Tom Trusock

March 16, 2010

He was the best man I've ever known. He was my father. Dad, I'm going to miss you.

Patricia Sperti

March 16, 2010

I knew George my entire life. He was a kind and decent man. I spoke with both he and Joan on a weekly basis. After Joan's passing I told George he was my # one fellow. George loved his family and I extend my sympathy to all of you.

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