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Charles Pusecker Obituary
Charles Nicholas "Nick" Pusecker, born March 2, 1933, passed away April 19, 2020. He was preceded in death by parents Margaret Weiland and Ivan Pusecker, brother Robert, sister Rita and niece Ellen. Nick is survived by his wife of 62 years, Marianne; children, Aline (Randy), Michael (Melanie), Theodore (Kathy), Leah (Doug), Daniel (Jennifer), Cara (Michael); grandchildren, Brian (Sara), Lindsey (John), Nick (Ben), Tanner, Evan, Alyssa (Marty), Ian, Josh, Ema, Jenna, Clark; great-granddaughter, Marigold; brothers, Ivan (Judy), Tom (Donna); sister-in-law, Susan; nieces and nephews, Tim, Julie (Andy), Lisa (George), Karla (Chad), Matt (Sheila), Mike, Michelle (David), Mark (Cathy), Joe; great nieces and nephews, Michael,Christopher, Jack, Maria, and Haley. Nick graduated from Holy Rosary High School in 1951 and worked with his father, artist Ivan Pusecker, in his shop painting and preparing paper mache structures. He served in the US Navy during the Korean War from 1952-1956. Following his time in the Navy, Nick attended Columbus Art School (Columbus College of Art and Design) where he met his wife, Marianne. Nick spent the next twenty years as owner and operator of McCormick Art Shop, providing custom framing and painting restoration. Once Nick retired from the picture framing business, he established CNP Construction and worked twenty years remodeling homes. Nick was an avid outdoors-man and longtime member of the Bexley Conservation Club. After retirement, Nick returned to painting where he focused on old barns and dilapidated buildings, wanting to capture the structures before they disappeared from the landscape. His seascapes are inspired from his time spent in the Navy. Nick is considered a second father to many, and he is loved by all those whose lives he touched. Nick, and the entire family want to send a special thank you to our adopted family at The James Cancer Hospital, Oncology and Hematology Department, especially to Dr. Bhavana Bhatnagar, Mariam Berg, Miranda, Dr. John C. Byrd and the entire BEATAML team. Because of you and your team's love and care, Nick enjoyed an extra year of happy times, including one last fishing trip, his grandson's wedding, and meeting his first great grandchild. A celebration of Nick's life will come at a later date, once this Coronavirus has met its match. Please, consider donating to the Hematology/Oncology Research Fund (302071) via https://www.giveto.osu.edu/makeagift/?fund=302071 or by mailing to: The OSU Foundation, PO Box 710811, Columbus, OH 43271. Include the 6-digit fund number (302071) along with Nick Pusecker's name.
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Deb Havener
April 15, 2022
Nick always had a kind word and a smile and always seemed genuinley interested in what one had to say. I had the pleasure of working with him at the library where he loved to share his latest creative endeavors. He was also very proud of kids. Peace and light to his family and friends.
Pam and Virgil Dillon-Chambers
April 30, 2020
We want to send our condolences to the entirel Pusecker family, but especially to our friends Leah, Doug, and Ian. We are so very sorry to hear of your father/grandfather's passing. We love you dear friends. A donation has been mailed in memory of Nick Pusecker to the OSU Foundation.
David Hogan
April 27, 2020
We want to extend our sincere condolences to the entire Pusecker family. Growing up... I spent a lot of time hanging out at their home on Burkey Drive. Mr. Pusecker had a great sense of humor and was always welcoming.
Rest in Peace Nick.
The Hogan Clan
April 27, 2020
We want to extend our sincere condolences to the entire Pusecker family. Growing up... I spent a lot of time hanging out at their home on Burkey Drive. Mr. Pusecker had a great sense of humor and was always welcoming.
Rest in Peace Nick.
The Hogan Clan
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Jim Taylor
April 23, 2020
Nick was a huge influence in my life and my family..He was always there to lend a helping hand ,and never had a unkind word to say about anyone.I will never forget the Nick Breakfast on family occasions. We will all miss him. Condolences to the entire Pusecker family.
April 23, 2020
I always enjoyed running into you guys at the Reynoldsburg Kroger. Thanks to the entire family for opening your home to me when I was young. My deepest sympathies to the family.
Rick Diewald
April 23, 2020
I always enjoyed running into you guys at the Kroger in Reynoldsburg.Thanks to the entire family for sharing your home with me when I was young.My deepest sympathies to the family.
Rick Diewald
April 23, 2020
Ron and I express great sympathy to Maryann and family for Nicks passing, but it also brought a flood of memories to Ron of their boyhood work and play, like working for Nicks dad on the Great Western Walk of Wonders. They worked in Mr Puseckers studio barn at Alton, Oh and Rita brought cookies out to them. Or their big trip right after graduation to Florida, practically taking the free orange stand out of business and Nick, Ron, Manucho and Grabill coming home with only 15cents between them. We will be honored to remember Nick at his memorial. We also appreciate our last visit we had after Nicks brothers passing. Love Ron and Shane
Deb Havener
April 23, 2020
Nick worked at the library with us for many years and after he retired he would still come in to see how we were doing. He always had a big smile on his face and was sincerely interested in what we were doing. He never failed to ask me about a side hobby of mine as he knew it was a competitive field and I had plenty of challenges. Nick was always so thoughtful and such a wonderful, warm person. We all know how much he loved his children, too, as he enjoyed sharing all their successes! Sending peace to all whose lives he touched.
Dave Majerus
April 23, 2020
Mike and the entire Pusecker family:
I am truly sorry to hear about your dad's passing. I have very fond memories growing up around your family and Mr Pusecker. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Dave Majerus
Scott
April 22, 2020
Im so very sorry for your loss, another one from the old neighborhood gone to a better place. My love and prayers go out to you, I lost dad 6 years ago and my mother in October. I think about the old neighborhood a lot, especially Mike and Ted playing baseball at the church with all of us. Im sorry I cant get out the sadness I feel for you all.
Gary Diewald
April 22, 2020
Our families seemed to be intertwined for so many years as well as many others . We lived a charmed upbringing to be sure. Nick left us great memories and will be greatly missed.
Gary Diewald
Gay Taylor
April 22, 2020
Such a wonderful Family man. Always so kind to us. Wish I had gotten to know him sooner. Deepest sympathy and prayers to your Mom and family.
April 22, 2020
Nick was a fun loving true gentleman with a kind nature and a big heart. I met Nick in my teens through his and Marianne's friendship with my parents. I have many fond memories of him throughout my life, but most recently at his art shows, and celebrated his 85th birthday with him and his family. Steve and I send our love and sincere sympathy to Marianne and their family. Imagine a tight hug from us now, and we'll be honored to attend his celebration of life in the future. RIP Nick. You'll be dearly missed.
Jan and Steve Snedaker
Stein Family
April 22, 2020
The Stein Family sends prayers and sympathies.
Steve Shavaun
April 22, 2020
Thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.
April 22, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time George and Margaret Perkins
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