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April 17, 2015
Just wanted to say hi. Man can you believe Jacob graduates next year!! Everyone sees his picture then sees you such a resemblance I miss you more than words can ever ever describe. Love you
stacy
April 18, 2014
Can't sleep missing you. I know you watch over us. I know you are super proud of all of your grandchildren they are all awesome. Jacob really is a spitting image of you. I love you dad.
Stacy Six Fussell
November 22, 2013
Just missing you dad sending off some love to you. I hope you and Joe are together
Bev. Fussell
April 7, 2008
There is not a day that I don't think about you. You did a GREAT job with our 2 girls, miss you more than you will ever know. Love ya always.
Josephine Wentzel
May 12, 2003
Hello.
I send my condolences to the family of a fallen comrade. As a postal employee, I know how the job can keep us from the family. Even when we are home, we still talk about work. I just hope that your husband, father, son, or best friend had the opportunity to a wonderful family life! To all of us ... let this be our motto; "Life is short ...Do all you and do and Be all you can be right where you are today." May God Bless, guide, keep and give peace to your hearts! Josephine
Frank Ferro
May 12, 2003
sorry for your loss.
Bob Gagliardi
April 15, 2003
A 33 year vet of the PO, I just wanted to pass my condolence to his family and add my prayer.
James M. Burch
April 13, 2003
My heartfelt sympathy on the loss of James D. Fussell. A fellow former Letter Carrier.
Betty Madden
March 1, 2003
Deepest Sympathy on the lost of your
loved one.
elissa rane
February 19, 2003
my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Doreen Duarte
February 18, 2003
God Bless You And Your Family!
Steve Hensley
February 7, 2003
Very sorry to hear about brother James.
My thoughts are with you and yours.
Neal Couey
February 1, 2003
In Remembrance...James Fussell, brother in blue and brother in arms, Lord, keep him safe now...Our sympathies to the family and friends of Brother Fussell
Karen Blair
January 20, 2003
Hi, As my husband said earlier, I also didn't know Jim real well, we were just starting to get to know him when his time expired so senseless. We are so fortunate to have his daughter Cathy as part of our family, and our condolences are still out to her and all her family. May God Bless them all.
Robert Blair
January 20, 2003
I didn't know Jim very long. But I know he rasied a great daughter. I know,she married my son. May Jim rest in peace
Susan Heinecke
January 16, 2003
May God keep you in his care now and in the days ahead.
Leslie Wood
January 14, 2003
MY PRAYERS GO OUT FOR THE FUSSELL FAMILY.
Tracy Nichols
January 9, 2003
May God be with you in your time of need. My thoughts and prayers are with you. GoD Bless.
Ricardo Oquendo
January 7, 2003
We never know when we are going to be pulled from this life and into God's grace so we must live to the fullest and remember that for every ending, there is a new beginning. My sympathies to all of the family at such a time of loss and my prayers for a brighter tomorrow.
Brett Israel
January 5, 2003
My heartfelt condolances go out to the family of James Fussell, and hope his family will stay strong and keep the faith.
Cathy Blair
January 2, 2003
Hi, it's me again, Jim's oldest daughter. I have been made aware of an online petition to stop after dark delivery. If everyone could take 30 seconds and stop by and sign the petition, it could really make a difference. Please pass it on to everyone that you know and ask them to do the same. The address is www.petitiononline.com/postal1/
Thanks again for all of the kind words and the thoughts and prayers. The entire family is very appreciative.
Elizabeth Taylor
January 2, 2003
To the Fussell family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless you.
Letter Carrier, E.St.Louis, IL
John Hutzol
January 1, 2003
To the Fussell family, all postal workers share in loss. Your family is in ALL postal workers thoughts and prayers. May you and your family find peace during this time. I personally am very sorry for your loss.
Mary Hanson
December 30, 2002
My prayer is that God will give you the strength to make it through these trying time. God Bless your family
Misty Owens
December 30, 2002
I feel very honored to have met Jim and his family. No one could have had a better friend. My heart goes out to you, Cathy and Stacy. May peace and comfort come with time.
Misty
Vicky Sluder
December 25, 2002
I am so sorry for your loss.
Vicki Courtney
December 25, 2002
The clerks and carriers of the Worthington Oh Post Office extend their thoughts and prayers to the Fussell family and to the employees of the Raytown Post Office. God Bless you and may he keep you safe.
Greg Karn
December 24, 2002
I never had the priviledge of meeting Jim. I am touched by his service to our country, and service to his patrons. Thanks Jim.
tim
December 24, 2002
just a prayer from a faw away place to let you know you are thought of and hope your family can make it though this time with alot of support
Ruth Voshell - a fellow postal employee on the clerk side
December 22, 2002
My sympathy to the James Fussell family.
Joe Kaye
December 21, 2002
Sorry to hear of the loss of James,
the Postal Service lost a loyal and dedicated Employee.
MICHAEL REEH
December 21, 2002
Im sorry for your loss,.................... from a fellow letter carier
Patrick Reilly
December 20, 2002
My deepest sympathies to the family of J.D Fussell.
From a fellow Postal Worker (Clerk)
J.C. Lott
December 20, 2002
As a retired letter carrier, I express my sincere sympathy to the family and friends of James Fussell.
My prayers are with you all.
Jeff Zinn
December 19, 2002
Thank you Jim for your service to this great nation and to the USPS.
What a tragedy at our station.We miss Jim and pray for God's mercy and grace to cover the Fussell family.Jesus loves you.<>< <><
Angela Tattershall
December 19, 2002
I had the pleasure of knowing Jim because I've been Stacy's friend since we were small. I had just begun to know him as a person rather than just "Stacy's dad," but I know that nothing meant more to him than his daughters and grandchildren. He was a great man who always knew how to have a laugh. It's a shame he had to go so soon. Hang in there, Stacy! He left a lot of love in your heart.
Cathy Blair
December 18, 2002
I am Jim's oldest daughter. I just wanted to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their support during this difficult time. It means more to my sister and me than any of you will ever know. And to all of the mail carriers still out there, please be careful, you are all in our thoughts and prayers. If any of you would like to contact me personally, my email is [email protected]. Once again, thank you all so much for your thoughts and prayers, it truly means a lot.
Tracy Parkes
December 17, 2002
My deepest sympathies go out to the family and friends of James Fussell. It is truly a shame that something like this has happened and even though I did not know the man personally he was a brother letter carrier and my prayers go out to his family.
Traci Corbitt - City Carrier
December 16, 2002
My deepest sympathies to the family and friends of James Fussell. Sounds like a man who took pride in a job well done.
Ron Troum
December 15, 2002
My heartfelt condolences go out to the family of James Fussell.
Clint Hammond
December 14, 2002
Our hearts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. May God bless you and ease your pain and suffering. From the Letter Carriers of Br. 952, Kendallville, IN.
Ed Groen
December 14, 2002
My deepest sympathy to the family and co-workers of Mr. Fussell. He is in my prayers.
ED PISANO
December 14, 2002
It is truly a shame when a man who worked so hard and for so long, and is so close to the day he can retire and finally rest and enjoy life for a while; gets robbed of the opportunity. My deepest sympathy to Jim's Family.
Gary Sturm
December 13, 2002
Words can not describe the sorrow I feel for the loss of a brother carrier. I hope and pray that there will become a law preventing this from ever happenning again. It is such unforgettable day in the live and times of the U S Postal system. It will not bring Him back but maybe know they will wake up.
Silver & Patrick Farr - Letter Carriers
December 13, 2002
God hath not promised, skies always blue. Flower strewn pathways, all our lives through.
God hath not promised, sun without rain. Joy without sorrow, peace without pain.
But God HATH promised, strength for the day. Rest for the weary, light on the way.
Grace for the trial, help from above. Unfailing sympathy, undying love.
Anything we could say ... just wouldn't seem enough. God bless and keep you and yours during this tragic time. May the miracle of Christ's birth warm you this holiday season, and always.
Mike Galate
December 13, 2002
Deepest Sympathy to Jim's Family and friends.
Kim Whitt
December 13, 2002
May you and your family be blessed with the grace, love and comfort of our almighty God as you go through your grief. I am deeply sorry for your loss.
dave horton
December 13, 2002
Our heartfelt condolences go out to Jim Fussell's family and friends. From the brothers and sisters of NALC Br. 1517, Montrose, CO.
Joe Moroney
December 12, 2002
I wish to send condolences to the Fussell Family from NALC Branch 4016
Stephen Fleharty
December 12, 2002
I extend my condolences to Jimmy's family. I am greatly saddened that a man who obviously had a big heart was taken from all of us. I pray that your life will continue to be strengthened by his presence.
Richard Condon
December 12, 2002
The members of Branch 54, Woonsocket, RI, wish to express our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of NALC Brother James Fussell.
Samuel Thornton
December 12, 2002
May the Angel of MERCY be with your love ones doing this time. GOD has never made a mistake.
Sam Thornton
Branch 5955
Altamonte Springs Fl
NALC Branch 139
December 12, 2002
The Brothers & Sisters in Branch 139 offer our deepest condolences and most heartfelt sympathies.
Ray Wallace
December 12, 2002
Since the first notice of Jim's death I have read every item and after all of them I know that we as letter carriers weather retired and or active are all the same in our dedication to the postal service and I see that was Jim also. Every time I read about him and his dedication to his country,family,job,friends I feel like I almost knew him . I feel tears well up inside of me knowing that he died so needlesy, Lets all pray that his death will not be for nothing and that something good will come out of it. God Bless him and his family.
roger locke
December 12, 2002
To the Fussell family and friends,My heart goes out to y'all.It's never easy to lose someone,you will forever be in my thoughts and prayers.Deuteronomy 29:29-"the secret things belong unto the Lord our God;but those things which are revealed belong unto us and to our children..."
Peace and God riches blessings
J. Lloyd Newman
December 12, 2002
My condolences to the family and co-workers of a fallen postal brother.
Secretary/Treasurer
Alabama Postal Workers Union (APWU)
Pam Lynch
December 12, 2002
My deepest sympathy to Mr. Fussell's family and friends.As a fellow carrier,I hope we can do something to prevent another family from experiencing your pain. We're going to try.
Jack Wood, NALC BR462
December 12, 2002
My deepest sympathy to the family and friends, co-workers of James Fussell. We lost a decorated war Veteran and a Senior Letter Carrier, he will be missed both at home and at work I'm sure. Thanks James for all that you did for us while you were walking beside us. Save me a place in the shade on an all mounted route, I'll see you at the clock
Bobby Armistead
December 12, 2002
As the President of Branch 364 of the NALC in Clarksville, Tennessee, I extend the heartfelt sympathy of our entire membership to the friends and family of Jim Fussell. May God comfort you and give you the peace of heart and mind that surpassess all human imagination.
Jacky Treviranus
December 12, 2002
We in the Duluth Post Office have been talking about Jim and we feel so very sorry for those who are left to mourn his passing. This is felt all through the Postal family. We are so sorry.
Dennis Taylor
December 12, 2002
My thoughts are with you at this time. I know how hard it must be for your loved ones Jim. As a 54 year old fellow Vietnam vet and fellow Postal employee I know what you endured! Rest in Peace.
Kevin Lyons
December 12, 2002
I am very sorry for your loss. May a loving God ease your grieving hearts.
George Pammer
December 12, 2002
May you be able to find strength in the support from letter carrier brothers and sisters. I am truly sorry for your loss and pray that the Postal Service observes this tragedy and changes its policy so no other family will have to go through what you are. You have my familys prayers.
Letter Carrier
Branch 6000
Ron Pritchard
December 12, 2002
May God be with you !
H. Ray Harrington
December 12, 2002
Our sympathies are extended to Mr. Fussell's family for their tragic loss. The postal family mourns your loss.
Former Letter Carrier and retired Postmaster.
Carol Decker
December 12, 2002
God bless you Jim Fussell and keep your Family close. My deepest condoleces. Carol Decker, member NALC #78
Audna Lang
December 12, 2002
May GOD grant you peace.
Jewel Butler
December 12, 2002
May God watch over your family and friends
W. L. Barden
December 11, 2002
Offering our prayers and sympathies to the family and friends of Brother Fussell from Augusta Ga.
Karen Breeden
December 11, 2002
My thought's and prayer's go out to Mr. Fussell's family in their time of need. May the Lord bless you.
Dave Matteson
December 11, 2002
Last night during our Branch meeting we had a moment of silence for Jim. We didn't know him but he was one of our Brothers and we send much sympathy to his loved ones.
Dave Matteson, Scribe, Branch 3166
David Bavero
December 11, 2002
I am so sorry and offer my sympathy to the family. Perhaps something good will become of this tragic event for other Postal employees and we can thank you for this.
jon tackett
December 11, 2002
My sympathy for the family of brother Fussell. May he rest in peace.
Teresa Kerzner
December 11, 2002
Another of the many letter carriers across this nation who offers her humble prayers to the Fussell family.
Dave Evans
December 11, 2002
I had the pleasure of bowling in a league with Jim for a number of years in Raytown, Missouri. A nicer guy you'd never meet. My sympathy to Jim's family and friends. He will definitely be missed.
Don Thompson
December 11, 2002
Deepest sympathies to Jims family and my thoughts and prayers to all that knew Jim.
Nicole Orlando
December 11, 2002
I bowled on the same league as Jim and we all on the league send our deepest sympothy to his family. we will miss him greatly.
Nicole Orlando
Wednesday Night League at sterling bowl
Debbie Thornton
December 10, 2002
This death is such a shame. Too bad he was ONLY trying to do his job. He will be missed. Thank you Jim, for all of your hard work & dedication.
Cheryl Parsley
December 10, 2002
I would like to express my condolences to the family and friends of James Fussell, I too, have never meet him, but also I am a carrier. His loss is unnecessary.
If saftey is a true issue, then none of us would be out there in the dark. And James would still be with us. My God Bless his family and help them in this time of sorrow and need.
Gary Mills
December 8, 2002
To the Family and Friends of Brother Fussell I extend my heartfelt sympathy and prayers to you at this most difficult time.
Although I did not personally know Jim as a fellow Missouri Letter Carrier I feel a kindred spirit with him.
As time goes by may your cherished memories of Jim ease your pain.
God bless you.
Robert Bales
December 7, 2002
To the Family of Jim Fussell:
I did not know Jim personally, but I am one of his 300,000 Brothers that work as a carrier for the Postal Service. I want you to know that I am hard at work to see that carriers like Jim no longer have to work after dark. The carriers of Local 671 are so sorry that this accident occurred. You have our deepest sympathy.
Ann Hubbard
December 7, 2002
My deepest sympathies go out to Jim's family and friends. Jim was my mail carrier and someone that all of us on his route depended on and appreciated. We are all so very sorry about your loss.
Tyler Yarbrough
December 7, 2002
I am a friend of Hayley Price, Mr.Fussell's niece. I never knew Mr.Fussell personally, but the way Hayley spoke of her family let me know how important they are to her. At times like these family is all that matters, you come together in ways that would not have been possible any other way. I know that people always say this, but God truly has a plan for everyone. Things aren't always as they seem. I pray that the Fussell family is comforted throughout this time and may God's love grab hold of their hearts and minds at a time when the heart is grieving and the mind is tired. The family will remain in my prayers.
Betty Barnes
December 6, 2002
My heartfelt sympathies go out to the entire Fussell family. Jim was my mail carrier for a long time, he wasn't a talker, but he always made time to give my children his used rubber bands for their rubber band balls. I regret not making more time to know him better. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
chris and josie hartnett
December 6, 2002
It was a late september day in 1976, I was drinking a coke in the thrid floor break room at the big house, sitting alone, minding my own business, when a guy who was destinted to be a great influence on my life strolled up and asked if I wanted to go out with him and a couple of guys after work. Thats how I met Jim after two weeks at the PO, he had decided I was someone to know. It was like I had found a long lost brother, and we became great friend's over the years. It seems like we were always together when something great happened to us or our kids, or when something tragic happened and we were their to help pick up the pieces. Fu always told me he would lead my way into retirement. I know this is not what he meant. Kathy, Stacy, you know Josie and I are always here for you. We always have been and we always will be. We will be there on Saturday. We miss him terribly, I can only hope he has tracked down the doo-dah man.
Lucy A. Arnone
December 6, 2002
To the Fussell Family: I never even knew his name until this week but every day he walked up my driveway to deliver my mail. He never said much maybe a "hi" or mention of the weather. If I had a question about mailing something I would follow him down my driveway because he never stopped walking. He was a hard worker. My brother was also in Vietnam in Special Forces, I wish I would have spoke to him a little more but he was always on the move. I was very sad to hear about the accident. I will miss seeing him coming up my drive everyday to deliver my mail. My Thought's & Prayer's go out to his family.
LAFAYE ALLEN
December 6, 2002
TO THE FAMILY OF JIM FUSSELL,
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOU FOR YOUR LOSS.
I MET JIM ABOUT 10 YEARS AGO WHEN I WORKED AT SOUTHEAST STATION. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HIS EARLY MORNING JOKE BEFORE HE WENT OUT ON HIS ROUTE. HE ALWAYS SAID IT WOULD BRIGHTEN MY DAY AND MAKE HIS A LITTLE BETTER. A VERY KIND MAN IS WHAT I REMEMBER OF HIM.
MAY GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOUR FAMILY FOREVER IN HIS GRACES.
SINCERELY,
LAFAYE ALLEN
RETIRED POSTAL EMPLOYEE
Regina Reffitt ( Davenport)
December 6, 2002
My deepest heartfelt sympathy goes to the Entire Fussell Family. I fondly remember lots of childhood memories of Jim. Being one of Cathy's bestfriend through elementary & middle school I Know how wonderful of a father he was to her & Stacie.He will be deeply missed.He was also my mom's letter carrier & I Know that he served his country well wether it was in the service or with the post office. I am sorry that I can not make it to the service on Sat. But I will have your entire family in my thoughts & Prayers.May God be with you all at this time of need.
Sincerley
Regina Reffitt
JOYCE RAMSEY
December 6, 2002
MAY GOD BE WITH YOU!
Jim Petesch
December 6, 2002
The Gladstone Post Office Family sends our thoughts, prayers and sympathy to the Family of Jim Fussell.
Steve Edmondson
December 6, 2002
Please accept my deepest sympathy in the loss of Jim. As a PTF City Carrier in the Raytown Post Office, I met Jim shortly after I started in February. I consider myself blessed to have known Jim these past few months, and I am honored and pleased to have considered him a friend and a brother. Thanks to Jim, every cloudy, drizzly, dark, dank day will forever more be known as "a sunny day in 'Nam," to many of us who had the privilege of knowing and working with him. Monday night, I watched the Vietnam movie, "We Were Soldiers." It's message moved me to thank Jim, personally, Tuesday morning for his service in the war and the sacrifices he and his fellow veterans had made for "the rest of us." I will forever cherish that moment and every memory of your dear Jim. I look forward to the day that we will all see him again in God's kingdom. May God bless you all.--Steve Edmondson
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