A.A. “Double A ” Fussell , age 81, of Wilmington passed away peacefully on June 16, 2018 at Lower Cape Fear Hospice and LifeCareCenter.
He was born January 6, 1937 in Duplin County, North Carolina the son of the late Ruth and Arlie Fussell.
Mr. Fussell proudly served his country in the United States Army as a medic. Following his service in the military he was employed with the Rail Road as a conductor and retired after a fulfilling 38 year career. A. A. chartered fishing boats and had a captain’s license, loved to be outdoors hunting, fishing and farming. He had a talent to of being able to fix anything, read numerous books to acquire knowledge on all subject matter and could carve wood blocks into artful ducks or other birds.
Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 29 years, Jill “Beanie” Fussell of the home; brother, Norwood Fussell; sister, Eleanor Woodruff; canine companions, Diesel and Tinker; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A private celebration of life will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Lower Cape Fear Hospice Foundation, 1414 Physicians Drive, Wilmington, NC 28401 or the Lake Waccamaw Boys and Girls Home, 400 Flemington Dr, Lake Waccamaw, NC 28450.
Please share memories and condolences with the family at www.coastalcremations.com
Coastal Cremations, 6 Jacksonville Street, Wilmington, NC 28403. 910.392.6032
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Our thoughts and prayers are with Beanie and all of the Fussell family. Fussell was loved by all that knew him and will be missed by all.
Love,
Bea & Jimmy
Beanie, Fussell will be missed deeply by all those who knew him and loved him! We pray memories and the love of all who surround you get you and Fussell’s family through this difficult time.
Love,
Don & Nancy
I am so sorry to hear about Fussell. Prayers and love for Beanie and the Fussell family. The world has been robbed of a sweet man, may he rest in peace. Hugs for Beanie.
I am so sorry to hear about Fussell. Prayers and love for Beanie and the Fussell family. The world has been robbed of a sweet man, may he rest in peace. Hugs for Beanie. Love, Emily
May God bless Beanie and the Fussell family with faith and strength. A.A. was a wonderful person and as good a friend as could be found. He will be missed.
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