Debra Lusk

ATHENS – Debra J. Lusk, 65, of Athens, formerly of Bud, passed away Monday, October 26, 2015 at her residence. Debby was born September 5, 1950 at Bluefield Hospital in Bluefield, WV and was the daughter of the late William P. Lusk and Roberta Carson Lusk of Bud. At 2 years of age, Debby contracted polio – a disabling disease that limited her physical abilities but did little to affect her independent spirit and determination. After graduating Herndon High School in 1968, Debby worked at Wyoming General Hospital for a year prior to enrolling at Concord College where she completed a BS degree and teaching certification in English. Determined to be a positive influence and example of independence and success, Debby pursued a MA degree and certification in special education at the WV College of Graduate Studies (now Marshall University). She taught both elementary and high school special education until her retirement from Wyoming County Schools in 2002. Throughout her life, Debby traveled extensively, was a sponsor of student organizations, and a member of the WV State Special Education Advisory Council. She was a member of Athens Baptist Church. Debby is survived by her mother, Roberta Lusk; her two sisters, Diane Quesenberry of Athens and Linda Clark of Frametown, WV; her brother, William (Bill) Lusk and wife Yvonne of Floyd, VA; two nieces, Melissa Wilson and Christina Hughes and husband Drew; five nephews, Joseph Quesenberry, IV and wife Fran, Andy Lusk, Aaron Lusk and wife Krista, Jarrod Lusk and Nathan Clark. Also left to cherish her memory are five great-nieces, Ari, Ali, Abi, Rhys and Kyndal; two great-nephews, Brandon and Collin; and special friends, Sandra Goodwin and Dr. Nancy Burton (Burt); and Debby’s beloved papillon, “Baby.” A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, October 29, 2015 at Athens Baptist Church in Athens, WV with the Reverend Charles Drake officiating. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to either the March of Dimes or Athens Baptist Church. The family will receive friends Thursday, October 29, 2015 from 1:00 p.m. until service hour at the Athens Baptist Church in Athens, WV. Arrangements by Bailey-Kirk Funeral Home in Princeton. To view a video tribute to Debby, or share online condolences with the family, please visit www.bailey-kirk.com.

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Debra Lusk

September 5, 1950 - October 26, 2015