Ervin Thomas Fuson
November 24, 2014
Ervin Thomas Fuson, 91, went home to his Lord and Savior on Monday, November 24, 2014. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, November 29 at 10:00 a.m. at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines. Family will greet friends following the service. Burial will be at Bondurant Cemetery.
Ervin was born on November 8, 1923 in Winterset, IA to Lester and Rubina (Bole) Fuson. He graduated from North High School in Des Moines. He served in the Army during World War II. Ervin was privileged to take the Honor Flight to Washington, DC in 2009. He worked for IMT Insurance Company for over 40 years retiring in 1989 as Executive Vice President.
Ervin had many interests and talents. He was the Pastor at Vine Street Gospel Chapel, sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ for over 60 years. He volunteered with Iowa Lutheran Hospital Auxiliary for over 20 years, serving as President and in various leadership positions. Ervin also enjoyed gardening, reading, traveling and attending events for his grandchildren. He was a devoted family man. He built their house in the early 50’s, the only home they ever had. Remarkable in this age of transition.
He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Miriam; children, Michael (Cynthia) Fuson, Steven (Mary Jo) Fuson, Keith Fuson, and Karen (Terry) Wells; grandchildren, Pamela (John) Beckman, Deborah (Louis) Holub, Tyler (Jennifer) Wells, Nathan (Lindsay) Wells, Jacob (Colleen) Wells, Samuel Fuson, Rebecca (Matthew) Weller, David (Nicki) Fuson, and Rachel Fuson; and 9 great-grandchildren. Ervin was preceded in death by his parents, and his sister, Doris Whitman.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Iowa Lutheran Hospital Auxiliary. Condolences may be expressed online at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Bonnie
11/28/2014
We know that Ervin's light will continue to shine and his example of grace and love endure. I will always remember and be grateful for his influence on our lives. Love & prayers for God's comfort and strength in your time of loss.
Ivan & Elsie Rogers
11/28/2014
OUR TRIBUTE TO REV. ERVIN T. FUSON - Age 91 - (R.I.P).
" He was a 'good' man, full of the Holy Spirit and faith, and a great number of people were brought to the Lord" (Acts 11:24 (NIV)...
Good Husband & Roll Model,
Good Father,
Good Shepherd,
Good Neighbor,
Good Friend.
Bro.Richard
11/28/2014
God shall cause His perfect will to be done in all the earth as it is in heaven. God shall bring us all into the peaceful and righteous dominion of His reign. Bro. Ervin was an extension of that peace and righteousness to me. I will continue "leaning" on him spiritually.
David and Kathy Lien
11/26/2014
We are saddened to hear of the passing of your father, Mike. We are keeping you and you entire family in our thoughts and prayers.
Kathy and David Lien
Jane Renaud Person
11/26/2014
So very sorry to hear of your father's passing, however he is in a wonderful place with his Lord and Savior. May God's grace, comfort and peace be with you at this difficult time.
Steve Hanke
11/26/2014
A Honorable MAN. A great teacher.
A Man of GOD. Always a shining example of a real MAN.
Dee and Jim Vickery
11/25/2014
What great memories we have of Erv and the many IMT years together seeing the company expand from one line of insurance into a multi-state property and casualty insurer. Erv was THE consummate gentleman. We are sorry to not attend the service on Saturday as we are visiting family in northern VA. Great memories keep a person with us as we, too, look forward to eternal life.