In Memory Of
Harry L. Heusted
1945
2012
Harry L. Heusted
January 7, 1945 — January 21, 2012
Harry L. Heusted, II, of Topeka, passed away Saturday, January 21, 2012 at home surrounded by his family, friends and loving dog, Hannah.
He was born January 7, 1945 in Hutchinson, KS, the son of Harry "Loring" and Rosemary (Horton) Heusted. He was a 1963 graduate of Highland Park High School and attended Washburn University.
Harry was employed by Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company in the Distribution Center, retiring in 2007 after 43 years of service.
Harry married Carol J. Connell Dickens on October 21, 1995 at Highland Park United Methodist Church, Topeka. She survives of the home. Other survivors include two siblings, Aletha A. (Jim) Wilson and Kevin D. (Terrie) Heusted, all of Topeka; and niece, Christine (Sherrick) Saunders, and their children, Brianna and Jordan; niece, Jennifer (Bill) Baldwin and their children, Taylor and Colin; nephew, Rob (Brenda) Wilson and their children, Paige and Raef; niece, Amanda (Mark) Foltz and their children, Kirsten, Lane, Bella and Evie; nephew, Branden Heusted; his aunt, Jean Heusted Tufts and family; a brother-in-law, Chuck (Renelda) Connell; a niece, Jessica and her son, Jace; and a nephew, T.J. (Beth) Wedeking and their daughter, Haley.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Leland Heusted and two great-nephews, Wesley and Michael.
Harry enjoyed camping, fishing, working in the garden, KU Basketball, a good bottle of wine, cooking for and spending time with family and friends. In the spring, he was an avid turkey hunter. He loved cars, especially street rods. He also restored antique cars. Harry had a great passion for all types of music, particularly the Blues.
Mr. Heusted was cremated. A memorial ceremony will be 11 a.m., Saturday, January 28, 2912 at the Highland Park United Methodist Church, 2914 SE Michigan Ave Topeka, KS 66605. The interment of cremains will be at the Hoyt Cemetery and a celebration of Harry's life will be announced at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to University of Nebraska Medical Center, Solid Organ Transplant Unit, 987400 Nebraska Medical Center Omaha, NE 68198-7400 or to Midland Care Hospice of Kansas, 200 SW Frazier Circle, Topeka, KS 66606. Penwell-Gabel Parker-Price Chapel is assisting the family.
He was born January 7, 1945 in Hutchinson, KS, the son of Harry "Loring" and Rosemary (Horton) Heusted. He was a 1963 graduate of Highland Park High School and attended Washburn University.
Harry was employed by Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company in the Distribution Center, retiring in 2007 after 43 years of service.
Harry married Carol J. Connell Dickens on October 21, 1995 at Highland Park United Methodist Church, Topeka. She survives of the home. Other survivors include two siblings, Aletha A. (Jim) Wilson and Kevin D. (Terrie) Heusted, all of Topeka; and niece, Christine (Sherrick) Saunders, and their children, Brianna and Jordan; niece, Jennifer (Bill) Baldwin and their children, Taylor and Colin; nephew, Rob (Brenda) Wilson and their children, Paige and Raef; niece, Amanda (Mark) Foltz and their children, Kirsten, Lane, Bella and Evie; nephew, Branden Heusted; his aunt, Jean Heusted Tufts and family; a brother-in-law, Chuck (Renelda) Connell; a niece, Jessica and her son, Jace; and a nephew, T.J. (Beth) Wedeking and their daughter, Haley.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Leland Heusted and two great-nephews, Wesley and Michael.
Harry enjoyed camping, fishing, working in the garden, KU Basketball, a good bottle of wine, cooking for and spending time with family and friends. In the spring, he was an avid turkey hunter. He loved cars, especially street rods. He also restored antique cars. Harry had a great passion for all types of music, particularly the Blues.
Mr. Heusted was cremated. A memorial ceremony will be 11 a.m., Saturday, January 28, 2912 at the Highland Park United Methodist Church, 2914 SE Michigan Ave Topeka, KS 66605. The interment of cremains will be at the Hoyt Cemetery and a celebration of Harry's life will be announced at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to University of Nebraska Medical Center, Solid Organ Transplant Unit, 987400 Nebraska Medical Center Omaha, NE 68198-7400 or to Midland Care Hospice of Kansas, 200 SW Frazier Circle, Topeka, KS 66606. Penwell-Gabel Parker-Price Chapel is assisting the family.
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