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Elsie Hammond Lusk Click for Condolences      Printable Version 1910 - 2006 Elsie Hammond Lusk, 96, formerly of 435 First Avenue, Gallipolis, died Sunday, October 22, 2006, at the Corinne Dolan Center at Heather Hill, in Chardon, Ohio, following an extended illness. She was born on January 30, 1910 in Cadiz, Kentucky, to the late Gordon B. And Julia M. Hammond. She graduated from Cadiz, KY. High School in 1926 and received her B.A. degree in Latin and education in 1929, from Bowling Green State Teachers College, now Bowling Green State University, in Bowling Green, Kentucky, and later graduated from the Bowling Green College of Commerce. She assumed her first teaching position in Herndon, West Virginia that same year; and taught high school business subjects at Herndon High School, and then at Woodrow Wilson High School in Beckley, West Virginia. She also served as an executive secretary at the McBee Company in Athens, Ohio, before moving to Gallipolis. In 1951, after the birth of her children, she resumed her teaching career at Gallia Academy High School, in Gallipolis, where she served until her retirement in 1976. While at Gallia Academy, she was the commercial and business teacher and director of GAHS’s first cooperative office education program, affiliated with the Ohio Department of Education. In this role, she placed her commercial students in local businesses throughout Gallia County, many of whom assumed lifelong careers in business education in Southeastern Ohio. She also directed student clubs and activities at GAHS, including Tri Hi Y, and for many years she sponsored the junior class in its plans and decorations for the Junior-Senior Prom. She was a member of Grace United Methodist Church in Gallipolis and served as church secretary, co-chair of the Sunday School, a member of Grace Guild, and advisor to the Methodist Youth Fellowship. Another of her favorite activities was serving as a charter member of the Gallipolis Garden Club, where she entered winning flower arrangements over many years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Aven Denzle Lusk, her sister Mary Hammond Boggs, her brother Terry White Hammond, and is survived by her brother, James H. Hammond, daughters Mary Ann Lusk Jorgenson and Nancy Lusk Zimpher (and Kenneth Howey); son, Rodney Hammond Lusk (and Sandy Lusk); grandchildren, Simon (and Jenni) Jorgenson, David (and Melissa) Jorgenson, Allison Lusk, Andrew Lusk, and Fletcher Zimpher. Memorial services will be conducted at 1 p.m. on Saturday, October 28, at the McCoy-Moore Funeral Home, Wetherholt Chapel, 420 First Ave., Gallipolis, with Rev. Doug Stockton officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home one hour prior to services, at noon on Saturday. A private burial service will be held at Mound Hill Cemetery. Memorial gifts may be made to the Grace United Methodist Church, 600 Second Ave., Gallipolis, OH 45631. Condolences can be emailed to www.timeformemory.com/mm.

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Carolyn Sue (Johnson) Montgomery sues@siscom.net Wednesday November 1, 2006 at 9:39 AM

Elsie Hammond Lusk was my business teacher at Gallia Academy High School. She was considered to be a "tough" teacher and many students dreaded her classes. To me, she was someone who raised the bar high and expected me to go over it. She was committed to giving her students all the best of her time and talents. Without her, I would not have honed my secretarial skills to a level that enabled me to rise to the highest ranks of executive secretaries. When I moved into a management position with a multinational corporation, I depended on secretaries to handle many tasks for me. Because I understood what a secretary should be, like my beloved teacher, I too set the bar high. For the last 20 years, I have owned and operated my own business. I base my success on having excellent business skills...skills Mrs. Lusk helped me acquire during those treasured high school days. Several years ago during a visit to Gallipolis, I had the opportunity to visit with Mrs. Lusk and tell her what a strong impact she had on my life. I thanked her for helping me to succeed in business and in life. She was a most gracious hostess and remembered me. She even pulled out the 1965 year book that chronicled the events that took place during the year of my graduation from Gallia Academy High School. No, I did not keep in touch with Mrs. Lusk over the years, but she will always occupy a special place in my heart and my memory, and, yes, I will miss her very much. Carolyn Sue (Johnson) Montgomery

Linda (Casey) Lane beautifulohio@yahoo.com Tuesday October 31, 2006 at 3:26 PM

I knew Elsie Lusk as my teacher, my co-worker, and my friend. When I accepted a job at Gallia Academy after graduation in 1967, her friendship meant a lot to me. Although she was no longer my teacher, she helped me learn my new job and taught me how to do my own taxes--something that has served me well ever since! She never seemed too tired or to busy to help a student. She always wanted us to be our best and her encouragement meant a lot. I have thought about her many times over the years and wished that all business students could have an instructor of her caliber. She is responsible for a lot of successful graduates! I was very sorry to hear of her passing. She will always remain in our memories.

John Sheets jjsheets@charter.net Saturday October 28, 2006 at 7:43 PM

Nancy, I was sorry to read of your mother's passing. I know we talked about her at the reunion. I certainly would have stopped by the funeral home, however we had just arrived home Friday night from a week's vacation, and I did not get the accumulated Tribunes read until Saturday night. Warmest regards, John

Jim Dailey jldailey@charter.net Thursday October 26, 2006 at 5:41 PM

Mary Ann,Nancy and Roger, I am sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. She was the quintessential teacher. There was never any fluff in any of her descriptions of the COE students she sent to work for me. She would tell all of their shortcomings first and then say "You need to hire them" and she was always right. Because of the professionalism that she instilled in all her students, each went on to become sucessful leaders. I can't close without a comment about your Father. He had the ability to light up a room with that smile of his and his wit was outstanding. I still use this quote of his. When asked if he was afraid of using his job, his answer was " I wasn't looking for this job when I found it." You were blessed with wonderful parents. Be as proud of them as they were of you. Sincerely, Jim Dailey

Sheila George Zinn AmosHedges@aol.com Thursday October 26, 2006 at 10:50 AM

I remember Mrs. Lusk as a wonderful teacher, as well as an attractive and active lady within our church. Please accept my condolences! Sheila George Zinn

Sue Cox Francis Thursday October 26, 2006 at 9:40 AM

Rodney (Class of '62') & Family, Mrs. Lusk was one of my favorite teachers and truly a fine "lady". She taught all of her "girls" (in the Commercial Business Course) to respect others and always be professional in life regardless of the paths we would choose to follow. I have several memories of speaking with her when she lived on First Ave. I shared with her the things she taught me I could summarize in a few words that I try to live by in my work and family life: "People don't care what you know - until they know you care"! What a wonderful legacy. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Sue Cox Francis

Pete NIbert Thursday October 26, 2006 at 5:55 AM

Elsie was a favorite of mine as a former teacher and neighbor. I always enjoyed sitting on the deck talking to Shoes and Elsie. Pete

Donna (Porter) Rothgeb Wednesday October 25, 2006 at 9:22 AM

I am so sorry to hear about Ms. Lusk. She was a teacher that we could never forget. I remember thinking she was the worst teacher that anyone could have because she was so tough. It was always said that "that is the teacher you will remember the most and the one from which you will learn the most". It was true! She was a wonderful teacher and because of Ms. Lusk I am where I am today! I know she will be greatly missed by all. The family is in our prayers and thoughts. Ms. Lusk, you will never be forgotten and I wish to thank you for being such a wonderful teacher to me and all the others that you touched. Class of 1968 (Donna Porter)

Susan Clark Chandler Susanchandler@pdskcpa.com Tuesday October 24, 2006 at 9:57 PM

My sisters and I had Mrs. Lusk as a teacher. She taught us how to be a professional and it has carried through to our adult lives. To this day if we see someone be unprofessional in their job one of us always says "Mrs. Lusk wouldn't like that". She was very well liked and respected as a teacher and a person.

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