Hubert Earl Fussell, age 68, of Teachey died Thursday, May 5, 2011 at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.

He was born August 22, 1942 in Duplin County and was the son of Pearlie Inez Pelt Powell of Teachey and the late William Hubert Fussell. He was also predeceased by his daughter, Cynthia Denise Fussell and son, Curtis Fussell.

Mr. Fussell served his country honorably in the US Army and was employed at Valley Protein as Lead Electrician.

In addition to his mother, Earl leaves behind to cherish his memory, his loving wife of 41 years, Carolyn Cavenaugh Fussell of the home; his sons, Hubert Jacob Fussell of the home, James Earl Fussell of Castle Hayne, Michael Simmons Fussell and wife, Marlo of Rose Hill, Kenneth Cavenaugh of Castle Hayne and Lee Cavenaugh of Rocky Point; special grandson, William Michael Fussell; brothers, Lewis Joseph Fussell and wife, Hazel and William Nathan Fussell, all of Teachey; sisters, Ella Mae Fussell Morrison and husband, Doug of New Bern, Joyce Fussell Teachey and husband, Joe of Teachey and Deborah Jane Fussell of Hampstead; sister-in-law, Gwen Cavenaugh of Wilmington and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

Funeral service will be 11:00 am Saturday, May 7, 2011 at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home Wallace Chapel with the Rev. Richard Phillips officiating.

Burial will follow in Fussell Family Cemetery in Teachey.

The family will receive friends from 10:00 to 11:00 am, one hour prior the service on Saturday, May 7, 2011 at the funeral home.

Earl was a loving son and devoted husband, father and brother. He found great joy in the simplest of things, but his greatest joy was family. With his timid personality and gentle nature he was loved by all. Earl, who was an avid fan of Wallace-Rose Hill enjoyed supporting the "Bulldogs". His favorite pastime was spending time with his family and sitting on the front porch with Tinker his dog. Being a hard worker, he was a great provider for his family. Earl will be greatly missed but wonderful memories will forever remain in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

Condolences may made to the Fussel family below.