Josephine Ann Fueston, aged 87, loving wife, mother, Nan and Grand-Nan, passed away September 6th, 2025.She was born in London, England to her parents Frank and Mary Digweed and was the youngest of eleven children. She lived through WW II during the Blitz of London, losing her family’s home on numerous occasions. Later, in London she would meet her future husband Clayton Fueston while he was stationed with USAF in England during the Korean War.She moved to the States where she and Clay were married on June 11th, 1955 in Saint Joseph, Missouri. They were happily married for 52 years.They settled in Leavenworth, Kansas where she started a career in healthcare at Cushing Memorial Hospital. She loved her job and made lifelong friendships while employed there. She retired from Cushing Memorial Hospital with over 40 years of service.She and Clay had a small family with just one child, a daughter, Michelle. The family grew to three Grandsons and four Great Grand Children. Her relationship with them all, was a very close one filled with deep love and laughter.She is preceded in death by,Her parents, Frank and Mary, brothers and sisters,Frank, Tilly, Kenneth, Jim, Ron, Nellie, Harry, Pam, Patsy and BillieAnd her beloved husband Clay.She is survived by, her daughter Michelle (Charles) Gray, Grandsons, Lane (Siobhan) Gray, Seth (Madeline) Gray, and Luke Gray. Her Great Grand Children, Amy, Josephine, Tilly and Oliver Gray.There will be a Celebration of Life at the Riverfront Community Center, September 21, 2025 from 2-4 pm at 123 S. Esplanade Street, Leavenworth, KS 66048. Please, feel free to share your stories about your times together!
There will be a Celebration of Life at the Riverfront Community Center, September 21, 2025 from 2-4 pm at 123 S. Esplanade Street, Leavenworth, KS 66048. Please, feel free to share your stories about your times together!
Granddaughter in law ,Leavenworth ,Kansas
Jo, more fondly known as Nan or G-Nan was such a bright and vibrant person. She left an impression on anyone she met. She told me many stories from her childhood in England with such color and detail. The life she lived was a remarkable one. It has been such a privilege for me to grow up and become a part of the family she created. Her fiery personality cemented so many lasting memories that I will always treasure. She was not afraid to tell you how she felt about something and had such a kind and loving heart. She made little moments feel big and special. I will miss her smile and great big laugh, the kind of laugh that made you smile and laugh right along with her. I am forever grateful to have been a part of her life.
Friend ,Leavenworth ,Kansas
"I was heartbroken to learn of your loss. Your mother was a truly special person, I will always remember sitting together or standing watching the horse shows. She was always there!! Her legacy lives on in all of you. Please know that I am thinking of you and sending all my love and support." Lisa Graham
