Teo Fusco Obituary

Fusco,

You were on my first ia, you were there the first time I flew on ia as well. Fire 186 2021 was a dream come true for me as a rookie fire fighter. So many of my supervisors/teachers gave up on me because I was hard to teach. You never did. An as a team, your kindness and fairness made it easier for me to succeed. I am a better man and fire fighter today because of you. I still have a long way to go. A very hard way to go. But I will carry you with me. I thank you for being a great teacher and leader to me. See you around boss.

-Knight

Oh Vince and Velesta, I was reading the Rescue Mission newsletter this morning and saw your son´s name in memorial. It makes my heart so sad to hear of this terrible loss. Sending loving thoughts to you. Your old friend Julie Fergel (now Lageson)

I just found out, I always adored Teo. From running around and playing as kids in the old Doghouse Pizza place, all through Weller, and lathrop he was a soul that always shined. I was always so envious of his girlfriends because he had such a big heart and loved with all of it. Encourages me to reach out to people I love when they cross my mind. I have thought about Tao so much... wanting to tell him how much I admired his soul. Until we meet again, my old friend... Velesta and Pauline, please reach out to me when you are ready to organize a get together this summer, I would like to help out anyway I can. Thank you.

I grew up with Teo and his sister, I haven't spoken or seen him in so long, I am so sad to hear of his passing. Vince and Valesta and Pauline you all are in my prayers and I am so so very sorry that this has happened

I enjoyed Spring Fire classes and interacting with Fusco on Fire Assignments in Alaska. I admired his positive presence regardless the situation.

Rest easy Teo. Your fire family carries you in our hearts.

I had the pleasure of working adjacent to Teo for a few seasons, as well as directly with him on several occassions. He was exceptionally bright and had an amazing sense of humor. It seemed like he could troubleshoot any mechanical issue, use creativity to come up with solutions to problems and help you with whatever you needed, all while making you laugh uncontrollably the whole time. I looked up to him and learned a lot from him. I´ll miss knowing you´re out there, Fusco.

I only overlapped with Teo for a few seasons at forestry, but I really admired his kindness and patience teaching new firefighters. He had a great sense of humor and was a joy to be around.

My heart is with you. <3 Sending a hug

Condolences to the family and all of his friends.
So very sorry to all that loved him.
May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories and stories.

One of a kind.

Rest in Peace, Teo.

I was Teo's sixth grade teacher and loved his kindness and creativity. I was just thinking about him the other day and hoped he was doing well. This breaks my heart that the world lost such a bright and shining person.

Miss you friend.

Teo, his smile brightened every room, his ability to make others smile and be better, his attitude and behavior made me want to be, to do better. He is certainly missed, love and best wishes to his family, I am so sorry for the loss of the loving man.

I am so very sorry for your loss. Teo was very kind to me when I got older & became an EFF Prevention Officer, Camp Manager & Engine Boss. My best regards to you both. Sincerely
Gary Hopkins

I remember when Teo first came to work at Fairbanks Area Forestry. Over the years alot of techs have come and gone, but Fusco was one of the best.

The loss of Teo leaves a huge hole. He was surely missed when he left Forestry to work elsewhere, but we all knew that he was a proud, proud papa. A gentle soul, a good friend. RIP Teo. Heartfelt condolences to Teo's son and his family.

So sorry to read this. Teo was not only a good human, but he was also an outstanding mentor to upcoming firefighters. Deepest condolences to all of Teo's loved ones. Teo...you will be missed my friend. RIP.

Teo and I came up together in our fire careers at Fairbanks Forestry. He was a good friend and I always thought of him as my big brother. I am grateful for all he taught me, his leadership and for the fun times we had fighting fires. He took care of his people. He is greatly missed and fondly remembered. Love you Fusco, and all you guys at FAF.

I am so sorry to hear this. Teo was a great friend and co-worker at Forestry. Many laughs and many memories. Teo was so kind and caring. And when you met him you knew it. His love for his family and son was great. Teo, this world lost an awesome human. Fly high my friend. Till we meet again. Love and prayers brother.

Won´t forget ya man

Teo was a friend and a co-worker at Forestry and was always such a kind hearted person. He loved his son more than anything. His whole purpose was to be a good provider for his son. So sorry for your loss. He will sincerely be missed my many.

Teo.... You´re the man. A lot of memories with you. I´ll always remember how happy you were to know you were having a baby boy. This sucks. I hate how it´s never good news when someone calls you from an old job. Rest in peace friend.

Teo was a friend and co-worker at Forestry with me. I watched him grow into an adult. He loved his baby. He was such a loving, kind, friend. I'm so sorry for the family's loss.

All my Love to the Fusco family.