Percy John Bussard, Sr.

Percy John Bussard, Sr, 86, Lisbon Ohio was reunited with his beloved wife Shirley whom he missed dearly on October 12, 2025.  He was born on December 15, 1938 in Providence Twp., Bedford County, Pennsylvania. Percy and his wife Shirley moved to the Boardman, Ohio area in August of 1960 and lived at the Lisbon address since September of 1970.

He is survived by his children Rick Smith, Columbiana, OH; Vickie married to Shannon Hull, East Palestine, OH; Percy Bussard, Jr. married to Barbara (Gaston), Lisbon, OH; Greg Bussard, Columbiana, OH; Stanley Bussard married to Lisa (Kotsch), Lisbon, OH; grandchildren: Joe Bortmas, Leetonia, OH; Regina Bortmas, Wooster, OH; Chelsea Wilson (Bussard), East Palestine, OH; Corey Bussard married to Caliegh (Earhart), Pittsburgh, PA. and Nathaniel “Nate” Bussard, Lisbon, OH; and seven great-grandchildren: Caden and Jordan Bortmas, Jaden, Gage, and Clayton Wilson and Emilene and Sawyer Bussard.  Also surviving is his sister Elsie Carbaugh.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 68 years Shirley Jean Bussard who passed away August 10, 2025. In addition to his wife he was also preceded in death by his parents Stanley Earl and Catherine Bussard as well as his siblings Vera Weyant Helman, Mary Jane Dicken, Maxine Phillips, and Earl Bussard.

He was a member of the Franklin Square United Methodist Church.

Percy traveled extensively across most of the 50 states as a semi-truck driver until retirement. His trucking journey took him across the miles along with his wife beside him. A skilled woodworker, Percy enjoyed spending time in his garage, creating many beautiful pieces and tinkering with projects that reflected his passion and craftsmanship. He found joy in putting puzzles together with his wife. Whether they were mowing the grass together or sitting outside on the porch swing, Percy cherished these simple pleasures of life.

He will be dearly missed by all of his family and friends.

His family would like to add a special thank you to Ohio Living Hospice for the exceptional care he received from them. 

Friends and family will be received on Friday, October 17, 2025 from 1:00 P.M. to 1:30 P.M.  at the Akers Funeral Home, Inc., 299 Raystown Road, Everett, PA 15537.  At 1:30 P.M. we will depart to the Union Memorial Cemetery for a graveside service with Jack Weyant officiating.

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