Donna J. Motot

Byron G. Kusian, 76, of Oregon, Ohio, passed away Saturday, July 2, 2022 at home surrounded by his family. Gary was born June 29, 1946 in Toledo, Ohio to Earl and Evelynn (Kowalka) Kusian. On May 9, 1970, Gary married Linda Henningsen. Gary was a member of Pipefitters Local 50 for 40 years, retiring in 2007. Throughout his career, Gary mentored numerous apprentices and worked on the Alaska Pipeline from 1976-1977. He was an avid outdoorsman, enjoyed snowmobiling, along with hunting and fishing trips throughout the United States. Gary enjoyed watching his grandchildren participate in livestock shows and sporting events. His true passion was spending time with his family enjoying “The Cottage” in Northern Michigan and maintaining the 60 acre farm in Oregon.