9.3.24 – Kansas.gov – TOPEKA
Today, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, Governor Laura Kelly has directed flags throughout the State of Kansas be flown at half-staff from sunup to sundown on Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024, in honor of Arkansas City Firefighter Trevor Rusk.
“Trevor Rusk’s selflessness and courage will be remembered by his colleagues, friends, and family,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “Kansas owes him a debt of gratitude for his service and sacrifice. My condolences go out to his loved ones and the Arkansas City community during this difficult time.”
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December 18, 1987- August 24, 2024
Trevor Martin Rusk, 36, of Wellington, Kan. passed away at his home on August 24, 2024.
Trevor was born on December 18, 1987 in Wellington, he was the son of Kelly L. Ford and Martin Ray Rusk, he was raised in Wellington and recieved his education there and in Oxford.
Following high school graduation, Trevor began working for BNSF Railroad company, he was stationed in Gainesville, TX for a year before returning to Wellington and being promoted from Conductor to Engineer.
Trevor worked for the railroad for 10 years, in addition, he helped his father on the family farm. In June of 2023, Trevor began his career as a firefighter for the Arkansas City Fire Department. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and spending time with his friends. He cherished the time he spent with his daughter, Leighton.
His family includes his daughter, Leighton Ray Rusk of Wellington; his mother, Kelly Owen and husband Gary of Warsaw, Mo; his father, Marty Rusk and his wife Sylvia of Wellington; his siblings, Tyler Rusk, Summer Rusk, and Trace Rusk all of Wellington; his paternal grandmother Darlene McCartney of Wellington; his maternal grandmother, Katheryn Ford of Wellington; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Trevor was preceeded in death by his paternal grandfather Raymond Rusk and his maternal grandfather E.J. Ford.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at the Wellington Free Will Baptist Church under the direction of Miles Funeral Service in Winfield, Kan.
Interment with Firefighter committal honors will follow at Jordan Cemetery.
A visitation is scheduled at the Ark City Assembly of God Church on Tuesday evening, September 3, 2024, from 5 to 7 p.m.
A memorial has been established in Trevor’s name for the Ark City Fire Department. Contributions can be made through the funeral home or Panhandle Credit Union.