Lesa Delight Lusk

Lesa Delight Lusk, age 87, of Derby, Kansas, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2025, with her loving family by her side. A retired secretary and former Sweet Adelines chorus member, Lesa was known for her warmth, grace, and devotion to her family.

A Memorial Visitation will be held Friday, May 30, 2025, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., with family present to greet friends, at Smith Mortuary, 1415 N. Rock Rd., Derby. A memorial service will follow on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at Smith Mortuary.

Lesa was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Roger Lusk; her parents, Lester and Maybelle Erichsen; and her brothers, Dennis and David Erichsen.

She is survived by her brother, Paul Erichsen (Charolette) of Alta Vista, KS; her children, Mark Jacobs (Karen) of Derby, Brian Jacobs (Kirsten) of Wichita, and Joy McDonald (Russell) of Oxford; her stepchildren, David Lusk of Wichita and Mary Higgs (Brad) of Westmoreland, KS. Lesa was a proud grandmother of 13 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-grandchild. She was also a cherished aunt to many nieces and nephews.

Lesa will be remembered for her love of music, her kind spirit, and her deep dedication to those she loved.

Memorial contributions may be made to:

Shriners Children’s Hospital, PO Box 947765, Atlanta, GA 30394

Tunnel to Towers Foundation, https://t2t.org

PALS Animal Rescue, palsrescue.org