Jude T. Fusco, of Edwards, passed away on Dec. 18 at the age of 76. He succumbed to the rare progressive neurological disease of MSA, multiple system atrophy.

Jude was a graduate of architecture from the University of Toronto and founded the architecture firm Fusco, Shaffer, Pappas, in Southfield, Mich. Jude was also a friend of Bill W. for 31 years.

He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Ann, and daughters, Julie (Eugene) Nagle, Jana (Matt) Morgan, Kristin Fusco, and grandchildren Jack and Grace Morgan.

Memorial gifts can be used for the critical research of MSA. To make a donation, go to www.mayoclinic.com, and specify “Other Designation, Multiple System Atrophy Research,” or mail a check to Mayo Clinic, Department of Development Research: Multiple System Atrophy, 200 First St. W., Rochester, MN 55906.

A celebration of Jude's life is planned for Jan. 20 at the Singletree Community Center in Edwards at 5 p.m.