Brian Francis Nuessen

Brian Francis Nuessen, 57, died of natural causes at his home in Emporia on Wednesday, June 24, 2020 at the age of 57.

Brian was born on February 14, 1963 the son of Jerome A. and Carolyn Sue (Robinson) Nuessen of Olpe, Kansas.  He was a gentle soul who suffered many years of neurological issues including seizures resulting from a near fatal vehicle accident in 1987.  Prior to his accident he worked at IBP/Tyson in Emporia. Brian enjoyed walks, fishing, playing pool and spending time with family and friends.

Brian is survived by his father; Jerry, Olpe, KS, brothers; Jeff (Connie) Nuessen, Emporia, KS, Joe (Kim) Nuessen, Olpe, KS, and Roy (Nicky) Nuessen, Americus, KS, sisters; Brenda Mears, Vicki (John) Sickler, and JerriAnn Nuessen, all of Emporia, KS, and Susan Cline, Wichita, KS.  He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother, Sue Nuessen and brother, Paul Nuessen.

Cremation is planned. Due to current health concerns a private funeral mass will be held at the Saint Joseph Catholic Church in Olpe, Kansas followed by inurnment in the Saint Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Olpe, KS.

Memorial is with the Emporia Friends of the Zoo, with contributions sent in care of Roberts-Blue-Barnett Funeral Home, PO Box #175, Emporia, Kansas 66801

Condolences for the family may be sent online through the funeral home website;www.robertsblue.com