LUSBY, DONALD ARTHUR - After fighting a "good fight" Donald Arthur Lusby, 74, succumbed to his short encounter with cancer on the evening of Thursday, October 22, 2009. His death occurred at his beloved farm in Prosser Brook surrounded by his family. Born in Springhill, NS and educated in the local schools, he attended Success Business College, Moncton. Don's expertise was always as an entrepreneur. After several endeavors in this field, he joined the firm of Jones Foster Insurance Ltd. He and Pat Smith co-owned and operated the firm for 35 years until Donald's retirement in 1997. Following his retirement, he moved permanently to "The Farm", tending its gardens and enjoying hunting, four-wheeling and skidooing. Donald loved nothing better than when the "kids" would come home at any time but especially for the harvest of produce. Not counting what was given away, Don's farm has been known to feed five families for the winter. He was particularly proud of his gladioli, strawberries, and raspberries. Christmases were something to behold! He was a member and past master of the Acadia Lodge # 49 of the Free and Accepted Masons. He was also a member of the Luxor Shrine Temple, Saint John and Moncton Shrine Club. Donald is survived by his wife of 55 years, Helena (McMinn); daughters, Sherry (Lauchlan) Fulton Saint John, Karen, Moncton, and Pamela (Kenneth) Johnston, Halifax; one son, Peter (Annie), Moncton; five grand- children, Kristopher, Courtney, Meaghan Johnston, Trevor Lusby and Sophie Lusby; one sister, Carol (Rev. Dr. James) Shaffner, Port Elgin NB/Egerton NS; several cousins, nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Lillie (Chapman) Calgary. Visitation at Ferguson Knowles Funeral Home, 1657 Mountain Road, Moncton (858-1995), Sunday from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. A Celebration of Donald's life will take place at Ferguson Knowles Funeral Home Chapel, Monday, October 26, 2009, 1:00 pm, Rev. Dr. James Shaffner officiating. Reception in the Funeral Home Reception Centre following the service. A private family committal service will take place following. In lieu of flowers, donations in Donald's memory can be made to The Friends of the Moncton Hospital (Oncology Dept.), The Shriners Hospital for Children or any charity of choice. Online condolences at www.fergusonknowlesfh.com