Orville Eugene Fuller Jr.

Orville “Bud” Eugene Fuller Jr. passed away peacefully on December 21, 2025. He was the eldest son of Orville Sr. and Helen Fuller. Bud was born on November 17, 1951, and grew up in Toledo, Ohio. Bud graduated from Bowsher High School in 1969 and later earned his degree from Bowling Green State University in 1979. He proudly served his country as a veteran of the Vietnam War, where he was a member of a Special Operations unit in the Air Force. After relocating to Columbus, Ohio, Bud met the love of his life, Rosanne “Rosa” Susi, and her son, Ronald “Ronnie.” Bud and Rosa were married for thirty-nine years and built a life centered on love, laughter, and community. Bud spent most of his professional career in the sales division at RDP Foodservice. Bud and Rosa shared many wonderful years together and were surrounded by a large circle of friends and extended family. Bud had a passion for cheering on the Ohio State Buckeyes, cooking, making people laugh, and enjoying time with those he loved. Together, Bud and Rosa were affectionately known as “Rosebud,” a name they proudly used when introducing themselves to others. Bud served for several years on the Board of Directors for the Columbus Italian Festival and, alongside Rosa, chaired the Annual Baby Boomers Dance. He was also a member of the Abruzzi Club and the Guild Athletic Club. Bud is survived by his siblings, Kathy (Rick) Zibbel and Kevin Fuller; brother-in-law, Bill McDonald; sister-in-law, Jackie Fuller; and many beloved nieces and nephews: Cathy Hughes, Jennifer (Steve) McCloud, Laura (Brad) Hollo, Rick (Sarah) Zibbel, Alex (Joe) King, Nick Fuller, and Maddie Fuller. He is also survived by great-nieces and great-nephews, Laurin (Jacob) Huff, Christian (Jessi) Campbell, Zack Donatelli, Jake Donatelli, Haley, Scout, Nolan, and Beckham Zibbel, Anna and Luke Hollo, and Abigail and Cameron King. His great-great-nieces and nephews include Mya Gray, Lucca Petruziello, Gemma Light, Camila Huff, Charlie, Theo, and Luke Campbell. Bud was preceded in death by his wife, Rosanne “Rosa” Fuller; his son, Ronald “Ronnie”; his parents, Orville and Helen Fuller; his in-laws, Caterina and Pasquale Cipriani and Mario Susi; his brothers, Randy Fuller and Tim Fuller; his sister-in-law, Mary McDonald; and his niece, Becky Zibbel. Family and friends may gather for a celebration of life, which will be announced at a later date. Bud will be laid to rest at St. Joseph Cemetery. Bud will be remembered for his warmth, humor, generosity, and the joy he brought to everyone fortunate enough to know him. Day Funeral Service is honored to serve the family of Orville Fuller Jr.

Orville Eugene Fuller Jr.

November 17, 1951 - December 21, 2025