Buzzy Hederman Hussey

Buzzy Hederman Hussey of Memphis, a longtime supporter of Ole Miss, serves on the board of directors of The University of Mississippi Foundation and is chair of the Ventress Order. In addition to her contributions to the University, the 1962 graduate has been involved in community and civic work for many years. She serves as an elder at Idlewild Presbyterian Church and president of the Crippled Children's Foundation, and participates in the Grantmakers Forum.

Hussey serves on several boards, including those for the Dixon Gallery and Gardens, Thomas W. Briggs Foundation, Memphis Botanic Garden, The Little Garden Club of Memphis, MOST and LeMoyne Owen College. Previous board service includes the Children's Museum of Memphis, Memphis Symphony League and Junior League of Memphis. Her chosen career was a partnership with her late husband, Richard. In 1972 the couple purchased Babcock Gifts, an operation still in existence today on Poplar Avenue in Memphis.