Willis Funeral Home | Dalton, GA

Obituary For Donald Merrill Fugate

MR. DONALD M. FUGATE - Age 62, of Chattanooga, TN departed this life on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at Memorial Hospital. He was born June 15, 1962 to parents, Will and Clydean Riley Fugate in Tazewell, TN. He was a 1980 graduate of Claiborne County High School. In 2022, Donald retired from Norfolk Southern Railroad after 30 years of service.

He enjoyed gardening, growing and learning about the medicinal use of herbs and spending time with family. His greatest love was reading his bible, discussing scriptures and talking about Yahuah and His son Yasharel.

He was preceded in death by parents, Will and Clydean Riley Fugate; sister, Judy Jackson; brother, Richard Fugate.

He leaves to cherish his memory: brothers, Cobie Fugate of Knoxville, TN, Twin brother, Ronald Fugate, Chattanooga, TN; sisters, Marilyn Fugate of Cincinnati, OH, Charlene Kitchen, Arlena (James) Glasgow of Knoxville, TN and Anita (Emanuel) Martin of Chattanooga, TN. Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Visitation will be held, Saturday, September 21, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. at Unity Mortuary, 1425 McCalla Avenue, Knoxville, TN. with Words of Comfort from Pastor Reginald Strong, C. E.C. Graveside service and burial to follow at Will Fugate Family Farm, (Hoop Creek) 456 Sulfur Hollow Road, Tazewell, TN 37879 on Saturday, Sepember 21, 2024. On Thursday, September 19, 2024 Mr. Fugate will lie in state for viewing at Willis Funeral Home, Inc. Arrangements entrusted to Willis Funeral Home, Inc., Dalton, Georgia, 2011 Martin L. King, Jr. Blvd., Dalton, Georgia 30721.

Guest Book

My wife and I pass the twins home every day since our driveway runs along side their home. We thought maybe they moved away without telling us. I Googled Donald's name this morning (12-2-34) and saw that he had passed two months ago. They shared and brought us vegetables from their garden every summer. We will miss our neighbor from many years. God bless the family! Love Valitus & Dorothy Edwards 3511 East Crest Drive - Chattanooga, TN.

- na

Charlene and Family, We are so sorry to hear about Donald passing. Our prayers and condolences are with you. May God continue to keep his loving arms around the family during and beyond this difficult time.

- na

GOD so loved the world that HE gave HIS only begotten SON that whoever believes in HIM should not perish but have everlasting life. John 3:16 We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you are in our prayers. May GOD'S love and holy peace shelter and comfort you during this time of bereavement. We love you guys. Will (Maosa) Troyyee, Nikkii, Allen(Lorraine), Karen (Terrence, Christi, Pamela MOORE GRIMES FAMILY

- na

Our prayers and condolences are with Anita and the family. May you keep all the loving memories of him in your heart. Fred & Pat Akins 🙏🏾🙏🏾

- na

Our prayers and condolences are with Anita and the family. May his memory continue to shine in your heart.

- na

Family, I just heard about Donald's passing. I am so sorry for your loss. Losing a sibling is extremely difficult. Please know that my heart, prayers and sympathy are with you all. Cousin, Stella Yeary Carter He heals the brokenhearted, and binds up their wounds. Psalms 147:3

- na

Donald I have known you all my life and I am heart broken to hear you passed! You were always a great guy and I will always remember all the fun we had on Natchez! Gone too soon! Love you!

- na

-

Rest in peace, Don!🙏🏽 Donna Goins Thomas

- na

My condolences to Anita and the family , Gail Harrison.

- na

Class of 1980, you will be truly missed. You was such a great classmate. Fun to be around. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Ira Hamblin

- na

Offering heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Donald. May you rest in eternal peace. Remember all the times we all rode that yellow school bus up and down that dirt road. Little did we know those were the best days of our lives. Always love one another. Sending love and hugs to all. Debbie

- na

My sincere condolences to the all the members of the family. Uncle Don will forever be etched in my brain as a wise man of scripture. A man who understood the importance of family and made it a essential component to his life. You will be missed but not forgotten Uncle Don. May God bless, place a hedge of protection and bring upon peace to the family during this somber moment. With sincere love and respect, Wadie E. Suttles III

- na

My sincere condolences to Anita Martin and the entire family 🙏🏾 Donna Garner

- na

💜

- na

Don, I wish you could have stayed a little longer. With us but God had other plans. My heart is broken. We will miss you at the home place with your crazy sense of humor. I love you. Your baby sister, Parrot, as you called me.

- Arlena Fugate Glasgow

Uncle Don I'm still in disbelief!!!!!!!! 😭 I know you are only resting and are asleep with our LORD-however; I would love to have you back for our most "special" chats, hugs, laughs, etc. Momma, Daddy, Sherree, your Kim-Kim and Sam will miss you more than human words can express! YOU WERE ONE OF TWO OF A KIND! My Brother, my Uncle, I love you!

- na

Donald was a great friend to me. He was one of the most knowledgeable people I knew at both railroading and also plants and herbs. He will be greatly missed! Mike

- na

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

- Willis Funeral Home | Dalton, GA