Violet Lou Fugate

FUGATE, Violet Lou Age 87 of Dayton, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, Nov. 18, 2021. She was born in Fort McKinley, Ohio on July 2, 1934 to her parents, Francis & Velma Lucille (Fox) Lock. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by 3 brothers, Eddie, Larry, and Dale Lock; daughter, Brenda; sons-in-law, Lawrence “Buddy” Conley and Ronny Sanders; brothers-in-law, Blevins and Henry Fugate, Ken Taylor and Paul Lewis; beloved dog, Pebbles. Violet is survived by her husband Austin of 68 years; 3 daughters, Cheryl (Johnny) Cantrell, Cynthia (Bob Lloyd) Conley, and Carolyn (Kenneth) Wilburn; grandchildren, Miranda, John, Jason, Joshua, Dwayne, Katie, and Austin; 9 great grandchildren; 4 great-great grandchildren; 4 brothers, John (Sharon), David (Carol), William (Hazel), and Dennis (Karol) Lock; sisters, Doris Lewis, and Phyllis Taylor; sisters-in-law, Evelyn Fugate, and Florence Lock. And many nieces and nephews. Special thanks to Wil Raines for his care, support, and friendship. Violet enjoyed country music and going to festivals when she was able. She also loved to talk, especially about her beautiful grandchildren. Visitation will be held from 11am-12pm with funeral service to follow at 12:00 pm on Wednesday, Nov. 24, 2021 at Rogers Funeral Home in New Lebanon. Pastors Donnie Smith and Doug Criswell will deliver the eulogy. Interment will follow the service at Bear Creek Cemetery. www.RogersFuneralHomes.com