Lydia is survived by her children Gene Pugliese (Billie Jo), Frank Pugliese (Jamie) and Debbie McMurrain (William), sisters Florine McClure, Frances Motes Brinkley, Kattie Hunton, brother Robert Motes and 7 grandchildren. Lydia was preceded in death by her husband of 43 years Richard Pugliese, brothers Morris Motes, Bill Motes, Glen Motes, Carl Motes, JW Motes and her parents Clyde & Pearl Motes.
The visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 from 10 am to 12 pm at Winkenhofer Pine Ridge Funeral Home, 2950 Cobb Pkwy, Kennesaw, GA 30152, with the service to follow. Lydia will be laid to rest beside her husband immediately following the service.
