I know we weren't close but I am sad to read about his passing.  My father was John, his brother. Love and prayers

Happy 4th of July to you and Mommy.  You are both missed so much.  My heart is so sad that we cannot be together.  I love you always and forever.

Two weeks ago you joined Mom in Heaven.  I miss you more and more each day.  Give my love to Mom and yourself.  Always in my Heart

"Thank you, Bob, for being a loving person, kind spirit, and guiding influence for all of the families' lives you've touched....."

                                                                        George Sceets Jr (Baytown TX)

May God loving kindness comfort you and help you during this difficult time

Prayers needed for my friends Julie Roberts and Susie Solley . Their dad went to Heaven last night . Mr Fugitt was loved by so many . He was very involved in our community , served in the Army , and was a great family man . He taught me how to camp and waterski when I was 15 . ( Of course roughing it with his daughter Susie meant having our bed in the back of the families station wagon with a fan on while everyone else slept in the tent. One of many great memories.)
Sending prayers to all the family

Last night I sat at my kitchen table attempting to write a letter about my Dad.  I started and stopped several times trying to find the words to describe how it feels to be without him.  I am still numb and lost.         

My father has been in my life for 56 years and only out of my life for 5 days.  But if there was one thing he always taught me... "Mayta, you can do anything you set your mind to." He was an amazing person.  I remember being in  bed by the time he came home because he was a workaholic.  He taught me at the sweet age of 16..."If you want something... go get a job." 

Downtime on the weekends was spent at Lake Vernon swimming, water skiing, fishing and camping.  Dad liked to fish and hunt with his friends but to no avail.  Me being the avid animal lover that I am ruined that.  I remember a time he brought home a beautiful Mallard duck and I cried so much he buried it. He couldn't stand to see us cry.  Later on our time was spent watching TV. Walker Texas  Ranger - JAG- Wheel of Fortune or any Western with John Wayne.  

Dad you were my father, teacher, and advisor; but most of all...my HERO.  They don't make them like you anymore.   

Your loving daughter,  Mayta

Daddy,

You were the most amazing manLoving, kind, patient. You were the greatest Father. When I look back upon my childhood, I remember all the times we played ball, badminton or croquet.  And the weekends fishing and skiing.  I inherited my love for the water from you. You taught me how to fish, hunt, and drive. You taught me to stand up for what I believed in...to never give up.  Even though you may have been tired from working long days, you always had time for your family. 

I was a rebellious teen but you loved me no matter what I did and you never judged me. I am so proud of you and all your accomplishments. I followed in your footsteps and joined the military and years later I became an Insurance Agent and worked with you.  You were my mentor. Dad....I am so lost without you.  You are my Hero.   I will love you and miss you until my last breath.  

Love, 
Julie

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Summing up my father's life, I keep coming back to one thought. Never will you meet a man who lived his life with more purpose. His main purpose his family.
 
Although starting from meager beginnings, he never accepted his lot in life. He grew up in an orphanage after being given up by his mother. He never really talked about this experience until recently. Last Thanksgiving while we were watching the Macy's parade he looked over at me and said, I went to that parade when I was a young boy. He explained to me that if
you were good the orphanage would take a few orphans to Washington, DC to the parade and then after the parade, they would feed them a turkey dinner. I was stunned with the realization of what he must have felt growing up in an institution. When I compare it to the childhood of love, security, and hopefulness that he provided to me, I can't help but admire my father.
 
He left the orphanage at age 16 and went straight into the army (lying about his age,) excited for the opportunity to start his life anew. He fought his way through several tours in Korea and Vietnam and retired as a 1st Sergeant, Top to his army buddies.  His military career brought him many things, but the most important, was my mother, Annie. They met while my Dad was stationed in Korea.  Our family life was wonderfully ordinary Filled with family dinners, weekends at Lake Vernon, and softball, badminton, and croquet in the back yard.
 
My sisters and I gave our parents many headaches and heartaches during our teenage years, but my father remained a solid voice of reason and a sturdy shoulder to cry on. I wish I had that shoulder to cry on now.
 
The death of my mother rocked all of our worlds. She died so early, only 52 years old. They were married 32 years and had built a strong family foundation.  As the years passed following my mother's death, I was truly happy when love found him for a second time with his marriage to Kay. They traveled and enjoyed life to the fullest. After 25 years of marriage to Kay, he sadly lost her two years ago. I don't think he ever fully recovered from losing these two extraordinary women.
 
My father was an amazing man. He overcame a rough start in life to build a family of love, strength, and honor. In his final months, it gave him much happiness to gather at his house for holidays and to have his three girls all together. He was proud of all of us. He loved his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. He was confident that his legacy of love and family would remain for many generations to come.  
 
Goodbye Daddy. So many people love you. You did a fabulous job building this family and we will keep your tradition going strong.
 I will always love you,
Susie

Thank you for being an amazing grandfather, Pawpaw Bob. You were a great role model and always so encouraging to us growing up. Thank you for always believing in us. You are my hero. I'm so glad my girls were able to meet you. I will always love you and miss you so much already.

I love you, Pawpaw.  I miss you so much already.

Praying for you and your family during this sad time.
May the memories of your dad give you peace and comfort in the days ahead.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family in this time of mourning. Fred Barnette, Lacey Morris, Shanda Dixon, Kathy Moore, Renita Bryant and the University Health Family.

Memories will hold you close, Prayers will keep you near, Family will keep you connected. Love you Susie, may your family feel the presence of peace, love and everlasting grace.

My heart aches for this precious family.  Waiting is hard to do, but you will see him again one day.  In the meantime, may your memories become treasures.  You are in my prayers.

Sorry for your loss my sweet friend Kat.
Your family and you are in our prayers.  
                 The Bullard Family

My dearest brother Bob. I was honored to have been able to help care for you during your illness. You will always be in my heart. Love and prayers for the family. Your sis, Marie

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Robert Fugitt

January 22, 1937 – November 5, 2016

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