Hershel Fugate, age 80, of Douglasville, Georgia, passed away on September 29, 2026. He was born in Hazzard Kentucky on November 20, 1945, son of the late Robert Fugate and the late Marie Fugate. He was a United State Air Force Veteran.

He is survived by his wife: Susan Marie Fugate; children: Jeannette Fugate, Suzanne Wood, Robert Fugate, Raymond Fugate, Paul Fugate (Kevin Hogan); grandchildren: Juston Fugate, Jeremy Fugate (Paige), Jacob Dodman, Brett Fugate; great-grandchildren: Griffin Dodman, Weston Fugate; sister: Darlene Sparks (Jim); brother: Robert Fugate.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter-in-law: Jennifer Dodman, Christine Kerns (Gary); sisters: Pat Sheats, Eunice Sturgill, brothers: Galen Fugate and Paul Fugate.

According to his wishes he was cremated. No services are planned at this time.

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Hightower's Memorial Chapel of Douglasville has charge of the arrangements.