Henry Fugate, 87, of Russell Springs, passed away Sunday, October 18, 2026.
Born February 5, 1939, in Hindman, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Dan and Evie Sloan Fugate. Henry worked as a machine operator and was of the Southern Baptist faith.
Henry enjoyed the simple pleasures in life, especially sitting on his front porch watching traffic head toward Lake Cumberland. He loved Russell County and the lake, where he enjoyed boating, fishing, and hunting. Above all, Henry cherished his family and took great pride in being a papa. He was also a good neighbor who cared deeply for those in his community. Many of his neighbors returned that kindness in his later years, always willing to lend a helping hand when needed.
Survivors include one daughter, Kimberly (and Mark) Nelson of Westchester, Ohio; one brother, Jim (and Patty) Fugate of Hazard; one grandson, Christopher (and Erica) Winchester; two great-grandchildren, Alexa and Daxton Winchester; and a host of nieces and nephews, including a special niece, Ronda (and Willie) Begley, and a special nephew, Joey (and Rhonda) Fugate.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Jenny Fugate, and six siblings, Lois, Junior, Daisy, Ruth, J.E., and David.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at Wilson Funeral Home, 391 East Steve Wariner Drive in Russell Springs, with Brother Tyler Ford and Brother Jeff Kerns officiating.
Visitation will be held beginning at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at Wilson Funeral Home, until the time of the funeral service.
Burial will follow in Union Cemetery on Highway 3525 in Russell Springs.
Arrangements for Henry Fugate are under the care and direction of Wilson Funeral Home.