George Fulton Obituary

Name: Calling hours for George Fulton
Start: 2019-10-17T22:00:00.000Z
End: 2019-10-18T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Lamiell Funeral Home

George Fulton

born in Canton, Ohio, to the late John and Catherine Fulton, passed away peacefully on October 15th, 2019.

George was preceded in death by his loving wife, Mary Lou, of 55 years, sisters, Mary Catherine Weber and Margaret Baughman and brother, John Fulton. He is survived by daughters Darcie McFarren (Bruce), Susan Mahon, Beth Fetters, and Jill Fulton. He also leaves behind grandchildren, Brittney, Meghan, Mitchell, Zack, Sarah and Sam and a great-grandchild, Tristan.

George was a family man, life long educator and counselor, retired from Canton South High School and Catholic Community Services of Stark County. He is also credited with developing the Samaritan Table in conjunction with Community Services and the Basilica of St. John the Baptist. George had a lifelong love of sports and was an accomplished athlete in basketball, tennis, and golf. George graduated from St. John's High School, Kent State University with a bachelors and masters degree in education/guidance counseling and administration and a licensed professional clinical counsellor. He was a World War II Army veteran and served in the U.S. Coast guard following high school graduation. George was recognized by numerous professional organizations for excellence in counseling and education, as well as athletics. On an athletic note, he was inducted into the Kent State University Hall of Fame in 1988 and inducted into the Senior Olympic Hall of Fame. He was loved and will be deeply missed by many family and friends. The family would like to thank Bethany Nursing Home and Crossroads Hospice for their compassionate care.

Friends may call Thursday from 6-8 p.m. at the Lamiell Funeral Home. Family and friends will meet on Friday at 1 p.m. at the Basilica of Saint John the Baptist for a Mass of Christian Burial with the Very Reverend John Sheridan, STL-Rector as celebrant. Burial will be in Saint John Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please send donations to the Basilica of Saint John the Baptist Food Pantry. Condolences may be made to: www.lamiellfuneralhome.com

(Lamiell 330-456-7375)

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Published by The Repository on Oct. 17, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
for George Fulton

10 Entries

April 2, 2020

I just learned of
Georges' passing. I worked at Community
Services when he was there. He was a good friend, counselor and colleague. He was loved by all! My condolences to his family. Jacqui Dewey-Smith

Jeff Wrigley

October 23, 2019

To Darcie and all of Mr. Fulton's family: I cannot come close to adequately describing the positive influence Mr. Fulton had on my life - and our entire Wrigley household. He possessed incredible humility, perseverance, and patience (and I sure did test his patience as a kid he counseled endlessly). I have worked in prisons 40 years - and I often tell people that without the guidance and support of a very special human being (Mr. Fulton), I probably would have lived in prisons for 40 years. I will always remember the tremendous help he provided our entire family - we were so blessed to find such a kind man.

John Tim Wrigley

October 23, 2019

To George Fulton's Family:

Wow! Mr. Fulton had an enormous life-long impact on our Wrigley Family of North Canton, OH when he worked for the Catholic Youth Council and Canton South. Our family of 7 kids (with 5 boys and 2 girls) are forever grateful and indebted to his wise, loving guidance, positive influence, and leadership. His God-given talent helped us all to succeed in the game of Life. Blessings to all his Family!

Tim Wrigley, on Behalf of all of us.

Terry and karen Burkhart

October 20, 2019

Darcie and Bruce you have our deepest sympathies

Larry Werstler

October 17, 2019

George shared his caring, loving heart with so many including Kay and myself! George, Tom Thomas and myself spent so many fantastic times together! We extend our condolences, love and prayers to his family! Our hearts are heavy as we mourn the loss of a wonderful friend!

Debbie Horn

October 17, 2019

Dearest George: You were loved and shall be missed by so many. You taught me so much and our many years of working together at Community Services were special, especially working side by side at the Samaritans Table. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and many friends.

October 17, 2019

Fair winds Coastie, Rip.

BOB AND CINDY DEMUESY

October 17, 2019

TO THE FAMILY OF GEORGE FULTON,

GEORGE WAS A VERY NICE MAN, AND A JOY TO PLAY GOLF WITH, AND A JOY TO BE AROUND.

OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHIES TO THE WHOLE FAMILY AT THIS VERY DIFFICULT TIME.

Claudia Kotema-Dudley

October 17, 2019

My thoughts and prayer's are with all of you during this difficult time with the passing of your dad~

Claudia Kotema~Dudley

Fran Rossetti

October 16, 2019

To George's family: my sympathy on the loss of your loved ones passing. I knew George from "Community Services" (the "OWL / aka: "On With Living" Program). I did visit him at Bethany for a short visit; before he had to go to therapy that day. George was well respected and loved for being such a very caring man.

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