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1939
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Richard Fogleman Obituary
October 12, 1939 - November 4, 2020
Richard Wyatt Fogleman, 81, of Jamestown, NC, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2020, at Moses Cone Hospital in Greensboro. Richard was born in Charlotte, NC. He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas W. Fogleman and Mary Wilson Fogleman, and by his brother, Donald W. Fogleman, and his sister, Caroline Fogleman Daniels.
A graduate of East Mecklenburg High School, Richard received his undergraduate degree in business education from Appalachian State University. He also graduated from the University of North Carolina in Greensboro with a master's degree in education administration and received an advanced certification in school social work. For most of his career, he was a social worker for the Greensboro/Guilford County school system, in which capacity he did everything from finding a kid a warm winter coat to teaching his students to cultivate a garden and then dressing as Santa to enliven their Christmas parties.
At various times in his life, Richard enjoyed hunting in the mountains of western North Carolina with his friend Franklin Faw, and he loved camping with his wife and children in their little Chinook mini motor home. Later, he fished the waterways around Emerald Isle with his mother and father-in-law, and he struggled with the love/hate relationships that he had with various boats. His friends generally referred to him as a "character."
Richard is survived by his devoted wife of 57 years, Carol Lankford Fogleman; his son, Michael W. Fogleman and wife Stacy of Jamestown; his daughter, Laurie Fogleman Wood and her husband Patrick of Raleigh. He was especially proud of his four grandchildren: Jenny and Wyatt Fogleman and Ethan and Sam Wood.
A private, outdoor service will be held at the Jamestown United Methodist Church.
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Rose Williams
November 8, 2020
So sorry to hear of Richard passing.
Sharon Jurski Wozny
November 8, 2020
Carol, Michael and Laurie, So sorry to hear that Richard has died! My deepest sympathies to all of you! I have so many memories of us all having a good time together even our camping trip to the beach!!! God be with you all!
Heather Patterson Dinkenor
November 7, 2020
I remember you telling stories about your escapades with Richard and you would always give a little giggle afterwards, and sometimes break out in full laughter. What wonderful memories to carry with you always. Much love to you and your family.
Martha Ferrell
November 7, 2020
Carol, I'm so sorry to hear of Richard's passing. Please know that you have my deepest sympathy.
Melissa Harrelson
November 6, 2020
I have fond memories of Richard and always new he was a go-to guy when I needed help with a struggling student. So sorry for your loss. Cherish the memories for they are yours forever.
Jill Wozny Campbell
November 6, 2020
I´m so sorry to hear this. I have fond memories of your dad having lived beside you for many years growing up. Sending hugs to Carol, Michael, Laurie, and your families.
Our condolences,
Mike, Jill, Colin and Teagan Campbell
P.S. I remember that Chinook.
Robin Miller Shelton
November 6, 2020
Prayers for your family for the loss of your Father and husband. I know how difficult it is to lose someone so important and close to you.
Jan Meade
November 6, 2020
I am so sorry to hear of Richard's passing. I knew him when I worked at Washington Elementary school. He truly was a character, but he had a heart of gold. After Christmas one year he helped procure a bicycle for a very disappointed young man. He has many jewels in his crown.
Pauline Brown
November 6, 2020
To Carol and family, I am so sorry to hear of Richard´s passing. He will definitely be missed but has left a meaningful legacy to all he touched during his lifetime.
Bob Iddings
November 6, 2020
I loved working with Richard in the school system. He was, as described in the obituary, a true "character". When ever I saw him he would leave me with a smile. He loved his family and was very proud of his children.
Nancy Kenerly
November 6, 2020
A life well lived devoted to family and GCS students
Richard changed and improved many lives.
Lois Ann Myers Partridge
November 6, 2020
Carol, I have thought of you often over the years and am deeply sorry to hear that Richard has died. Please know you are in my prayers.
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