Gary Fugere

Gary F. Fugere, 70, passed away Monday, November 14, 2016, from a massive heart attack, in Mesa Arizona. Gary was born on January 8, 1946, the son of Francis and Shirley Fugere. Gary graduated from Fargo Central High School in 1964. He met the love of his life, Virg, in Dickinson while visiting his cousin in 1963. They were married in 1965 and shortly after he proudly served in the Army for 2 years where most of their time was spent in Germany. After leaving the army he worked for Fargo Paper 10 years. He went on to work at Butler Paper Company in 1971 in sales where he built a successful career before retiring in 2012. Because Gary loved to be around people he continued to work part time at Forum Communications Printing until his death. Gary was a friend to many and a stranger to no one. His laugh was contagious and his willingness to help anyone at any time was well known. He loved spending time at his homes on Lake Maud and in Mesa, AZ. His passions were golfing, cheering on the Bison, spending time with his family and his many friends. You could always count on Gary for a laugh, to make you smile and to enjoy a cold one with you. Volunteering and giving to others was important to Gary. He served on the West Fargo Park Board for 30 years, he was a volunteer firefighter for the West Fire Department for 28 years, he served on the VFW board and was part of the Color Guard, and he also served on the Blessed Sacrament Church board. He was also a member of the Eagles and Kaycees. Left to share his memory are his wife, Virg, two daughters; Kim (Rick) Rayl, their children Conor and McKenna, Tonya (Dave) Stende, their children Thomas and Hannah, sisters; Joyce (Adrian) Flicek, Susan (Jeff) Shearer, brothers; Rick (Cathy) Fugere and Todd Fugere, many relatives, dear friends, and his dog Muffie. Gary is preceded in death by his father, Francis Fugere, and mother Shirley Fugere Memorials may be directed to the West Fargo Fire Department and St. Mary's of the Lake. Celebration of Life, Sunday, November 20th from 4-6pm with prayers at 6:00 p.m. at West Funeral Home, West Fargo, ND. Funeral: Monday, November 21st, 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary of the Lakes, Detroit Lakes, MN West Funeral Home & Life Tribute Center westfuneralhome.com