About This Memory Space
This page was created for Paula S. Fugate's family and friends as a place to remember them, to share stories, and to keep their memory close in everyday life.
It is cared for and added to over time by the people who knew them, and everyone is invited to contribute, whether that is a story, a photo, a few words, or a simple note.
Many families visit places like this not just once, but again and again, especially on quiet days or meaningful anniversaries. This page is here for those moments, wherever you are.
A place to return to when you want to feel close again, to remember a moment, or to leave a few words for others to read. Over time, it grows through the voices of everyone who knew and loved them.
Light a Candle Growing
Light a candle to honor Paula S. Fugate's memory. Each lighting keeps their memory burning bright for 23 hours.
Candle lit burns 23 hours. Come back and light it again after 23 hours to keep the memory burning.
Limited to 5 lightings per hour to prevent abuse.
Memory Wall Growing
Stories, photos, and memories shared by people who knew Paula S. Fugate. This is the heart of this space—a collection that grows as more people contribute.
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Life & Legacy
Paula S. Fugate crafted a life rich with melody and craftsmanship, leaving behind a tapestry of joyful notes and handmade treasures that continue to inspire those who knew her.
From her roots in Galion, Ohio, as the daughter of Paul B. and Eleanor Gottfried, Paula nurtured a profound affinity for music that shaped her path. A distinguished alumna of Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, she wove her talents into teaching and entrepreneurship, always infusing her pursuits with creativity and warmth. Her days were marked by the rhythm of piano keys and the satisfaction of crafting beauty from simple materials, touching hearts across generations.
Paula's early years in education saw her guiding elementary students in Hamilton, Ohio, as a skilled pianist whose lessons sparked a lifelong appreciation for music in young minds. Transitioning seamlessly, she channeled her artistic flair into co-founding The Gingerbread House, a cherished craft consignment shop in LaPorte, Indiana, where her innovative spirit fostered a hub for local creators and hobbyists alike.
Family & Loved Ones
Paula discovered her greatest harmony in the company of her children, Tom Gabbert and wife Lisa, and Katy Riley with husband Phil, whose presence filled her world with enduring delight. Her three grandchildren—Ryan Gabbert, Sean Gabbert, and Grace Erwin—were the sparkling crescendo of her days, each visit a symphony of shared laughter and tender moments that defined her nurturing essence.
Remembered by Friends & Family
Tributes from Paula's circle weave a vivid portrait of her gentle influence, underscoring her talent for kindling creativity and spreading musical enchantment in everyday encounters.