Bonnie L. Fugate, 89, passed away Sunday, January 18, 2026, at the Silver Maple Care Center in Carthage.

Bonnie was born June 27, 1936, the daughter of Raymond Jack and Eva Eileen (Blythe) Cecil in Ferris, Illinois. On October 24, 1953, she was united in marriage to Howard Fugate in Monmouth, Illinois. He preceded her in death. Bonnie had worked as a pharmacist assistant at Hobby's and Scott's Pharmacies in LaHarpe. She also worked as a CNA for many years retiring in October of 2007. Bonnie enjoyed knitting and crocheting. She was of the Christian faith.

Bonnie is survived by her children, Kevin Dale (Linda) Fugate of Russellville, Arkansas, Debra Jeniece Forquer of Carthage, Kendall Wade Fugate of Burlington and Rochelle Deann Powelson of Washington state; many many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren; a sister, Rosie Stinemates of Florida; and a brother, Charles Cecil of Stronghurst.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Howard; a son, Rodney; daughter, Robin; grandson, Jacob Fugate; and a sister Carol Gilbert.

Visitation will be held from 4:00 – 7:00 PM Sunday evening, January 25. 2026, at Printy Funeral Home in Carthage. Burial will be in the Fugate Cemetery in Queen City, Missouri at a later date. Printy Funeral Home of Carthage is in charge of arrangements.