Virginia Rose Fulford

Virginia Rose Fulford , age 87, of Ligonier, IN passed on Monday, September 10, 2018 at Avalon Village in Ligonier, IN. She was born on June 1, 1931 the daughter of Howard Winfield & Leona (Maugherman) Carpenter in Steuben County, IN. On June 4, 1950 she married Paul A. Fulford.  He has since preceded in her death on June 30, 2018.

Survivors include, her three children, Barry A. (Vonzeal) Fulford of Albion, IN, Terry (Susan) Fulford of North Webster, IN, and Cyndi (Keith) Yoder of Ligonier, IN; six grandchildren, Jason, Tamara, Melissa, Michael, Caitie, and Anna; twelve great-grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren, and two siblings, Duane Ward of Montpelier, OH, Darlene (Dwight) Sickmiller of Angola, IN; one half brother, Arthur J. (Betty) Carpenter Sr., of Bloomington, IN; along with many loved nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; beloved husband of 68 years, Paul A. Fulford; three siblings, Bernadetta Carpenter, Larry Carpenter, Doreatha Tadsen; along with a granddaughter, Tiffany Ritter.

Virginia retired in 1993 from Johnson Controls after 38 years of faithful service. Following her retirement, she enjoyed wintering in “Frost Proof” Florida with her husband for many years. Other things she liked to do included: playing BINGO, many types of card games, puzzle books, golfing, and bowling. Making crafts and reading is how she spent her spare time as well.  She was a member of the Wawaka United Methodist Church and a past member of the Sparta Conservation Club in Kimmell, IN. Her family will remember her as the true Matriarch who always knew what you were up to, along with being a professional Avon Collector.  More than anything, she loved her family, especially all of her grandchildren.  Everyone will miss her ability of always taking care of her family and friends.

A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held in Virginia’s honor on Friday, September 14, 2018 from 4-8 PM at Yeager Funeral Home, 1589 Lincolnway South; Ligonier, IN 46767.

A funeral service will take place on Saturday, September 15, 2018 at 11AM at Yeager Funeral Home in Ligonier, IN.  Pastor Dave Hackney will officiate. An additional hour of visitation for friends and family to gather will be from 10AM – 11AM prior to the service on Saturday .  Burial will follow at Cosperville Cemetery in Cosperville, IN.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Cyndi Yoder.

The Yeager Funeral Home in Ligonier is assisting the family with arrangements. Online Condolences may be sent to the family at www.yeagerfuneralhome.com