Darwin "Bud" Tuggle

Darwin “Bud” Frank Tuggle, 81, of Lipan passed away peacefully on September 6, 2021 after a long battle with dementia.

Bud was born in Lipan, Tx on September 10, 1939. He graduated Mineral Wells High School then joined the Army in July 1957. In late years, he owned T&T Welding in Lipan. Bud loved hunting and fishing on the Houston Ranch owned by his close friend, Tommy Houston. His parents, Lovace and Monta Morgan Tuggle and sister, Lavena Edenfield preceded him in death.

Survivors include his wife, Fae Gardenshire Tuggle; son, Michael Tuggle and wife Elisha; daughter, Frankie Cunningham; 5 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; sisters, Gerrie McCraw and Alice Boyeson; special fishing buddy, Jayc James; numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

At Bud’s request there will be no service.