Obituary: Victoria Fugit

Victoria Fugit sitting in front of an easel. She's wearing a straw sunhat and smiling.

Victoria Fugit, 79, of Moab, passed away peacefully in her home on August 30, 2022, after a valiant battle with cancer. 

Victoria Lyn Fugit was born on December 12, 1942. She attended the University of Utah and received both a bachelor’s and master’s degree. After college, she taught Alfa Awareness classes, she loved being able to help and guide people. In 1982, Victoria was a co-founder of a magazine called Catalyst and was involved in the first 8 issues of the magazine. 

Victoria moved from Salt Lake City to Moab in 1995 and was very proud of the life she created here. She was a gifted and talented artist, gardener and astrologer. Victoria could often be found out exploring with her dog and camera, taking pictures of Moab’s beautiful landscapes to bring home and put into her pastels. In 2014, she joined the Moab Gallery, a cooperative gallery for local artists. The Gallery gave Victoria a place to display and share her beautiful talent with the world. She influenced many lives with her gift of astrology, she had clients from all over the world who would call on her for advice and guidance. Victoria had an eye for nature and beauty and poured her love and creativity into her gardens and various landscapes around town. 

Victoria is survived by her nephew, Shawn, whom she raised and considered her son; his wife, Austena; granddaughter, Penelope Fugit; her brothers, Bruce and wife Jan, and Randall Fugit; her cousin, Scott and wife, Dee Fugit; as well as many nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews.

Victoria was preceded in death by her father and mother, Raymond and Marilyn Fugit.  

At Victoria’s request, cremation has taken place. To honor her memory, the family will be holding a celebration of her life that will be announced at a later date. At that time, we would invite anyone who knew Victoria to attend and remember her wonderful life. 

You may send condolences to the family at www.spanishvalleymortuary.com.