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Friday, January 13, 2023
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The Eulogy I prepared for my Dad:
Before I begin I’d like to thank all of you for your love and support during this trying time. It means a lot to us.
Everyone at some point in their life has the belief that their father is the strongest person on earth. For me and my siblings we got to witness it first hand when after a fun filled day at Darien Lake which included us staying for the laser light show. We were on our way out to the car at the same time a concert was letting out. There was a line of cars for the concert that seemed to have stopped to let us pass when an impatient driver decided he wasn’t going to wait. My dad put his arms out to keep us out of harms way and the driver ran over his foot. My dad slammed his hands on the guys hood and the guy and his friends got out and they started exchanging words. Eventually the guy was in my dad’s face saying something along the lines of what are you going to do about it. At which point my dad kissed him on the lips. The guy wanted to fight at that point and then we got to see my dad wipe the floor with 4 grown men with Geri’s help seemingly unphased from getting his foot ran over.
The stories I heard my dad tell were sometimes unbelievable as who would believe that he dug an 8ft hole by hand …….but then my grandpa Brady told me he was the hardest worker he ever had. Who would believe that he beat up two of the toughest guys from the 1st Ward at once by himself…… but hearing one of those two guys tell me himself made it real. Many of you have also heard the broccoli and ranch cargo pocket story. It’s true, it’s all true. My dad was an animal.
Speaking of animal, did you know that was his nickname when he was younger? As cousin Robby remembers it, it was because he could kick the shit out of anyone. My mom remembers it as him being a party animal and acting similar to the muppet named animal. That along with his love for drums is going to be the reason I’m going to tear up over a Geico commercial for the rest of my life. “We love our house, been here for years. Yeah, but there’s an animal in the attic.” It’s going to get me every time.
As some of you may know my dad only had a sixth grade education, but you wouldn’t know that by just talking to him. He had quick witted humor and would occasionally tell a dirty joke. He could hold a conversation very well. Trying to decipher his text message hieroglyphics was another story though. Musically he was very gifted. I remember introducing him to Godsmack and Disturbed when I was in my early 20s and him getting on his kit and playing it beat for beat with a single pass through. It was amazing. Having chess trophies from high school and some college education, I still don’t know how he beat me in a game of chess.
I find it ironic that my dad’s heart is one of the things that gave up on him because he had such a big heart. He had his quarrels with siblings and other relatives over things but never let that keep him from loving and caring about them. He volunteered to help the Eden corn poppers drum corps. Did I mention he was a drum enthusiast. He even financially adopted a kid from Africa when he had nothing himself. Sorry, our brother Michael couldn’t make the trip from Ethiopia.
I do have some regrets when it comes to my dad’s life. I wish I would have learned about healthy nutrition a little sooner so I could have helped him with his weight. His patented “Taco Diet” never seemed to do the trick. I wish I could have had another fishing trip with him and grandpa. I will never forget grandpa pulling that Musky the size of me out of Lake Chautauqua and my dad smashing it with an oar so it would stop flopping around. There is one thing I do know will bring me some closure in his passing. I know dad is up in heaven now with grandpa, his best friend with two lines in the water and a smile on his face. Keep a good eye on us dad we will see you on the other side.
Lon E. Folts II
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Thursday, January 12, 2023
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I will greatly miss my little brother. He was named after our paternal grandfather, Alonzo Folts. A few times in the past few weeks, I wanted to call him about something as he would listen to my venting and was always concerned but forgot he is not there now. Things that people do not know about him is how kind he was to other people and would help anyone he thought needed help if he could. He also was very talented and at one point, was a drum instructor for the Eden Corn Poppers. He could also play guitar and piano by just listening to music. Unfortunately, with everything going on now, the group is on hold, but we were just talking about getting it going again. He also was very religious and played drums at his church. He also was trying to get me to go to his church as he said they are a great bunch of people. He always had enthusiasm for life, and I will miss his can-do attitude. He also could make a person smile by saying something silly trying to bring humor into life. Miss you, love always, Dawn
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Dawn Bauer posted a condolence
Thursday, January 12, 2023
I will greatly miss my little brother. He was named after our paternal grandfather, Alonzo Folts. A few times in the past few weeks, I wanted to call him about something as he would listen to my venting and was always concerned but forgot he is not there now. Things that people do not know about him is how kind he was to other people and would help anyone he thought needed help if he could. He also was very talented and at one point, was a drum instructor for the Eden Corn Poppers. He could also play guitar and piano by just listening to music. Unfortunately, with everything going on now, the group is on hold, but we were just talking about getting it going again. He also was very religious and played drums at his church. He also was trying to get me to go to his church as he said they are a great bunch of people. He always had enthusiasm for life, and I will miss his can-do attitude. He also could make a person smile by saying something silly trying to bring humor into life. Miss you, love always, Dawn
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Wednesday, January 11, 2023
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Larry Corp posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
Q: How did you meet Lon?
A: Lon was a good neighbor and friend , We hung out him playing drums awesome ,,wile i played guitar ,
We talked a lot ,for the few short years i have known him . My condolences to his family ,and my prayers .
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Geri Folts posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
I remember the first time I met lon, he came up to me and said he had a pair of inflatable penguin underwear and would I like to see?
Needless to say I was hooked. Besides the fact he was a phenomenal drummer. He was so good at fixing anything and everything. Didn't always look great but it sure worked great.
Years of good laughs were what made it all worth it. Although he was as stubborn as a mule sometimes, we would usually laugh about it. He told me quite a few times he thought of himself as Lex Luthor. One of his famous one liners.
He definitely did things his way. If it wasn't right, well It was the world that was all wrong and in some cases he may have been right .
He had so much talent he was really funny and usually busted out with some pretty great one liners. Some I can't say on here because they are probably too saucy. Darian lake was definitely his jam!
I'll never forget when he bought a boat, I'm like do you know about boats? He says sure it's an inboard just like a car, so I'm like well cool..So he got it and first time out it dies starts smoking bad, real bad on lake Erie. So I said, maybe it needs oil did u check the oil? He says, no, I don't even know where it goes.
We both laughed hysterically over it. Thank God we were close to shore most of the time.
Another one of those times was Chautauqua Lake. This time we weren't close to shore at all so i had to get out n swim the boat back to the dock. It was absolutely hilarious because Lon being the gentleman he was, wasn't the one swimming his boat back I actually didn't mind though, but it sure looked funny. It was me n eventually my nieces boyfriend, while Lon was just enjoying the ride and the beer.. Good times.
There's just too many to name. But let me just finish with, he was loved and will be missed by many, including myself.
So fly high Lon, say hi to my brother for me
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Crystal posted a condolence
Monday, January 9, 2023
Funny story.
Because as children, we had no supervision/no one to tell us we couldn’t, where we could or could not go, nor what we could or could not do, etc., AND because we lived next store to a farm (w/ silos):
Lon as a young boy decided to see if he could build a life sized kite large/strong enough to support himself in flight, gliding down from on top of one of the silos.
He built a kite taller than he was out of wood (2x4’s?) and black plastic. I cannot honestly remember where he got all of the material from except for the black plastic; the farm next store used it to cover their silage.
I remember the day when it was complete and how excited he was to get home from school to see if It worked: either off the roof or off the silo. I don’t think anyone really thought he would really try it, but that day I can remember telling him he would get hurt.
Obviously he never tried it, which is why we were able to laugh about it in later years.
He was always just so full of energy. Always tinkering w/ something.
As a side note: during his school years, for a short period of time when he was active in the sport, Lon excelled quite well at wrestling.
And during winter days off/storms, etc., they really did grab onto the back of car bumpers and hitch a ride down the snowy roads.
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Crystal posted a condolence
Monday, January 9, 2023
This was his favorite:
Psalm 23
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.
He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: He leadeth me beside the still waters.
He restoreth my soul: He leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for His name's sake.
Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for Thou art with me; Thy rod and Thy staff they comfort me.
Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: Thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.
I recall a time in the past few years speaking w/ him in regard to faith/overcoming a current circumstance, he stated: "He walks w/ me and He talks w/ me". It was so beautiful and such a blessing to hear it from him.
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Sunday, January 8, 2023
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Sunday, January 8, 2023
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Christine Folts uploaded photo(s)
Sunday, January 8, 2023
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Christine Folts uploaded photo(s)
Sunday, January 8, 2023
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This was a father's day dinner we had with both grandpa Richard and Dad. One of the good days I know he appreciated the time together. ❤️
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Christine Folts uploaded photo(s)
Sunday, January 8, 2023
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We love you so much grampa. ❤️
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Carl Forman posted a condolence
Sunday, January 8, 2023
So sorry to hear of the passing of Lon.
When we were young we spent several summers in Ohio with our cousins Lon, David , Andy, Crystal & Eileen. We always looked forward to our visits and have many found memories.
We send our love and condolences to the family.
Carl and Renee Forman
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crystal Posted Jan 8, 2023 at 10:04 PM
Hi Punky. :] This is Crystal. Lon remembered you and everyone from Ohio well. He often spoke of talking w/ aunt Kathy and maybe making a trip there. I'm not sure if he ever made it. Lon loved everyone. It was always a nice/fun time visiting all of you. Hope all is well w/ you and yours.
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Patti bracikowski posted a condolence
Sunday, January 8, 2023
Lon was a kind,fun loving soul.you loved playing your drums& teaching your grandkids.you brought your drums to a family picnic along with a guitar player from church.you played music all day for everyone's enjoyment.Fly high Lon.you will be greatly missed
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Saturday, January 7, 2023
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Q: What will you never forget about Lon?
A: I will always remember what a goof ball you were. You were one of th r most caring people I know always here to help a hand and give me any knowledge you had. Always trying to teach me how to do something on my car. You took me u set your wing like I was ur child and that is one thing I will will never forget. You alway have been Taliahs grandpa. You are the closest thing to a father I have ever had. As a kid u always included me. With my siblings. Thank you for that. Love u big guy we will all miss u.
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Crystal Degenhart posted a condolence
Saturday, January 7, 2023
Lon Folts
He was such a kind, loving soul. He was so warm/friendly/humble (just an overall likeable guy: generous, forgiving) and had such a great sense of humor. He had the kind of laugh that was contagious. Back in the day he would start laughing just to get everyone to laugh…and it worked.
He was so mechanically minded/inclined he could fix anything and he always asked if we needed help w/ anything. He was also so proficient in his art of drumming. I really believe he was one of the best drummers around. He had such a passion for it; it was kind of an extension of him. He would have loved to of had a successful studio teaching the art.
It is my contention, to which I spoke to him on many occasions; that If he would have had the right support, guidance, nurturing, environment, examples and protection, and the general teachings on how to handle life as a successful adult/decision making/self-discipline, etc. during his developmental years, he would have been king of the world. I’m so sorry for how cheated he was and for how much he had to struggle for even just the basics. I told him many times I wish I had done better if only to be able to share more w/ him. So many times, trying to give him some hope and whatever guidance I could muster, so he could achieve that next level.
He loved his kids/grandkids/family, he loved his friends, he loved Jesus, he loved playing drums, he loved fishing, and he loved just being social/active/Lon.
We spent many holiday dinners together and he was always grateful to attend. His presence always made the event more special/fun.
He was always smiling and trying to shine through any of life’s difficulties, trying to get to the next level. When he was down, it was so unusual it was shocking. He was a fighter, but he had so many let downs, even in the last few years. So many things he didn’t understand, but tried to endure through.
We will miss so many things about him; who he was and who he should have been; his enduring joyful spirit, even through all the let downs. We will miss his laugh and his great big hugs. He always gave us great big hugs from a great big heart.
Love you Lon.
Hope to see that light of yours' shine brightly again, but this time in a situation/environment full of light, love and truth.
Love Crystal and family.
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Christine Folts uploaded photo(s)
Saturday, January 7, 2023
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Darien lake was one of his favorite places to go with us kids and grandkids. So many fond memories ❤️
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Friday, January 6, 2023
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