Charles Nolan Fortenberry, Jr.

Jackson

Charles Nolan Fortenberry, Jr., age 74, died at his home in Jackson on November 15, 2014, of sudden cardiac arrest.

A man of many interests, possessed of encyclopedic knowledge, he loved meeting new friends and keeping in touch with family and old friends. He was an enthusiastic and eclectic baker, collector, correspondent, church-goer, football fan, gift-giver, golfer, music lover, news-follower, raconteur, reader, traveler, and volunteer. Born December 14, 1939, in Bryan, Texas, to the late Charles Nolan and the late Mae Edwards Fortenberry of Auburn, AL. Charles attended the former Oxford Elementary School on Jackson Avenue in Oxford, MS. Although he lived for brief periods in Texas and at the Devereux School in Devon, PA, he spent most of his life in Mississippi.

In addition to his parents, Charles was preceded in death by his younger brother Joseph Edwin Fortenberry, then of Washington, DC. He is survived by his sister-in-law Ashley Doherty of Washington, DC; niece Dorothy A. Fortenberry, "nephew-in-law" Colin M. Wambsgans, and great-niece Dorothy Ashley ("Lee") Wambsgans, all of Los Angeles, CA; trustees Karen C. and Robert S. Montjoy of Auburn, AL; and several cousins.

His funeral will be held at Galloway United Methodist Church in Jackson on Friday, December 5, with visitation at 10:00 a.m. and a service at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Galloway United Methodist Church of Jackson; the Smith Robertson Senior Center of Jackson; or the Friends of Mississippi State Hospital, Inc., of Whitfield, MS. Arrangements by Parkway Funeral Home of Ridgeland, MS.

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Published by Clarion Ledger on Dec. 1, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Charles Fortenberry

14 Entries

Kelly

December 31, 2014

Charles was a customer at our store and I always enjoyed his calls and letters. He sure did know his history and sports and was whip smart. We will sincerely miss hearing from him and offer our deepest condolences to his family and friends. He was one of a kind!

Carolyn Taylor

December 10, 2014

Mr Fortenberry was a nice person he had a great soul and spirit. He use to visit us all the time at the bank. God bless is soul. Carolyn & Twila

Wayne Smith

December 8, 2014

I got a chance to know Charles some years ago, but had since lost contact. He was a brilliant, gentle soul, who could converse intelligently about a variety of topics. Truly, a unique and special person who enriched my life, as well as the lives of his many friends.

Ann

December 8, 2014

My sincere condolences to the family for the loss of your loved one. May prayers strengthen you and memories comfort you, and may our Lord Jesus Christ and God our Father, who loves us, comfort your hearts and "make you firm". (2 Thessalonians 2:16, 17)

Robert Hauberg

December 5, 2014

Charles was a dear friend and correspondent in monthly letters covering topics from Ole Miss football to German history. He was an Opera fan and devotee of the D Day Museum in New Orleans on his trips with the Montjoys. I always enjoyed his cards and recitations of his adventures and our meetings at Choctaw Books. A brilliant mind.

The Staff of Wright & Ferguson Funeral Home-Parkway Memorial Cemetery

December 4, 2014

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

December 3, 2014

We at Van Winkle UMC have missed Charles since his move to Galloway. I sometimes would see him at the grocery or downtown library. sending prayers for the family of this sweet man.

Cindy Beall
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Franklin Moore

December 3, 2014

Sad to hear about Charles' passing, he will be missed.

Ruby Graves

December 3, 2014

Charles was always personable and well-informed. I hate to admit it, but I don't think I ever answered one of his, "Did you know...?" questions right. He did cause me to stop and think. He will be missed.

December 2, 2014

We are sending our love and sympathy to all of Charles's family at this time of great loss.
Surely,an angel got his wings on November 15, 2014.
Sincerely,
Ralph & Anna Fortenberry

December 1, 2014

I met Charles through my employment and grew to really appreciate him. I never met a person who was more comfortable in his own skin than he was or who had any less pretense about him. I don't fully understand the doctrine of election, but I know the Book of Books says only the elect go to heaven. So Charles must be of the elect.

Danny Ashley

December 1, 2014

Sorry for the loss of Charles. He was near and dear to my heart. He will truly be missed by many.

Midtown Dental

December 1, 2014

Our office is saddened to hear this sudden news. We enjoyed working with Charles. Our prayers are with his family.

December 1, 2014

May you find comfort from God at this time

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