Gary Fortner Obituary
He is survived by his daughters, Amy (Chris) Henson, Carol (Steve) Golden, and Jennifer (Maurice) Suddath; son, Steve (Michelle) Fortner; brother, Bobby Fortner; 13 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Gip and Lou Etta Fortner; sister, Nina Sue Germany; brothers, Billy Fortner, and Max Fortner.
Gary served in the 11th A.C.R. Blackhorse Infantry during the Vietnam War and was awarded the Purple Heart.
Pallbearers will be Maurice Suddath, Jordan Suddath, John Michael Isbell, Houston Suddath, Brad Willingham, and Rodney Broyles.
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