She was a member of the old St. Denis Catholic Church.
Mrs. Fortner is survived by her son, Duane Fortner; a daughter, Tammy McAtee (Robert); four grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and three sisters.
Her service will be on Monday, December 31st, at 12 noon at the Heady-Hardy Funeral Home, 7710 Dixie Highway, with interment following in Bethany Cemetery. Visitation will be on Sunday from 4pm until 8pm.