John W. Fortson Jr.'s Obituary
John W. Fortson Jr. 71, of Mount Dora, passed away Sunday, March 13, 2016, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Sanford, Florida on September 28, 1944. John was a graduate of Mount Dora High School, after school he joined the United States Navy, serving four years. He was a Veteran of the Vietnam War. After his Honorable Discharge John worked at A. Duda and Sons Farms for 34 years as a crop superintendent of planting. In July of 1968 he married the love of his life, Margaret Atkins Fortson, they were married for 47 years. John enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time with his family. John is survived by his wife Margaret Atkins Fortson, sons; Billy (Heather) Fortson and Chad Fortson, sister; LuJuan Wright, grandchildren; Jonathan Fortson, Connor Fortson and Chloe Fortson all of Mount Dora and many nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be held in the First United Methodist Church of Mount Dora on Friday, March 18th at 4 PM. In lieu of flowers please send memorials to Cornerstone Hospice, 2445 Lane Park Road, Tavares, FL 32778
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