Vernell Hale Fortner Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Vernell Hale Fortner (Austell, Georgia), who passed away on November 27, 2024, at the age of 96, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire her loved ones, keeping Vernell's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While her presence may be gone, her impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.
She was predeceased by: her parents, I. V. Hale and Lona Hale; her husband Elbert Fortner; and her son Roger Fortner. She is survived by: her son Michael Fortner (Ann); and her grandchildren, Amy Belinfante (Jay), Jason Fortner (Alyssa), Chris Fortner and Matt Fortner. She is also survived by seven great-grandchildren.
A graveside service was held on Saturday, November 30th 2024 at 12:00 PM at the Mt Pisgah Baptist Church (851 South Gordon Rd SW, Austell, GA 30168).
