Carl E. "Eddie" Fortner

June 23, 1955 - December 28, 2020

Carl E. "Eddie" Fortner, age 65, a resident of Birchwood, went to be with Jesus and reunite with family on Monday, December 28, 2020. Eddie as he was affectionately know, was born in Cleveland and he was the son of the late Robbie "Dean" Childs Fortner and Carl William Fortner. His sons, Carl Shane Fortner and Cody D. Fortner also preceded him in death. Eddie was a graduate of Birchwood High School and he was a welder most of his life working for Estee Manufacturing until it closed. He owned and operated Eagle Home Remodeling. Several years ago he loved to play softball in a local league. He also enjoyed fishing and going to Wrestling matches. Eddie attended Burdette Baptist Church. Survivors include his Aunt, Dorothy Prentice, his cousins, Anne Bettis, Hoyt Stokes and many other cousins also survive. The Remembrance of Life Graveside Service will be conducted on Sunday, January 3, 2020 at McInturf Cemetery in Meigs County with Reverend David Evans officiating. The family will receive friends from 4:00 until 6:30 P. M. Saturday at the Jim Rush Funeral and Cremation Services North Ocoee Chapel who has charge of the arrangements. You may share your condolences and your memories with Eddie's family at www.jimrushfuneralhomes.com.