220 Viva Drive, Trumann, AR 72472
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Ed Fortson

Ed Fortson

Ed Fortson

May 30, 1934 - October 18, 2014

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Mr. Floyd Edward “Ed” Fortson, 80, of Trumann, Ark., died Saturday, October 18, 2014 at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro. He was born May 30, 1934 in Harrisburg, Ark., and had lived most of his lifetime in Trumann. Mr. Fortson was a retired Union Organizer for the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America, and a member of the Eastside Baptist Church. Bro. Ed was a very fine Christian man with a huge heart and a burden for others to know Jesus. He and his wife have worked since 2001 helping drug addicts be able to enter a Mission’s Teen Program. He brought many of them into their home to live until they could find something else after finishing the program. He was responsible for “God’s New Life Missions” Bible Training Center being established in Marked Tree, AR. Through the years he has helped around 2000 men and women who were addicted to drugs or alcohol have the opportunity to turn their lives from addictions to God. He was preceded in death by one brother, Charles Fortson and his parents, Floyd and Ruby Costner Fortson. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Macil Wright Fortson of the home; four daughters, Ann (Jimmy Dale) Karnes, Phyllis (Kenny Guy) McMahan, Faye (Terry) Halfacre and Pam (George) Duboise all of Trumann; two sisters, Emma Jean Moore of Trumann and Louise Hinshaw of Jonesboro; one brother, Eschol Fortson of Trumann; 12 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren. Funeral service will be Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. at the Maple Grove Baptist Church in Trumann, AR, with Rev. James Moore, Rev. Kenny Guy McMahan and Rev. Richard Manes officiating. Burial will follow in Bolivar Cemetery in Harrisburg, AR., with Thompson Funeral Home of Trumann in charge of arrangements. Grandsons serving as pallbearers will be Jim Ed Karnes, Wade McMahan, Steven Halfacre, Travis Halfacre, Joseph Halfacre and Preston Duboise. Honorary pallbearers will be graduates of Mission Teens. Visitation will be Monday from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Maple Grove Baptist Church in Trumann. In lieu of flowers the family ask that you would please consider Eastside Baptist Church, P.O. Box 177, Trumann, Ark. or God’s New Life Mission, P.O. Box 166, Marked Tree, AR 72365 An online register book can be signed at www.thompsonfuneralhome.net

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"Pam, I was so sad to hear of your precious "Daddy's" passing. I will forever cherish the nights I spent at your house in our childhood. My prayers are with all of your family. Your Daddy was a very special man and I pray that the Lord bring you all strength in the days ahead.

Tammy Williams McNatt, Trumann, AR

October 28, 2014

"Please accept my sympathy for your loss, soon, no one will be sick again - Isaiah 33:24.

Doris ,

October 25, 2014

"I love you Daddy!

pam duboise, trumann,ar

October 24, 2014

"Pam, I am so sorry for your loss.Your Dad was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed. The world has lost a great man but heaven has gained one. My condolences to you and your family. May be peace be with you all.

Jeannie Cossey, Englewood,Colorado

October 21, 2014

"I am so sorry for your loss, we will be praging.may the Lord bless each and everyone of you.

barbara collett, trumann,ark

October 20, 2014

"You touched us in so many ways.Gone but never forgotten we love is and miss ya praying for family and friends

chuck and brandy grant, trumann

October 20, 2014

"You touched us in so many ways.Gone but never forgotten we love is and miss ya praying for family and friends

chuck and brandy grant, trumann

October 20, 2014

"MacilMy thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. LoveJodi Rogers Johnson(daughter of Virginia "Louise" McGuire Rogers)

Jodi Johnson, Auburn Washington

October 20, 2014

"So sorry to hear about you all's dad. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you. He will be greatly missed by many.Bill and Peggy

Bill and Peggy Biggers, Trumann, AR

October 20, 2014

"My thoughts and prayers go out to all the family. I knew Brother Ed from attending Eastside Baptist years ago through Brother Kenny and Sister Phyllis and he was probably one of the most Godly men I have ever been fortunate enough to meet..My heart and prayers goes out to all of the family. He is walking the streets of gold with Jesus and all the angels now!

Rene Shelton, Trumann,Ar.

October 20, 2014

"Faye, Phyllis and family we are so sorry for your loss are prayers are with you all at this time. We know all to well how faithful God is and know we will see our loved ones again.Sharon and Ronnie

sharon and ronnie barker, venice fl

October 20, 2014

"I have known Ed Fortson what seems like my entire life and thought of him more like a relative. I know that my Dad and Ed were very good friends and thought a lot of each other. Ed Fortson will be missed by everyone who knew him because everyone loved him. Rest in Peace Sir.

Jimmy Brooks, Temple Hill, Maryland

October 20, 2014

"To all the family:I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. My thoughts and prayers are with you all as you go through this. I really wish I could be there for the funeral but obligations here at home just won't allow it. Love you all!!!

Tara Glass Wright, Camden, AR

October 20, 2014

"Dear Fortson girls and Mrs. Fortson: I'm so sorry about the passing of your dad and husband. He was a fine man and know he will be missed terribly.

Denise Dorton, Little Rock

October 20, 2014

"I'm very sorry to hear about your loss

Connie Seaton, Jonesbo Arkansas

October 20, 2014

"Mr. Fortson was a remarkable man, always a blessing to everyone he met. All he wanted to do is share the love of Jesus with the world. He will never be forgotten. Wish I could be there as a Mission Teens graduate! My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Amanda Carlin, Murfreesboro, TN

October 20, 2014

"I would like to express my deepest sympathies to the Fortson family for your loss. From, Machele ‘Fortson’ Wilson daughter of Doc Wilburn Fortson, Jr.

Machele 'Fortson' Wilson, Sherwood, AR

October 20, 2014

"Phyllis, Kenny Guy, and members of the Fortson family. We are very sorry to hear of your loss. May the Lord bless and comfort your hearts during this difficult time.

Danny Davis and Family, Trumann, Arkansas

October 20, 2014

"Prayers for all.

Todd and Jenifer Mott, Flippin Ark

October 19, 2014

"Your in our prayer love you'll Wanda Phillips, Genia Marburger an FrancKes Bell

Genia Marburger, McNeil, Ar

October 19, 2014

"So sorry for your loss, I pray God gives you comfort and peace during this time of sorrow.

joyce Stewart, Bay, Arkansas

October 19, 2014

"I am sorry to hear of the passing of Mr Ed. However hearing how he suffered the last few days of his life I know that peace has finally came for all. I lost my dad almost 14years ago so I know your grief. Remember him fondly with all the good things he did for people. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Shirley McClaughlin Redd, Jonesboro Arkansas

October 19, 2014

"Dear Fortson Family, It saddens my heart to learn of your loss of your precious loved one. May God's mercy and grace be sufficient for your needs during this trying time in your lives. My prayers go with you that God will be sufficient in this your time of sorrow. Praying for your the family. God Bless and guide you, Wayne and Hester Hogan.

Hester Hogan, Trumann, Ar. 72472

October 19, 2014

"Very fine man of God. Helped many people including my son get in the mission and instead of prison he gave his life to God.Mr Fortson will be missed by many.RIP in Gods precious hand's. May God bless and comfort his loved ones.

Barbara Lairson, Ravenden, AR

October 19, 2014

"So sorry for your loss, praying for God's presence to be felt by all of you now and in the difficult days ahead!

Diann Moss, Trumann, AR

October 19, 2014

"My deepest sympathy to you all , Love y'all !!

Dede Lucas, Grand Bay, Al

October 19, 2014

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Michelle Lee, Fortuna, ca

October 19, 2014

"Ed was our neighbor for almost 18 yrs. He will be truly missed. praying for the family

goff family, trumann arkansas

October 19, 2014

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