of Little Rock, AR
June 10, 1941 - December 6, 2018
Glenda Adams Fortner, a longtime resident of Little Rock and Pine Bluff passed away on Thursday, December 6, 2018 after a short illness. Glenda was born on June 10, 1941 in Banks, Arkansas to parents Mary Wyman Adams and William Terrell Adams. Glenda is a graduate of the University of Central Arkansas and received her masters from The University of Arkansas. A long time teacher in the Pine Bluff School district, Glenda was a teacher at Pulaski Academy at the time of her retirement. She was a member of Second Presbyterian Church in Little Rock.
Glenda is survived by her husband, Wendell Fortner of Little Rock, Arkansas; two sons, Tim Fortner and wife Lisa of Lakewood Ohio, and Blair Fortner and wife Margaret of Ladue, Missouri. She is also survived by four grandchildren, Burke, Harrison, Walker and Lele.
A Memorial service will be 2:00 P.M., Tuesday, December 11, 2018 in the Chapel of Second Presbyterian Church of Little Rock with a memorial reception following the service. Memorial gifts can be made to the CARTI Foundation, P.O. Box 5501, Little Rock AR 72215.
To All The Fortners,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom.
Glenda and Wendell did such great job raising their kids.
Glenda’s good works have enriched our lives thru Tim.
Tim, Lisa, and Burke spread Arkansas Southern Hospitality and love to everyone they meet.
Our whole community benefits from the love and values that Glenda and Wendall instilled in Tim and is shared with all of us.
God Bless The Fortners!
Love,
Margaret and George, Michael, Emily, Georgie, Charlie Hericks
Tim and family,
I am so sorry to hear about your Mom. I have such fond memories of her. You all are in my prayers ðŸ™.
With sympathy,
Margie
Mr. Fortner I am so sorry for your loss. Mrs. Fortner was a wonderful lady. I wish you and yours peace during this difficult time.
I am going to really miss our “catching up” chats at family gatherings. I always looked forward to visiting with Glenda and Wendell.
Tim, I am sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. My prayers are with you and your family at this time. Tanya Taylor
So sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in the words spoken at Revelation 21:3,4 With that I heard a loud voice from the throne say: “Look! The tent of God is with mankind, and he will reside with them, and they will be his people. And God himself will be with them. And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away".
fond memories of Glenda as she was serious but also had a sense of humor. thoughts of a good person and life. Class of 59 seems to get smaller but all are missed.
Dear Fortner family - We were so saddened to hear about Glenda. She was one of my daughter's favorite teachers at PBHS, and also I believe she graduated with Blair. Such a sweet and kind lady. Sending a prayer for peace and comfort during this very sad time in all your lives.
My condolences go out to the family and friends. It is never easy to cope with the loss of a loved one, but God offers hope! At Revelations 21:3,4 God promises that death will be no more. Imagine what a wonderful time this will be! I hope this message leaves you with comfort in the times to come.
I was so sorry to hear about Glenda. We taught together at Dial and Robey.
I worked with Glenda at Jack Robey Junior High School in Pine Bluff. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
WENDELL AND FAMILY, GLENDA WAS A 1959 FORDYCE HIGH GRADUATE WITH ME. ON BEHALF OF ALL HER REDBUG 59er CLASSMATES, WE EXTEND OUR SINCERE CONDOLENCES. MY WIFE JANE GARNER HARRISON, FHS CLASS 1960 AND GLENDA ATTENDED ASTC WITH HER THE FALL OF 1960. SO, OUR PASTS WERE CLOSELY CONNECTED AS SCHOOLMATES...AND OF COURSE CLOSE FRIENDS.. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND THE EXTENDED FAMILIES..FOR COMFORT.
We are very sorry about the loss of Glenda. She was a wonderful woman and a great teacher! Due to Don's failing health we will not be able to attend the memorial service. I will be in touch soon. Sincerely, Jo Ann