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Ed Fortson
May 30, 1934 - October 18, 2014

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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  1. Tammy Williams McNatt, Trumann, AR says
    October 28, 2014

    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.

  2. Doris , says
    October 25, 2014

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

  3. pam duboise, trumann,ar says
    October 24, 2014

    I love you Daddy!

  4. Jeannie Cossey, Englewood,Colorado says
    October 21, 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.

  5. barbara collett, trumann,ark says
    October 20, 2014

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

  6. chuck and brandy grant, trumann says
    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

  7. chuck and brandy grant, trumann says
    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

  8. Jodi Johnson, Auburn Washington says
    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)

  9. Bill and Peggy Biggers, Trumann, AR says
    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

  10. Rene Shelton, Trumann,Ar. says
    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!

  11. sharon and ronnie barker, venice fl says
    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

  12. Jimmy Brooks, Temple Hill, Maryland says
    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.

  13. Tara Glass Wright, Camden, AR says
    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!!!

  14. Denise Dorton, Little Rock says
    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.

  15. Connie Seaton, Jonesbo Arkansas says
    October 20, 2014

    I'm very sorry to hear about your loss

  16. Amanda Carlin, Murfreesboro, TN says
    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.

  17. Machele 'Fortson' Wilson, Sherwood, AR says
    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.

  18. Danny Davis and Family, Trumann, Arkansas says
    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.

  19. Todd and Jenifer Mott, Flippin Ark says
    October 19, 2014

    Prayers for all.

  20. Genia Marburger, McNeil, Ar says
    October 19, 2014

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

  21. joyce Stewart, Bay, Arkansas says
    October 19, 2014

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

  22. Shirley McClaughlin Redd, Jonesboro Arkansas says
    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.

  23. Hester Hogan, Trumann, Ar. 72472 says
    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.

  24. Barbara Lairson, Ravenden, AR says
    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.

  25. Diann Moss, Trumann, AR says
    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!

  26. Dede Lucas, Grand Bay, Al says
    October 19, 2014

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

  27. Michelle Lee, Fortuna, ca says
    October 19, 2014

  28. goff family, trumann arkansas says
    October 19, 2014

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

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