James "Jim" R. Fortney

James “Jim” R. Fortney (72) of Enterprise, WV, passed away on September 10, 2018 at 8:22am at home surrounded by his wife and children. Jim was born on January 10, 1946 to the late Hugh “Chutty” and Katherine Fortney.

Jim was a 1963 graduate of Shinnston High School and attended Fairmont State College.  During his time at FSC, he played Falcon Football for two years. He worked for 22 years at Sears & Roebuck Co. and later retired from Bridgestone Tire. He was a devout Catholic and a member of St. Ann Catholic Church and an adorer at the Eucharistic Adoration Chapel in Shinnston. Those that knew Jim knew he enjoyed hunting and fishing with Bob Ayers, Darel Knight and his buddies. Jim was also a quick wit, he wouldn’t hesitate to crack a joke and light up a room. He always had a kind word and a loving heart.

Those Jim leaves behind to cherish his memory include: his loving wife of 53 years, Teresa “Cheech” Fortney, his three daughters Kimberly Marra and husband Anthony, Lisa Knight and husband Randy, Christina Garbart and companion Tony Deal, six grandchildren: Elizabeth and Maralisa  Marra, Emily Knight, Lyndsey, Mary Katherine , and James Fortney-Garbart, his sister Sandra and husband Dr.  Baird Smith, a very special nephew Bob Ayers, and several nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Gathering and Service will be held on Saturday September 15, 2018 at Dorsey Funeral Home from 11:00am till 2:30pm. Reverend Father Jude Perera T.O.R. will perform Catholic Rites at 2:30pm. Per Jim’s request cremation services will be provided. Dorsey Funeral Home is honored to assist the Fortney Family.

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