Wayne David Fortenberry Obituary

We bid farewell to Wayne David Fortenberry of Hickory, North Carolina, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on October 13, 2025 at the age of 78. Wayne touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Wayne David Fortenberry to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his brother Danny Fortenberry. He is survived by: his wife Fredia Propst Fortenberry; his children, Michael Fortenberry (Lisa) of Hickory and Carla Fortenberry (Kelly Beaver) of Hildebran; his mother Floy Burns Fortenberry of Hickory; his siblings, Charlie Fortenberry (Irene) of Hickory, James Fortenberry of Hickory, Jerry "Red" Fortenberry (Sherry) of Icard, Ronnie "Fred" Fortenberry of Connelly Springs, Judy Anderson of Hickory and Brenda Huffman (Rick) of Hickory; and his grandchildren, Allison Fortenberry (Cody Rutherford), Haley Tizon (Danny) and Josie Ingle (Tanner). He is also survived by Numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 18th 2025 from 1:00 PM to 2:45 PM at the Wilkies Grove Baptist Church (5780 Wilkies Grove Church Rd, Hickory, NC 28602). A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, October 18th 2025 at 3:00 PM at the same location.

Memorials may be made to the National Kidney Foundation, 30 E 33rd St., New York, NY 10016.