Carl E. "Tunie" Fortson's obituary , Passed away on July 14, 2025 in Ravenna, Ohio

Carl E. "Tunie" Fortson

December 21, 1946 - July 14, 2025 (78 years old)

Ravenna, Ohio

Carl E. "Tunie" Fortson's obituary , Passed away on July 14, 2025 in Ravenna, Ohio

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Carl E. "Tunie" Fortson

December 21, 1946 - July 14, 2025 (78 years old)

Ravenna, Ohio

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Carl E. Fortson Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Carl E. Fortson of Ravenna, Ohio, who passed away on July 14, 2025, at the age of 78, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the sacred silence of farewell, Carl E. is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Carl E.'s spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.

He was predeceased by: his daughter Nicole Grier. He is survived by: his wife Pat Fortson; his children, Carl Jr., Carol, William, Leverne, Tiffany and Joshua; and his brother Luther (Marie). He is also survived by grandchildren and great grandchildren.

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July 23, 2025

Frederick Eugene Cantrell wrote a sympathy message

“My Prayers and heartfelt Condolences are with the family Uncle Tunie as I referred to him is in the loving arms of the Lord and I will never forget the joyful smile and words of kindness and wisdom he gave Uncle Tunie you will truly be missed and to Pat and Chop and Josh in your time of grieving God will see you through take care Freddie ❤️🙏🏾.”


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