Flora Jean Fortner

Flora Jean Cunningham Fortner, 71, passed away Thursday May 15, 2014 after a period of declining health. A native and lifelong resident of Jackson County she was the daughter of the late Kelly and Elmina Simonds Cunningham. She loved cooking, reading and spending time with her family and friends. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her son Jeffrey Lee Fortner and by her sister Bonnie Mae. She is survived by her husband of 54 years Fornes Gene “Doc” Fortner 3 Sons- Willie Joe Fortner and his wife Nikole of Cullowhee Tilmon Gene Fortner of Dillsboro David Lee Fortner and his wife Vel of Dillsboro 2 Daughters- Pat Queen and her husband Kenny of Cullowhee Maxine Fortner of Sylva 11 Grandchildren and 4 Great Grandchildren Brother- Buddy Ray Cunningham of Sylva 3 Sisters- Gladys Frady of Sylva Joanne Nicholson of Canton Beatrice Bleckley of Cullowhee A Graveside Service will be held 2:00 PM Sunday May 18 at Mathis Cemetery in Tuckasegee. The family will receive friends Saturday evening from 7 until 9:00 PM at Appalachian Funeral Services. .