Julia Mae Fortson of Athens, was a native of Wilkes County, Georgia.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Horace Fortson, Sr. and son, Horace Fortson, Jr.

Mrs. Fortson was a dedicated member of Clifford Grove Baptist Church and New Hope Baptist Church. She was employed at Athens General Hospital as an LPN for many years. Survivors include 6 children:  Mamie Funderburk, Rosa Fortson, Carolyn Fortson, Theodore (Mamie) Martin, Thelma Maddox and Annie Lumpkin; daughter-in-law: Eleanor Fortson; 13 grandchildren and other relatives.

The family is receiving friends at the residence.