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Rita Fay Fort

February 28, 1933 - September 11, 2021
Visitation
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home-Big Spring
Monday 9/13, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Service
Trinity Memorial Park Peace Chapel
Tuesday 9/14, 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Rita Fay Fort, 88, of Midland, TX (formerly Big Spring), went home to be with her Lord Jesus on Saturday, September 11, 2021 at her home in Legacy Ranch Memory Care Center in Midland, TX. A service to celebrate her life will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, September 14, 2021 at Trinity Memorial Park chapel.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Monday, September 13th at Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home..

Rita was born February 28, 1933 in El Paso, TX and married John Edwin Fort, Jr. on May 3, 1953 In Big Spring, TX.  They were high school sweethearts and both graduated from Big Spring High School.  They raised three children, Lori Ann, Mark Edwin and Lisa Dee Fort.  They owned Rita’s Flowers in Big Spring from 1979 to 1986.

Rita served as the Women’s Residence Hall Supervisor, before retiring from Howard College.  After retirement, she spent several years as a frequent substitute teacher at Colorado City High School and Big Spring High School, where she was lovingly referred to as “grandma” by the students. Her actual grandchildren called her “Gigi”.  She had a soft heart for young people and puppy dogs.  She was a devoted follower of Christ and was a member of First Baptist Church in Big Spring.

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Survivors include her daughters, Lori Ann Miller/husband Kerry of Midland; and Lisa Dee Dunnam/husband Craig of Big Spring; Granddaughter-Allison Miller Creswell/husband Lance of Greenwood; Grandsons: Drew Miller/wife Bryana of Midland; Cody Carnes/wife Kari of Nashville, TN; and Will Currie of Austin.  She had 7 great grandchildren: Hannah, Ryder and Landry Creswell; Canyon and Kingston Carnes; and Zellie and Tobin Miller.

She was preceded in death by her husband, John Fort. Jr., her son, Mark Edwin Fort, her parents, Hack Wright and Flora Bell Gill; her sister, Lynn Ballenger; and one grandson, Mark Edwin Fort, Jr.  The family suggests memorials to Heart to Heart Hospice Center of Midland, TX.

Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home and Crematory. Online condolences may be made at www.npwelch.com

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Visitation
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home-Big Spring
Monday 9/13, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Service
Trinity Memorial Park Peace Chapel
Tuesday 9/14, 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Rita Fay Fort, 88, of Midland, TX (formerly Big Spring), went home to be with her Lord Jesus on Saturday, September 11, 2021 at her home in Legacy Ranch Memory Care Center in Midland, TX. A service to celebrate her life will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, September 14, 2021 at Trinity Memorial Park chapel. The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00Continue Reading

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Delynda Reed left a message on September 15, 2021:
Lisa and family.... so very sorry for the loss of your momma.... She was a sweet lady and I always enjoyed visiting her. May GOD comfort you all and give you strength. Delynda Reed
Carl D Reynolds left a message on September 14, 2021:
Lisa, Will, and Cody, I am so sorry for your loss. The good news is she is now alive and well and living with Jesus!
Ron/Jannette Westbrook left a message on September 12, 2021:
We are so sorry at the loss of sweet Rita! She was so good with all the kids at the college! She was kind and so giving. She made beautiful flower arrangements. She always made time for people! She will be missed! Prayers for you all!!
Linda & Bob Stuckley left a message on September 12, 2021:
Lori Your mother has gone to be with her loved ones. She still lives in your memory and in your faith. Based on your friendship, we know she was a wonder and loving mother and friend. You and your family are in our prayers. Blessings and love.
Connie Booth left a message on September 12, 2021:
Lisa, Cody, Will and the whole family. My heart breaks for you. Gigi was so special and will never be forgotten. There is no doubt she is sitting with Jesus! The hard thing is the loved ones being left behind in mourning. Many many prayers for comfort during this difficult time. Love you guys.
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Chloe left a message on September 11, 2021:
I love you so much !! so sorry for your Family loss. I love you so much for everything. You made me so happy and I will always miss you. From the bottom of my heart, I love you all and I am so sad 😭 she’s going to heaven I love you so much Chloe grace Dunnam
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