Terry Eugene Fortson

Terry Eugene Fortson, 44, of Azle, died on Monday, February 23, 2004, at his residence. Memorial services will be held at 10:00 AM Monday, March 1, 2004 at the Nalley-Pickle & Welch Rosewood Chapel Big Spring, with Dr. Kenneth Patrick, Chaplain of Baptist Memorial Center, San Angelo, officiating.He was born on May 8, 1959, in Big Spring, to Ray and Marilyn Carpenter Fortson.Terry graduated from Big Spring High School. He had worked as a tool designer. He coached his kids in baseball, soccer and football and was active in the Habitat for Humanity. He enjoyed rattlesnake hunting with his dad, fishing and shooting pool with his best friend. He was active in the men's club at his church. Terry was a loving husband, father, son and friend.Survivors include his wife, Elsa Fortson of Azle; his children Kenny and Leslie Fortson of Azle; his parents Ray and Marilyn Fortson of Big Spring; his sister, Kerry Susan McKinley of Big Spring and many aunts, uncles and cousins.He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Joe and Lois Carpenter and Mr. and Mrs. A.L. Fortson. The family suggests memorials to Hospice, Habitat For Humanity, or the Cancer Society Memorial Program, % Lucy Bonner, PO Box 2121, Big Spring, Texas 79721.Arrangements under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Big Spring. Online condolences can be made at: www.npwelch.com,