In memory of

John Kevin Fortune

Mar 7, 1954
May 18, 2023

Obituary

John Kevin Fortune passed away May 18, 2023 in Salem, Oregon from heart failure. He was born on March 7, 1954  in Ft. Belvoir, Virginia to Marie and Roland Fortune, who both preceded him in death. He is also predeceased by his only son, Zackery Fortune, and his two brothers, James Fortune and Brian Fortune.  He is survived by his brother, David (Betty)Fortune of Lakeland, Florida. He is also survived by three nieces and one nephew, Daniel Fortune, Jamie Owens, Valerie Fortune and Janet Fortune.

He was an ironworker in his younger years. He also enjoyed using his culinary skills after graduating from the Culinary Institute of America.  He was a member of the Moose Lodge in Waldport, Oregon.

He will be missed by his friends and family.

Messages of Sympathy

  1. Valerie Fortune says:

    Give ‘em hell up there . I know u are with Zak and I hope you both are at peace at last. Fly High , my precious uncle.

  2. Don Olsen says:

    May you rest in peace my friend

  3. Darla Hotop Farrell says:

    So many memories with John! Rest in Peace my friend!

  4. Dianna L'Heureux says:

    All the memories from El Toro and Petaluma visits hold a very special place in my heart. You will be so missed.

  5. Daniel Fortune says:

    Rest easy uncle John

  6. Ellen Fortune says:

    Rest in peace John

  7. David Fortune says:

    John will miss you forever

  8. David Fortune says:

    John I will miss you forever, say Hi to the family.

  9. Staff of Johnson Funeral Home says:

    Thank you for trusting Johnson Funeral Home.

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