HELEN PAULINE [SONGER] FORTNER ~ (5 January 1922~14 October 2007)
Helen Pauline [Songer] Fortner was preceded in death by her parents, Dewey and Flossie Thornsbaugh Songer. Helen passed away at 10:25 AM, Sunday, October 14, 2007 at Provena Covenant, Urbana, IL.
Per her wishes Helen was cremated. A memorial service was held at 6:00 PM, Thursday, October 18, 2007 at Pape Funeral Home, Danville, IL with Father John Paninski officiating.
Helen married William R. Redenbaugh in November 1945 in Danville. William preceded her in death on May 8, 1961.
Helen married Clay Thomas Fortner on May 21, 1966 in Danville. The couple celebrated their 41st anniversary prior to her death.
Survivors; two daughters; four grandchildren; and three great-great grandchildren.
Helen worked as a registered nurse for 40 years at the VA Hospital in Danville, IL.
Family Members
Parents
Flossie Thornsbrough Songer Hoffman
1899–1971
Spouse
Clay Fortner
1927–2023 (m. 1966)
Siblings
Eulalia M. Songer Roesch
1917–1987
