Linda Lavern Fornett King

Linda, age 76, was called home to be with the Lord on August 5, 2025. She was the beloved wife of James King for 49 years and a devoted mother to Kevin Fornett, Alicia (Kelvin) Wroten, Eddie (LaSonya) Gomez, and James (Courtney) King, Jr, along with bonus children, Robert (Robertine) Deloach, Mary Ratcliff, and David (Cleo) King. She was a loving grandmother to Antonio (Jamilah) Robinson, Demarc (ChanDra) Jennings, David (Jessica) Joseph, Lauren Packer, Chenell Gomez, and JaDaija King. She was also a proud great-grandmother to Karter Woods, Averi Jennings, Jaiden Mason, and Dawn Thomas, along with bonus grandchildren and great-grandchildren, all of whom she is survived by. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, Louis and Beatrice Fornett; her siblings, Dr. Louis Fornett, Jr., Myrtis Gaines, Johnnie McKanders, Willie Fornett, Evelyn Fuller, and Charles Fornett. She is survived by her siblings Rose Sanders, Janet Fornett, Roy (Starletta) Fornett, Marion Fornett, and Nadine (Jimmie) Wilson, as well as a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Linda graduated from Carver High School in 1967 and MGCCC with a degree in Early Childhood Education. She worked for 18 years at the Jackson County Youth Shelter, where she poured her heart into helping children feel safe, valued, and loved during some of their most difficult moments. Her compassionate nature and steadfast dedication made a difference in countless young lives. She also spent five years working at Ingalls Shipbuilding.

Linda's vibrant personality and joyful spirit lit up every room she entered. She had a way of making people feel seen and loved. Her warmth and compassion left a lasting impact on everyone she met. Her faith in God was her anchor, and she lived a life marked by grace and gratitude.

Linda King’s memory will live on in the many lives she touched. Though she will be deeply missed, we rejoice and take comfort in knowing she is now resting in the arms of the Lord.

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