William Mason Fortune, Sr. age 76, of Chilton, formerly of Craigsville Va., died on February 14, 2023, at Progressive Nursing Home in Sheboygan. He was born March 23, 1946, son of the late Gordon and Blanche Fortune. Other than his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Beverly Karshner in 2004, a son Brent Fortune also his father-in-law and mother- in -law Frank and Ann Karsher

William proudly served in the Air Force during Vietnam. The military and his career took him across the country, but no matter where he went, he remained an Alabama Crimson Tide fan. William was a wonderful son, father, and husband. He was loved by his family very much.

William is survived by his children: Mindy (Todd) Hidde, Jerry Fortune, Billy Fortune, and Brian (April) Fortune; grandchildren: Alicia (Brad) Tomcheck, Kristin Hidde, Alexis (Quinn) Rastall, Alivia (Kyle) Fortune, Mason Fortune and their mother Peggy Fortune, Justice Fortune, Scarlett Fortune, Phoenix Fortune and their mother Jessica Fortune, and Alana Fortune; and great-grandchildren: Ethan Hidde, Kaylee Hidde, Carter Hidde, Christian Rastall, Presley Rastall,and Brooklyn Tomcheck.

A graveside service will be held Wednesday February 22, 2023, at 1:00PM at Craigsville Community Cemetery, Craigsville, VA.

Arrangements are being handle by Arritt Funeral Home, Covington, Va.