Steven Royce Fortune

Steven Royce Fortune, age 54, of Cabot, AR, formerly of Batesville, died Friday, April 13, 2018 in Little Rock, AR following a brief illness.

Steve was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Jimmie R. Fortune and Shirley M. Fortune of Batesville, MS. He is survived by his fiance’, Kayla Baldwin of Cabot, AR.; his daughter, Meri Morgan Fortune of Senatobia; and his sister, Dawn Fortune of Memphis, TN, as well as a host of loving extended family members and friends.

Steve was born on February 16, 1964 in Batesville. He was a member of the Batesville church of Christ. Steve was employed as a machinist, specializing in the area of tool and die. He enjoyed restoring old cars, playing cards, spending time with friends and family and was at one time a nationally ranked foosball player. He was an avid Mississippi State Bulldog fan, enjoying football, baseball, and girls’ softball.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 21, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at the Batesville Church of Christ. There will be a visitation with the family and refreshments following the service in the church annex. A private burial service will be held at Forrest Memorial Park in Batesville following the memorial. Wells Funeral Home has charge.