Robert Lynn Fortner

PLEASE NOTE DUE TO REMODELING TAKING PLACE AT ANGEL FUNERAL HOME, ALL SERVICES WILL BE HELD AT SCHOOLER FUNERAL HOME, 4100 SOUTH GEORGIA. 

Robert Lynn Fortner, 77, of Amarillo, passed from this life on Thursday, July 31, 2025.

The family will receive guests at Schooler Funeral Home, 4100 S. Georgia, on Wednesday, August 06, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM. A funeral service to celebrate Robert's life will take place on Thursday, August 07, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Schooler Funeral Home, Brentwood Chapel with Pastor Don Fortner presiding. Burial will follow at Dreamland Cemetery in Canyon, Texas.

Robert Fortner was born on July 31, 1948, in Canyon, Texas, to Ben and Minnie Fortner. He graduated from Dimmitt High School and went on to further his education at TSTI. It was during a church singles retreat in Dallas that Robert met the love of his life, Melody. The two were married on July 20, 1991, in Amarillo, beginning a joyful, Christ-centered, fun-filled life together.

Robert had a deep appreciation for the simple pleasures in life—from a classic chocolate glazed donut to the excitement of a great wrestling match. He was an avid fan of the Dallas Cowboys and had a lifelong love for fast cars.

Beyond his hobbies and interests, Robert was deeply dedicated to his work and his community. He served as a custodian for Bushland ISD for 40 years, where he became a beloved figure among students and staff alike. His care, kindness, and quiet devotion left a lasting impact on the lives he touched.

Robert’s memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

Robert is preceded in death by both his parents, brother Dr. Ronald Fortner, and niece Rebecca Fortner.

Those left to cherish his memories include his beloved wife, Melody Fortner; niece, Cindy Fortner Slade and Husband, Dr. Steve of Houston, Texas, and nephew, John Fortner and wife, Tina of McKinney, Texas.