Carla Fortner Sharp's Obituary
Carla Fortner Sharp, 76 of Folsom, Louisiana passed away Monday, September 15, 2025, peacefully surrounded by her loving family. Carla was born September 25, 1948 in Newport, Arkansas to Buddy Lewis and Thelma Fortner.
Carla’s life was one defined by faith, love, and family. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend. Her kindness touched everyone she met. She was an active and committed member of First Baptist Church in Covington. She loved her Lord and Savior fiercely, and she served him honorably.
For 26 years, Carla was married to her beloved husband and soulmate, Hezzie Kenneth Sharp. Their marriage was a true example of love and devotion, joining together two families into one. Carla was the proud mother of three daughters: Jill Ardoin (Tony), Joy Glover, and Julie Glover. Through her marriage to Kenneth, she lovingly embraced his children Kenneth Sharp (Sherry), Steven Sharp (Michelle), and Elizabeth Brockhoeft (Eric) as her own. Carla is also survived by her loving sister, Diane Ruff; sister-in-law, Ellen Fortner; 15 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews that were dear to her heart.
Carla was proceeded in death by her parents; her brother, John Hyman Fortner Sr.; her sister, Dorothy Doss; her brothers in law, Paul Doss and Jon Ruff; her grandson, Joseph Waldron Johnson Jr.; and her childhood best friend Cheryl Sharp.
Carla was brilliant and determined. She graduated from Covington High School. She earned her Bachelor of Science in paralegal studies when she graduated Cum laude from Tulane University. She also went on to obtain her Notary Public certification proving that her thirst for knowledge and dedication to her professional growth never wavered.
Carla will be remembered not only for her intelligence and accomplishment, but also for her warmth, quick-wit, and the laughter she brought into every room. She had an extraordinary gift for making others feel valued and cherished. Her family will forever treasure the countless memories she created with them.
Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service on Friday, September 19, 2025 at 2:00 pm at E J Fielding Funeral Home, 2260 West 21st Avenue, Covington, LA with visitation beginning at 12:00 pm until service time. Interment will follow in Fussell Cemetery, Fussell Cemetery Road, Covington, LA.
E.J. Fielding Funeral Home has been entrusted with funeral arrangements. Please sign the guestbook at https://www.ejfieldingfh.com.
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