Doris Russell Forte

Doris Russell Forte, 95, of Albemarle, went to be with her Lord on July 28, 2024, at Spring Arbor of Albemarle.

Doris was born August 20, 1928, in North Carolina to the late Amos Russell and the late Myrtle Russell. 

She was also preceded in death by husband, Richard Tillman Forte, son, Richard Russell Forte, grandson, Amos Russell Forte, and daughter-in-law, Jan Forte. She longed to be reunited with her family; what a wonderful reunion and embrace that must have been early Sunday morning.

A graveside service will be held on Friday, August 2 at 1:00 pm at Fairview Memorial Park located at 1425 East Main Street in Albemarle, officiated by Pastor Trent Drye and Reverend Joel Lynn. 

Doris worked for the Stanly News and Press and retired from the Stanly County Home Extension office after 30 plus years of service. After retirement, she spent several years volunteering with Hospice of Stanly, now called Tillery Compassionate Care. Doris also helped her husband run the Pure Gasoline Station in the heart of Albemarle. She loved to share stories about her time at the station and the precious memories of working alongside her husband and son. Doris was a delightful, strong-willed lady with a quick wit who possessed vast knowledge of Stanly County, her home for 95 years.

Doris was a faithful member of First Presbyterian Church of Albemarle where she was greatly respected and loved by so many. She attended as long as she could and enjoyed listening to the services when she was no longer able to attend. 

Spring Arbor became her home in April of 2022 where she quickly made friends among the residents and staff. She enjoyed the visits from family, friends, neighbors and church members during her time there. While there, she could be found playing bingo, left-right-center, making crafts, enjoying time in fellowship with the other residents, and participating in Bible reading. The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the staff at Spring Arbor for their love and compassionate care over the past several years.

Doris is survived by her adoptive family, Jennifer, Trent, TJ, and Larson Drye, Brett, Kassi, and Bryant Brinson, and Amy and Ed Brinson. She is also survived by many beloved cousins and extended family.

She quickly became known as granny to Jennifer and her family and will hold an everlasting place in their hearts.

Donations may be made to First Presbyterian Church of Albemarle for the building fund, 126 W. North Street, Albemarle, NC 28001, or to Tillery Compassionate Care  https://tillerycompassionatecare.org/

Hartsell Funeral Home of Albemarle is serving the Forte family.