Paul Dean “Pete” Fortenberry, 77, of John Day, died Nov. 5 at his home surrounded by family. Services are pending.

Mr. Fortenberry was born Jan. 15, 1938, in Central, N.M., to Richard Lee Fortenberry and Nana Belle Chandler.

On April 21, 1960, he married Donna Lee Hagey in Philomath. He served in the U.S. Army from 1960-1968 as a staff sergeant. He then spent his career as a mechanic until retirement.

His hobbies included fishing and hunting.

Survivors include his wife, Donna Fortenberry, of John Day; sons, Alan Lee Fortenberry, of La Grande, Danny Ray Fortenberry of Selah, Wash., and Jeffery Brice Fortenberry of Bend; daughter, Paulena Conner of Hermiston; eight grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by three brothers, and a granddaughter, Noel Breann Fortenberry.

Arrangements are under the care of Driskill Memorial Chapel 241 S. Canyon Blvd. John Day, OR 97845.