Full service | Funeral for US Airman Roger Fortson

The service happened at New Birth Missionary Baptist Church on Friday.

[@turkscaicosgal]

Justice for Airman Roger Fortson. May his legacy not be tarnished. May his family be comforted. May his siblings be inspired and motivated to greatness.

[@goofygrannyandgranddaughte2082]

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[@ethelcooper47]

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[@pansydouglas3756]

A young man lost his life in this way,may justice serve my condolecence to the beareave family

[@pansydouglas3756]

My heart is in pain for the mother of Roger my prayer goes out for her help us prayed for her to be strong.Watching from JAMAICA

[@rubybogle4787]

⁰​@pansydouglas3756 Lord please help the family

[@TyStraightallker]

Rest in peace young patriot. Like I always believe, you were better than your murderer.

[@barbaraporter6573]

My heart is crushed for his mother 😭

[@NovletSamuels]

Yes am crying too

[@sammyfonder8273]

Rip my Brother I'm a military man to .he was my brother and every one served in the military we are brothers for life 🙏🙏🙏

[@NiccoleT414]

Beautifully said... Thank you for your service as well as the young Airman that has passed.

[@millionmasso]

We NEED JUSTICE ..

[@Polemic-2525]

Life without the possibility of parole type of justice. It’s gotta sting

[@daphnesmith1764]

I declare and decree in the blood of Jesus. Amen.

[@DrFunkenstien]

No justice no peace

[@user-cx8mt1iw8s]

We need roger need it the family need it an his commrades😢😢

[@debralady9934]

Justice for roger

[@MsTxDiamonds]

I've watched this entire service and this young man was well loved, and respected and he received the homegoing service much deserved. Fly in heaven my fellow Veteran.

[@thelifeofamomofyoungmanand6439]

My deepest condolences to this mom and her family as a Black Floridian I am supporting this family no mother should bury her child I am feeling the pain but I don’t know what it feels like but as a mom my heart goes to her 😢❤

[@ericadaniel1053]

Watching from UK, I don’t know the family but I’m a mom and can only imagine the pain she and the rest of her families going through right now. My heart is broken for them. So young with so much more to give to our world. May the angels take him safely to Master and justice will be given to his name and family 🙏🙏

[@msladya1]

MY PRAYERS ARE WITH THIS FAMILY… I SEND MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY… MAY THE GOOD LORD CONTINUE TO PROVIDE YOU ALL WITH STRENGTH AND COMFORT IN THIS TIME OF NEED🙏🏾 THANK YOU ROGER FOR YOUR SERVING & PROTECTING OUR COUNTRY WE APPRECIATE YOU🙏🏾

[@dwayneflorence4482]

This is tragic and maddening. My condolences to SrA Fortson’s family, friends and brothers and sisters in arms.

[@kendrasjohnson5576]

My prayers are not only for the family & friends of this fine young man but also for the military personnel! I've been told that military personnel are close-knit Family. Therefore my prayers are for them as well! 🙏💕

[@dwayneflorence4482]

@@kendrasjohnson5576 yes we are. And remain so upon separating or retiring.

[@2berapture2]

President Biden should at least sent a letter of recognition for serving this country.

[@TeteWhite]

Right

[@Lopez12otgyy]

Biden is probably sleeping through it all

[@keithen8708]

He's probably sleeping

[@Mrblacklibraman]

@@keithen8708 🤣😂🤣 So is Trump

[@Lopez12otgyy]

@Mrblacklibraman at least trump gets stuff accomplished

[@rose-marieblake8679]

May his soul rest in peace. My condolences to his grieving family.

[@kendraedwards]

🙏That deceased young man especially his mom will be on my prayer list. Watching from Antigua.

[@carlafelder8272]

My deepest sympathy and prayers to the family. My heart is heavy because of this young man’s death by a deputy sworn to protect and serve. Thank you Mr. Fortson for your service to this country so sorry this country didn’t serve you like your service to this country. Your life’s work speak for you🩵

[@change5143]

This is how you preach truth and comfort at the same time! Gifted, blessed, and skilled!

[@GLOBETRAVLER2]

The Lord didn't take this young man, the racist policeman did.

[@NormanStapley]

YES

[@user-zh9xe9nt9x]

😊😊p​@@NormanStapley

[@bobbyrozier763]

Exactly! They should have omitted the scripture saying "the Lord taketh away". Evil took this young man way before his time. Lord have mercy. Watching this 3 weeks later. Very heartbreaking. 😢😢

[@user-wx7mt4sg9d]

HOW LONG LORD JESUS HOW LONG ?. REST IN PEACE SIR, THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾. STRENGTH TO THE FAMILY 💪🏾💪🏾

[@user-re7jc4js8u]

He did not die while he was serving in the USA army; but died in his home. I also believe in destiny. Was it his time?

[@MidWestNikki1]

@@user-re7jc4js8uit don’t matter where he died. He was an active airman which means he was serving our government and protecting us.

[@user-cx8mt1iw8s]

​@@user-re7jc4js8uno thay deputy cut his destiny short 😢😢

[@bbrizzle04]

This is just disgusting, unnecessary and heartbreaking. I'm sooo sick of seeing services like this. Thank you for your service. God please be with this family and friends. Rest in peace young man. I'm so angry, yet again. 🙏🏼😪🙏🏼😪🙏🏼😪🙏🏼😡😡😡

[@MidWestNikki1]

Sadly blk ppl killed by the police have to advertise themselves to receive justice for their ppl. To keep the media interested to keep the story live. Smh

[@prettinessful]

Took the words right out of my mouth 💔🙏🏾😢

[@user-pr8mq9fg7j]

Mother be strong in the lord Jesus Christ ,you know he is with his heavenly Father ,stay strong in the lord God bless you and your family..

[@MyraChambers-df4zd]

🙏God bless and surround this family with peace and justice. Uplifting and powerful🙏 home going service. 🙏BLESSINGS 🙏🙏

[@loisharris4672]

God bless this families ❤🙏❤️

[@curlineolusola6571]

Rest in peace Airman Roger! You’ve fought a good fight. Thank you for your service😢😢 May God bless your family.

[@TeacherPositive]

I pray that God will pour His everlasting blessings upon Roger’s family non-stop! Keep the faith family!

[@TrueDaughterofYAH]

My deepest sincere condolences to the Family. May The Most High continue to bless you and keep you. In your sorrows.🌹🙌🏾📖

[@rodneymorton2970]

Thank you ROGER FORTSON. For your sacrifice and service. To our beloved America . Go with JESUS CHRIST. And i know your family shall see 👀your SMILE again 😊 thank you Big Brother. JESUS CHRIST. For the cross ✝️ in my prayers .🙏❣🇺🇸😊

[@janetjohnson2929]

As a mother I felt the pain for this mother I hope she will encourage the rest of children to accept Jesus Christ as their Lord and Saviour so that their soul will be ready on that great judgment day...

[@helenpatterson2983]

You are 💯 right

[@butterfly38980]

@@helenpatterson2983 Amen. ❤🙏🙏

[@NovletSamuels]

Amen

[@blossomedtrees8520]

How do you assume that her children aren’t religious?

[@respiratory38]

Justice will never be served. Even if the officer is found guilty, justice will never be served. He is still gone.. His mother has still lost her son.. 😢😢😢😢😢

[@robincampbell-fp2vo]

The Cop will eventually stand before God and be Judged

[@DorisIngram-dp2cr]

But God

[@moniquehayes3922]

So sad he didn’t deserve this , my thoughts and prayers goes out to his mom and family

[@rasberrybombay2]

My sincere deepest condolences to his family and friends....Justice for airman Roger fortson... It's messed up u can't even sit in ur home anymore and relax

[@Gmajor32]

Praying for the liberty to mourn in peace, the strength to stand, and the resolve to fight. Thank you SrA Fortson. Rest now, we have it from here…

[@barbarabrown4205]

MY , MY , MY GOD

[@janetjohnson2929]

Amen that was a good word that convicted the hearts of everyone.

[@omaryusaf9199]

This airman will be walking in heaven the angels are waiting to welcome you home to eternity rest in peace my brother God bless you

[@Lopez12otgyy]

He will only if he ever trusted Jesus Christ to save him

[@bulldogblack5450]

@@Lopez12otgyy people there is nothing heavenly spiritual or sacred about what has happened to this young black man in America's continuous system of white supremacy were there a handcuffing 5 year old black children and murdering innocent unarmed black men women and children besides this honorable animal young black service men that happened to answer his door armed not armed and dangerous armed. My deepest condolences the family of this young man after being brutally murdered by a race Soldier badged terrorist. B1😎

[@peggylee7538]

Will be praying for the family

[@brendagbrown1287]

To those blaming Roger for his death, by coming to the door with a gun, which was his 2nd amendment right~ After the 2nd shot the gun was seen flying out of his hand & he was falling~ So IF the cop had thought he was a threat, he clearly was no longer a threat so WHY did he shoot him 4 more #TIMES That cop shot him {6 TIMES} as soon as he opened his door~ First of all, that cop was supposed to tell him to #DROP the gun & raise his hands~ In Alaska & some states you can't even shoot & kill a #BEAR until it #CHARGE you~ Then it's self defense~

[@DB-qw6xq]

It's very sad that he lost his life, but who in their right mind would open the door with a gun in his hand to a police officer? The officer cannot take any chances, too many psychologically disturbed or criminally minded people are allowed to have extremely dangerous weapons in the US, which a completely out-of-date constitution allows them to have! As soon as you get rid of this medieaval constitution the better!

[@Malitubee]

@@DB-qw6xq He’s in his own home, you support your 2nd amendment? At least until it’s a black man

[@cujokila]

⁠@@Malitubeethat’s usually how it goes. I’m sure DB would be screaming and crying foul if it had been anyone but a young black man.

[@user-re7jc4js8u]

@@DB-qw6xq :That was how I was thinking. He should have know better than to open the door with a gun in his hand. I wonder if he was depressed.

[@marthapalmer-hanson5872]

The big question is, why did the deputy hide himself from the peep hole. Rodger couldn't see who was knocking, hence he came to the door with his protection. That deputy is a coward that's why he shoot without even a slight bit of querying. He is wicked, especially when the reporter was not sure of the address. She is as guilty as the deputy.

[@beautifulheart5528]

You know what’s sad, no amount of words, good acknowledgement, praise, good remembrance, changes of law or policies; even what we call justice, can never take away the grief or pain that one feels when we lose some one. No matter what the circumstances are that take you out of this life, death is no solace to anyone, even if nice things are said about them.

[@jordanwhite7300]

RIHP US AIRMAN ROGER FORTSON THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE ❤️💙🤍🇺🇸🕊️PRAYERS AND CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY 🙏🏽🙏🏽🌹🕊️🌹🕊️🌹🕊️🌹🕊️🌹🕊️🌹🕊️🌹🕊️🌹🕊️🌹🕊️🌹🕊️🌹🕊️

[@AT-zl6dk]

Praying for the Family, military, & community at large Rest in Paradise ✨😞🕊️🙏🏻 🇺🇸 🪽

[@patriciamitchell1924]

Preach it Al Sharpton...yes we will fight for Roger...I don't even know of this youngman and I can definitely c how he touched the lives of so so many people especially his love ones and colleagues..he will forever be remember and Not Forgotten. REST IN PEACE MY FELLOW SERVICEMAN.GODS LOVES YOU AND I WILL ALWAYS KEEP U ALL CLOSE UN DEEP PRAYER UNTIL THE LORD GETS THE VICTORY 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🦶

[@sheilawashington8138]

My condolences to his family

[@janetjohnson2929]

No weapon formed against God people when we put our trust exclusively in the shed blood of Jesus Christ who bled and died for our sins..

[@cynthiajenkins6425]

What an electrifying address--thought provoking and truthful

[@a.jtol.9756]

Wonderful Home Going which is ABSOLUTELY DESERVING! May the LORD continue to comfort and keep the family safe!

[@alvinahallett1446]

My deepest heartfelt condolences to the family of Airman Roger Fortson. I pray that God comforts you all. Thank you Airman Fortson for your service. Vengeance is mine says the Lord. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@sharonsanders4160]

Yes vengeance is mine😢

[@VRMSZTAX]

Blessings and Prayers of strength for the family of Airman Roger Fortson

[@verajones9158]

AMEN 😪😪.

[@enaforde4640]

This was a very sad occasion for His Family Friends and colleagues RIP

[@E-Dubb-hu6mx]

God Bless the family. Heaven has gained another angel. Rest well young man...In Jesus name. Amen....

[@elwynevans7912]

My condolences to entire family the life of Roger was cut short, it is the entire family that goes through not just one person. As a mother of a military son thank you for your service Roger. Grace and peace be upon us all.

[@bernattajackson8600]

He did that he said that Mika your pastor preached your son service It was beautiful we gonna fly fight and win. Yes we are. I’m on my walk in Sacramento California and I was listening to him. He got me crying. Mika wipe those tears wipe the tears tell Harmony to wipe the tears because you guys gonna win at the end of the tunnel. They will have to pay what they did to your baby.

[@DrFunkenstien]

Pastor Bryant Did A Great Job On The Eulogy

[@DrFunkenstien]

Your Right That Deputy Will Pay For What He Did To That Young Man Even If With His Life He Will Pay

[@user-ex1kv1iy3w]

This woman that called the police can't forgive her

[@sharonsanders4160]

Sorry. But me either killing like this always reminds me of the brutal killing of Emmitt Till😢

[@user-gm1pj9nf1v]

I am greaving with you guys because I suffer the lost of my only son thank God justice was served but my heart is still broken

[@helenpatterson2983]

Yes

[@brendagbrown1287]

🛐💜💜🙏

[@user-cx8mt1iw8s]

Condolence

[@joancover5141]

My condolences to all the family and colleagues God bless you all 🙏🏽🙏🏽🇬🇧

[@GLOBETRAVLER2]

I am grateful the pastor having the courage to tell it like it is. Time out for placating in the face of evil in this country and world.

[@chill3113]

😢I give my condolences, and prayers to this Airman Roger Fortson entire family,and friends. I am truly heartbroken 💔 and sorry for your loss. May he rest peacefully in the arms of our Lord,and Savior. 🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️Righteousness, and Justice shall prevail with our God! Hallelujah and Amen. 🙏🏾🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️

[@willagoodallgoodall550]

My heart goes out to that mother God bless you and I know what it means to lose a child because I lost four but it will get better

[@temitopematthewoke4777]

My condolences to his family and justice for Roger

[@dwaynenix468]

God aid comfort to this family, Lord God like only you can. Lord God aid peace that surpasses all human understanding. Bless Lord God! Amen 🙏🏾 Watching his Mother push through. Shakes my soul.

[@marthapalmer-hanson5872]

God is still in control. Let's give thanks for his great life. So sorry. ❤

[@LADYROSE2711]

RIP, young man. Thanks for your service ❤

[@talkingshow7544]

My Condolences to the family praying for strength 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@Ikw2]

May the peace of The Most High God dwell in the family’s heart. May all those responsible for the murder of Roger NEVER have peace of mind.

[@sharonsanders4160]

Never 😭

[@patriciamitchell1924]

My condolences first of all to this family...He has his wings while serving his country and now from the Lord he will be walkn around heaven all day full of joy and peace🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@michaelsmith-kc6dd]

Gone too soon! Lost his life for absolutely no reason! Yes, this is heart beaking and unnecessary for Roger to have lost his life. Please don't talk about forgiveness right now. Whatever we talk about, forgiveness ain't on the table right. JUSTICE is all that needs to be discussed at this moment.

[@DonnettaCrum]

What happen

[@sharonsanders4160]

I wholeheartedly agree 😢

[@Daina1961]

My condolences to the family

[@Letvon]

I watched this service from beginning to end and my question is, where are the following people? Joe Biden, Kamala Harris, Donald Trump’s representative, Secretary Austin, Senators Warnock & Ossoff or their representative? I did not hear any letter of recognition read from anyone of them. It’s a crying shame. This young man served his country and senselessly lost his life, because of a Karen who told a lie and law enforcement person who is a moron. Justice for Roger!!!

[@marthapalmer-hanson5872]

Karen killed Roger.

[@marthapalmer-hanson5872]

Yes Letvon. I have watched carefully and have not seen a representative from either of them. Its a huge SHAME.

[@robincampbell-fp2vo]

That’s why I’m not voting for none of them!

[@DrFunkenstien]

None Of Them Was There No Statement No Nothing Smh

[@jonnehayesjr.9299]

@@DrFunkenstienThat’s. not true , Raphael Warnock is there

[@ellasmith9905]

My condolences to the family, blessings and prayers of strength for the family of airman Roger Fortson we thank him for his service and may his legacy lives on

[@user-gu6xs9ho1g]

You Better Say That 👏🏿 👏🏿 YESSIREE. Beautifully Spoken. It’s not how much time You are on this Earth. It’s what You Accomplish while You was here. Looking at this event He won many trophies 🏆. The Battle is fought Victory Is won. He will live in the hearts and minds of many. Absent from the body. Present with The Lord. RIP Angel. To the Family Condolences 💐 with heartfelt Sympathy from the heart. ❤️ One Day at a Time. Keep the Faith. God is still in control. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️❤️❤️🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿He that believers shall have an everlasting Life. To God Be The Glory Amen!!!🙏🏾

[@truebeautyandBREyond]

#JusticeForSrARogerFortson #FlyInPeaceSrARogerFortson

[@user-ec8jb2vy5d]

My prayers are with the family..So much love coming your way family..from a small town in Texas.i feel your pain ❤

[@user-pz1nw4pr2i]

Praise the Lord I give my condolences to the family of your son my be and hold this family together and cover you all ❣️🙏😇

[@NovletSamuels]

Oh Lord strength this family you are near to the broken hearted and those that are crushed in spirit ❤

[@lopezgarvin9519]

Lord Jesus help this family

[@LeoraWesley]

Think you for your service prayers for the family rest in peace God bless you

[@lorenzogadson480]

This is one of those things that only God, Jesus, & Holy can fix… so much pain 😢

[@Truth430]

Those two ladies were short and to the point. Very good , I love that.

[@user-wh4xj8xh8o]

Aim high across the wild blue yonder Airman Fortson. Thanks for your service

[@charleswilliams8248]

Black citizens of the United States 🇺🇸 have been experiencing these police killings for centuries! Some justified, most of them are not. This particular case is very heartbreaking and senseless 😢. When will it ever cease…

[@user-cx8mt1iw8s]

Seem like this goin to be a cold case cus that deputy should be sitting in a cell😢😢

[@charleswilliams8248]

@@user-cx8mt1iw8sBrotha U R right!

[@charlesjohnson154]

Rev. Jamal Bryant spoke the truth!

[@helenpatterson2983]

Yes

[@DrFunkenstien]

That's the greatest sermon I ever heard from him

[@mariecroizil2210]

May the Lord bless and console and strengthen the family and everyone affected by this beautiful lost soul 😭

[@user-zw3hs7dg8e]

Rest in peace and thank you for your service to this country also sending prayers of comfort to your family, friends, co-workers and community.

[@curlineolusola6571]

Deepest condolences to the family. May you find peace and comfort in the memories you have of your sweet Roger. 🙏🏽❤️🤗

[@sherrayreed5812]

The family and friends of Airman Roger Fortson have my sincere condolences. I'm praying for swift justice to the fullest extent of the law for the officer and any party who played apart in Airman Roger Fortson being assassinated.

[@janetjohnson2929]

Speak that truth.too many demons are operating in the world people should cry out to God for deliverance from these spirits instead of using them as blood sacrifices..amen

[@user-nl5ip8sh9r]

Mighty God am weak for this young man tears flowing

[@NovletSamuels]

Yes i am just crying my heart hurt

[@user-cx8mt1iw8s]

So true am crying all the way from Trinidad Rip Roger😢😢

[@MonicaTaylor-vv5qi]

Sending prayers of comfort to the family

[@brendafedrick5796]

My condolences to the mother and family. 😢 May the Lord strengthen you during this difficult time! Our hearts were touched in Augusta, GA, and mourned the loss of this young airman. Praying for the family.

[@MyssLynn60]

AMEN Paster he spoke nothing but the truth.. Rest in Gods Kingdom Sr Airman Roger Fortson I salute you.. Thank you for your service 🙏🏽❤️🙏🏽🕊️🌹🕊️🌹❤️❤️ sending hugs love and prayers to the family ❤️🌹❤️🌹

[@ssomerville3125]

When will it stop

[@colleenadams6147]

ask God.

[@snarkdragon]

It'll stop, when we the people are willing to MAKE it stop.

[@nikkorhodes7463]

I would love to know about what that sheriff deputy’s life was before law enforcement! murdering this young black senior us airman combat veteran! This is one of the most unbelievable deaths ever Murdered for nothing Wow

[@sashataylor5187]

We Grief with you Justice WILL PREVAIL GOD BLESS YOU

[@rahelnujacqklittlefield7203]

My deepest,deepest condolences to the Fortson family.I pray that the Lord comfort you in this hour.We have a God who will repay for vengence is his.Love Carolyn Davis

[@marvinwillis7918]

My heartfelt condolences go out to the family and friends of Roger Fortson. I am praying for you that God will deliver justice for this fine young man that was unjustly murdered at the hands of someone who is a product of predjudice in America. America has a heart problem that only God can solve.

[@marylucas8123]

My condolences to the family and friends. May the God of Comfort and Peace comfort you during this tragic time in Jesus Mighty Name Amen 🙏

[@Regenold]

Deepest Sympathies to The Rogers.Fortson Family, Friends and Mustangs of Ronald McNair High. Especially Ola Mae Fortson~Whitaker 1800's ATL. Inman, Georgia's very own ❣️ Love, Always. Yes, We got it.

[@shirleyrollin7596]

Prayers goes out to his mom and family and for justice.🙏❤😇🕊 RIP Young man Watching from Canada 💯💪✌❤😇🤗🌞🕊 GOD BLESS ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@georgemack5970]

My condolences to the family. Thank you for your service. 🙏🙏🙏♥️

[@carolwalton4549]

Powerful Word Pastor Bryant!! Singers were amazing as well. Again, Condolences 💐 to the family! May God give you strength and peace. ❤️🙏🏽❤️

[@tawanagaffney8298]

Justice for Airman Roger Fortson!! 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@gailkellyanderson2662]

Rest in Heaven young man

[@sjohnson3407]

Powerful Sermon Rest Easy SrA! Thank you for your service.

[@user-vk4tk9bd8h]

From one Godly Mom to another Godly Mom and Family I am sending you'll my prayers, comfort, justice!!! *Love*prayers**Justice

[@victoriawaltowermannings7666]

My CONDENCES TO HIS FAMILY AND MAY U REST IN POWER YOU GONE YO SOON 😢😢😮😢😢😢

[@aislinnkeilah7361]

How sad. This should not have happened. Better screening and training of police is needed.

[@STANKY_NUTZ]

That's not training, you can't train that bias out of a person

[@Ikw2]

It’s a heart issue.

[@jonnehayesjr.9299]

@@Ikw2Powerful and insightful comment. You hit the nail on head. 💯