Catherine McNair-Forte' was born on June 15, 1930 in Bassfield, MS. to the late Rev. John A. "Johnnie" McNair and the late Maggie Magee McNair. After living a blessed and fruitful life, on August 21, 2024 at the seasoned age of 94 she peacefully went home to be with the Lord.

Catherine was a retired Educator with the Harrison County School District. She touched countless lives as she taught children from different backgrounds for 31 years. She was a faithful member of Washington Chapel C.M.E. Church in Gulfport.

Those who remain to cherish the many precious memories are her three daughters, Judy McNair-Green and Cathy Forte' both of Gulfport, MS, Debbie Williams of Fremont, California; a grandson/son who she reared and absolutely adored; Dwight (Arnett) McNair Sr. of Gulfport, MS.; four grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and six great-great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.

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