Background
Fortney, Rex Duane was born on August 21, 1950 in Van Wert, Ohio, United States. Son of Morgan L. and Mary L. Fortney.
Juvenile Probate (including wills trusts) judge
Fortney, Rex Duane was born on August 21, 1950 in Van Wert, Ohio, United States. Son of Morgan L. and Mary L. Fortney.
Juris Doctor, Ohio Northern University, 1975.
Bar: Ohio1975, United States District Court (northern district) Ohio 1976, United States Court Appeals (6th circuit) 1981. Partner Childs & Fortney, Van Wert, 1976-1983, Zeigler & Fortney, 1983-1984. Director law City of Van Wert, 1980-1983.
Judge probate division Van Wert County Court of Common Pleas, since 1985.
Board of directors American Heart Association, 1983-1987, Young Men's Christian Association, 1988.
Member American Bar Association, Van Wert County Bar Association (president 1985-1986), Ohio State Bar Association (council of delegate 1987-1989). Member United Church of Christ. Lodge: Kiwanis (vice president, president 1986).
Married Beverly A. Hoover, June 12, 1976. Children: Laura L., Ryan Doctorate. Bachelor of Arts, Bluffton College.