ATLANTA — Former state Sen. Vincent Fort will lie in state at Atlanta City Hall ahead of his funeral this weekend, the city announced on Tuesday.
Fort passed away last week at age 68 from complications of cancer.
Fort was a former Democratic leader in the Georgia Senate who championed liberal causes.
“Vincent Fort was a powerful voice for economic and racial equality with a legacy of dedication to social justice, civil rights, and advocating for our marginalized communities. As a result of the communities he impacted, many hailed him as ‘The People’s Champion.’ His commitment to the people will always have a profound impact on our city and state,” the Atlanta City Council said in a news release.
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Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens said Tuesday that Fort will lie state on Friday inside the City Council Chambers from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
He will then be taken to the Willie A. Watkins Funeral Home West End Chapel for masonic last rites from 6 - 8 p.m.
Fort’s celebration of life and memorial service will begin at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 4, at the Lindsay Steet Baptist Church, 55 Lindsay St. NW.
“Vincent Fort has been my friend colleague, and advisor for nearly 12 years. He will go down in Atlanta’s history as a hero for civil, housing and human rights for all. This is a loss for too many who never knew him. My prayers are with his loved ones, his co-workers and audience and the unfortunate folks who never experienced his passion and fire for justice,” Dickens said in a statement.
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