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Samuel Forrester "Forrest" Gregory
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This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Charlotte Steele
October 4, 2008
Sam, Jill and Emma,
My whole family is so saddened by the news of the death of Forrest. He was very special to us and touched our hearts forever. From the time that I met Forrest in middle school, I knew that God had placed him in my life, and I am very fortunate to have known him. He will never be forgotten. Our prayers are with you all in this sorrowful time in your lives.
Krystal B.
October 3, 2008
Forrest...Although we had our in and outs we mostly had ins! I had a great time getting to know you and now its the hardest thing that you are gone! I will forever miss you!
Heather Bowery
October 1, 2008
forrest, you will never imagine how much i miss you. i was thinking about the night we were all at ryans and somebody would neal behind somebody and somebody else would come and push someone who would end up falling backwards, thats hard to explain but i know you know what im talking about.
i miss you!!!
Carmen .
October 1, 2008
Forrest .. i called him my gump.. well im sorry to all the family and friends , i know im a stranger to all but forrest but forrest was a good friend of mine he always looked out for me and guiged me in the right direction when i was headed down a bad path .. im am so sorry to the world that he is gone cause he was a great person and now the world is misin out on the joy he could and would have brought to everyone .. R.I.P. ...Carmen
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Debra Milby
September 29, 2008
Mr. and Mrs. Gregory and Emma,
My deepest condolences to your entire family. I feel fortunate to have known Forrest. He was a kind, compassionate young man, and will be greatly missed.
May God comfort you with His love and peace.
Lindsey Pantele
September 26, 2008
Mr. and Mrs. Gregory and Emma,
I was so sad when I heard the news about Forrest. I can't imagine what you are all going through and I'm so sorry! I remember playing outside with Forrest with all of the other neighborhood kids in Glen Gary when we were little, and I'll never forget them!! He was always energetic and full of life! I'm sad that he is no longer with us, but it makes me feel better knowing that he is with God and is in a much better place! I know he is watching over all of us and smiling every day! I am so sorry that you all are having to go through this terrible tragedy! All of you are in my thoughts and prayers!!!
Love,
Lindsey Pantele
Kay Winebarger
September 25, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Maxim Engineering, Inc.
September 25, 2008
Our prayers and condolences from your friends at Maxim Engineering, Inc.
michele
September 24, 2008
wow im so shocked, i hadn't seen forrest in forever. this is crazy. we use to chill a long time ago. rip man. ur in my thoughts and prayers.
Stefanie O'Brien
September 24, 2008
Dr. Mr and Mrs. Gregory and Emma,
I was shocked today when I heard the sad news about Forrest. I taught him years ago science and can still see him sitting in my room with a smile on his face ready to learn. Please know that he held a special place in my heart for his kindness towards everyone. You and your family are in my prayers.
Franklin Hughes
September 24, 2008
Nature
As a fond mother, when the day is o'er,
Leads by the hand her little child to bed,
Half willing, half reluctant to be led,
And leave his broken playthings on the floor,
Still gazing at them through the open door,
Nor wholly reassured and comforted
By promises of others in their stead,
Which, though more splendid, may not please him more;
So Nature deals with us, and takes away
Our playthings one by one, and by the hand
Leads us to rest so gently, that we go
Scarce knowing if we wish to go or stay,
Being too full of sleep to understand
How far the unknown transcends the what we know.
By Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
The Poetry Foundation
Brian Hartman
September 23, 2008
Gregory Family,
I am sorry and saddened for your and our loss of Forrest. He was a great kid with a good heart and pretty good intentions. I am sorry I could not have always been there for him. Forrest had spent a good deal of time with my Parents, sister, girlfriend at the time, Grandparents, and friends each one of them had a place in their heart for him. We will all miss Forrest now that he is gone...
Tami Williamson
September 23, 2008
Jill, Sam, and Emma,
Our thoughts and prayers continue to lift you up during this difficult time. We are so very sorry for your loss. Emma you have been such a part of our family- please know we love and care for you a lot and we will be praying for you and your family.
Sincerely,
Tami, Kevin, Jade and Adam
ada larsen
September 23, 2008
Dear Gregory Family,
Please accept our condolences in the loss of your son Forrest. We were all so sad to hear this news and will never forget Forrest.
Sincerely,
James, Ada, Erik and Stephanie Larsen
...... ...
September 23, 2008
FoRrEsT,
im going to miss you alot...you were a wonderful person...you always tried to be nice to everybody...and always tried to get along with everybody.
its really hard to except the fact that your not here any more..but i guess i have to.
*~*I Love You*~*
Wayne Spitzner
September 23, 2008
Dear Sam, Jill, and Emma,
We are so sorry for your loss. We will remember fondly all of our fun experiences with Forrest during our chorus days at Pocahontas Middle School and the fun trips to Busch Gardens. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Wayne, Cindy, Kurt, and Ben Spitzner
Curtis Ewing
September 23, 2008
Sam, Jill and Emma,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Your Friend,
Curtis
Allison Simon
September 23, 2008
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Gregory and Family,
I am so saddened and at such a loss for words. Forrest was a special student as he was a special son, cousin, grandson, nephew, friend, and brother. He is in a special place, and my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Allison Simon
Former Teacher
Anne Imrie
September 23, 2008
Jill, Sam, and Emma: So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. With love, Anne
Jim & Susan Popovich
September 23, 2008
Sam, Jill, Emma,
We have great memories of Forrest and his appetite for life and at dinner (will never forget how much he loved Jim's cooking)! No words can suffice at this time, but know that you're in our thoughts and prayers - we love you.
Deborah Shannon
September 23, 2008
Sam, Jill & Emma,
We love you guys and are praying for you during this time.
Lou and Deborah Shannon
Ed Miller
September 23, 2008
Sam, Jill, & Emma,
We were so sorry to hear of Forrest's passing, but please know that the thoughts and prayers of many are with you during this time. I can still see Forrest in his Cub Scout uniform, running around outside of Discovery UMC on Scout nights with Patrick and the rest of the gang! May God bless and comfort you all -- The Millers
Kathy Prokopis
September 23, 2008
Sam, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Keep the faith that Forrest is in a much better place now. We are here for you if you need anything.
Kathy Pantele
September 23, 2008
Dear Jill, Sam, and Emma,
When I think of Forrest, I picture in my mind a cute little boy (wearing red or black Chuck Taylor hightops) who loved to play video games with Lindsey. I remember a child full of curiosity and loaded with straight-forward questions who wasn't satisfied with simplistic explainations.
I now picture him walking hand-in-hand with our Lord Jesus Christ surrounded by incomprehensible beauty! I see him smiling, peaceful and content because all of those questions have finally been answered. The unconditional love and grace of Christ has been bestowed upon Forrest and he is now experiencing unspeakable joy! He has been freed from the chains that bind us to this earthly life and is at peace.
As we say in the Orthodox Christian faith, "May his memory be eternal".
All of our prayers and love are with you all,
Mike, Kathy, Lindsey and Richard
Martha Walsh
September 23, 2008
My heart and prayers are with the family and friends of this young man.
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