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Vernon FORREST Obituary
He was retired from the U.S. Navy with over 20 years of service. He was a member of Petsworth Baptist Church, a member of Yorktown Masonic Lodge # 205, A.F.&A.M. for over 50 years, and a member of Woodman of the World.
He is survived by his loving wife, Leona Forrest; his son, Gregory Kent Lester; stepsons, Michael Adams and his wife, Kathy, Gene Adams and his wife, Victoria, and Donald Adams and his wife, Neva; his sister, Edith A. Wilson; eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Waverly Lee Forrest Jr. and George Forrest.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Friday. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010, at Petsworth Baptist Church, by Pastor Dave Edgell. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the Building Fund of Petsworth Baptist Church.
Andrews Funeral Home, Gloucester, Va., is in charge of arrangements. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Vernon FORREST
Cheryl Rae Caldwell
November 3, 2010
Dearest Leona,
Bert was a wonderful friend to my father and family. I treasure many great memories of times shared with him in York County during my growing up. He will always be remembered as a generous, and kind friend. What a great time of celebration there must be in heaven as my Dad and Bert reunite in the presence of the Lord! May God comfort you and your family during this time. In His Love, The Floyd Rae Family
Lois Forrest
October 30, 2010
Nonie, We are so sorry to read of Vernon's death. Thinking of you,
will miss him at the picnics.
Orville and Lois Forrest
October 30, 2010
Vernon was a faithful memebr at Petsworth Baptist Church. He made us a cedar chest, which we will always cherish, and he gave us watermelons out of his garden. Pastor Dennis & Dorine
October 29, 2010
We extend our love and sympathy to your family. He was a good friend and we shall miss him.
Marvin & Jean Brown
October 29, 2010
Sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and family.
Ronnie & Blanche McClure
October 28, 2010
Leona I'm so sorry for your loss. you are in our prayers all our love Norman & Lucy
Deretha Baker
October 28, 2010
So sorry to hear of Vernon passing, my prayers and love to each of you.
Yorktown Lodge #205
October 28, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family during this time. Please know that we are there for you should you need anything.
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