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Franklin Forrester Obituary

Franklin D. Forrester

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Franklin Delano Forrester, 76, died Friday, April 5, 2013 at his home.

A native of Greenville County, he was a son of the late William B. and Vaudy S. Forrester, a retired employee of Homelite, a member of Fellowship Baptist Church, Duncan, and the S.C. National Guard.

Surviving are his wife, Patricia Forrester; two sons, Ricky and Ronnie Forrester (Pam); one granddaughter, Leslie Forrester; one brother, Dorrance Forrester and four sisters, Betty Thomas, Zelma Howell, Wilma Clayton, and Brenda Lockhart.

He was predeceased by one brother, Othell Forrester and one sister, Bonnie Brewer.

Graveside services will be held 3:00 p.m. Monday at the Mountain View Cemetery, conducted by Rev. Rueben Shepherd, with military rites.

The family is at the home of Ronnie Forrester.

Online condolences may be made at www.thewoodmortuary.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Greenville News on Apr. 7, 2013.

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Robert (Bob) Deadwyler

April 16, 2013

Ronnie, just read of the passing of your father and wanted to extend sympathy to you and your family. I share your grief in the loss but I rejoice with you in his eternal life. Still in the arms of Jesus. I follow you as part of In Harmony at NHC Greenville. My sis sends love, too.

April 9, 2013

Family is always family. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Keep in touch,Pat,Ricky,Ronnie and family

April 8, 2013

Ronnie and Pam, I am so sorry to hear about the death of your Father. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Belinda Starnes

Buddy &Susie Norris

April 8, 2013

Ronnie and family,our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

April 6, 2013

FRANK WAS A GREAT NEIGHBOR AND CO WORKER AND FRIEND,GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY. MY CONDOLENCES. KATHY CHASTINE BURRELL

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