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Forrest Owens Obituary
Forrest is survived by his beloved wife and soulmate of 27 years, Anita, his children Sean (Jessica), Kortni (Chris), Trevor and Jason, his grandchildren Ethan, Denver, Summer and Violet, his mother Sharon, his stepmother Donna, his brothers Andy and Elliott, his first wife Gail, along with numerous friends and family. Forrest was predeceased by his father Andrew (1998) and his brother Todd (2020).
Born in Moosejaw, SK on May 6, 1958, Forrest was the eldest of four boys. He was raised and spent most of his life on the Saanich Peninsula. Forrest was kind-hearted, happy, loving, caring, gentle, supportive, and generous. He was also fricken hilarious! He was devoted to his family, friends, career and community.
Forrest started his career in construction as a Red Seal Carpenter. Later he worked in municipal public works. Forrest was a member of the Central Saanich Fire Department for over 35 years. He was a founding member of local 4428. After he retired from his role as Assistant Fire Chief (2018), he continued as a Paid-On-Call Assistant Fire Chief.
He was well known and respected in the community not only as a firefighter, but also as an avid fisherman, dedicated coach in hockey and lacrosse, and member on several boards and committees. He was a mentor to many and a true leader.
Forrest will live on in our hearts, memories, and stories forever.
A memorial service will be held on Sunday, August 14, 2022 at the Saanich Fairgrounds, 1528 Stellys Cross Road. The procession will begin at approximately 12:00pm (noon) with the service commencing at 1:00pm.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Forrest Owens Memorial Scholarship c/o the Central Saanich Volunteer Firefighters Association, 1512 Keating Cross Rd, Saanichton, BC V8M 1W9.
Memories and Condolences
for Forrest Owens
26 Entries
Lori Davidson
August 15, 2022
Forrest and I grew up together, I considered him my little brother.
you will be missed!
Deanna & David Young
August 14, 2022
We are so sad to lose such an incredible human being.
Forrest was the most genuine, thoughtful, and incredible person. Our times with your family during minor hockey are so cherished. Love you all
McAdam
August 12, 2022
Anita, Trevor, Jason, Sean, Kortni & families,
"What the heart has once owned and had, it shall never lose."
...the love remains...
Thinking of all of you with love and care,
Brian & Susan
Don and Bev Pollock
August 12, 2022
Forest´s smile could light up a room and his wry smile warmed the hearts of everyone he met. Our family has been blessed to know him and we are so thankful for his positive influence and wonderful example to our sons. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Owens clan at this time!
Brian & Carol
August 7, 2022
We are so filled with sadness & grief with the news of Forrest´s passing. He was a loving, caring and special man to so many - one of a kind. Our deepest condolences to Anita and the entire family.
Rob Owens
August 4, 2022
Forrest´s contribution to the fire service in British Columbia was significant. Always Kind, Always Dedicated, Always Respected
John and Wendy
August 3, 2022
Shock and sadness .We are so sorry for all of you .Forrest will be missed .
Garry and Barb, Jonathan and family and Tara,
August 3, 2022
To Sean and family, please accept our deepest condolences. Our fond memories of your dear Dad will not be diminished with time. He had a kind heart and was a decent and good man and respected by all who knew him. He lived for and loved his family deeply.
Crystal Okeson
August 1, 2022
Forrest was my first cousin. I didn´t see much of Forrest after the family moved from Saskatoon when we we young. My memories of him are mostly from family gatherings at our grandparent´s home. Anita, I am so very sorry for your loss and send my love and prayers to you and your family.
Crystal Okeson
August 1, 2022
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Nina and Paul
August 1, 2022
Forrest you were truly a gem. We will never forget our hockey memories with you at the rink, bars, restaurants and house parties. So glad to have met you and you´ll be in our hearts forever. Sending Anita, Trevor, Jason and the rest of the family our condolences and prayers.
Gary & Elizabeth
August 1, 2022
We are deeply saddened for this loss. Forrest was a great person and will be dearly missed. Thank you for being a part of our life by being a fun inspirational friend. . Much love to all the family
Tony underwood
August 1, 2022
Forrest was a kindhearted peron alway happy to see you and visit. Dedicated player and coach in Lacrosse. He played with coached alot of people in the Saanich Penninsula Community. He will be missed
Diane and Ashley
August 1, 2022
Anita and all Owens family,
although we were only neighbors for 5 years we enjoyed getting to know Forrest and Anita. Forrest and Anita made us feel very welcome. Forrest´s patience, kindness and wit were so appreciated as we settled in to the `hood. Whether it was mowing his grass, installing his water pump, feeding the goats with his grandchildren he always had time for a hello and chat.
Anita and family, we are so sorry for your loss.
Pat Zandee-Hart
July 31, 2022
Good bye to an amazing person who gave so much to everyone. He was a great role model.
Sincere wishes to Anita and family. He will be missed.
Tom King
July 30, 2022
Forrest was my best friend for more than 50 years.
I will miss him for the rest of my life. He was an incredible person with a heart of gold.
Thanks Forrest for all the years of great memories that we shared... you are forever loved by everyone that had the privilege of knowing you.
Kathy Penman ( philps)
July 30, 2022
Dear Anita, sending you love and prayers during this very difficult time
Steve and Carolyn Irwin
July 30, 2022
So very, very sad to read this news. The photo of Forrest captures the essence of the warm, friendly and bighearted man we met through our shared hockey community. Thinking of all of you and this tremendous loss.
Shelley, Marty & Roy Henry
July 30, 2022
Our deepest sympathies to you all. Forest sounds like a fellow full of life and love, wish we had the opportunity to have met him. Anything you need, we are here.
Shelley Stretch
July 30, 2022
Forrest was my first cousin. His dad was my dad, Mervyn's, brother. Although I didn't see much of Forrest, I remember him best from when we were very little before his family moved to B.C. We were lucky enough to reconnect the past while through facebook. I am saddened to hear of his passing and send my love and prayers to Anita and the rest of his family.
Dan Little
July 30, 2022
The hole that is left in all of our hearts will never be filled! My deepest condolences, sympathies and thoughts are with you and your family Anita!! A truly huge loss to everyone of us and the community! Sending love and support to you all!
David & Deanna Young
July 30, 2022
Forrest was a truly remarkable man. We enjoyed our years of hockey with him, Anita, Trevor, and Jason.
Our hearts are broken for his family.
Bill Marechek
July 30, 2022
My sincere condolences to the Family ....remember the lacrosse days ....
Linda Pryer
July 30, 2022
To all the Owens! My deepest sympathies to you all. Sean, Kortni and Gail, I met Forrest through all of you and I am thankful that I had a chance to know him. My heart aches for the entire family and you are all in my prayers . May the Lord shower you all in His peace at this time. While I never met Anita or the boys, I pray the Lord holds them in the palm of His hands and brings them great comfort. Bless you all at this incredibly pain filled time.
Mark Albrecht
July 30, 2022
My sincere condolences to the Owens family & Forrest's close friends & colleagues. I knew Forrest from school [Claremont - Grad '76] & also parallel careers in front line public service. R.I.P.
Lorraine and Rick Wyder
July 30, 2022
Dear Sean and family
Please accept our deepest and sincere sympathy in your loss. Words will never ease the pain that you and your family are going through, but please know all of you are in our thoughts and in our prayers. May you find strength in each other by holding onto memories. Love Aunt Lorraine and Uncle Rick
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