Forrest Jackson Sisk Sr.

Forest and I were in one of the first, if not the very first EMT classes offered in the area.

He was a friend and exuded a kind, gentle and personal brand of compassion.

I recall even then that Forest had to leave class one night due to illness. I worked for Ford Banister in Dawsonville and rode the first modern ambulance in the county.

Indeed, Forest Sisk was an honorable, dignified man with a deep concern for the health of those in need and for those who had just...