R. Lee Forshay

I moved away from Texas almost ten years ago, and have missed my visits with Dr. Forshay. I haven't found another diabetes specialist that I've liked and admired as I did him. A friend just informed me of his death. It is truly heartbreaking when a man of his caliber leaves us. My belated but very sincere sympathy to his family.

I was able to attend Dr. Forshay's memorial service and was overwhelmed by the attendance, emotions, and support of the people whose lives he touched. I still think of Dr. Forshay on a daily basis - I miss him terribly. I was with Dr Forshay for almost 30 years, which started in my teen years. He was my diabetic physician, educator, mentor, confidante, and friend. He got me through so very much during that time. He took on my daughter, Amanda, as his patient, even though she was younger...

Dear Forshay Family, I have just become aware of the passing of Dr. Forshay while reading the UCC newsletter. I was so very shocked. He will always remain young and alive in my heart. He was my physician and professional friend for many years. I met him when I was a 33 yr old new RN in 1976. He became my physician and he was the reason I became interested in Diabetes care. I worked with him through ADA and the Diabetes Assoc of Texas. Also, he was helpful to me in 1980 when I developed...

To The Family of Dr. Forshay,
I just got the news today of Dr. Forshay's passing. I was actually at a Doctor's appt when I heard. I had to gather myself to stop from crying.
I have to say, what a wonderful doctor he was. I loved his brutal honesty, his no-nonsense approach to healthcare, and his great sense of humor. I trusted him implicitly with my healthcare, and feel that all of us whom he helped over the years will share in this painful loss. Just the little bit I knew of him...

To Michele Thompson and Family, I am so sorry about your Dad. My prayers and thoughts are with you!
In God's love,

It has all been said, but it will never be enough.

Dr.Forshay's kindness, expertise, and candor saved many lives. His humor probably saved his sanity.

My husband, a Type 1 diabetic for over 55 years owes his life to Dr.Forshay and we are forever grateful.

God love you all. Listen to the music.

Pat and Martin Cooney

Mary Charles,
I was saddened to learn from Steve Hall this morning of Lee's death. In reading some of the other messages in this guest book, it is obvious that Lee's strong Christian conviction played a major role in his professional practice.
Though it has been many years since we were all together at First Christian Church, Chattanooga, I have many fond memories such as CYF outings to the Kemp's lake home or Christmas Eve charoling on Signal Mountain with stops at the Forshays, the...

To Mary Charles and the Forshay family,
It has been many, many years, probably about 40 since we last saw each other in Chattanooga. What a wonderful time we all had growing up together and sharing our childhood in the First Christian Chuch and all the youth groups. I was happy to help my brother Dick find you and see you some time ago. I had hoped we might all connect in person. Unfortunately God had other plans. The tributes I have read all ring true of the Lee I remember from so long...

My deepest sympathies to the family--Dr. Forshay was my doctor since I was twelve years old--I am now 31. He assisted me with my thyroid condition and through countless mood swings in my teen years and the successful births of my two children. He was required to provide medical care but the special attention, advice, and genuine care that he showed me at each visit is what made him an outstanding doctor and most importantly a good person. I know that he cared so much for his...