Samuel-Forrest-Obituary

Samuel Shores Forrest

Mathews, Virginia

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FORREST, Samuel Shores, Ladies, you've missed your chance. Sam Forrest sailed away quietly on May 5, 2021 after a sudden hurricane of ill health. Samuel Shores Forrest, like his bold, finely crafted furniture, was one of a kind. Born in Mathews, Va. on January 20, 1936, in the depths of the...

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I´m a second cousin to Sammy. Had an opportunity to meet the old rascal in a special trip I made to Richmond to reunite with him. While we did not agree politically, I enjoyed the interaction and lively conversation. I too am a woodworker and admired visiting with hin on his technique. I read many a letter frim Sammy during his sailing travels as I was living with his Aunt Vivian at the time (Den´s Forrest his father´s sister). Rest in peace Sammy you will be missed. Love Cynthia...

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Only new him briefly but he was one of the coolest men i ever met RIP Mr. Sam

Driving down the road ,Sam invited me to scream as loudly as I could for no particular reason ,and I did ,it felt good!!!

Where oh where will any equinox be celebrated? I think that none will be the same!

The secret of health for both mind and body is not to mourn for the past, nor to worry about the future, but to live the present moment wisely and earnestly. That sir... you did. God Speed Sam...we will miss you!

Brilliant artist, charming personality, hard working, dedicated to enjoying life to the fullest and a good friend. I will miss him!