David "Dave" Forrest passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2024, after a long illness, and just one week shy of celebrating his 70th birthday.

Born in Pittsfield, MA, on June 23, 1954, the son of the late John E. and Eileen Callaghan Forrest, he attended St. Mary's the Morningstar School and graduated from St. Josephs High School in 1973. Later, Dave received his B.S. from UMASS Amherst and then his MBA from Western New England College.

Dave found success in his 35-year career at General Electric, Martin Marietta, Lockheed Martin and General Dynamics, where he worked as a contract administrator and program manager. His responsibilities included frequent travel to Washington D.C where he established excellent, effective business relationships with client Strategic Systems Program executives affiliated with the United States Navy.

He was a good man and devoted father. While Dave will be sorely missed by all of those who were blessed to have known him, he will always be remembered for his kindness, generosity and vibrant sense of humor.

Dave leaves behind his wife, Candice Forrest, his three sons, Patrick, Daniel and David Forrest and their mother Karen Reilly, and his grandson Reilly Forrest. He is survived by his brother John Forrest and sister and brother-in-law, Judy and Jerry Concannon. Dave also leaves behind his lifelong and devoted friend, Terry Miller, along with many other friends and relatives.

Funeral Notice:

Funeral services for David "Dave" Forrest will be Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at 5pm at the Dwyer Funeral Home, 776 North Street, Pittsfield MA 01201. Calling hours at the funeral home will be directly prior to the service, from 3pm to 5pm.

In lieu of flowers and donations, please consider performing a random act of kindness on Dave's behalf, as he was always thinking of others, and would want all to do the same.

Please visit www.dwyerfuneral.com to leave condolences and remembrances.

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Published by The Berkshire Eagle on Jun. 22, 2024.

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John Dadak

September 22, 2024

It was always a pleasure working with Dave. Sorry to hear of your passing at such an early age. You will be missed.

Richard Coughlin

June 29, 2024

Terry, Dave's family and many friends, I am so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. He was a fantastic person. I loved his smile, his humor, his gracious manner. He was one of a kind. I was privileged to know someone as giving as he.

Judi Robinson

June 28, 2024

Judy, thinking of David and how kind he was. Please know I am thinking of you and your family at this time.

Peter Kennedy

June 27, 2024

John, sorry to hear of your lost I like Dave worked with him for years he was a good man.

Ken Sadlowski

June 27, 2024

Candice and family,

Please accept my sincere condolence's of the passing of David. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Robert 'Rocky' Stone

June 25, 2024

I had the pleasure of working with Dave for many years at Ordnance. Dave was always a gentleman and easy to work with and for. My sympathy to all his family. I will always be glad I knew "Dave".
Rocky Stone

Jeanne Whitman White

June 25, 2024

Warm regards to the Forrest family
As a childhood friend from Windsor Ave I was sorry to hear this news
We all grew up together in Allen Heights and experienced great childhoods
So sorry for your loss

Patrick Litano

June 24, 2024

David, your laughter was infectious. It was always fun to hang with you.
John, Judy and Dave´s children I extend my condolences.
Patrick Litano

Bob & Helen O´Laughlin

June 24, 2024

Dan,Patrick.Dave,John,Judy&my golf part Jerry, real sorry about Dave.All who knew him agree about one thing he was a good man

Mike Eagan

June 24, 2024

I´m so sorry to learn of Dave´s passing. I worked with him for many years at Defense Systems.

He was not one to brag about his accomplishments so I suspect many were (and are) unaware of the value that he brought to the Defense System business.

So I would like to say that he made many significant contributions to the business and to the success of those individuals who worked with him. I know that I benefited from his support and business contributions.

Dave always conducted himself at the highest levels of integrity and fairness, making him someone sought after when business teams were being formed.

I´m thankful for having been part of his journey.

Bob Kelly

June 23, 2024

I knew Dave from the old Windsor avenue neighbor. Always friendly and a great guy. Prayers to John and Judy and his family.

Gary O'Brien

June 22, 2024

To the Forrest family: I am so sorry to learn of Dave's passing. I knew him from both St. Joe and UMass. Dave was truly one of the good guys; funny, friendly and kind to everyone.

Dave Darcy

June 22, 2024

I sure enjoyed knowing and working with Dave during our years with GE. Dave, you left us way too soon, but we loved the time you spent here with us.

Brian Condron

June 22, 2024

Judy and family, Dave was as good of a guy as there can possibly be. My condolences.

Jon E Lifvergren

June 22, 2024

I knew Dave best through friends and neighbors who attended St. Joe. Never saw much of him after college, but when I did he was still the very same, jolly and kind red headed kid I knew from a lifetime ago.

Sad to think I wont run into him again ... but pleased I did from time to time.

All the very best to his family going forward, he was a fine person !

joe gomes

June 22, 2024

My condolences to all of Dave's family on your loss. We met at England Brothers store while we were in high school and became fast friends. We often met at Port Smits pre-pandemic. Rest in peace my friend.

KC Coughlin Cesan

June 22, 2024

I´m very sad to read Dave has passed away. We were friends at GE and had lots of laughs. I´m sorry for your loss. RIP Dave.

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