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Forrest John Obituary
- January 7, 2024
Music-loving John Forrest, 67, passed away on January 7th after a courageous 18 year long battle with pulmonary fibrosis. John was born on August 3rd, 1956 to Herbert and Nancy Forrest in Fort Erie, Ontario. After his education, he worked in cutting tools for 35 years at Niagara Cutter in Buffalo and Tool Alliance in Fort Myers, FL as a Vice President of Sales. He married Elizabeth McElligott in 1987 and enjoyed a happy marriage of nearly 37 years. John is survived by Elizabeth (Buff), his daughters Sarah Gruber (Louis Gruber), Genevieve Forrest, Caroline Forrest, Tessa Forrest (Marshall Comden), his brother Tom Forrest, grandchildren Emily Gruber, Julie Gruber, Jake Gruber as well as many nieces and nephews. A Visitation will be held Friday January 26th, 2024 from 10am- 12pm at The Dietrich Funeral Homes, Inc., 2480 Kensington Ave., Amherst, NY. A Celebration of Life will be held immediately following this visitation at 12pm. Celebrations will resume on Friday night 6 PM at Eagle House Restaurant at 5578 Main St in Williamsville. Online condolences may be made at http://www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Tom Meehan
June 7, 2024
I just tried to find John and am so sorry for your loss
I sold Niagara cutter and Miltec and knew John
I also purchased his 68 corvette 24 years ago and intended to send him pics
Sorry he has passed
Tom Meehan
Eric Bloom
March 25, 2024
Buff I am so very sorry for your loss. I know that you have experienced more than your share. I knew your Sister Sue quite well in High School and I believe my Brother Robin knew your family.
John Weber
February 5, 2024
Buff and girls, cannot believe when I heard this very sad news of my fellow "Badgers Softball coach ". Seems like it was yesterday we were dragged those bags around on Saturday mornings. What great memories of spending time with our loved ones. I´m sorry I didn´t make it to see you guys when you had John´s services. I will keep you in my prayers.
With all of our love
John Weber and family
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Jan
26
Visitation
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Dietrich Funeral Home - Amherst2480 Kensington Avenue, Amherst, NY 14226
Jan
26
Celebration of Life
12:00 p.m.
Dietrich Funeral Home - Amherst2480 Kensington Avenue, Amherst, NY 14226
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