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Patrick Lee Forrest

1962 - 2024

BORN

1962

DIED

2024

Patrick Forrest Obituary

Forrest
Patrick Lee Forrest
July 29, 1962
November 24, 2024

Patrick Lee Forrest, beloved son, brother, and uncle passed away unexpectedly on November 24, 2024, while living in Seoul, Korea. He was formerly of Colorado Springs, CO. He was born in Washington, D.C. to John F. and Patricia Forrest. He was the sixth son and seventh child of ten.
As the proud son of an army general, he traveled all over the world. His natural curiosity and love of other cultures led him to many wonderful countries where he explored and continued his love of learning.
After graduating from the University of Texas in Austin with a Bachelor of Science in Creative Writing with a minor in Business Management as well as a Bachelor of Arts degree in German, Patrick worked as a Senior Copywriter for Shepards McGraw Hill. While employed at McGraw Hill he was the recipient of eight Advertising Federation "Addy" Awards.
Patrick was a gifted linguist and spoke several languages. In 2003, he moved to South Korea to work as a Professor of Liberal Arts at Kangnam University, planning to stay for a few years. He grew to love his community there and stayed for over 20 years. Learning and enjoying his career there as well as the numerous friends and students he taught.
At the age of 35, Patrick felt called to serve his country, and after petitioning a waiver due to his "old" age, joined the Army Reserves. He deployed to Iraq in 2008 and was awarded a Bronze Star. Patrick retired after 22 years as a Lieutenant Colonel.
From acting in a few plays, bartending at the Renaissance Festival, to working at the famed Broadmoor Hotel, Patrick was a true renaissance man, never passing an opportunity to learn and step outside of his comfort zone. Patrick will be remembered for his kindness, generosity, quick wit, intelligence, creative mind, writing skills, excellent debate skills, enthusiasm for running, passion for politics, history and mostly, love for his family. He will remain with us forever.
Patrick knew a lot about many things and a little about everything.
His loving siblings survive him: Scott, Jack, Bob, Diana, Mickey, Billy, Tom, and Buffy. And many other nephews, nieces, relatives, and friends.
Preceding him in death are his parents, Jack and Patricia Forrest, brother James Porter, and sister-in-law Cecilia.
The Forrest family is deeply grateful for all the comfort,
support, and generosity shown by all the friends and relatives of the family.
"Behold I make all things new."
(Revelation 21:5)
A remembrance is being planned for Patrick and as details become available his Facebook page will be updated.

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Published by The Gazette on Jan. 15, 2025.

Memories and Condolences
for Patrick Forrest

14 Entries

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SoYoung Lee

March 21, 2025

Patrick was a sweet and decent person I've ever met. He knew a lot of things and I really enjoyed many hours of conversation with him. He loved to share his knowledge of everything and respected my opinions, even when we differ.

I feel so sorry because I never expressed my gratitude for him. Patrick always took care of me and showed his affection unconditionally wherever he was. He was like a big tree that hid from the sun to me. I really appreciate his kindness.

Thank you for giving me your invariable affection, Patrick. I still really appreciate every time we met and love having you near. Meeting you was the best thing to ever happen to me. I will always miss you and you will always be in my heart.

May he rest in peace with his beloved parents in heaven.

Michael Houghton

March 18, 2025

I was a buddy and friend of Pat while at the University of Texas. We spent many hours discussing world events, running, and covering campus events. He was just then working on his writing degree with German minor. His professor was a friend and we´d joke about the classes. He was truly a versatile, intelligent, great American. I went directly into the USAF after graduation so I am sure he knows I got a good laugh over his joining US ARMY to serve our country later in life just showed his incredible abilitys. We´ll meet again buddy and figure out how to take over the country of Gabon!

Buffy Kolasheski

February 19, 2025

There will be a Memorial for our beloved Patrick on Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 1230. Evergreen Funeral Home, Colorado Springs.

KYJ

January 29, 2025

Thank you for playing with me at Kangnam University. When I didn't have friends, you were my friend. Since my English was not good, the professor always prepared paper and pen. We had a great time communicating through drawings. The moments when I drew pictures with the professor and played English puzzle games are very precious memories for me. Professor, thank you always. I thought I would tell you in person someday. Although it's late, I'm finally saying thank you now.

Diana Forrest Clark

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Robert Rosamond

January 21, 2025

I am deeply saddened at the news of Patrick´s passing. I worked with Patrick as a fellow copywriter at Shepard´s/McGraw Hill for six years. His ready smile, intelligence, writing talent, and sense of humor made him such a joy to know and work with. My wife Lynda and I lived close to where Patrick´s parents lived, and Patrick would occasionally drop by our house when he was in the neighborhood just to say hi and to chat. He always had some humorous story about someone in his large family. Our condolences to his family. Rest in peace, Patrick. We will always miss you.

Bill Forrest

January 19, 2025

Thinking about you every day, dear irreplaceable Packy

Buzz and Laurie Zickefoose

January 18, 2025

We remember Patrick fondly as a sweet, smiling, kinda shy man who came from an amazing family. Our families got together frequently back in the day and Patrick was always just so kind and fun to talk to. We family is very sad that so many people will be without that sweet, shy, funny, smart man. Our deep condolences to the Forrest family.

Lyle Hulinsky

January 16, 2025

I remember Leonard & Heidi Forrest; Sebrina, Fred & Mike also of Colo Springs. May he rest in peace.

Robert

January 15, 2025

I did not know him , but what a life well lived , he accomplished a lot in a short time . RIP , prayers to his family.

J YONG YOON

January 12, 2025

I think the Republic of Korea owes the Forrest family many things. We received help from General Forrest John F. during the Korean War... and hundreds of students at Kangnam University in Korea received English conversation and advanced English education from his son Patrick. In addition, Patrick continued to protect the Republic of Korea as a reserve major in the US Army stationed in Korea, following in his father's footsteps. As someone who worked with Patrick at Kangnam University for over 20 years, I once again express my deepest condolences and sorrow to the Forrest family on Patrick's sudden death. It is heartbreaking that we will no longer be able to see Patrick's smile, who was always polite and kind and made people around him feel comfortable. I believe that the deceased will now rest in peace in the arms of his beloved mother and the father he respected. This photo was taken when he was packing up his luggage at the Kangnam University dormitory. I will upload other photos as I find them.