Frederick Thomas Forrest

Frederick Thomas Forrest obituary, Milwaukee, WI

Frederick Thomas Forrest

Frederick Forrest Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Jelacic Funeral Home and Cremation Service on Aug. 25, 2024.

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Born to life on January 1, 1939, in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, the son of John and Viginia (nee McKillican) Forrest, Fred "Tom" was born to eternal life on August 23, 2024, in Mequon, Wisconsin at age 85 years. He was preceded in death by his parents John and Virginia, his sister, Theresa Tippitt, his brother, John Forrest, two nieces, two nephews, and his longtime friend, Bob Budjac. He is survived by his brother, Roy (Sue) Forrest, his sister, Patsy Bedford, nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews, other relatives and friends.
Fred worked for many decades in retail sales in the Milwaukee area.
Per his request, no formal services will be held. His cremains will be laid to rest in his upper Michigan hometown.
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