Robert L. Forstrom

Robert L. Forstrom obituary, Bridgeport, CT

Robert L. Forstrom

Robert Forstrom Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Larson Funeral Home, Pre-Planning & Cremation Services on Dec. 8, 2023.

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Robert L. Forstrom, age 88, of Cromwell, CT, entered into his eternal heavenly home on Friday
May 12, 2023.
Born on December 17, 1934 to Eric and Anna Forstrom, Bob grew up in Fairfield and was a
graduate of Roger Ludlowe High School. He also served in the United States Army as an
explosive ordinance disposal expert.
Bob married the love of his life, Claire Stenquist Forstrom on October 20, 1956.
Together they shared 66 years of a wonderful marriage, living in Fairfield, Shelton and
Cromwell. He worked in the electrical contracting field his whole life, including over 50 years as founder
and owner of Strathmoor Electric. He also had a business selling kitchen cabinets, which he enjoyed immensely.
Bobs joys in life included golf, singing with the North Star Singers and at his church, building
projects of all types, traveling and simply being with family and friends. He was also vitally involved in his church, the Covenant Church of Easton. There he joyfully served his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, for many years in many capacities.
In addition to his wife Claire, Bob is survived by his daughter Ann Forstrom of Shelton, CT,
son Charles Forstrom of Derby, CT, granddaughter Kylie Forstrom of Narragansett, RI,
grandson Tyler Forstrom of Trumbull, CT, brother Stanley Forstrom of Cromwell, CT and many
loving extended family members. He was predeceased by a sister, Lillian Orelup and brothers Paul and George Forstrom.
Friends are invited to a Celebration of Life Service that will be held 11 AM, Saturday June 10th
at the Covenant Church of Easton, 1 Sport Hill Road Easton, CT.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: Covenant Church of Easton Memorial Fund
1 Sport Hill Road, Easton, CT 06612 or Covenant Living Benevolent Fund 52 Missionary Road
Cromwell, CT 06416.
For travel directions, or to sign his online guest registry, please visit www.LarsonFH.com
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