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Bryan Foret Obituary

FORET Bryan P. Foret passed into eternal life on Saturday, April 2, 2011. Bryan was born on July 17, 1950 in New Orleans, LA. He was the son of the late Ilange and Clovine Foret of Racelend, LA. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Sandra Lucia Foret. He is survived by wife Caryll; children, Melissa Cherie and Shawn Patrick; stepchildren, Wendy and Joseph; sister, Lois Foret; uncle, C. Paul Foret (Beverly) and numerous cousins, family, and friends. Bryan attended St. Leo the Great Elementary and John McDonough Senior High School, then attended Delgado Community College and Loyola University. Later in life, he continued his education and received his Bachelors of Business Administration from the University of Phoenix. Bryan most recently worked as a Requirements Analyst for the NSIPS project with Lockheed Martin for the U.S. Navy. Bryan was a life member of the University Park Lions, as well as a Melvin Jones Fellow. Bryan served the Lions as Lions District Governor for District 8-S in 2006-2007 and Council Secretary in 2009-2010, as well as numerous other positions with the Lions on the club, district and state levels. He was active with the Lions Camp and Lions Eye Foundation over his 30+ year Lions career and also served on the Eagle Scout Review Board for BSA Troop 231. Visitation will be held at Garden of Memories Funeral Home, 4900 Airline Drive in Metairie, from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM on Tuesday, April 5, 2011 with additional visitation on Wednesday, April 6, 2011 from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM followed by a Funeral Mass. Interment will be in Garden of Memories Cemetery. Donations to the Louisiana Lions Camp or the Louisiana Lions Eye Foundation, in lieu of flowers, are requested. Condolences may be offered at www.gardenofmemoriesfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Times-Picayune on Apr. 4, 2011.

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Jeff Bartels

April 15, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. Although I only worked with and knew Bryan the past few years, I know he was an extremely kind, honorable and conscientious man and one couldn't ask for a more patient, gratious and helpful co-worker. Without a doubt, he'll be missed by many, many people.

April 14, 2011

To the Foret Family: Please accept our deepest sympathy on your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. The Childress Family

Jewell Breaux

April 12, 2011

To the Foret Family: I worked for the Eye Foundation for 11 years and Bryan was so loyal to the Lions Organization and was always such a sweet man. I will keep you all in my prayers!!! Many blessings upon you all!!!! Jewell Breaux

Jeff & DeeVern Elliot

April 9, 2011

Lois & Cherie, we wish to express our sympathy to you and your family for the loss of Bryan. We looked up to Bryan as a role model in the Lions Club and in our community. We will remember him in our prayers.

Carol (Foret) Dogan

April 7, 2011

Lois, I am so sorry for the loss of your brother, Bryan. I feel your pain. In April 2005, I lost my brother, Richie. You will be kept in my thoughts and prayers.

Terri Ball

April 7, 2011

I met Bryan when he was "living" in Cleveland at the hotel where I was working.
He was a great man, that talked about his family all the time. He was always saying how much he missed all of you and you just knew how much he loved you.
I know he will be missed.

April 7, 2011

We are so sorry to hear about your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joe, Mary and Mike Gregory

Theresa Young

April 7, 2011

Shawn,

I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. Looking at his pictures, I can tell he had a sweet face, was intelligent, and had a warm heart. Talk about him and tell stories about him-- it will help.

Love,

Theresa
(Dennis, Alex, Chris, and Ben's sister)

Carol Coloton

April 6, 2011

Bryan and I worked together at NFC and also the NAVY. He was always joking and bringing laughter to those around him. He deeply loved his family and spoke of all of you often. He was a nice chap and I will miss him very much.

Flo E. Presti

April 6, 2011

To Bryan's family, I am keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. Your neighbor, Flo E. Presti

April 6, 2011

Caryll,Cherie & family, May the love of God surround you all during this time of sorrow. You are in my prayers and thoughts. I am sorry I can not be with you for the services, I thought the world of Bryan. He really knew how to give of himself.I shall miss him. Much love, DG Barbara Blanchard 8

Dan Crowley

April 6, 2011

Bryan Foret is the role model for what it takes to be a true Southern Gentleman. After my 24 years of Navy service, I have had the pleasure of working with Bryan for 2 years. From the very first day he made it a point to help where he could to ensure I felt a part of the team. I have seen great leaders while in the Navy and Bryan very easily stands head and shoulders above the majority of them. Bryan is a natural leader, for him it was easy, always do the right thing because it was the right thing to do. Because of his leadership style, he was a big reason our team was always successful. Bryan is going to be missed by a great many people, but let us not forget how much better off we are for having had Bryan in our lives. I pray that God gives his family and friends the strength they need during this difficult time and I am deeply sorry for your loss. Bryan, rest in peace my friend, and thank you for all you have done to make me a better person!

Bryan, this team will not be complete without you!!

Dan Crowley

April 6, 2011

Cheryl Lucia

April 5, 2011

Lois:
I neglected to mention you in my earlier message. I know how close you and Bryan were and I know how much you will miss him. Just know that you still have your sisters-in-law here for you and we love you very much!

James Stuart

April 5, 2011

I first met Bryan when I started my new job. He told me to "lose the tie you are making me look bad". He always made me laugh and was a natural at making you feel welcomed. Bryan was the most sincere person that I've ever known. May the love of family and friends bring you support and comfort in this trying time.

Susan Douzart

April 5, 2011

To the Foret Family:
I am so sorry to hear about Lion Bryan Foret's passing. He will be missed greatly. All my prayers and love go out to your family in your time of sorrow.
Lion Susan Douzart
Alexandria Bolton Ave. Lions

Lions PDG Richard and Nicole Tull

April 4, 2011

Caryll and Cherie, 
We will greatly miss him for we deeply loved him. He had a depth of knowledge and service he was so generous with. Our hearts hurt for your grief. You are in our prayers.

Glenn Vicknair

April 4, 2011

My thoughts and prayers go out to the foret family.Bryan was a great person and well liked by everyone I am truely sorry for your loss.

April 4, 2011

Caryll,
We are so sorry for your loss. Wish I could there for you; will you please send me an address for a contribution to the Lions Club in memory of Bryan? Take care and hopefully we can come see you sometime soon. Love you Caryll,
Aunt Linda & Uncle Glenn, Denver, Pennsylvania

Jan Voltolina-Maestri

April 4, 2011

Melissa:

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of sorrow.

Love,
Jan and Brenden

April 4, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with all who loved him. The camp has lost a great supporter. I remember him always smiling and happy.
Lion Carolyn Grant,
Board of Directors LLCCC
Alexandria Heartcity Pacesetters Lions Club

George Edwards

April 4, 2011

My sincere condolences. I considered Bryan a real friend. My life has been enriched by him being a part of it. May your grief be tempered knowing that he has gone to his reward in heaven. We will see him again in the future.

April 4, 2011

Cherie,
May the Love of God give you comfort and
May the Love of Friends bring you comport in your time of sorrow.

Lorraine Hobden Weathers
Eryn's best friend at work

Jackie Simmons

April 4, 2011

To the Foret Family,our condolences tpo your family. He will be dearly missed by his fellow Lions. East Houma Lions Club-Lion Jackie Simmons

Kathy & JW Harrison

April 4, 2011

Caryll, Cheri (Roomie) and Shawn:
I have not been able to get you out of thoughts and prayers since Saturday. I am keeping you close and pray God gives you peace. We will all miss him so very much.
Love to each one of you

Debbie Bennett

April 4, 2011

You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Carol Dogan

April 4, 2011

Caryll, I am so sorry for your loss of Bryan. I went to St.Leo the Great with Bryan. Who, at that time, would have guessed, we would be family. I feel so sorry, that the last time I saw Bryan at Chad's wedding, that I did not take the time to speak with him. Being Mother of the Groom, I should have taken the time for each guest, I did not . Sorry. I feel your pain, although, I have not lost a husband, just my Dad and my brother. Carol (Martin) Dogan [email protected]

Uniforms by Kajan

April 4, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.

(5th person, 2nd row). St. Leo the Great 1960-61

Carol (Martin) Dogan

April 4, 2011

Jenn Boritzki

April 4, 2011

My deepest sympathies to the Foret family. Bryan and I worked together and I will miss him, very much.

April 4, 2011

Caryll and family,

I am so sorrowful to hear of Bryan's passing but we know he is on the greatest journey of all. We will miss him and the Lions of Louisiana have lost a wonderful leader and worker for out causes.

Lions Gloria and Billy Lynch

Jerri Reeves

April 4, 2011

I worked with Bryan at the National Finance Center/Thrift Savings Plan for several years. He was smart and funny, and such a nice man. I am saddened to hear the news about his death. We were all so glad that he had found happiness again with Caryll. I will keep his family in my prayers.

Lion Ray McCarty

April 4, 2011

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Cheryl Lucia

April 4, 2011

Caryl, Cherie and Shawn: You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this very sad and difficult time. Caryl, Bryan loved you very much, always remember that. And Cherie and Shawn, your daddy once told me that you two were his biggest accomplishments in life. He was so very proud of the both of you. Keep those words close to your heart. May God grant you the strength and peace to face the days ahead and may you remember how blessed you are to have such happy memories that will last a lifetime. I love you all and will be right here if you ever need anything.

Aunt Cheryl

Milene Wagner

April 4, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with Bryan's family during this time of grief. Your memories will bring you comfort. My deepest condolences, Bryan will be missed.

April 4, 2011

Deeply sorry for your loss.
Marjean Gohd
Gibbs Construction

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