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Mercedes Forbes Obituary
Born in Throop, daughter of the late Anthony and Eleanor Woytak, she was a graduate of Throop High School.
Merci was a loving mother, grandmother and friend. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
Surviving are a son, Rich; a daughter, Lori and son-in-law, Steve; and two granddaughters, Alyssa and Hailey, whom she loved so very much.
She was also preceded in death by a son, Anthony; a sister, Elaine; and a brother, Vince.
There will be no public calling hours. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family. Send condolences to [email protected]
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Mercedes Forbes
Richard Forbes
April 18, 2020
It'll be 4yrs on the 20th, I miss ya Mom and I love ya
Eugene M Forbes
April 25, 2016
Only met Merci once, at the funeral of my brother. She was very nice to us. May she rest in the peace of God now & forever.
star topa
April 25, 2016
I am sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. She use to live next door to us in Taylor with Paul. I enjoyed her company. She was a very nice woman. God bless you and your family prayers for all.
VNA Hospice Staff and Volunteers
April 25, 2016
Heartfelt condolences to the Forbes family for their recent loss. May your cherished memories of Merci bring gifts of peace, comfort and a smile in the days ahead. With deepest sympathy...
james manning
April 25, 2016
great lady loved very much.. she will be missed
JoAnn Chiappini
April 25, 2016
My condolences and prayers to the family at this difficult time in their lives .
mr. and mrs. jerry laibinis
April 24, 2016
we are so sorry to hear of Merci passing away.may she rest in peace.
Elaine Halloran Morrell
April 24, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Diane Vanderburg
April 24, 2016
Merci may you rest in peace that you so deserve. Are my friend are a beautiful woman inside and out, always thinking and doing for anyone that needed anything. Prayers for you and your family.
Richard Forbes
April 24, 2016
I miss you Mom
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