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Forest Bogan Obituary

BOGAN, Forest G., Jr., of Water View, previously of Richmond, passed away December 3, 2021, at the age of 83. He was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Linda. He is survived by his sons, Forest G. Bogan III and David Bogan (Diane); his daughter, Elaine Robinson (Allan); his granddaughters, Stacey and Kathryn; three great-grandchildren; and his brother, John Bogan.

Forest graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School, attended Hampden-Sydney College and graduated with a business degree from University of Richmond. He worked for Traveler's Insurance Co. for over 30 years before he retired. Forest was an enthusiastic dog lover and outdoorsman who enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening and vacations in the Outer Banks. His other interests included cooking, canning, reading, poker and a daily martini.

No funeral services will be held per Forest's wishes.

Arrangements by Faulkner Funeral Homes, Bristow-Faulkner Chapel, Saluda.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Dec. 12, 2021.

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Martha Lambeth Harris

July 2, 2022

Fond memories of Forest, John Bagby & our Tee Jay class of 1957. Wish I lived closer for visits.

Butch Schilling

June 20, 2022

Forest was definitely one of the good guys to work with at Travelers and a fun gentleman as well. Had many good times and laughs - he is very much missed.

Townes Rison

December 12, 2021

I have fond memories of "Mr. Bogan" visiting our home, and at his and my father George´s work functions at The Traveler´s...
Peace and prayers to his family and friends.

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Faulkner Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Bristow-Faulkner Chapel

15 C F Edwards Lane P.O. Box 228, Saluda, VA 23149

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