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FORREST, REV. ROBERT E. (Age 91)
Died July 23, 2003. He had been a resident of Our Lady of Peace Retirement Home in Charlottesville since 2001. Prior to that he had lived in Hampton, VA since retiring from the ministry of the United Methodist Church in 1978. His wife of 62 years, Anne Lewis Forrest, died in November 2000. He served as pastor of twelve different appointments in the Virginia Conference including Central-Arlington, Trinity-McLean, Fairlington-Alexandria and St. Stephens in Burke. He is survived by his daughter, Nancy Foltz of Sterling, son, Robert L. Forrest of Charlottesville and son, David Forrest of Bedford, VA. Also surviving are seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted on Saturday, July 26, 2003 at 10 a.m. at Aldersgate United Methodist Church in Hampton, VA by the Rev. Lawerence A. Erbin, pastor and the Rev. David T. Forrest, son of the deceased. Memorial gifts may be made to Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 151 Wythe Parkway, Hampton, VA 23661.
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Janice Hildenbrand
July 25, 2003
My deepest sympathy to the Forrest family.
Barbara & Noah Rakes
July 25, 2003
Our sympathy and prayers go out to the family of Rev.Forrest. He was a gracious servant for our risen Lord.
God Bless each of you with comfort.
Angie & David Drees
July 25, 2003
David & Family,
We were very sorry to hear about your Father.I like you have faith in our God and I know that your Father is in the most beautiful place. I know that you will find confort in knowing that. I hope that you and your family look back on the good times and all the happy memories that you shared with your Father/Grandfather We will keep you in our prayers.
Cindy & Greg Wrenn
July 24, 2003
Please accept our condolences on the death of your father and the boy's grandfather. Our prayers are with all of you as you go through this difficult time. Please know that you all have a very special place in our hearts. If we can do anything, let us know.
Jeff Haugh
July 24, 2003
I was only 15 when Rev Forrest left St. Stephen's, but his influence on the church and my family greatly molded me. I also enjoyed the UMVIM trip to Russia with Bob and John
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