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Friday
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November
Funeral Mass
11:00 am
Friday, November 24, 2023
St. Paul Church
2577 Main St.
Glastonbury, Connecticut, United States
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Frank Starr posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
Forrest was my roommate onboard USS George Washington, an aircraft carrier homeported in Norfolk. We roomed for nearly two years and were pretty close. We hung out together, both on and off the ship. He was a very professional officer who talked so often about someday running for political office. He always wanted to help people. Onboard the ship, he served as the ADCA (Assistant Damage Control Assistant). I used to joke him that he couldn't be that important with the word Assistant twice in his title! The truth is, he was very important. In 1994, while on GW's maiden deployment, we had a major fire onboard. Small fires are fairly common, but this one was the real deal. We went to General Quarters and multiple repair parties (i.e., fire departments) were called to fight it. Forrest was one of the people who led the charge. My battle station was in an area that was well away from the fire, but as a communicator, we received a message from another ship stating they could see us glowing on the horizon. They fought the fire for hours and hours before extinguishing it. Fire aboard a ship is a big deal. Forrest and his team were admirable. It was quite a deployment. We also hosted President and Mrs. Clinton and dozens of dignitaries, along with D-Day survivors as we were part of the 50-year D-Day Commemoration.
Forrest and I lost touch after we transferred and I married, but I have never forgotten his smile, his attitude, and his desire to help others. There are tales to be told. I just wish I could relive them with him.
If the family would like to swap stories sometime, I can be reached at wstarr@bcbe.org or at 678-519-8114. Always rest assured that he was a good man. I knew him when we were all a bit younger. I knew him when he was still full of energy. I knew him when he didn't have to be a role model, but he was. He couldn't help himself. It's who he was. Those who raised him did well, those who knew him were lucky, and those of us who lived with him are better because of it. I will always remain proud that he was my shipmate, my roommate, and my friend.
I am sincerely sorry for OUR loss as we will never be as well off again without him. Please know that he was a top-notch man.
Very respectfully,
Frank Starr
Lieutenant Commander, US Navy Retired
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Jeanne Kocher Posted Dec 27, 2025 at 5:40 PM
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Christopher Roy posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
As a fellow Knight of Columbus , Rest in Peace. Forever and Ever.
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Jeanne Kocher posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Forrest was devoted to his faith and he shared that with everyone he met. He was loving, kind, and all things good. Forrest believed his purpose, that everyone's purpose was to care for one another the way God intended us to do. He proudly joined the Knights of Columbus a few years back and felt such great honor to protect the Catholic faith.
My husband's love and devotion somewhat mirrored that of St Joseph. He took my family in when we met 23 years ago and loved us all unconditionally.
He was actually praying the St Joseph Novena when God called him home; the Saint he most thought himself to be like.
This also happens to be his favorite season and could've lived Christmas every day. Now, he actually gets to do that and can celebrate it in ways more glorious that we can here.
Forrest's love for God, Blessed Mary, and the Saints was evident in the fact that he never went without his prayer cards or the rosary around his neck, and led the life of a humble servant.
We will miss him terribly and are consoled by the fact that we will see him again. He had fulfilled his purpose and is now able to rest and rejoice in Gods eternal embrace.
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Kenny Crabtree lit a candle
Monday, November 27, 2023
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Forrest was a steady hand at work and always gave great life and career advice. No matter the pressure we faced together we always found a way to laugh, smile, and have each others back. Forrest spent countless hours making me better, always preparing me for what comes next. He will be greatly missed.
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Michelle Wolff lit a candle
Monday, November 27, 2023
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So sorry to hear about Forrest. He was really a great person and sorry he is gone too soon! We will miss him here at UHG and wil miss his humor!
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Catherine Stallworth lit a candle
Monday, November 27, 2023
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I had the pleasure of working with Forrest through a partnership between Optum Rx and Farm Bureau. He was always so kind and helpful with any needs we identified. I will remember him the most for his wonderful “radio announcer” voice . He will truly be missed by all of us at Farm Bureau. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers . Dr. Cathy Stallworth
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Diana Fazio lit a candle
Sunday, November 26, 2023
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I never met Forrest and only knew his beautiful wife a short time at work. One of the best things about social media I got to enjoy all the great post of their love story! I always smiled at them and how happy they both were all the time. So sorry for such a big loss
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John and Terri lit a candle
Sunday, November 26, 2023
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John and I met Forrest over 20 years ago, when he was dating Jeanne. He helped me years ago with my resume and was always positive and uplifting when you talked to him. He had a great sense of humor and wit about him. He was a genuine friend and would help others in need. He will be missed by so many people who had the chance to meet him. My prayers to Jeanne and family
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Tara Nicholas lit a candle
Sunday, November 26, 2023
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I am so sorry for your loss, sending hugs to the family. He will truly be missed!
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Melanie Freeman lit a candle
Sunday, November 26, 2023
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I got to know Forrest over the past few years at work and last spoke with him the afternoon of Fri Nov 17. Although we worked on serious matters, he would always have funny comments behind the scenes that made me laugh out loud. He was a kind and funny man and I’m so happy that I got to know him.
Jeanne sending you so many hugs and love ❤️
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Shawn Freeman lit a candle
Saturday, November 25, 2023
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I will always remember and love Forrest for how he took care of my mother (his mother-in-law). He was there for her every day. He was the rock of his family and I truly admired him for it. We teased each other constantly about our sports teams…he always had a funny comment when my Cowboys lost. I’ll miss you my brother…now you can take care of mom on the other side.
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Mandy Hashemi lit a candle
Friday, November 24, 2023
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Jeanne and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. You are in my heart and prayers.
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Joy Ebanks-Frederick posted a condolence
Thursday, November 23, 2023
This is my profile pic on everything and Forrest took it of me in the Hartford office because he said I looked like I had a drink in my hand in my previous profile pic…I thought I cropped it out…he’s like I can literally see the drink in your hand. Joy, and rolled his eyes…I always think about Forrest when I see this and am so grateful to him for always looking out for me and giving me great advice and telling me stories and even reflecting my colloquialisms back to me…we would always take afternoon breaks and I’d be like “this lady’s so mean to me” and he’d say “eff em girl, eff em” (Martin Lawrence) and I’d be like um that’s my line…you were the best, Forrest. I will really miss you. God bless and keep your family.
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Jeanne Kocher lit a candle
Thursday, November 23, 2023
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Honey, I will love you for all time.
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Stephanie Antonelli lit a candle
Thursday, November 23, 2023
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Mike and I are so sad about the loss of Forrest. We will always remember his kindness. We are keeping you close in our hearts and thoughts.
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Wednesday, November 22, 2023
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Sorry to hear about the loss of Forrest. He was a true gentle giant. Thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. Rob and Janet Johnson
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Wednesday, November 22, 2023
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