John Forrest
John Forrest
Music-loving John Forrest, 67, passed away on January 7th after a courageous 18 year long battle with pulmonary fibrosis. John was born on August 3rd, 1956 to Herbert and Nancy Forrest in Fort Erie, Ontario. After his education, he worked in cutting tools for 35 years at Niagara Cutter in Buffalo and Tool Alliance in Fort Myers, FL as a Vice President of Sales. He married Elizabeth McElligott in 1987 and enjoyed a happy marriage of nearly 37 years. John is survived by Elizabeth (Buff), his daughters Sarah Gruber (Louis Gruber), Genevieve Forrest, Caroline Forrest, Tessa Forrest (Marshall Comden), his brother Tom Forrest, grandchildren Emily Gruber, Julie Gruber, Jake Gruber as well as many nieces and nephews. A Visitation will be held Friday January 26th, 2024 from 10am- 12pm at The Dietrich Funeral Homes, Inc., 2480 Kensington Ave., Amherst, NY. A Celebration of Life will be held immediately following this visitation at 12pm. Celebrations will resume on Friday night 6 PM at Eagle House Restaurant at 5578 Main St in Williamsville. Online condolences may be made at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com
John and Buff were wonderful neighbors and friends .They had three beautiful daughters and we had many good times, I am so sorry to hear of Johns passing, he was always involved with the girls activities coaching baseball along with my daughter Allison. Its been so many years since their move to Florida but we missed them. John was kind, g,\entle and easy going and Buff you were so lucky to have him in your life. be thankful
for the great times you had together with your family you had a good life. Jenny, Tess and Caroline I hope your memories can make you laugh and keep you warm. We love you all, Sue, Mike and Allison