Forrest, Garfield Roy – Age 73, Debert, passed away suddenly in his home on June 10, 2016.
Garfield is survived by his wife, Irene (Andrews) Forrest; daughter, Patricia Oxner, son-in-law, Tony Oxner; grandsons, Tyler and Sam Oxner; a son who lives in Prince Edward Island; sisters, Dianne Ewanyshyn, Manitoba; Verda Drinkwater, Alberta; brother, Alvin, Manitoba. He was predeceased by sisters, Lorna MacPhee, Shirley Goldsack; brother, Robert.
Garfield moved with his family from Manitoba to Debert in 1988. He was a journeyman carpenter and worked in the trade for over 30 years. He worked for the Manitoba provincial government for many years as a supervisor for Northern Housing in Churchill. Before marrying in 1964, Garfield spent three years in the Canadian Navy, and that military passion stayed with him for years to come. He finished his working career at Kohler Windows, where he was known to many. He was known for his outspoken attitude and especially for his passion for politics. He retired from Kohler Windows in 2007. Garfield loved gardening, history, and of course, politics. He loved to debate all current affairs and was passionate in his views. He loved his grandsons and was a huge part of their lives. He had great plans for them this summer, including learning to fly fish.
Garfield will be really missed. He was a good husband, a wonderful father and a spectacular grandfather. As per his wishes, he was cremated and brought home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or the Wayward Cats Society of Colchester County.
Arrangements are under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit.
