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GRIEF AND HOW GOD'S HOLY SPIRIT CAN BRING COMFORT WHEN OUR HEARTS ARE OVERWHELMED.
LEAD ME TO THE ROCK
Psalms 61: 2
2 From the end of the earth will I cry unto thee, when my heart is overwhelmed: lead me to the rock that is higher than I.
THE HOLY SPIRIT IS AN ABIDING COMFORTER
John 14: 16-18
16 And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may abide with you for ever;
GOD IS A GOD OF ALL COMFORT
2 Corinthians 1: 3
3 Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort;
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Tony Gratto posted a condolence
Monday, December 23, 2024
TRIBUTE TO THE LATE WALTER FORREST
FOR YOU THAT DON'T KNOW ME; MY NAME IS TONY GRATTO AND I HAVE BEEN A FRIEND OF THE FORREST FAMILY SINCE MY YOUTH.
I WOULD LIKE TO EXTEND MY HEARTFELT SYMPATHY TO THE FORREST FAMILY AND TO ALL FRIENDS OF THE FAMILY AS WE COLLECTIVELY REFLECT ON THE PASSING OF THIS WONDERFUL MAN WALTER FORREST.
ALSO I WOULD LIKE TO THANK WYATT FOR THE INVITATION TO BE PART OF WALTER'S HOMEGOING. THE SPIRIT OF KINDNESS THAT WAS IN YOUR FATHER IS IN YOU AND I AM THANKFUL TO BE CONNECTED WITH YOU AND THE FORREST FAMILY.
MY EARLIEST THOUGHTS GO BACK TO MY PRE-TEEN YEARS WHERE I FIRST CONNECTED WITH WALTER AT THE PENTECOSTAL CHURCH PASTORED BY BISHOP JOHN MEAN WHO I STILL CONSIDER MY PASTOR.
AS YOUNG BOYS WE WOULD ASK THE PASTOR IF WE COULD SIT IN THE SIDE ROOM TO TAKE IN THE SERVICE. PERMISSION WAS GRANTED AS LONG AS WE PAID ATTENTION TO WHAT WAS GOING ON IN THE SERVICE. MANY TIMES THIS ENDED WITH US BEING LED OUT OF THE SIDE ROOM AND MADE TO SIT ON THE FRONT ROW OF CHAIRS DUE TO A MALFUNCTION IN OUR BEHAVIOR. I REMEMBER THERE WAS GEORGE JORDAN, WALTER FORREST, DERRICK FORREST AND ME.
I RECALL A TIME WE ATTENDED HARVEY LAKE PENTECOSTAL CAMP IN NEW BRUNSWICK AND THERE WAS A YOUNG MAN FROM THE MIRAMICHI AREA WHO WE CAME INTO CONFLICT WITH AND HE WOULD CHASE US ALL AROUND THE CAMPGROUND WANTING TO GIVE US A HIGH FIVE MAYBE A HIGH TEN ON OUR FACE.
WE WOULD RUN TO WALTER'S MOM FOR PROTECTION FROM THIS YOUNG MAN'S INTENTIONS.
AS I EVOLVED INTO THE TEENAGE EXPERIENCE AND ON TO TAKING ON A WIFE AS MANY OF US DID, OUR CONNECTION IN A PHYSICAL SENSE CHANGED BUT OUR RESPECT AND APPRECIATION NEVER CHANGED. EVERY TIME I WOULD RUN INTO WALTER IT WAS ALWAYS A REFRESHING TIME FOR THE PRESENT MOMENT AND FOND MEMORIES OF THE PAST. HE WOULD ALWAYS BRING UP HOW HE MISSED HIS WIFE SANDRA WHO HAD PRECEDED HIM. WALTER WAS A DEVOTED HUSBAND AND FATHER.
I WAS IN TIM HORTONS IN WINDSOR ONE AFTERNOON AND IN WALKS WALTER RADIANTING WITH FRIENDSHIP AND HE COMES OVER TO ME AND SAYS "YOUR BIRTHDAY IS NOVEMBER 23" HE WOULD SIT DOWN AND WE WOULD HAVE GOOD CONVERSATION FOR A TIME AND THERE WERE TIMES HE WOULD GET UP WHEN SOMEONE ELSE HE KNEW WOULD COME IN AND HE WOULD REMIND THEM WHEN THEIR BIRTHDAY WAS. I WATCHED THE REACTIONS OF PEOPLE AND COULD FEEL THE RESPECT THEY HAD FOR WALTER. HE HAD THIS ABILITY TO SPREAD JOY TO THOSE HE WAS ENGAGED IN CONVERSATION WITH. WALTER HAD COMMITTED TO MEMORY THE BIRTHDAYS OF OVER 1100 PEOPLE AND STILL PURSUED TO EXPAND HIS BIRTHDAYS DATABASE.
JUST A FEW DAYS BEFORE WALTERS PASSING FROM THIS WORLD, I WAS TAKING BISHOP MEAN FOR A DRIVE DOWN TO PEGGY'S COVE AND MY CAR PHONE WAS RINGING AND GUESS WHO WAS ON THE OTHER END OF THE LINE, YOU GUESSED IT: WALTER FORREST CALLING ABOUT NOT CALLING ME ON MY BIRTHDAY. I WAS SO GLAD TO HEAR HIS VOICE AND SPEND SOME TIME CHATTING.
MY LAST WORDS TO WALTER WERE WHEN I AM IN THE AREA WE MUST GET TOGETHER FOR A COFFEE AND CHAT.
LITTLE DID I KNOW THAT THE OPPORTUNITY TO SIT WITH THIS GOOD MAN, MY FRIEND WALTER FORREST WOULD NEVER MATERIALIZE AS A FEW DAYS LATER I WAS NOTIFIED OF HIS PASSING.
SO HERE WE ARE REACHING DEEP DOWN INTO OUR HUMAN SPIRITS TRYING TO CONSOLE EACH OTHER AT OUR COLLECTIVE LOSS.
BUT I AM REMINDED IN THE SCRIPTURES OF GOD'S LOVE FOR US IN THESE TIMES OF SORROW AND GRIEF AND HOW GOD'S HOLY SPIRIT CAN BRING COMFORT WHEN OUR HEARTS ARE OVERWHELMED.
LEAD ME TO THE ROCK
Psalms 61: 2
2 From the end of the earth will I cry unto thee, when my heart is overwhelmed: lead me to the rock that is higher than I.
THE HOLY SPIRIT IS AN ABIDING COMFORTER
John 14: 16-18
16 And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may abide with you for ever;
GOD IS A GOD OF ALL COMFORT
2 Corinthians 1: 3
3 Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort;
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Cassandra Lively posted a condolence
Monday, December 23, 2024
Grandad was a kind man who had a love for others and made sure to tell them often. Grandad would call to say he was thinking about me and to check in often. He never missed a birthday or special occasion and knew how to make you feel special. Grandad always told me that because his father passed when he was very young he didn’t have a role model to teach him how a father or grandfather was supposed to be. Despite this he was a very loving father and grandfather in all of our lives and we were so lucky to have him. You will be so missed grandad but I know you are so happy to have Nan in your arms again. I love you both so much! Rest easy, until we meet again.
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Denise Shanks posted a condolence
Sunday, December 22, 2024
What I will hold dear to my heart about my Dad is his never ending love for the Lord, our mother, his children and his grandchildren. We were so incredibly blessed to have the most amazing parents. I will miss you forever, but I have peace that you are finally reunited with the love of your life. Thank you Dad for the example you set for us and being the most amazing father. I will love you forever until we meet again.
Love always,
Your little girl xo
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Timo Porter posted a condolence
Saturday, December 21, 2024
Denise, Wyatt, Wayne, Wally and family
I like many that have shared great stories of your dad, Walter.
I first met him at Tim Hortons as I used to go there to do after hours paperwork. I remember him sitting down at the table next to me. He introduced himself to me as I did to him. “Tim, are u related to Chuck” Then he proceeded to tell me his bday, wife’s bday, and their wedding anniversary.. I gave him mine and the rest was history.
I would go to Tim’s often and there he’d be chatting up a storm. He’d say there’s August 26th with a smile. Yes sir!!
Eventually I would stop doing paperwork and started to be part of the chats.
Your dad was a kind, caring, and generous person and at the time he may have not knew it but he offered me hope through some very difficult times.
Walter, thanks for those chats!!
Sincerest condolences to you all. Thinkin of you today and in the days ahead.
Tim Porter
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Johanne Lafleur posted a condolence
Friday, December 20, 2024
I met Walter a few times. The first thing I noticed was the peace that emanated from him. Secondly, I was fascinated by his uncanny ability to retain birth dates of people. The next time he met me, he greeted me using my birth date. I was amazed by this special person.
My condolences to all his family. He will be missed.
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Edgar Card posted a condolence
Thursday, December 19, 2024
In the range of twenty years ago I first met Walter. He phoned me at our music store near closing time one day asking if we had recorders. He had suddenly become aware that his grand-daughter needed one for school the next morning. I offered to remain open until he arrived, which was a ten minute or so drive for him. Walter came and bought the recorder, and in his style told me how much he loved his grand-daughter. Afterward he would occasionally drop in to say 'hello' and I soon learned what a special person he was.
He told me about the loss of his wife a few years prior, and how much he still loved her---as much that day as on the day they were married. Before long he told me of his ability to remember people by their birth date, and I think he had about 2300 packed away at that time. From then on whenever I met up with him I'd hear "Hello June 30th." Once the pandemic set in I don't think I saw him again, but always kept a lookout when I was in Windsor. And I learned now that he had moved to Beaver Bank. If I could now speak with him, I'd assure him that June 30th will never forget him.
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Dale Elliott posted a condolence
Thursday, December 19, 2024
Apart from him always calling on my birthday, another thing I remember about Walter was his cheerfulness. My wife, Sandra, and I are in a band that has played music at The Elms and Dykeland for many years and he was almost always there, talking to us before and afterwards and thanking us for coming. We will miss him.
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Carol Sue Frison posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
Sad for you because I know you will miss such a funny, nice man dearly. But Heaven gains a sweet soul. I can picture Sandra waiting for him to pass through the gates. What a lovely reunion for those who loved so deeply. Thinking of you all at this difficult time, with love and prayers.
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Wednesday, December 18, 2024
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Ashlee MacIsaac posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Birthday Man . May he Rip and finally be with his wife again ! Glad I had the pleasure of meeting him and having our conversations about life . Last time he was at Avery’s he heard about my mom and told me he would keep me in his prayers . He sure will be missed by the Avery’s Crew !
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Karl and Maia Andrews posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
So sorry to hear about you brothers passing Gwen. Sending lots of love and prayers your way as you and family go through these difficult times.
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Ashlee MacIsaac posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Birthday Man . May he Rip and finally be with his wife again ! Glad I had the pleasure of meeting him and having our conversations about life . Last time he was at Avery’s he heard about my mom and told me he would keep me in his prayers . He sure will be missed by the Avery’s Crew .
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Michael & Aileen Johnston posted a condolence
Sunday, December 15, 2024
Wyatt and Family we are so sorry to hear of your loss May the peace of God be with you at this time. One condolence Walter is at peace. God Bless!
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Wyatt Forrest posted a condolence
Sunday, December 15, 2024
Dad will always be remembered in many ways....
When Dad was happy, this was most of the time as he always believed in God's will and purpose for anything that he went through in life and never let circumstances affect his mood. When we went places in his car he would run to the car and sometimes skip like a young child, maybe he was excited to drive or he was just so content and happy, whatever the case, he always put a smile on my face!
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Raye Myles posted a condolence
Sunday, December 15, 2024
I will certainly miss that call each year from Walter, I even received a call from him one year while strolling down the Champs-Élysées in Paris. He also called me on mom’s birthday each year as well to ask me to pass along his birthday wishes for her.
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George Jordan posted a condolence
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Walter was one of my oldest friends.
He was a kind, gentle man. Last time we spoke in July he told me that the two greatest things in his life were: his salvation and Sandra.
And he loved so deeply his children and grandchildren.
Rest In Peace Walter.
With brotherly love,
George Jordan
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Wyatt Forrest uploaded photo(s)
Saturday, December 14, 2024
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Dad, I love you! You were so handsome and smart, I'm so thankful God blessed me with you as my Dad....
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Wyatt Forrest uploaded photo(s)
Saturday, December 14, 2024
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Dad and Mom on their 25th wedding anniversary. He was so in love with Mom, he could never get enough of her and was constantly giving her hugs and kisses. The perfect role model for a Dad!
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Bernie and Mary Rafuse posted a condolence
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Sending our sincere condolences to the Forrest family.
Walter always called on our birthdays, sure will miss his chats.
Thinking of you at this sad time.
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Feb 4th posted a condolence
Saturday, December 14, 2024
To the family of Jan 17th we express our most sincere condolences at the news of his passing. We became acquainted with Jan 17th when my mother in law Sept 4th was in Dykeland lodge. He instantly remembered everyone's birthdays except mine Feb 4th. It was after about the 3rd time he told us of his dear wife's passing on Feb 4th. He was a lovely man who always was up for a chat, out in public at grocery stores or whatever we always greeted each other with hi Jan 17th, hi Feb 4th. He called me and my wife May 4th and my daughter May19th on our birthdays and we were planning to group call him this coming year. On Jan 17th 2025 the phone will be ringing off the hook in heaven as we all say thanks for all the years.
The Wile (Curry) family
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Dale and Elizabeth Young posted a condolence
Saturday, December 14, 2024
So sorry to hear of Walter's passing. He called me every year on my birthday.We always had a nice chat when I saw him. He will be Missed.
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Cheryl and Stephen Gillott posted a condolence
Friday, December 13, 2024
Wayne and family, sorry for your loss.
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Judy Porter posted a condolence
Friday, December 13, 2024
To all of Walter’s family. So sorry to hear of his passing. He will be missed by everyone that knew him.
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Geraldine (Allen) Miller posted a condolence
Friday, December 13, 2024
To Walter's family.
Your father was a good friend of our mother, Jean Allen .
The coffee's and friendships at Tim Hortons always left a chair for an extra to join.
And the birthdays he remembered ...was amazing
He knew the Lord and lived loving Him
He called many times in a year to send Birthday wishes to me and my family.
He will be missed ...
My sincere condolences...
GERALDINE ( ALLEN ) MILLER
~JEAN ALLEN'S daughter~57a5q
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Carla Smith posted a condolence
Friday, December 13, 2024
Remembered Walter from meeting him at Tim Hortons. My husband and I really enjoyed talking to him. As mentioned he always remembered your Birthday. My thoughts and prayers are with his family at this time. May he rest in peace. Carla Smith.
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Jody Lake posted a condolence
Friday, December 13, 2024
So sorry to hear of Walter's passing. I will remember him for his magnificent memory for birthdays and always shared a nice chat when he would come into my work. I first met him and his wife from church when I went as a child with my grandmother, and would enjoy a nice conversation when seeing Walter at timmies later on in my adult years. . My condolences to all. Sending love and hugs
Jody Lake
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Sheila Porter posted a condolence
Friday, December 13, 2024
Sincere sympathy to Walter's family. While I didn't know him well, my Dad was a former resident of Dykeland Lodge for a period of time and Walter was always so friendly to him and Dad enjoyed his chats with Walter. My mother used to get such a "kick" out of Walter's ability to remember dates and call people by their birth dates. We all felt Walter brought such joy to the Dykeland's residents and family members.
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Patti & Ronnie Phillips posted a condolence
Friday, December 13, 2024
To Walters Family: We send our heartfelt condolences on the passing of Walter. He was a gentleman of many talents....we were always so happy to see him always so that he could let us know his talent of remembering dates! He will always be remembered and loved by many. May Walter Rest In Peace.
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Leigh-Anne Card posted a condolence
Friday, December 13, 2024
I have the fondest of memories when I think of Walter, and will always remember his kindness. Every time he saw me he’d smile and say « Hello March 12, daughter of June 30! ». He really had a gift for making everyone he encountered feel special.
His love for his wife was always apparent, and he showed me the picture of her that he carried in his wallet on numerous occasions. He loved to tell stories, and was a fantastic storyteller.
My deepest sympathies to his family at this sad time. I hope you take comfort in knowing how many lives Walter touched.
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Darlene Hashem posted a condolence
Friday, December 13, 2024
I was so sad to hear of Walter’s passing. He was such a kind soul and I will always be grateful for the time he spent with my mom as her faithful companion. I spoke with Walter on my birthday in early November and he ended our conversation as he always did by saying “ God Bless Dear, God Bless”. God Bless Walter, God Bless.
My condolences to his entire family!
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James carmichael posted a condolence
Friday, December 13, 2024
To all of Walter's family So sorry to hear of his passing Walter worked with my dad Carl Carmichael for many years in Halifax My dad always spoke highly Of Wally as my dad always called him Every time we would meet up with him or see him he would tell us our birthdays Dates Always ready to help anybody in need know that we are thinking of you all at this sad time james carmichael
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Jennifer Danieks posted a condolence
Friday, December 13, 2024
Sending my sincerest sympathies to all the family at this difficult time.
Always enjoyed chats with Walter whenever I saw him and his amazing skill at remembering birthdays. He didn’t remember my name but I was adressed by my birthday which always brought a chuckle. He even made a point to call to wish my daughter happy birthday this summer.
His happy spirit will always be remembered.
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Friday, December 13, 2024
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Val Oppedisano posted a condolence
Friday, December 13, 2024
What a beautiful man Walter was. My beloved Aunt Vera ,I know valued and appreciated Walter’s .love and commitment to her. We were very grateful for the happiness and love Walter showed towards aunt Vera. May he rest in peace . May peace find its way to his grieving family members. Valerie Oppedisano/ Hashem.
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Kate Goodwin posted a condolence
Friday, December 13, 2024
Denise, Wally, Wayne, Wyatt and family, so sorry to hear of your father’s passing. I remember your Father well. Always remember him asking about birthdays and sharing his sad special poems when I saw him at Tim Hortons. He will be remembered fondly and missed by many. Condolences
Kate and Jeff Goodwin
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