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October 31, 2006 |
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In memory of Forrest... one of the greatest men I have met. It took a
while to write. I had to accept the loss before I could put into words
the thoughts going through my mind.
Forrest
has been a true friend and colleague for the last 30 years. I will so
miss his great sense of humor, warmth, understanding, compassion,
advice and guidance. He was my mentor and coach for so many years. His
ability and patience to provide advice and explanations for even the
most complex issues or problems will be missed. It hurts so much
thinking that he won't be there anymore.
Like many, I feel the
loss of a very good and true friend. He left us quickly, without pain
and right after having a good meal at the Ritz. He had always said he'd
never want to be a burden on anyone and the thought of not being able
to enjoy life to its fullest was inconceivable to him. I remember
asking him if he'd ever retire completely. His answer was simple - why?
Going to work everyday, being in contact with so many great people, and
having lunch at his favorite restaurants was, to him, what life is all
about.
I am sure the angels are looking out for him. He was
such a good man to all. He's probably already having a blast with Bill
Nichol and Smitty Chapman, former colleagues, and others who have left
us. I just hope they're serving his favorite drink... extra dry
martini, up with a twist!
Veronica, to you and your family, our deepest and most sincerest sympathies. Our heart goes out to all of you!
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Johanne Danis-Préfontaine & Guy Préfontaine (Beloeil, QC )
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October 18, 2006 |
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Friends are precious; old boyfriends who become wonderful friends are
even nicer. I will miss your youthful joy, your generous heart, your
wicked, wonderful, unique sense of humour. Bill always said that you
should have been the new “Man about Town” columnist for The Gazette as
your knowledge of fine foods and gourmet wines was second to none.
Veronica,
our deepest sympathy goes out to you. You have lost a great love, a
companion of your heart, and a beautiful very special man.
In sadness,
Kathryn McMahon and Bill Robertson
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Kathryn McMahon (Toronto, ON )
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October 16, 2006 |
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I've known Forrest for over 45 years and although our paths have taken
different directions I always remember him as a wicked bridge player
and an avid fan of the Flinstones. Forrest was a caring, compassionate
and undestanding person. To a fault, he was a Montrealer through and
through. A fine person to be sure. Our sincere sympathy to Veronica and
family. |
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David Molstad (Union Bay, BC )
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October 16, 2006 |
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A good leg will fail, a straight back will stoop, a curli'd pate will
grow bald,a fair face will wither,a full eye will wax hollow, but a
good heart is the sun and the moon.And with those words Shakespeare ,
in Henry V, nicely summed up my loyal colleague and wise old friend
Forrest who to say the very least possessed a good heart.
While
I will miss him immensely I will take pleasure in the many rich
memories which my association with him will provide. Not everyone is so
lucky as to have 35 years of friendship with such a man as Forrest. I
am grateful for what I had and hopefully I will be recounting his
various exploits for years to come. |
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Don Lumb (Vancouver, BC )
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October 16, 2006 |
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Forrest and Veronica always came to Jacquie's annual Polo for the Heart
day in Toronto. We looked forward to his company every year - such an
interesting conversationalist. He was a great big teddy bear of a man
and just to see him brought a smile to your face. Forrest certainly new
how to appreciate the finer things in life and was truly the life of
the party. Veronica - we are so sorry for your huge loss. A light in
our lives has gone forever. |
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John and Julia Hayes (Mount Albert, ON )
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October 15, 2006 |
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Having worked and known Forrest for 38 years. He will be missed by his many friends at Standard Life
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Anna Selinger (Cowley, AB )
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October 14, 2006 |
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Forrest will be sadly missed by those who had the pleasure of his
company at lunchtime at the Ritz. Always interesting and charming, he
was a thoughtful and entertaining conversationalist and friend. With
deepest sympathy to all his family, we share in your loss. |
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David T. Nicholson (Westmount, QC )
Obesity
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October 13, 2006 |
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Forrest and I have been friends for 42 years. I will miss his dry
martinis and humour, discussing the Middle East, music, and never
agreeing on social work issues all the while doing crossword puzzles.
You
were my friend who refused to grow up or grow old. To you birthdays
were inevitable, ageing was optional. I believe that you said that you
were 21 on your last birthday, despite the fact that I told you that
you were NOT 70 plus but 69.95 plus shipping and handling.
Your death has left me to grieve a long and beautiful friendship come to an end.
I
guess we should all be grateful that you died exactly the way you
thought you should - quickly, no suffering and right after your lunch
time martinis at the Ritz. You lived your life as fully as anyone could
have, had few regrets, loved, laughed, worked hard, refused to retire
and were always true to all who knew you well. You loved good food,
wine and all the good things that life had to offer and preferred the
occasions when you could share them with friends.
What seems a
lifetime ago, I remember making angels in the snow on Mount Royal. I
hope those same angels are looking over you now.
Jim and I wish to extend our sincerest condolences to Veronica and both of their families.
Forrest, good bye my dearest friend. I will miss you always.
Love Eileen
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Eileen Ross (Oakville, ON )
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October 13, 2006 |
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We met "uncle Forrest" only once, at the wedding of Valerie and Forrest
in Calgary. He was a chaming character. We wish to express our sympathy
to Forrest's family.
Pauline and Tom Barnes
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Pauline and Tom Barnes (Victoria, BC )
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October 13, 2006 |
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Having worked with Forrest during at least 6 years before my
retirement. I would like to express my deep sympaties to the family.
Forrest always been my best reference in the business (company)when I
had important decision to take. |
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Pierre Goudreault (St-Jean-de-Matha, QC )
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October 12, 2006 |
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Having known Forrest for 39 yeaes in my association with Standard Life
I can say he was a true friend of the Sales Force. We will all miss him
greatly. Brian Stewart |
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Brian Stewart (Alliston, ON )
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October 12, 2006 |
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Forrest and I grew up as children and neighbours in the lovely old town
of Como (now Hudson), Quebec. What I remember most about him as an
adult was his superb taste in art and his love of fine food! My
condolences to Veronica and all those who loved him, especially my dear
dear friend, his sister, Margot. |
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Jennifer ("Pix") Raiche (Ramsayville, ON )
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October 12, 2006 |
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Forrest was the best mentor a Nephew could ever have. A man of endless
generousity and a killer in any trivia game. I will miss him terribly,
and I will never be able to look at Montreal without thinking of his
excellent tour guide. We can all aspire to follow his "Live life to
it's fullest" Philosophy. Goodbye Dear Uncle. I am sure we will meet
again. I could not have hoped to be named after a better person. |
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Forrest Molstad (Calgary, AB )
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October 12, 2006 |
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Dearest Veronica and family.
We are very sorry to hear of your loss, and are sure you will miss your "Gentle Giant" of a man.
We have fond memories of his corny sense of humour and your great fun together.
Clo will have a "very dry Martini" in his memory, and I might just join her too.
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Claudette & Julius Szalipszki (Courtenay, BC )
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October 12, 2006 |
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To the memory of a gentleman; I had the opportunity, as an MGA of
Standard Life, of working on a few occasions with Mr. Forrest Roy and
was impressed by his excellent memory for details and good judgement
for fairness and sound business decisions. I will miss his advice but
keep alive in my mind his "proper way of doing things".
May God Bless his Soul!
Alain L. Parent
Impact Financial Strategy Inc.
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Alain Parent (Montreal, QC )
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October 12, 2006 |
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I have known Forrest since 1988 and in fact sat with him on several
compensation committee meetings over the years. I always cherished his
advice and thought of him as a friend. |
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Brian Floyd (Belleville, ON )
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