Eugene Forrest Wadena, Saskatchewan Obituary

Eugene Forrest

<p>Eugene was born on March 29, 1936, seventh of ten children bestowed on Joseph and Velina Forrest.&nbsp; He left school prior to graduating to take a job in Uranium City.&nbsp; He sent most of his pay cheque home in order to assist his parents in building the Christopher Lake Hotel.&nbsp;</p> <p>On August 25, 1961, he married Fern McBeth.&nbsp; Together they owned and operated the Christopher Lake Hotel until 1975, Rainbow Cabins and Motel in Cochin from 1975 to 1976, and Fern&rsquo;s Groceteria at Murray Point from 1977 to 1984. He and Fern moved to Rose Valley, in 1985 where they owned Forrest&rsquo;s Fine Foods until 2007 when they retired.</p> <p>Eugene loved to tend to &ldquo;his orchard&rdquo; which consisted of a few apple trees, some cherry trees, and a saskatoon berry bush.&nbsp; He enjoyed dancing, fishing, golfing and telling off-colour jokes.&nbsp; He loved to play cards with family and friends.&nbsp; He played many sports in his youth and enjoyed watching them on TV in his later years.&nbsp;</p> <p>Eugene was pre-deceased by his wife Fern in 2018, his son Gordon in 2004, his father Joseph in 1971, his mother Velina in 1991, two sisters, Elnor in 1955, and Valdora in 2017, and three brothers, Alvin in 1972, Paul in 1988, and Lorne in 2013.</p> <p>He will live on in the memory of his son Harold, daughter Kathy, granddaughters Melissa, Hailey, Kayla and Lauren, and great grand children Joseph and Amelia.&nbsp; As well, Eugene will be remembered by his brother Lloyd, sisters Marie, Margaret (Al), Faye (Floyd), his brothers and sisters in law and numerous nieces and nephews</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p style="text-align: center;">In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Eugene can be made to</p> <p style="text-align: center;">Colleston United Church Cemetery</p> <p style="text-align: center;">c/o Cameron McDonald</p> <p style="text-align: center;">RR1, Prince Albert, SK&nbsp; S6V 5P8</p> <p style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
March 29, 1936 - May 12, 202203/29/193605/12/2022
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Justin Morabito
May 14, 2022
Eugene was always the light of the room. In all my brief time with him, he always made sure I felt welcome and part of his family. He will be dearly missed and lovingly celebrated in my heart.
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Kathryn Stefaniuk
May 15, 2022
Im so touched by your kind words Justin. Thank you
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Justin Morabito
May 14, 2022
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Justin Morabito
May 14, 2022
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Justin Morabito
May 14, 2022
Eugene was always the light of the room. In all my brief time with him, he always made sure I felt welcome and part of his family. He will be dearly missed and lovingly celebrated in my heart.
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Marion Sigstad
May 14, 2022
My sincere condolences on you loss, my prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.

Marion Sigstad
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Joan and Rupert Parent
May 14, 2022
Our deepest condolences Kathy and Harold. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
May he rest in peace.
A candle was posted for Eugene Forrest.
A candle was posted for Eugene Forrest.
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Kathryn Stefaniuk
May 14, 2022
Thank you for your thoughtfulness Joan and Rupert.
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Justin Morabito
May 14, 2022
With love and care from the Morabito's.
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Eileen Scott
May 14, 2022
Sorry to hear of Eugene's family. Our family has many great memories of Eugene!!
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Kathy Stefaniuk
May 14, 2022
Thank you Eileen.
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Bea & Earl Bjerland
May 13, 2022
So sorry to hear of Eugenes passing. I have so many great memories of working for Fern & Eugene. They were wonderful employers and friends. Sending love and prayers. ️️
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Kathy Stefaniuk
May 14, 2022
Thank you so much Bea and Earl
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The staff at Tompkins Funeral Home
May 13, 2022
We plant this tree as a living memorial to Eugene. We are deeply sorry for your loss.
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