John Henry Forrest

John Henry Forrest, age 60 of Gainesville, passed away on Tuesday, November 13, 2018 at his residence after a yearlong battle with GBM Brain Cancer.

A Celebration of Life Service is scheduled for December 9, 2018 at the Martha Hope Cabin from 11:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.

Mr. Forrest was born July 4, 1958 in Atlanta, Georgia to James Marcus Forrest and Emma Millwood Forrest. John’s career spanned 40 years in the Logistic and Transportation industry. He was employed with Peachstate Trucking, Inc. at the time of his diagnosis.  Mr. Forrest was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, James Leonard Forrest.

Mr. Forrest is survived by his son, Brandon Dale Forrest of Gainesville; brother and sister-in-law, Nelson & Toni Forrest of Folly Beach, SC; sister and brother-in-law, Darlene & Elliott Shaw of Flowery Branch; nieces, Taylor Shaw and Rachel Shaw both of Flowery Branch; his dearly beloved dog, Petey.

Memorial Park Funeral Home, 2030 Memorial Park Road, Gainesville, GA  30504 is in charge of arrangements.

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