Mrs. Jean Forrest Obituary in Marianna at Peoples Funeral Home

Obituary For Mrs. Jean Forrest

Jean Frances Forrest received the gift of life on October 19, 1941, in Bay County Florida to the late Benjamin Williams and Sylvia Lee Cotton Williams.

She accepted Christ into her life at an early age and was a member of Springfield A.M.E. where she served faithfully in whatever capacity she was needed. Later, in life she joined the St. Luke Missionary Baptist to be with her husband.

She was a graduate of Jackson County Training School. Jean was employed at Jackson Hospital for over 30 years as a Ward Clerk on second floor. On Tuesday, January 30, 2024, she transitioned to her eternal home.

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by sister, Ethel Jordon; and brothers, Buck Williams and Benjamin Williams, Jr.

Jean leaves precious memories with her husband of 55 years, Charles Spencer Forrest; loving daughters, Bridgett Cassandra Starr of Marianna, FL, and Cynthia Jeanell Forrest of Panama City Beach, Florida; granddaughter raised as a child, Candra Pollock of Marianna, Florida; along with her son, Christopher Charles Forrest (April) of Marianna, Florida; brothers, Enoch Williams (Tommie) of Marianna, Florida, and Craig Williams of Chipley, Florida; sisters, Evelyn King of Washington, D.C., and Betty McCallister of Marianna, Florida; and a host grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and in laws, along with long-term friends from Jackson Hospital, neighbors, and friends from West End Marianna, Florida.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, February 08, 2024, at 1:30 p.m. at St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church were Rev. Travis Ephriam is interim pastor and Rev. Riley J. Henderson will be officiating. Interment will follow in the Orange Hill Cemetery with the caring staff of Peoples Funeral Home of Marianna, FL directing.

Public viewing and visitation will be on Wednesday, February 07, 2024, at Peoples Funeral Home chapel from 3 to 5 p.m. The body will lie in state at the church on Thursday from 12:30 p.m. until funeral time.

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Sandra Graham sent Serene Lily Basket for Mrs. Jean Forrest - February 07, 2024

Our deepest condolences for you loss. May your happy memories give you peace and comfort during this time. Dewayne, Roderick and Sandy Graham

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sharron k mack sent Forever in Our Hearts Casket Adornment for Mrs. Jean Forrest - February 06, 2024

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Sonny Williams sent Ocean Devotion for Mrs. Jean Forrest - February 05, 2024

Dear auntie, your passing has left a void in our hearts. Charley, Bridget, Cynthia and Chris we mourn with you the loss of a great woman. Sonny, Joy and Valerie.

Wanda Colvin sent Solace Ivy Planter for Mrs. Jean Forrest - February 05, 2024

So Very Sorry for Your Loss, Prayers for Peace and Comfort for You and Your Family Wanda Colvin

Hilton A Turner sent The Peace Lily for Mrs. Jean Forrest - February 05, 2024

"Blessed are they that morn, for they shall be comforted". Charley, we morn with you. From Cousins Gwendolyn, Priscilla and Hilton.

Sending condolences to Jean's family. So sorry to hear of her transition.........Ethel Brown-Oney

Sending condolences to Jean's family. So sorry to hear of her transition.

Praying for your family during your time of grieving. I met Mrs. Forrest on 2nd floor at Jackson Hospital. She kept everything and everyone in order, not tolerating any disrespect. I surely appreciated and respected her. 🌻❤

Cynthia, More Grace and Peace be multiplied to you and your family. I'm grateful for the opportunity to have met your mother. May she Rest in Heaven. Thoughts and Prayers
Angela

Soror Cynthia Forrest, your Sorors of Marianna Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. would like to extend heartfelt condolences to you and your family.

We pray that God will strengthen and comfort you during this most difficult time. Love you all,
Cousins Charles and Anita Keith Maldon

To the Forrest Family:
We would like to express our sincere condolences to you and your family during your time of bereavement. "God is our comfort and strength." Psalm 46:1
The Spires Family of New York, Maryland, Tallahassee and Marianna

Our hearts are deeply saddened to hear the loss of our Classmate Jean. Our sympathy and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. May her soul Rest In peace (RIP).
CLASS OF 1959 JCTS Dan Hester - Jean Spires - Gertrude Sims - Dorothy Swails - Clemeteen Beavers - Ruth Bell - Estelle Kirland - Carrie L. Godwin - Amy Pope - Betty Anne White - Tish Brewton - Curtis Sylvester - Mariah Long - Thomas Koonce - N. D. Daniels - Johnny Speights -