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DOROTHY FORREST With deep sadness we announce the passing of Dorothy Forrest, with loving family at her side. Dorothy was predeceased by her husband Lewis of 54 years; granddaughter Santana Cornejo; her siblings, George and Alexander Cote, and Rose Roebuck. She is survived by her children, Steven (Kim), Donna Cornejo Otte (Frank) and Jeffrey (Tina); grandchildren, Andre and Brendon Cornejo; Alexandra, Reed and Rachel Forrest. Born and raised in Winnipeg, she made lifelong friends, Lorraine and Muriel. At age 14, she worked to help raise her younger siblings. After several years of marriage, Lewis and Dorothy bought their first home on Victor Street and started their family. In addition, other family and friends lived there too. Dorothy had a nurturing heart and was always caring for others. She attended St. Andrew's United Church on Elgin Avenue. She was an active member of the "Elginettes" service group, involved in many church functions including bazaars and the annual spring tea. A seamstress for many years, she advanced to be a garment cutter - considered to be a man's job - where Dorothy proved her worth. Later, she worked at a daycare within St. Andrew's Place, then moved into an outreach worker position at Health Action Centre, located in the same building. Having a strong belief that "education is never a waste of time" she went to Red River College, taking the Management Development Program, accounting, computers - the list goes on. She became the Business Manager at Health Action Centre, and was also the jack of all trades, covering at reception, payroll, plumber, etc. Luckily at age 60 she retired! She had a love for camping, first using the McKanes camper, then later a family trailer. Camping alongside the Jensen family where all sports or games changed into something else entirely. Ever since those days, it is said "let her win, or there will be consequences". During her working years (then into retirement) Lewis and Dorothy spent 17 glorious years at Spruce Sands campground, engaged in family get-togethers, camp fires, baking friendship muffins, fishing and reading. She truly loved the times her kids and grandkids came out to the lake, showing each of them how to fish. Every time it was time to go back to the city, she would feel sad and have a tear in her eye. At large family gatherings at Christmas or New Year's, she was famous for her sweet and sour meatballs and of course her corn fritters. Dorothy liked her getaways. She enjoyed visits with her siblings, and her travels to BC, often staying with nieces, Gale and Carol and nephew Rick. She loved going out to her luxury camping at Wallace Lake, where she enjoyed fishing, reading, doing puzzles and helping out. The family would like to thank Dr. J. Clendenan for her care, understanding and support, as well as the staff at Middlechurch Home of Winnipeg. Memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, October 22, 2018 at Neil Bardal Funeral Centre, 3030 Notre Dame Ave. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Diabetes Association, CancerCare Manitoba, or the Alzheimer Society. NEIL BARDAL FUNERAL CENTRE 204-949-2200 neilbardalinc.com
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 20, 2018
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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Jeffrey, Donna, Steven, Andre, Brendan and family: So sorry to hear about Dorothy. She was a gentle, kind soul. For myself she was a friend, co-worker at the Health Action Centre, and a camping friend at Spruce Sands. She was the person who introduced Rick and I to Spruce Sands for camping and when there we had a great time with Lewis and Dorothy at their trailer. We had a fun time. They both introduced my daughter Katlyn to fishing and had taken the boys and her a few times fishing and berry picking. Kate had a great time with Brendon and Andre while even sharing a birthday only a week apart. It was very special when Dorothy and one of her many skills made a train caboose cake for Kate and asked us to join the boys at their birthday party that she had included us in. These are but a few of our special memories. Closing we are sending our heartfelt sympathy to all of you in this difficult time. We were privileged to have known her. Sending hugs to you all. She will be remembered. Love Rick, Bev, Katlyn Taylor - Posted by: Bev and Richard Taylor (friend) on: Oct 21, 2018
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Dorothy was a wonderful Mother. I always remember being welcome in the Forrest Home as a kid. Kind and considerate, she was the center of the family. Later she was active in the Elgin Avenue church. - Posted by: Chris Legrange (Friend of the family ) on: Oct 21, 2018
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Dorothy was a busy and hard working mother. Although it has been many years since we were neighbors, I do remember the Forrest family and the house they lived in on Victor. May you always remember her wonderful and gentle soul. My condolences to the family. - Posted by: Angela (former neighbor) on: Oct 21, 2018
