April 2, 1953 – July 9, 2020

It is with great sadness, and with much love and gratitude for his life, that we announce the passing of our husband, father, and grandfather. After suffering an aneurysm and stroke, John passed away in Kelowna General Hospital on July 9, 2020.

Born in Stockport, England in 1953 to the late Peter and Jean Forrester, John lived in many locations during his 67 years, including Wales, PEI, Nova Scotia, Vancouver, Turkey, Toronto and Merritt. Along the way he had numerous careers as a painter, farmer, pastor, missionary, author and teacher. Wherever John went he reached out to those around him, making friends and touching people’s lives. 1. Timothy 1:17.

John is survived by his wife, Betty and their children, David and Maria Forrester, Joyce Forrester and Maria and Chris Thuveson, and their grandchildren, Mark, Rachael, Ezekiel, Joshua, Kezia, Miriam, Sophie, Daniel and Miya, as well as his brothers and sisters and their families.

A memorial service will be held on July 16, 2020 in Merritt, BC. Due to the provincial health restrictions, the service will be private and by invitation only. Details for the live streaming will be listed on the Nicola Valley Evangelical Free Church website.

Online condolences and memories may be shared on the Merritt Funeral Chapel website.

• Date : 2020-07-09
• Location : Merritt, BC