William “Duncan” Forbes passed away on Monday, May 30th, 2022 unexpectedly. The world has lost a great father, grandfather, brother, uncle, friend and all-around remarkable man.
If you asked Duncan, his greatest accomplishment wasn’t his 50 years of service as a sprinkler fitter, it was being a father to his two daughters Miranda and Wynter (Shawn) and a grandfather to his three grandsons Harrison, Franklin and Liam. Duncan’s daughters and grandsons were the pride and joy of his life. The legacy of Duncan’s kind spirit, passion for sports and love of music will live on through them.
Duncan is survived by his siblings Jim Forbes (Heather), Dale MacDonald (Jim), Janice Fraser (Jim), Marilyn Forbes and many nephews and nieces. Duncan was preceded in death by his parents Leslie and Della Forbes.
A Memorial Service will be held at Beechwood, Funeral, Cemetery and Cremation Services (280 Beechwood Ave, Ottawa) on Thursday, June 9th from 10:30am to 1:30pm. A Celebration of Life will be held at Connor’s Irish Pub (2401 St. Joseph Blvd, Orleans) on Thursday, June 9th from 7pm until last call where we’ll raise a glass (or three) to this incredible man and give him the retirement party he deserved.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Duncan’s memory can be made to CHEO.
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Pat and Bruce Berney
Crystal Collison
I was shocked and saddened to learn Duncan had passed. He was a kind man who will definitely be missed here on earth
David Hohle
It was a pleasure to know and work with Duncan. He is part of the reason I got back into guitar.
Meaghan Forbes
To the greatest uncle/godfather. You will always be in my heart. I am going to miss you, but my memories of you will always live on.
R.I.P. Duncan - Love you!!
Bruce MacLaurin
My condolences to Duncan's children and grandchildren as well as to Jim, Dale, Janice and Marilyn - a great loss.
Sean O’Brien
The world lost a great man. So sad to hear the news. Dunc will be truly missed. Thoughts and prayers with the family at this difficult time.🙏
JIM & THERESA Jones
It is with great sadness to hear of Duncan's passing. He was a great individual in all respects. He will be dearly missed by all that had the privilege of knowing him. Hope there is a golf course up there. Our condolences go out to all his family. May he Rest In Peace.
GORDON & Brenda McNaughton
Our sincere condolences to the Forbes family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Laura Oosterom
My deepest condolences to you Miranda and Wnyter, my thoughts are with both of you
Mary-Anne and Mike Ryan
We are missing a wonderful and caring family man. His daughters and grandkids were the lights of his life. We will miss the enjoyment of golfing and curling with him. We send our thoughts to the Forbes family. You have lost a wonderful man . He will always be with us in spirit ❤
A kind and good natured guy who was fun to be around! He will definitely be missed.