Patsy Forrest

Patsy Allison Forrest, 83, of Rockford joined many of her beloved family in heaven on March 5th, 2018. Born February 6th, 1935 in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas to Alma and Robert Allison. She attended school in Walnut Ridge. She married Ray Forrest on June 28th, 1952 at St. Marys Catholic Church in Walnut Ridge, AR. They were married 54 years and raised their three children Victoria, Robert and Patricia in Rockford, IL. Pat always missed her home and family in Arkansas and yearly summer vacations visiting always brought her great joy. An avid reader and diligent family historian, she was a beacon of guidance, generosity and love, never failing to remind her grandchildren of their rich family history. As a gifted writer, Pat wrote beautiful letters and authored meticulous journals on each of her six grandchildren. Education was incredibly important to her and she was beyond proud that all of her grandchildren earned college degrees. Pat's children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren were her greatest happiness. Known to the grandchildren as Nonnie and Poppie, Pat and Ray often had the grandchildren begging to stay overnight. They enjoyed giving the grandchildren all of their love and attention. Often a single overnight would last several days. One of Nonnies' favorite quotes was by Oscar Hammerstein II "A bell's not a bell 'til you ring it - A song's not a song 'til you sing it - Love in your heart wasn't put there to stay - Love isn't love 'til you give it away!" Pat held a special place in her heart for her Aunt Eva Hyslop, Eva's son Harry, her nephew Ken Thompson, her niece Jill Hines, and her cousin Scott Allison who was more like a brother to Pat. Survivors include her Daughter Victoria (Mark) Lundine and their children Katheryn Lundine, Sarah (Byron) Cann and Paul (Kristin) Lundine and her Daughter Patricia (Gary) Lightfoot and their children Cole (Fiancee Lindsey Dailey) and Seth Lightfoot. Survivors also include granddaughter Jessica Forrest-Johnson and great-granddaughters Faith and Ella Cann, Piper Forrest-Johnson, sister Peggy(Tim) Bates and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her beloved husband Ray and son Robert Forrest. Parents Alma and Robert, brothers James Allison and Don Berry, and sister Joann Allison. Also predeceased by her great-grandchildren Madilyn Grace and Skylar Cann. The family wishes to thank Northern Illinois Hospice for their care and compassion. Especially nurse Sue and Chaplain Jonathon. Per Pats wishes there will be no services held. Interment in Lawrence County Memorial Park in Walnut Ridge.

Patsy Forrest

February 6, 1935 - March 5, 2018