Condolences

• 04/27/2021

  Paula Rossi

  Dear Family, I worked with Forest for many years at RIDE. My first interaction with him was about a education legal matter. I enjoyed his company so much, that I looked for opportunities to pop into his office and chat. Our conversations were always very interesting and we oftened talked about Colonial History. He wanted to visit the Angle Tree Stone, which is located about a mile from my home. I always learned something from him during this talks. I found him a very fascinating person and was in awe of his breadth of knowledge, including his knowledge of Olde English! He was a very special persona and I send you my most heartfelt condolences at this loss to your family. Sincerely, Denise Achin

• 04/27/2021

  Paula Rossi

  Forrest - As a friend you are greatly missed. I wish you didn't have to go. You were one of the kindest people I knew. You had the biggest heart. Also someone who wanted to help. Animals had a special place in your heart and you would help with any that needed any medical attention. Warren Animal Hospital has seen those that you have helped. As a friend I saw all of this. Your kitties are missing you greatly already, they don't know what to do without their buddy their friend, their world is turned upside down. I miss our little chats about the Patriots, politics/state government, the Kicki, history, bee keeping, sharing in your vast knowledge and your cats and the local strays. I wish you had taken better care of yourself so that I would be talking to you instead of sharing this tribute. I told you I was worried about you. You are a great person and a great friend and I miss you.

• 04/27/2021

  Paula Rossi

  To Forest' s Family We send our deepest sympathy and prayers to you all in the passing of your Brother, Uncle, friend. Our hearts hurt for you all. Please know that we are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. He was a fine man and son. My Dad Bruce always as spoke so highly him.

• 04/27/2021

  Paula Rossi

  It was a privilege to have known and worked with Forrest at the Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. He was such a fine person and a brilliant lawyer. My deepest sympathy to all in the Avila family.

• 04/27/2021

  Paula Rossi

  I am so sorry to hear that Forrest has passed on. I will remember him as a kind and compassionate person, a true advocate for students and a memorable colleague from my time at the Department of Education. My sympathy to his family and friends.