Heaven gained a faithful, old Scot named Alexander Winston Forbes when he graduated to heaven on May 14th, 2021. Anyone who knew Alec knows how much he was looking forward to seeing His Saviour and peppering Paul with questions about Romans. We know he’s joined the ranks of singing saints, and look forward to joining with him in song each Sunday morning.
He’s gone ahead of his beloved wife of 56 years, Carol. He leaves behind a sister, Betty (Don), and a brother, Harvey, as well as two kids: John (Tonia), and Juanita (Carey). He was Grandpa to four grandkids that he loved to bits: Adina, Brodie, Alexander, and Kristopher.
Alec was born on May 17th, 1942 in Chatham, Ontario to Wilfred and Helen Forbes. Growing up in Sioux Lookout, he enjoyed a great Canadian life of playing hockey, fixing cars, and working hard in the Forbes Tuck shop his Dad owned. Alec was a hard worker in that shop, as well as fixing cars in their backyard at a young age, which sparked a life-long passion. In the early 60s, Alec decided to head West with a friend of his, and found himself in Kamloops. It wasn’t long until he made a friend who shared the gospel and led him to Jesus, igniting in him a greater passion. He got involved in a church (Kamloops Full Gospel) and that’s where he met Carol – a dear passion of his. Married in 1965, they raised their kids amidst adventures like Bible school and living in a converted city bus for a bit. Alec continued working on cars as a career – even after being declared legally blind in the 80s. That didn’t stop him, because he didn’t need his eyes to see what was wrong with a car.
Throughout, Alec and Carol were often found helping out where needed and volunteering for one church function or another. This was a value they would pass on to both their kids and grandkids. He became an Elder in the church, faithfully serving however needed. When asked “How are you doing?” he would often answer, “We are blessed!” This wasn’t just a well-worn saying to Alec, but a lifestyle. Those around him could always tell how genuine his faith and his heart were, both for his Saviour, and his family. We are ever thankful for and inspired by the lasting legacy that Alec leaves. A small celebration of life was held on May 29, 2021.
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