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FORBES, James
1954 – 2025
It is with sadness the family of James Harold (Jimmy) Forbes announce his passing, on February 2, 2025. Jimmy was born in Toronto, to Bernice (Milton, Forbes, Wildman) and Harold James Forbes. When Jimmy was a toddler, the family moved to Kirkland Lake, Ontario and he was raised in a bustling household with his two brothers (Carl and Gary) and two sisters (Ilona and Laurie).
As a young man, Jimmy worked as an underground miner for a short time, as a log scaler for Great Lakes Forest Products, and spent most of his time prospecting for himself and for numerous mining companies. His true passion was prospecting and he could be found in the “bush” until medical conditions prevented him from being where he loved.
Jimmy was thrilled with the birth of each of children James (Jimmy), Melissa, and Stephen. He welcomed his stepson Alan into his family.
Jimmy was predeceased by his father, mother, brother Carl, and sister Ilona. He is survived by his children Jimmy, Melissa, and Stephen (Annie), His sister Laurie (Andor and their children Jason, Brooke, and Yuri) and brother Gary (Jennifer and their children Kenneth, Andrea, and Derek).
Jimmy will be remembered for his sense of humor, love of animals, and enjoyment of the peace he found in the bush prospecting or enjoying his favorite pastime, fishing.
A Celebration of Life will be held on February 22 at 2pm, at the Timiskaming Funeral Cooperative (111 Burnside Drive in Kirkland Lake) followed by a light lunch. All are welcome to share in Jimmy’s memory!
In lieu of flowers, a donation to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.
1954 2025
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Death notice for the town of: Kirkland Lake, Province: Ontario
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