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Brian Alexander FORREST

Brian FORREST Obituary

Forrest, Brian Alexander. Much loved husband and best mate of Barbara. Loved father and father-in-law of Ben and Vanessa, Denise and Ashley, Sharon and Paul. Grandfather of Gus, Ella, Max, Sam, Taylor, Fraser, Paris, Mason, Houston, and Bennet. Great grandfather of Malakai. His passion was Rugby, a Waikato Representative in his early career and then roles with Marist, Ponsonby, and Auckland Rugby under 21 teams. He loved his Mercedes career with the Giltrap Group. A life well lived. We will miss your presence in our lives. Love you always. A long and courageous struggle. A ceremony to celebrate Brian's life will be held at Purewa All Saints Chapel, 100 St John's Road, Meadowbank on 2 October at 4pm, with refreshments to follow.
Published by The New Zealand Herald from Sep. 30 to Oct. 1, 2025.

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Ken Bertrand

Yesterday

My sincere condolences to Barb and family. Brian was a bear of a man and was so good to me in my early years. Fondly remembered. Ken Bertrand

Ross & Dallas Pendergrast

September 30, 2025

Dear Barbara and family,
We were so sorry to hear your dear Brian has passed away. Unfortunately we are overseas so we will miss his funeral. Thinking of you and sending our love and condolence's. Ross & Dallas xx

William J Spring

September 30, 2025

A mighty kauri has fallen.
Brian was a legend in his own lifetime.
Wonderful innings that !
William Spring.

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