Albert D. Forrest

Albert D. Forrest, Jr., of Carnarvon Township, Lancaster County and formerly of Philadelphia, died December 31, 2012, at ManorCare Health Services, Spring Township.

He was a devoted and loving husband to his wife Mary Catherine (Campbell) Forrest, whom he adored. They were married for 62 years.

Born in Philadelphia, he was a son of the late Albert D., Sr. and Florence (Smalley) Forrest.

Albert was a U.S. Army veteran serving in the Germany occupation from 1951 to 1953.

He was employed as a Corrosion Protection Engineer for the Philadelphia Gas Works for 28 years.

Albert was a member of St. Benedict's Roman Catholic Church, Mohnton.

A loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, he loved his family, friends, and life in general.

In addition to his wife Mary, he is survived by three children, Rosemary Reigle; Karen, wife of David Esola, and Albert D., III, husband of MaryCatherine Forrest.

Other survivors include six grandchildren: Cory Dunsmore, Rachel Esola, Albert D. Forrest, IV, Sarah Esola, Erin Forrest and Steven Reigle and five great- great grandchildren: David Mead, Albert D. Forrest, V, Jayden Forrest, Juliana Mead and Gabrielle Forrest.

He is also survived by two brothers, Donald and Richard.

Albert was predeceased by one brother, Jack Forrest.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday at 11:00 a.m. in Saint Benedict's Church, 2020 Chesnut Hill Rd., Mohnton, PA 19540. A viewing will be held one hour prior to the Mass in the church. Burial will be in Robeson Cemetery, Robeson Township.

Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home, Inc., West Reading is in charge of arrangements. For online condolences, visit www.kuhnfuneralhome.com.