United States Veteran
Gary Merle Forberg, age 84, passed February 24, 2025 in Deland, FL. Born in Hamilton, OH to the late Merle and Phyllis Forberg and raised in Medina, NY, Gary graduated from Medina HS, SUNY Alfred and previously lived in Hilton, NY before moving to Florida. Gary was with the US Army, serving at Ft. Knox, KY, Ft. Still, OK, Ft. Lewis, WA and Korea, with the 20th Artillery, 1 Calvary Division, where he served with many honors. Following his military duty, Gary had over 20 years in the automobile business including GM at Durfee Chevrolet and later owning Forberg Buick in Brockport, NY. He became a licensed Realtor when moving to Daytona Beach in 1984 which later included property management. Gary was a member of many local clubs including KWVA, Eagles and Kiwanis clubs in the area.
Gary was predeceased by his loving wife, Marian. Survived by his first wife, Anne Forberg; son and daughter, Jeffrey Forberg (Laura Williams) of Hilton, NY, and Kimberly Newkirk (Steve Seijas) of Deland, FL; step-daughter, Dawn Marie (Kevin) Juneau of Holly Hill, FL; step-son, James Ohls (Linda) of Hamlin, NY; grandchildren, William and Alexandra Forberg of Pavilion, NY, Nichole Marie Ellis (Luis Martinez), of Deltona, FL; cherished friend, Sally Boomer; and many cousins and dear friends.
Condolences are welcome and may be shared with the family at www.BaldwinCremation.com. There will be a Celebration of Life at Baldwin Brother Cremation Society, Port Orange, on April 16, 2025 (time TBA) with Interment at Greenwood Cemetery, 320 White Street, Daytona Beach following.
