William James "Bill" Forristall

Birth date: Nov 7, 1958 Death date: Sep 27, 2021

William James "Bill" Forristall, age 62, of South Park, formerly of Bowie, Maryland and Fayetteville, North Carolina, passed away suddenly on September 27, 2021 following a brief illness, surrounded by his loving family. Bill is Read Obituary

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Leah Olszewski

42w ago

I just learned, over the weekend, of Bill's passing. I am devastated, heartbroken over this. I was looking up some Pittsburgh options and some of our old messages popped up on my phone. I realized, then, that I had sent a message to Bill via Messenger in June this year and not heard back. Something in me said things were off. Lo and behold, I found his obituary. I met Bill in 2010 (through a mutual Golden Knights friend) and we stayed friends, reconnecting off and on. less as the years went on, understandably so. We had the military and special operations community in common, so we often dished on it, opportunities and more. We also had a love of cats in common. Which says alot about Bill. He didn't need to act tough, he just was. But, as so many have said, he was also a very good man and had a wonderful soul. Just more reason this breaks my heart and the world is worse off without Bill. I remember him sharing photos and stories of his family - I know he loved you all to the moon and back. And I remember when he met Christy and I was so very happy he found a good person and love. He deserved this many times over. I won't ever forget Bill and I hope, one day soon, to pay him a visit there in Pittsburgh. ~ Lolo.

John Macphee

207w ago

My name is John MacPhee (Felix), I was in Tolz with Bill. I grew up in Brighton MA so that was the immediate connection - all Boston sports teams, particularly the Bruins. I was born in Canada and grew up on skates so the \"Frosty\" stories have always been with me. Bill, Pat Conlly (Con Man) from Southie and me from Brighton had our own little clique and honestly, I don't remember a lot of it but I know we had a good time when we were together. Bill would fight at the drop of a hat but also give you the shirt off his back! I ran into him years later at Bragg and again I know we had a good time but I don't remember much of that time either (LOL). We always promised to stay in touch, but life gets in the way of life. I'll always remember him - he made everyone he knew better. Our prayers are with all of you in his family and I'm tipping one back for him right now! God bless!

Willis Williams

208w ago

Bill and I bought a Cessna 152 together. He was learning to fly. Bill was a great man and soldier.

John Griffin

209w ago

I am a former fellow SF medic who served with Bill in 10th SFGA in the late 70s and early 80s before my attendance at OCS. Bill and I played a LOT of “Hawkey” together on the Ft. Devens team before he left for the Knights. I eventually made it to Bragg where I played on the Bragg team for the better part of eight years. I’m surmising the Knights schedule curtailed any thoughts by Bill of playing at Bragg. He was a very good hockey player at Devens. It should be mentioned that his uncle John was a team trainer for the Boston Bruins during the Bobby Orr era / two Stanley Cups that Boston won in 70 and 72. Very very saddened to hear of Bill’s passing. Condolences to his wife and family from a fellow hockey teammate / SF medic. Sincerest Regards, John M. Griffin, MAJ SF, RET.

David Bieler

209w ago

I known you since we were kids, nothing but great memories growing up playing hockey on the pond or in the rink. Prayers for you and your family

Robert J & Susan Richardson & Sons

209w ago

With our sorrow and sympathies from the Richardson family -Bob and Susan, Jim, John, Fred, and Andrew.

Dennis & Sandy Eckart

209w ago

Bill's indomitable spirit was very much a part of the Forristall spirit which is so evident to all of us who have worked with You over the years. We are grateful for his service, example and accomplishments of which You and Your Family are so justifiably proud. As Your colleagues from The Hill we share your grief in Your loss but are confident that the spirit of the memories You have will help sustain You going forward. Our Thoughts and Prayers are with You and Your Family. Dennis & Sandy Eckart

Jen, Chuck, Ben, Delaney Zach And Jack

209w ago

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss... Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

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209w ago

We are all with you in spirit, with love and deepest sympathy, Jackie, Mary, Billy, Anne Marie, Paul, Robert, Tommy And Jimmy OBrien

Kent Bolster \"Hauptmann\" A-034

209w ago

This bouquet, aptly reflects the many mornings spent in the bush with you brother. You will be missed. God Bless your entire family. Our condolences.

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