GARNETT — John W. Forshey, 79, of Garnett passed away the evening of Saturday, May 10, 2025, at his home.
John Wesley Forshey was born on June 27, 1945, to Howard and Juanita (Devine) Forshey in Parsons. He grew up and attended school in Parsons. Following high school, John served in the United States Navy.
After being honorably discharged from military service, John returned to Parsons, where he lived most of his life. From 1965 to 1966, John worked at Deep Rock. He then worked at Sunflower Sales in Galesburg from 1966 to 1968. He worked as a machine operator at TecTank from 1968 until his retirement in 2010.
He enjoyed playing softball, bowling, shooting pool and fishing. His greatest enjoyment came from spending time with his family.
On June 24, 1966, John married Betty Jean Beach. She survives of the home.
He is also survived by his daughter, Tabitha Lundquist (Shawn) of Garnett; his son, Joe Forshey (Julie) of Parsons; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother; and two sisters.
The service will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday, May 16, at Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home in Parsons. Burial will follow at Spring Hill Cemetery in Parsons. The family received friends Thursday night at the funeral home.
The family suggests memorials to Proud Animal Lovers Shelter (PALS). These may be left at or mailed to Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home, P.O. Box 374, Parsons, KS, 67357.
Leave online condolences at www.forbeshoffman.com.
