Debi Forst
- November 23, 1952 - February 12, 2012
- Port Charlotte, Florida
of Debi's Passing
- In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Debi Forst Foundation, which is set to help children with leukemia, at P.O. Box 380418, Murdock FL 33938.
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“Miss Debbie took are of my sons Christopher and Matthew when she owned Wee Care Day Care. She always had such a wonderful smile on her face even...Read More »
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1 of 40 | Posted by: Deanna and Billy Ramseur - FL
“I am so very sorry for you loss. Stephanie is my oldest friend and I have known her mom for 20+ years.....she was a great lady for sure......
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2 of 40 | Posted by: michele - north port, FL
“Courtney, Brandon, Stephanie, & Bob. We are so sorry for your loss. When I heard the news I was devistated... She was such a beautiful person. We...Read More »
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3 of 40 | Posted by: Jo & Art Wilcoxon - Lake Placid , FL
“Miss Debi, cared for my children over 25 years ago. I think of her often and always will. She will be missed by so many.
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4 of 40 | Posted by: Linda Cordair (formerly Zimmerman) - CA
“Debi touched my family in many ways. With her beautiful smile, voice, and kind heart. Debi was one of the strongest and devoted people I have ever...Read More »
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5 of 40 | Posted by: PATTI BYRSKI-GROSS - PUNTA GORDA, FL
“Brandon, Courtney, Stephanie, Scott and Bob, although we never met, my condolences to all of you for your loss. I have so many memories of Debi as...Read More »
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6 of 40 | Posted by: Julie Nipper (Moore) - Cape Coral, FL
“We were saddened to hear that Debi lost her battle, but she will no longer suffer and will now shine on in everyone's memories. We wish to extend...Read More »
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7 of 40 | Posted by: Joe & Lorrie Tanksley - FL
“May Your Memories Bring You Comfort...there will always be a special place in our hearts where we can find comfort in the treasured thoughts of those...Read More »
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8 of 40 | Posted by: Sandy & Jerry Huling - FL
“Hello Bob, Brandon, Courtney and Stephanie
I am writing to extend my deepest sympathies to you and your family. I was very sad to hear about Debi...Read More »
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9 of 40 | Posted by: Ulli (Ulrike Zils, Germany)
“We are so sorry to hear about Debi. Our hearts go out to you. Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers. May God send extra...Read More »
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10 of 40 | Posted by: Jackie Goodchild & Family - FL
“Bob:
Sorry for the loss of your lovely wife, Debi. She was a wonderful person.
You now have your very own Angel with you always.
Charlene...Read More »
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11 of 40 | Posted by: Charlene Gardner - Pt Charlotte, FL
“Our thoughts and prayers are with you Bob and your family may Debi remain your hearts and memories always.
with our most deepest sympathies,
Hope...Read More »
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12 of 40 | Posted by: Hope Petkus - Punta Gorda, FL
“Bob, I am so sorry for your loss. May you and your family find peace and strength in your memories of Debi. God Bless you all.
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13 of 40 | Posted by: Societe Caponette - FL
“I am so sorry to hear of Debi's passing. I had the opportunity to meet Debi when I helped out at her center a couple of times. Debi was such a warm...Read More »
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14 of 40 | Posted by: Debbie Evangelista - North Port, FL
“Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very sad time. David and I were blessed to have known Debi and her joyful spirit. That...Read More »
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15 of 40 | Posted by: Liz Jarvis - Port Charlotte, FL
“We are sorry for the passing of your mom. Debi was a special person, and touched the lives of many people. I first met her over 3 decades ago, and...Read More »
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16 of 40 | Posted by: Mary Knuttel - North Port, FL
“My deepest sympathy to Bob and the entire family. My heart shattered when I heard of Debi's passing. What an awesome woman! We were privileged to...Read More »
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17 of 40 | Posted by: The Combs Family - FL - friend
“Bob, Scott, Brandon, Courtney and Stephanie, my heart and prayers go out to you at this unbievable time of sorrow. May God Bless you all and hold...Read More »
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18 of 40 | Posted by: Wanda Sapp - Port Charlotte, FL
“I still find it hard to believe that Debi is gone. She was truly a beautiful person, inside and out, and her kindness and dedication to my children...Read More »
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19 of 40 | Posted by: Kristy Johnson and family - FL
“always had a smile and a cheery hello for everyone she meets. Rest in the Arms of Jesus, Debbie.
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20 of 40 | Posted by: Avril Lloyd - Port Charlotte, FL
“Debi was such an asset to the child care community. She was professional, committed, and involved. She was always a hands on person in her businesses...Read More »
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21 of 40 | Posted by: Suzi Jamrog - Port Charlotte, FL
“Having worked for Debi in the 1980's I know her positive effect on children, parents and employees. She will be missed by many people. Ralph's and...Read More »
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22 of 40 | Posted by: Ralph and Willa Googe - FL
“My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
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23 of 40 | Posted by: Linda Martin - Punta Gorda, FL
“One of the last times I remember seeing Debi we were both at the park with our granddaughters...we watched them play while we talked and hugged and...Read More »
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24 of 40 | Posted by: Sandra Breden - FL
“My deepest love and sympathy go out to the family. I will sooooo miss that beautiful smile and the warmth and comfort felt in Debi's presence. Most...Read More »
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25 of 40 | Posted by: Wanda Sapp - Port Charlotte, FL
“I was so sad to hear of Debi's passing she was such an inspiration to so many children and their parents.She was such an important part of my son...Read More »
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26 of 40 | Posted by: Linda Malecha - Austin, AR
“My Prayers go out to Debi's family.
I worked with Debi many years ago
at the WeeCare DayCare. I will never
forget the great times we all had. The...Read More »
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27 of 40 | Posted by: Pat Stoltz (Miss Pat) - FL
“My condolences to the family and friends of Debi. May you find comfort in knowing that there is an Angel in heaven watching over you. Debi is with...Read More »
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28 of 40 | Posted by: Wendy C - FL - Friend in Christ
“Debi was one of the best, most wonderful friends I have ever had. We raised our children together, cheered together, sang together, played together,...Read More »
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29 of 40 | Posted by: Judy Parr Lynch - Port Charlotte, FL
“Oh, Bob! We are so sorry to hear of Debi's passing. We remember meeting her with you at Sharkey's on the beach, and we were so glad to know that...Read More »
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30 of 40 | Posted by: Debbie and Bob Cortes - FL
“Bob
My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
I am so sorry to hear this.
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31 of 40 | Posted by: Pam F - FL
“I only know of Debbie through her daughter, Stephanie, and know that she must have been a special person to have raised the special daughter that she...Read More »
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32 of 40 | Posted by: Steven Barefield - St Petersburg, FL
“Debi,
Thank you for your contagious smiles and laughter and for taking wonderful care of my children at Joyful Noise's summer camps. I always loved...Read More »
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33 of 40 | Posted by: Angie Taillon - Punta Gorda, FL
“I remember when her children were young and attending Meadow Park. I didn't teach any of her children, but I remember hearing the stories. For...Read More »
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34 of 40 | Posted by: Eileen Kachmar - Punta Gorda, FL
“We are saddened to hear about Debi. We only knew her for a short time. Debi had a big heart & will be missed. We will keep her family in our prayers...Read More »
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35 of 40 | Posted by: Susie & Bob Marshall - FL
“I met Mrs. Forst in 2010 when I was searching for a preschool for my daughter Kendra. Debi was so gracious and open and I immediately knew I wanted...Read More »
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36 of 40 | Posted by: Bethany Jackomin - North Port, FL
“I met Debi when one of my childcare children moved to Debi's Child care facility. She was very warm and friendly when I went to the center to see...Read More »
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37 of 40 | Posted by: Kathy Castronova - Port Charlotte, FL
“Our wishes and prayer to the family.
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38 of 40 | Posted by: Rosemarie Patton- MorningStar Child Care Center - FL
“Debi will be greatly missed. We have enjoyed sharing thoughts and ideas from our school to hers. She was a great resource and truly devoted to the...Read More »
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39 of 40 | Posted by: Academy of Little Achievers - FL
“Our prayers are with Bob and the family. We will miss Deb's smile and her beautiful singing voice. Deb's life touch many people. It was our...Read More »
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40 of 40 | Posted by: Frank and Jacque Ross - FL
Debi Forst, 59, went home to be with the Lord on February 12, 2012 at Moffitt Cancer Center surrounded by the love of her family and friends. Debi will be remembered for her loving spirit and the devotion she showed during the 30 plus years she cared for and educated children. Most recently she was co-owner and director of Children's Christian Center in Port Charlotte. She was also director of Joyful Noise Learning Center which she started at Pilgrim Church. Many will remember her from her early days at WeeCare DayCare. But her most precious job of all, was Grammy to Hailey and Drew.
She will be greatly missed by her husband, Bob, her children, Brandon, Courtney and Stephanie and their father Scott, her grandchildren Hailey and Drew, and her best friends Lisa and Jeannie. Her siblings Mike, Patty, Steve, Sharon and Joe will all miss her dearly.
Visitations will be held Thursday, February 16th from 6-8PM at Roberson Funeral Home, Port Charlotte and a celebration of her life will be held on Friday, February 17th at 11AM at Pilgrim United Church of Christ , Rampart Blvd. Port Charlotte.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Debi Forst Foundation, which is set to help children with leukemia, at P.O. Box 380418, Murdock FL 33938.
Friends may also visit online at www.robersonfh.com to sign the memory book and extend condolences to the family or to share special moments you have had with Debi during her rich, fulfilling Christian life. Arrangements by Roberson Funeral Home & Crematory Port Charlotte Chapel

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