Bradley Lamar Forrester, 81, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away Tuesday, October 3, at his home after declining health. Mr. Forrester was born in Hall County on December 1, 1941, the son of the late Coley Sellers Forrester and Iona Horton Forrester. He was a coppersmith and sheet metal specialist by profession and belonged to the Baptist faith. He has lived in Lumpkin County for the past 18 years after moving from Gainesville, Georgia.
Mr. Forrester was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Ruby Nell Savage; his brothers, Dr. Charles Forrester, Wayne Forrester and Larry Forrester. He is survived by his sister and brother-in-law, Diane and Jim Latimer of Gainesville; and a number of nieces and nephews.
Mr. Forrester loved the outdoors, where he enjoyed camping, fishing and spending time with his friends. He also enjoyed playing the guitar and studying music. He loved his friends endlessly and was always happy to be with them. His lifelong passion was the love of dogs, especially his dog Bo. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of your choice or to TLC Humane Society, 1735 Red Oak Flats Rd., Dahlonega, GA 30533. Celebration of life is scheduled for October 28, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at Bethel United Methodist Church. 100 Lumpkin Campground Rd. S, Dawsonville, GA 30534. Leaf Cremation of Acworth is overseeing arrangements.
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Obituary posted on Legacy.com by Leaf Cremation of Georgia – Acworth on October 5, 2023.
