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Ernest James Forbes

Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 11:22 AM

By Holly Stover

Ernest James Forbes, age 68, of Monett, Missouri

Ernest James Forbes, age 68, of Monett, Missouri passed away Friday, January 20, 2023 at Mercy Hospital Cassville in Cassville, Missouri.

He was born May 19, 1954 in Paw Paw, Michigan the son of Ernest Edward and Mabel Louise (Allen) Forbes, who preceded him in death.

Surviving are two daughters, Cindy Morgan and Kandy Black; three sons, Andrew Forbes, Kyle Forbes and Brian Forbes and three grandchildren, Shenel King, Harley Black and Austin Black.

Ernest was self-employed in retail sales. He enjoyed buying and reselling guns and antiques. Some of his favorite pastimes were fishing, attending flea markets and watching the Cardinals and Chiefs play.

Private services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville.

Visit www.fohnfuneralhome.com for online obituaries, guestbook and private condolences

FOHN FUNERAL HOME

Cassville, Missouri

417-847-2141

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