Al Forster III, 54

Albert “Al” F. Forster III, husband of Jeanette L. (Garrow) Forster, passed away on Thursday, January 27, 2022, at Reading Hospital.

Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Albert F. Forster Jr. and Elizabeth Ann (Blizzard) Forster.

Al was a proud Eagle Scout. He enjoyed building model airplanes, had an interest in Military history, and loved anything involving cars. He liked going to car shows and working on them. Al was a member of South Birdsboro Archery and Gun Club. He really loved to cook and spend time with his family and friends. He was a very generous man and would do anything for anybody. Al loved watching his kids play sports.

Surviving along with his wife Jeanette of 24 years, are his children Madalynne Forster, Keith Forster, and Kevin Forster; sister Susan Bland, wife of Malcolm; nephews Garrett Bland, Cullen Bland, and Richard Garrow III; mother and father-in-laws Richard and Lynne (Tillotson) Garrow; brother and sister-in-laws Richard Garrow II and Katherine (Lynch) Garrow.

A memorial service will be held on Thursday, February 3, 2022, at 11:00AM at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church (548 Old Swede Rd., Douglassville, PA 19518) with Pastor Frye officiating. Visitation will also be held on Thursday, February 3, 2022, from 9:00-11:00AM at the church. Burial will be held privately by the family.

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I had the opportunity to work with Al for a short


We had the opportunity to work with Al for a short period when we worked at IPR. He was a true professional - diligent, loyal, eager to help and learn. He spoke regularly of his family and always had a smile on his face.
Our prayers and sympathies to his family
Deirdre and Mark Cochran

~ Deirdre Cochran
2/2/2022 1:32:05 PM

I’m so incredibly sorry to hear this and for the loss of a wonderful man/father. My thoughts and prayers are with you Jeannette , Maddy, Keith, and Kevin!

~ Angela Pottstown, PA
2/2/2022 10:11:03 AM

so very sorry for your loss?

~ Donna Quinn Philadelphia, PA
2/2/2022 9:58:52 AM

Jeannette- I am so sorry for your loss. I just don’t have the words ….

~ Camille DeMarco
2/1/2022 8:55:24 PM

Kevin, Jeanette and family, thoughts and prayers are with you from your scouting family. It takes a special person to be missed by so many.......

~ Boy Scout Troop 597
2/1/2022 7:40:46 PM

To the kindest family I have ever had the privilege of knowing; I am so sorry for your loss and I know he is watching over each and every one of you and will be your guardian angel through everything. You have my love and support forever ??

~ Emily Vassallo
2/1/2022 2:07:23 PM

Condolences to the family. So very sad. He attended all the soccer games for his daughter.

~ Leslie Stevenson
2/1/2022 1:58:33 PM

Besides being a great team member, Al always made us laugh as he was able to find humor in every situation. Please know that many of us are thinking of you, Maddie, Keith and Kevin at this time of sorrow. May you find strength and peace.

~ Dorie Juhasz
2/1/2022 12:53:38 PM

We are so sorry for you loss. We are praying for you and your family. May God give you comfort and peace until you meet again.

~Moms for Liberty, Berks Chapter Family

~ Jackie Bridges
2/1/2022 10:10:16 AM

Al was the sweetest husband and Dad.
We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, The DeCray Family.

~ The DeCray Family Douglassville, PA
2/1/2022 9:37:18 AM

I am shocked by this news and my heart breaks for you, Jeanette and for your family, especially Kevin. You’re in my prayers, asking God to comfort all of you during this most painful and difficult time.

~ Kelly Held
2/1/2022 8:37:44 AM

My deepest condolences for your loss Jeanette. Praying for you and the rest of your family.

~ Sherry Young
2/1/2022 7:29:33 AM

Al was an incredibly kind soul and a consummate professional. Our trips to Reading were long and sometimes stressful, but Al always lessened that burden when we arrived. Calm and reliable yet always hopeful and accommodating, you knew your data was in good hands with Al. We will miss him dearly and our thoughts are with the Forster family.

When we meet again - we still owe you that 6 pack for the January outage, among all the others!

~ Jon Gaynor Evesham, NJ
1/31/2022 11:35:48 PM

My deepest sympathy. So very sorry

~ Dennis Engle
1/31/2022 7:58:15 PM

To the most amazing man one could ever meet in his lifetime!!!

Hey Al,

If you're reading this, this is your time to shine!!!

What can any of us say besides God's honest truth about you. You had a glowing smile that was contagious!!!

You made amazing foods for us all and loved to show us how it was made, since you missed your true calling as a master chef!!!

You're making me cry and I only cry when I miss and love that person I'm writing about who will never again grace this earth, but knowing you, you'll come back in a Ford and even have a car named after you like the Ford Forster F354 in your honor kind sir!

I never thought our last meet up at Morton's Steakhouse would be our last, but I'm grateful we got to speak to one another more than we've ever done this last go around and laughed like we were kids again!!! Those Christmas pics Jeanette took were priceless under the tree in the mall.

Anyhow, you know me by now and you know you're leaving such a wonderful and caring family behind that will have a very difficult time without you, but we are here with them now more than ever and we will not let them fail, you hear me???

WE LOVE THEM ?? ? ?? ?? ??

AND I LOVE YOU!!!

~ Samuel Eitan Cohen Robbinsville Township, NJ
1/31/2022 12:49:30 PM

Oh how you'll be missed, Al. You came from - and created - a wonderful family, and they, along with all who got to know you along the way, were blessed to have you in their lives. Your genuine smile and deep laughter will be memories well-cherished.

~ Pam Cohen Robbinsville, NJ
1/31/2022 12:09:36 PM

Thank you for being a true professional and making my job easier every month thanks to your prompt responses. Rest in Peace Al.

~ Michael Cuello
1/31/2022 11:58:47 AM

Jeanette, Maddy, Keith, Kevin, Susan and extended family and friends of Al. My heart aches and I am extremely saddened and in disblief. I only can pray in time the the memories will help ease the pain. He will be remembered by me with his everlasting smile. Such a kind hearted man. RIP with your family that has past before you, Al.

~ Pat Williams Levittown, PA
1/31/2022 11:31:34 AM