WEST APPLETON — Forrest R. Brown Sr., 87, of West Appleton, passed away peacefully July 8, 2015, at home surrounded by his family. He was born Aug. 19, 1927, in Lemington, Vt., the son of Frederick and Maude (Emerson) Kendall.

He married the love of his life, Barbara, on Jan. 28, 1953, and they had three children together. Forrest was a farmer, a woodsman, hauled pulpwood and drove truck for many years. He always provided for his family above all else. Forrest was an avid fisherman who loved camping with his family and took pride in his vehicles. He was a private man but wasn't shy and was full of humor and wit. Forrest will be remembered by his children as more than a father but also a best friend.

He was predeceased by his parents; a sister, Janet Crawford; and a brother, Benjamin Kendall. He is survived by his loving wife of almost 63 years, Barbara Brown of West Appleton; his beloved children, Forrest Jr. and Karen Green of Vassalboro, Bernard Brown and Naomi of West Appleton, and Donna Brown and Harold Johnson of West Appleton; his grandchildren, Forrest Alan, William, Valerie, Raymond, Tracy, David, Rachael, Glen, Eric, Wendy, Elvis and Ginger; many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends and family are invited to call Sunday, July 12 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Riposta Funeral Home, 182 Waldo Ave. in Belfast. A graveside service will be held Monday July 13 at 11 a.m. at Morrill Village Cemetery.

Those who wish may make memorial contributions in Forrest's memory to Hospice Volunteers of Waldo County, P.O. Box 772, Belfast, ME 04915.