Forrest K. Werner
June 24, 1992 - March 10, 2015
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Forrest K. Werner
June 24, 1992 - March 10, 2015
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Forrest Kingsbury Werner IV
Forrest Kingsbury Werner IV was born June 24, 1992, and died on March 10, 2015. Born and raised in San Juan Capistrano, Forrest heard the call of the nearby ocean at an early age. His love of the water became a theme in his life. Whether he was boating, surfing or competing in high school water polo or swimming, he was at peace around the water. When it came time to think of college and a major, he headed to Sonoma State University to earn a degree in Environmental Studies with an Emphasis in Water Quality.
Forrest was a dedicated Orange County Life Guard, progressing from being a Junior Life Guard to a supervisor of the OCJG program. He was named Junior Life Guard Instructor of the Year in 2014. He graduated from Capistrano Valley High School in 2010, where he was co-captain of the water polo team. During that time he traveled with the team to Hungary and Hawaii. Forrest graduated from Sonoma State University, summa cum laude, in 2014, where he was an active triathlete and served as president of the Triathlon Club.
He was a dedicated reader and particularly enjoyed fantasy fiction. One of the highlights of his past summer was attending Comic-Con in San Diego.
A consummate athlete, Forrest earned a Second Degree Black Belt in Karate, and has always been dedicated to physical fitness. He was strong and often quiet, a deep thinker, a hard worker and talented in more ways than he would ever admit.
Forrest is survived by his father Forrest Werner III, mother Tracy Vranicar Werner, sisters Whitney and Haley, and brother Hayden. He is also survived by his grandparents, Forrest Jr. and Jane Werner, and Pat and Frank Vranicar, as well as many aunts, uncles and cousins – all of whom love him dearly.
A paddle out in Forrest’s honor will take place Sunday, March 15 at 5:30 p.m. at Strands Beach in Dana Point. Meet at the north end of the beach.
A funeral Mass will take place on Monday, March 16, at 11:00 a.m. at Mission Basilica San Juan Capistrano. A reception will follow at El Adobe Restaurant, 31891 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, CA.
Donations in honor of Forrest may be made to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, Orange County (NAMI) at http://www.namioc.org/memorials (Forrest’s memorial page will be set up soon) or to a scholarship fund that has been established for the Orange County Junior Lifeguard program.
40 responses to Forrest K. Werner
Cade Covarrubias says:
March 15, 2015
Forrest was my Instructor in the OCJG program when I was 11 years old, I am now 16 and to this day I am grateful for what Forrest did for me. He taught me not to be afraid of the ocean and to take it by the reins and just go for it, ever since the one day he showed me that when I was scared out of my mind, I haven’t had one fear or doubt, RIP Forrest we all love and miss you, everytime im in the water i think of you, rest in peace , and keep charging up in heaven.
Christina DeSanto says:
March 15, 2015
Although I didn’t know him personally, I adore Cathey and know that anyone related to her MUST be an incredible being. Sending much love and support in this time of reflection. I know he will touch people’s lives forever.
Christina DeSanto
DKG Area X Director
Oceanside, CA
cindy sherrill says:
March 15, 2015
To Forrests Family and Friends:
Forrest touched my son’s life in 2014 Jr. guards class. He was very looked up too and respected. We attended the memorial with other class members. The kids wore their OCJG shirts with his name written in sharpie over their wetsuits. It was beautiful, powerful and very moving. So many lives touched… Please feel our hearts next to yours and may peace be with you…
AJ Schur’s Mother (Cindy Sherrill)
Eddie Marquez says:
March 15, 2015
The hearts and prayers of the Marquez Family go out to the Werner Family. May God be with you and your family during these difficult days. God Be With You Forrest. Although I never met your son, getting to know you through Football Officiating and knowing what a wonderful Family Man and influence to your son you were, I know Forrest K Werner’s light will continue to shine and inspire the many people he touched. This world is a better place because of his Love, Life and teaching!
Much Love and God’s comfort to the Werner’s
Eddie Marquez and Family
jane werner says:
March 15, 2015
Our beloved grandson blessed our lives for 22 years. A picture of our beautiful
young prince will live forever in our hearts.
Grandma Jane and Grandpa Forrest