Obituary of Catherine Forbes (née Calvank)

Forbes, Catherine "Kay"

It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Catherine "Kay" Forbes (née Calvank) on Tuesday, February 5, 2019 at the tender age of 87, surrounded by her family. Predeceased by her parents, Angus Calvank and Sarah Miller, brothers, James Calvank and Dougie Calvank (Diane). Beloved wife of the late Clarence Forbes. She leaves behind her 3 children, Kevin, Ian (Abir) and Karen Sauvé (Mario), 4 grandchildren; Megan, Jeremy, Michael and Jessie, her brother, Keith Calvank (Maureen) and her sister, Barbara (late Al Kaukanen) along with many nieces and nephews. Catherine was a loving woman that always brightened everyone’s day, never wanting to bother anyone but always ready to help in any way she could. She will be truly missed by all. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Kay's Life on Friday, February 8, 2019 from 7 to 9 pm at the St. John's Anglican Church Hall 5845 Hwy 34, Vankleek Hill. In memory of Kay, a donation to your favourite charity would be appreciated .The family would like to thank Bayshore Homecare, St-Elizabeth Health Care and especially the Hawkesbury and District General Hospital for their excellent care and compassion. To express your condolences, make a donation or plant a “Tree of Remembrance” for Catherine, please visit www.hillcrestfuneralhome.ca Funeral arrangements entrusted to Hillcrest Funeral Home Ltd. 151 Bond Street, Vankleek Hill, ON K0B 1R0 (866) 678-2001.