Rosemarie Forest

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Rosemarie “Rosie” Forest, on May 8, 2026. Rosie was born on September 12, 1952, in Greenwich, where she was raised, and spent her life caring for the community she loved so deeply.

Rosie dedicated her entire career to nursing, a profession that perfectly reflected her compassionate, selfless spirit. She spent her life caring for others and was still doing what she loved until the time of her passing. She provided comfort, compassion, and love for her patients at Nathaniel Witherell in Greenwich for over 30 years. Her kindness, warmth, and unwavering dedication touched countless patients, families, friends, and colleagues throughout her many years of service.

Outside of work, Rosie had a deep love for travel, needlepoint and the beach. She explored destinations in many countries, though she often said her favorite place was the Greek Isles, whose beauty brought her immense joy. Closer to home, she cherished time spent at Tod's Point, where she was often one of the first people there in the early morning hours, enjoying the quiet tranquility of the beach.

Rosie was predeceased by her parents, Walter “Tom” Forest and Rose Scott Forest. She also endured tremendous losses in the past year with the passing of her beloved sisters, Dede Forest, and Margaret “Penny” Sirbono.

She is survived by her brother, Walter Forest, sister-in-law Pat Forest; her brother-in-law, James “Bud” Sirbono; and her cherished nieces, Tracey Sirbono, Leighann Latham (her husband Mark), Kristen Smigelski (her husband Frank), and Dineen Forest. She also survived by and deeply loved her great-nieces and great-nephews — Ryan, Avery, Brett, Matt, Alexia, Ella, and Dylan all of whom brought endless happiness to her life. Also cherishing her memory is her lifelong friend of more than 60 years, Richard Schinto, whose friendship and companionship meant so much to her throughout her life.

Rosie will be remembered for her generous heart, her infectious laugh, her love of family, and the compassion she showed to everyone, fortunate enough to know her. Her legacy of kindness and caring will live on in the many lives she touched. The family will hold a private celebration of Rosie’s life.