Jean Forgey

Jean met and fell in love with Benjamin “Benji” Kendrick Forgey Jr., and together they spent most of their life living in Mississippi—building a home and a life shaped by commitment, shared years, and the simple constancy of being there for one another. In later years, she was a resident of North Carolina and Ohio.

Jean will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, whose steady presence and devotion to family shaped the lives of those who knew her best. Her care was expressed in the quiet, enduring ways that make a home feel safe and a family feel held together.

A woman of thoughtful interests, Jean found comfort and enjoyment in reading, puzzles and going out to eat. She enjoyed spending time with others, relaxing, enjoyed watching women’s basketball and the game show channel.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Benjamin Kendrick Forgey Jr.; son, Dale Jerome Forgey; grandson, Daniel George Forgey; and a daughter-in-law, Kathy Forgey.

Jean is survived by her children, Ken (Jodi) Forgey, Remus Forgey, Lori (Richard) Riley; grandchildren, Ben IV, Krista, David, Jody, Amber, Bryan, Michelle, Keshia; great-grandchildren, Benjamin V, Reese, Leo, Rose, Rayleigh, Emery, Brady, Colton, Jade, Val; numerous nieces, nephews, and many other loving family members and friends.

A Time of Remembrance will be 11:00 AM-1:00 PM, Saturday, December 12, 2026 at Berry Highland West, 9913, Sherrill Blvd., Knoxville, TN 37932.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association.