Forbes, Freida Margaret

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Freida Margaret Forbes (nee Barclay) passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at Bluewater Health Sarnia at the age of 97. Freida was a strong, proud woman who enjoyed a remarkably long life which she lived to its fullest.  Family was the centre of her life and she always enjoyed celebrations with friends and family. She remains a beautiful lasting light in our lives, forever remaining in our hearts. Freida is the beloved wife of the late John Forbes (1967).  She is predeceased by her parents Edna & Fred Barclay and daughter Donna Stewart, 2016 (Frank).  She is also predeceased by her brother Donald Barclay (Seattle, Washington) and sisters Helen and Shirley Barclay (Niagara Falls, ON). Freida is survived by sister Marilyn Watson (Doug) of Oregon, daughter,  Patricia Latner (Brad) of London and son James Forbes (Maureen) of Sarnia and son-in-law Frank Stewart also of Sarnia. Freida was the proud grandmother to Jaime Latner of Toronto, Larissa Stewart (Jeremy) of Sarnia, Calla Nicol (Owen) of Mooretown, Kevin Forbes (Kimberly) of Sarnia, Brent Forbes of Barrie, and Erica Forbes of Sarnia.  The grandchildren had great love and respect for Freida, and they carry her memory in their hearts. She also was graced with having 7 great grandchildren to love and enjoy. Cremation has taken place and a private graveside service is scheduled. Remembrances and condolences may be expressed to the family online in “Freida’s Guestbook” at mccormackfuneralhomesarnia.com. In following Freida’s wishes expressions of sympathy can be made to Sarnia Organ Donor Awareness or the St. Joseph’s Hospice Sarnia or charity of your choice.