Ola Mae Forbes

Ola "Mae" Forbes, aged 80, passed away on October 19, 2024, in Helena, Alabama. Born on June 4, 1944, she lived a full and vibrant life enriched by her passions and the love of her family.

Mae is survived by her devoted husband, Robert E. Forbes; daughters, Donna B. Corbin, Anita B. Melton, and Kim Keene (Roger); stepdaughter, Jennifer Watts (Ricky); grandchildren, Kevin Corbin, Meagan Daw (Matt), Morgan Melton, Paeton Keene, Kassidy Watts, and Logan Watts; and sisters, Joan Carr, Debra Cooper (Tim), Connie Griffin (Randall), and Sandra Olson (Dan), and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother, Flora Roberts, and her grandparents, Mabel and Warren Andrew Cain.

Throughout her life, Mae was known for her love of cooking, gardening, antique shopping, and her cherished dogs, Ellie, Pebbles, Sissy and Shadow. These hobbies brought great joy to her life and allowed her to connect with others who shared her interests.

Her memory will be cherished by all who knew her, as she leaves behind a legacy of warmth, generosity, and a deeply rooted sense of family.

Visitation will be held at Currie-Jefferson Funeral Home in Hoover, Alabama on Friday, October 25, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. with a funeral service following directly after.