John David Forbes Jr. passed away on October 31, 2023 at the age of 44. He was a beloved son, brother, and uncle.

He was born January 4, 1979, in Atlanta, GA, the son of Rev. John D. Forbes, Sr. and Diane Snow Forbes.

John came to faith in Christ at a young age and was baptized by his father Pastor John Forbes. He graduated from Elbert County Comprehensive High School. He worked for the Home Depot Corporation for almost 20 years earning many awards and acknowledgements for his service to the company. He was an avid fisherman and spent many years fishing with his family in Outer Banks, NC. He loved spending this time with his family each year.

John was never happier than when he was cheering on the Georgia Bulldogs and Atlanta Braves. We spent many wonderful days at Atlanta Fulton County Stadium, Turner Field, and Truist Park. John loved making others happy and was always willing to lend a hand.

He is survived by his parents: Rev. John & Dianne Forbes; sister & brother-in-law: Sarah & Payman Bakhtiyar; niece: Soraya Bakhtiyar; and other family members and friends.

A Celebration of John's Life will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, December 2, 2023 at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in Lavonia. The family will receive friends at the church from 12:00 p.m. until the service. In lieu of flowers the family respectfully requests that donations be made to Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, 250 Pleasant Grove Road, Lavonia, GA 30553.

Strickland Funeral Home of Lavonia is in charge of the arrangements. To sign the online guest register please visit stricklandfh.com.