Alfred W. Forsyth

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January 24, 2022

Thank you for sharing this beautiful memorial video. I wasn't able to attend in person last year due to a family gathering on my son’s birthday 10/24. Now that I saw the video I feel I was present at the memorial too, such a wonderful, heartwarming... more

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January 24, 2022

I have fond memories of Al. He was a mentor to my late husband, Don Korson, who, as a business man , sought h is advice on many financial issues .
But my fondest memories of Al center around a visit he made with his wife Libby and brother-in-law... more

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January 24, 2022

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January 23, 2022

In honor of Al's birthday today, we're pleased to share this video of his full memorial service.

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Full video of Al Forsyth's memorial on October 24, 2021.

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Patricia Forsyth Happy birthday in Heaven Alfred! You are missed dearly by all. Love Forever Patti Forsyth ❤️❤️❤️
- January 24, 2022

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October 27, 2021

Thank you for everything Alfred. You are dearly missed by my family in Kenya and in the U.S. You live on vividly in the counsel you provided us; the joyful times you shared with us; and the healing you spoke and wrote to us while we were in our troubled... more

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October 26, 2021

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October 26, 2021

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We put this slideshow together for Al's memorial. It’s the story of his incredibly rich life through photographs, set to the soundtrack of one of his favorite films, Cinema Paradiso, which reminded him of his childhood in Grenada where he would sneak into...

October 24, 2021

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October 24, 2021 · via iPhone

Uncle Alfred, I am so glad that I had the opportunity to meet you. Hearing the wonderful memories of you today warmed my heart. I wish I could rewind the hands of time so our time together could have been longer. Rest easy Uncle. We will meet again. 💖

Uncle Alfred, I am so glad that I had the opportunity to meet you. Hearing the wonderful memories of you today warmed my heart. I wish I could rewind the hands of time so our time together could have been longer. Rest easy Uncle. We will meet again.

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October 24, 2021 · via iPhone

Sending all the Forsyth family all the love and warm thoughts for Al on his journey. Al was always so special and the warmth he gave off made anyone feel at ease. The wisdom and advice I received during my time on St. Mark’s I will hold with me... more

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October 24, 2021 · via mobile

Uncle Alfred you will forever be in my heart and I will cherish our times together. RIP Uncle

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October 24, 2021

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October 24, 2021

Uncle Alfred - Wise, generous spirit. A warm expansive presence that was always so welcoming. Brother of my mother Alina.

We first met when my mother took us to visit on the graduation of my oldest daughter Tonya in New York. His embrace of our... more

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October 24, 2021 · via iPhone

Sending you all much love today! Al was a truly special man- with a heart of gold- who made everyone who came into his house feel special and valued. I remember one of my first visits with the kids and without Harlan he took me out to breakfast- it was... more

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October 24, 2021

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October 23, 2021 · via iPhone

Al was a great influence in my life, a sage, a guru, a father figure and a philosopher. He was one of the few people who knew my father well, so when I sought advice from him, regarding family challenges, he was uniquely positioned to give advice. As the... more

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October 23, 2021

When we first arrived in the US, we met Al’s wonderful family. We recall getting invitations to Al and Libby’s home to celebrate traditions that we had never experienced, such as the Superbowl and the X-mas tree trimming party. On all of those... more

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October 23, 2021

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October 23, 2021

It is so nice to read all these stories of how Al lived in and loved the world around him and made many friends along the way. What beautiful photos as well! I must have been about 8 years old when Priscilla introduced me to her family and, like most... more

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October 22, 2021 · via iPhone

I’m so grateful to have known Al. He was my teacher at F.I.T. and then later a friend in the neighborhood. And most recently a great friend helping me through a chapter in life. I feel so lucky to have had a seat at his table.

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October 22, 2021 · via mobile

Prayers going up. RIP Grandad. I love you

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October 21, 2021

I met Al in the early 70's, around '74 or '75 when he and Libby bought the house on St Marks Place where I had an apartment. I immediately liked them and soon felt a strong connection with their young family. Jessica was just a toddler when they moved in... moreI met Al in the early 70's, around '74 or '75 when he and Libby bought the house on St Marks Place where I had an apartment. I immediately liked them and soon felt a strong connection with their young family. Jessica was just a toddler when they moved in and Priscilla wasn't born yet. Al was always around to help when things needed to be done or repaired and I enjoyed learning about the history of the house and neighborhood from him. When he went away for business he sometimes sent a post card to the tenants, so we knew he was out of town and who to contact. And he had the most beautiful handwriting! As time went on, I felt Al and Libby were more friends than landlords - we would go to each other's parties and get to know each other's friends. I went to several birthday parties for Al, the last being his 90th and I always was amazed at how young and agile he looked. He was always extremely knowledgeable about politics, and I learned a lot from discussing the latest current events with him. Al's sophisticated and sometimes cynical take on things never hampered his warm and kindly nature, especially when pointing out my frequent naïveté.
I will never forget the day I moved to Chelsea in 1994 and my bittersweet feelings about leaving my St. Marks home after over 25 years there. Al stayed with the movers while I waited in my new apartment and let me know when they were on their way. That evening my doorbell rang and I got a large and beautiful flower arrangement from Al and Libby with the inscription " You always have a home at St. Marks Place". I must be the only person in NYC who had such a wonderful relationship with their landlords! Through the years we stayed friends, still going to each other's parties, still talking politics. I loved watching Al playing with his grandkids and seeing how much they adored him.
The last time I saw him was in 2019 when I was following a parade on St. Marks and saw him at the window. Thought we would get together in 2020 but COVID intervened.
I am so sorry to hear of Al's passing. My heart goes out to his lovely family in this sad time. Al was a remarkable, smart, sweet, and kind man and he will be severely missed by all who knew him. less

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October 20, 2021

My deepest condolences, love, and prayers ❤️🙏
Al was a true role model, confidant, adviser, and great supporter. I will always carry his influence and wise words of advice with me through life.

My deepest condolences, love, and prayers ❤️

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October 20, 2021

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October 19, 2021

Dearest Al -
I first met you on a visit to New York City with my brother Daniel, your future son-in-law.
As I walked into the early morning setting of you at the kitchen table in that wide open sun-lit kitchen you emanated such a friendly, welcoming... more

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October 19, 2021

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October 19, 2021

Our hearts go out to you, the lovely Forsyth family, so sorry for your loss. Al will be missed by many. He was and is such a wonderful person, kind, intelligent, loyal and wise. I feel blessed and lucky that Al was my friend for more than 5 decades. A... more

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October 19, 2021

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October 19, 2021

Al's voice always put a smile on my face! He has undoubtedly brightened the afterlife, as he did on earth. Our love and condolences to the Forsyth family.

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October 19, 2021

October 18, 2021

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October 18, 2021

My memories of Al all take place in the belly of the Forsyth home, where he and Libby constantly hosted Priscilla and Jessica's friends, welcoming us as though we were family. Al showed us what a devoted father and husband looks like, and the entire... more

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October 18, 2021

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October 18, 2021

Dearest Al, now you can talk further in heaven with your friend Errol Sawyer, photographer, who passed away December 24, 2020.
We are sending loving thoughts to your family from Amsterdam. You will be missed but not forgotten by Mathilde Fischer & Victor Sawyer.