Glenn William Forester

Glenn William Forester, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 80 on Sunday, February 18, 2024, at the Alexandria Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Alexandria. Born on August 4, 1943, in Washington, D.C., Glenn was the beloved son of Robert and Margaret (Dell) Forester. He was a proud Montgomery Blair High School graduate and served his country with distinction as an MP in the US Army in Germany.

Glenn found love and companionship in Christine Melnick, whom he married on September 18, 1971, in Baltimore, Maryland. His professional life was dedicated to a career in sales, where he was known for his charismatic personality and unwavering integrity.

Glenn’s life was rich with the love of his family. He is survived by his devoted wife, Christine, and their three children: Glenn M. Forester and wife Leslie Arnold of Alexandria, Virginia; Kate Forester of South Riding, Virginia; and Jason Forester and wife Sherry of Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. He was a doting grandfather to William, Colette, Lola, and Conrad, who will miss his warmth and wisdom. Glenn was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Robert (Bob) Forester.

Please join us as we come together to honor and celebrate Glenn’s life on Saturday, March 9, at 3:00 pm at the Arcola United Methodist Church in  Aldie, Virginia.  In keeping with his love for nature, a private burial will occur at Camp Highroad EcoEternity Forest.

Glenn’s kindness extended beyond his family. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in his honor to Capital Caring Health (capitalcaring.org/donate) or the American Diabetes Association.