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Jane Forrest Obituary

Jane Forrest

Aiken - Dr. Jane Lynne Forrest, 79, passed away Wednesday, December 31, 2025.

Jane was born in Pennsylvania, daughter of the late Robert Forrest, Jr. and Margaret Mae Hinkel Forrest. She was a prominent surgical ENT in Rochester, NH for many years, and retired to Aiken, SC.

Jane is survived by her sister, Dawn Marie Forrest Hoffman, Lititz, PA; three nephews Zachary, Nicholas, and Mitchell; as well as a great niece, Harper, of East Petersburg. PA

A Celebration of Life for Jane will be held at 4:00 PM, Thursday, January 8, 2026, at Shellhouse Funeral Home. The family will remain after the service to receive friends until 6:00 PM.

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Published by The Aiken Standard on Jan. 7, 2026.

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PATRICIA A. BLAKE-BRODERICK

January 14, 2026

Dr Forrest made a big impression on me with the way she treated young children. It made them not afraid to have treatment. Later I had the pleasure of working with her. I'm sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers. The world lost a great Doctor and person on Dec 31st. RIP my friend

Darci Davis

January 11, 2026

RIP Jane

John B

January 8, 2026

I had the pleasure to work with Dr Forest on a re-working of her therapy area at Huggins. She was an amazing ENT doctor

Mary V

January 7, 2026

I was deeply saddened to hear of Jane´s passing. She was not only a wonderful boss but also a true friend. Her kindness, guidance, and unwavering support made a lasting impact on everyone who had the privilege of working with her and knowing her. She will be greatly missed and always remembered.

Lynne Melchior (Blanscet)

January 7, 2026

To Dawn and beloved family members: Janie was a valued friend who lived her life her way. So proud of her accomplishments over the years, but more importantly, her caring for others was what made her so special. She gave much more to others than she ever received herself. She never discussed her losses, her sad moments, and was determined to focus on that which she enjoyed and gave her happiness. I will always treasure these last few years when we were finally able to spend time by phone, and hoped we could have been able to visit again in person. Sadly, she was quietly gone. Her memory will always stay in my heart. Bless the family. She was a wonderful contribution to our lives too.

Heidi

January 7, 2026

She was my doctor when I was very young. So sad to hear of her passing. She is always remembered.

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