Forrest Richard Herring

Forrest was born on January 7, 1955, in Elkhart, Kansas, to Frank James Herring and Velma Sue Kennedy. He spent his childhood in Nucla, Colorado, graduating from Nucla High School in 1974, and also lived in Uravan and Naturita, Colorado. Forrest married Evelyn Wescoat on July 26, 1974, in Naturita, Colorado. He was a member of the 10 Ring Gun Club and Tabaguache Archers. Forrest worked as a Geologist for Union Carbide, and was the owner of "The Mustang" and "Yellow Rock Cafe." He also served as the Manager of The Family Market.

Forrest had a deep love for the outdoors, enjoying fishing and hunting. His other hobbies included photography, traveling, and exploring new places. He was dedicated to his community and cherished the people in it.

Forrest is preceded in death by his father, James Herring. He is survived by his wife, Evelyn; his daughters Charlotte Blevins (George) and Caryn Herring-Flores (George); his sisters Jimmie Sue Neely and Pam Marshall; granddaughters Datilia Gallegos (Kyson) and Olivia Gallegos; and 2½ great-grandchildren.

Above all, Forrest cherished his family, especially his daughters, and was incredibly proud of all his girls.

A celebration of life in Forrest's honor will be held on November 24, 2024, at 1:00 pm at the Nucla Community Center, 1045 Main St., Nucla, CO 81424.