Paul Forwerck, 70, of Poteau, OK, passed away on Sep 20, 2002, while working as a proofreader for the Poteau Daily News.
He was born on Jun 7, 1932, in Toledo, OH, to Charles and Fallice (Rice) Forwerck. He was employed as a glass cutter for many years, working at Libbey Owens Ford in Toledo, and retiring in 1997 from Wojan Glass of Charlevoix.
Paul was preceded in death by his parents, Fallis in 1977 and Charles in 1982; and sisters, Annabel and Janet.
Survivors include daughters, Kathy Forwerck of Saginaw, and Paula (George) Midgley of Poteau, OK; sons, Paul (Shirley) of Dallas, Carl (Violet) Forwerck and Michael Forwerck, both of Toledo, OH, Robert (Crystal) Forwerck and James (Lisa) Forwerck, both of Whitehouse, OH, and Brian Forwerck of Tampa, FL. He is also survived by brothers, Charles (Carol) of Traverse City, William of Saginaw, and James (Linda) of Fife Lake.
In addition, he is survived by 12 grandchildren; four great grandchildren; plus many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Memorial services were held on Sep 23, 2002, at Grace Manor Funeral Home Chapel in Poteau, OK, with Bob Matherly officiating, and Betty Earls expressing fond memories of Paul by all of those who knew him in Poteau.
Graveside services will be held on Oct 12, 2002 at 2 pm in Evergreen Cemetery, Kalkaska.
