Robert Walter Forester, 80, of Pentwater, Michigan, passed away Monday, July 7, 2025, in Hart. He was born June 7, 1945, in New York City to John and Hildegard (Reichelt) Baumsteiger.

After moving to Michigan and completing his bachelor's degree, Robert started a long career in utilities management at Consumer's Power Company and the Lansing Board of Water and Light. He married Kristin Lee (Johnston) Forester on August 16, 1969.

Robert was an avid lover of golf, fishing, boating, and spending time with his wife and their long line of cherished rescue animals. Kristin survives him, along with their daughter, Nancy Lee Beyers (Anthony); daughter-in-law, Christine Smiggen Forester; grandson, Thomas Robert Forester; and many devoted family members and friends.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents; and beloved son, Jeffrey Robert Forester.

Special thanks to the staff of the Oceana County Medical Care Facility and Elara Caring Hospice for their compassionate care of Robert and his family and friends.

Memorial services will be conducted at 11:00 AM, Saturday, July 26, 2025, at Centenary United Methodist Church, 82 North Hancock Street, Pentwater, MI 49449, with a luncheon to follow.

Please make any memorial contributions to the Oceana County Animal Shelter at 2185 W. Baseline Road, Shelby, MI 49455.

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, King-Hart Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.

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