Reilly Fors

Mr. Reilly Fors passed away at home at the age of 20, on March 21, 2018.

He was born on February 2, 1998 in Thunder Bay and graduated from St. Ignatius High School and he was attending Confederation College.

In 2015, Reilly was given a letter of commendation for heroism and bravery by the Thunder Bay Police Service for his significant effort in a lifesaving attempt.

Reilly was a care free spirit, who was quick witted, mischievous, and a fun-loving person. Family and friends were of an utmost importance to him. 

He was a thrill seeker who loved playing football, skateboarding, longboarding, skiing, snowboarding and biking. Reilly was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hiking, fishing, hunting and swimming.

He will be truly missed by his beloved girlfriend Jessica Quinn.

Reilly will be cherished by his father Calvin Fors, his step-mother Jennifer, brother Liam, step-brothers Maric and Benjamin Nurmela, grandparents Judy and John Peterson, grandparents Dennis and Barbara Fors, uncle Ben Fors, cousin Travis Fors, Ireland Forbes, great grandmother Hazel Fulford, great aunt and great uncle Jennifer and Eugene Fulford-Sacevich.

Reilly had a large extended family which included but were not limited to; aunts Christine Fenlon (James), Carol Reinelt (Rolf), Shirley Stevens; cousins Tegan Sacevich (Kaspar), Nathan Sacevich (Judith), Brennan Sacevich (Amy), Calen Sacevich (Robyn), Tyler Reinelt (Lauren), Derek Reinelt (Kory).

He will be dearly missed by his closest friends Jake Puskas, Nick Lee, Sylena Decicco, Kyle Hughes, Brennan Darcis, Ryan Biasiol, Levi Bobrowich, Josh Johnstone, Lukas Kampela , Tyson Kavcar and many others, who have had a profound impact throughout the course of Reilly’s young life.

Reilly had a special place in his heart for his pet dogs Tommy, Frankie, Lola and Ollie.

He was predeceased by his mother Dawn Fors in 2016, his grandparents Tom and Lois Fenlon, his great grandfather Donald Fulford, and great grandparents Wilmore and Pearl Fors.

A celebration of Reilly’s life will be held at Redwood Park Church 2609 Redwood Ave, on Wednesday, March 28 at 1:00 p.m. Friends may gather at the church after 12:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate your support of the following charities as a tribute to Reilly. 

The Collateral Damage Project: Left behind by Suicide
Kid’s Help Phone
Teen Challenge of Central Canada: Thunder Bay