Elma Forbes Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Elma Forbes of Ashland, Ohio. Elma, born on March 20, 1931, passed away on July 9, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Elma for her warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While she will be deeply missed, the influence she had on the lives around her remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Elma’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences she brought to the world.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Luther Graven and Viola Meeks Graven; her husband Gerald Forbes; and her brothers, Homer and Donald Graven.
She is survived by: her nephew Walter Graven (Carla) of Perrysville; her great-nephews, Michael Graven of Perrysville, Matt Graven of Perrysville, Heath Meyer of Ashland and Jeremy Meyer (Jake) of Perrysville; and her great-niece Heidi Redinger of Jeromesville.
