It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Donald E. Forte of Anderson, South Carolina, born in Schenectady, New York, who passed away on February 10, 2024, at the age of 99, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Donald E. Forte to show support.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Harold Eugene and Mildred Russell; his wife Esther Forte; his son-in-law Bob Heineck; and his sister Connie Colls.

He is survived by : his daughter Karen Heineck of Anderson; his grandchildren, Jay Heineck (Erin) of Townville, Becky Ferrara (Adam) of Mt. Pleasant and Andy Heineck (Ashley) of Johns Island; his great grandchildren, Brody, Emory Heineck, Michael, Caroline, George Ferrara, Morgan, Flip and Lily Heineck; and his sister Carolyn St. Clair.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Anderson Area YMCA, 201 E Reed Rd., Anderson, SC 29621 or Hospice of the Upstate, 1835 Rogers Rd., Anderson, SC 29621.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Sullivan-King Mortuary and Crematory