Bertha Lee Forbes's obituary , Passed away on May 16, 2026 in Norfolk, Virginia

Bertha Lee Forbes

May 16, 2026

Norfolk, Virginia

Bertha Lee Forbes's obituary , Passed away on May 16, 2026 in Norfolk, Virginia

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Bertha Lee Forbes Obituary

The passing of Bertha Lee Forbes of Norfolk, Virginia leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on May 16, 2026. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Bertha Lee Forbes or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Jesse Arnold and Flossie Judd; her daughter Towanda Forbes; and her siblings, Samuel Shapellie, Jesse Arnold and Caroline Posey.

She is survived by: her husband James T. Forbes; her children, Keith Arnold, John Arnold, Ronchelle Jackson (Man), Joseph Jackson, Antonio Jackson, Crystal Arnold, Barry Roberts and Sean Hill; and her siblings, Mary Arnold, Gladys Sumner, Marian Morrison, Randy Arnold and Marcell Patterson. She is also survived by grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

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