Obituary of Forrest Gerald Hare

Forrest Gerald Hare, age 74, passed from this life on June 25, 2015 in his home town of Pell City, Alabama. After growing up in Ragland, Alabama Gerald married in 1960 and entered into a life-long career in the construction industry beginning in 1960. During his 52 year career Gerald Hare developed a very well-respected reputation as a craftsman and master builder, and superintendent of complex industrial projects retiring from B.L.Harbert International in 2012. However far more importantly to him, Gerald became a mentor, coach, and father-figure to countless young construction professionals who continue his legacy today. Gerald’s hobbies and interests centered on his love of the outdoors, in particular fishing and his trusted canine companion, Sandy. Gerald Hare is survived by his loving wife and partner of 54 years, Gale Bunt Hare and a Sister-in-Law Ruth Hare as well as several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Oris and Ola Hare, by his brother Laverne “Rabbit” Hare, and by his sisters, Maxine Wolfe, Betty Ann Smith, and Willie Jo Deason. His memorial service will be held Sunday June 28, 2015 at Usrey Funeral Home in Pell City, Alabama, Brother Doug Ford presiding, burial to follow at Ragland Methodist Cemetery. The family will be available for visitation at 1:30 until the services begin at 3:00. Condolences may also be offered online at www.usreyfuneralhome.com.