Donald Keith Forward
December 14, 1970 to June 5, 2026
Obituary
It is with deep sadness that the family of Keith Forward announce his sudden but peaceful passing on Friday, June 5th, 2026, at the age of 55, while surrounded by his family. In his younger years, Keith was a natural athlete with a deep love for sports. He proudly represented his province at the national junior curling championships, and he spent many years playing baseball and tennis. His passion for sports remained constant throughout his life, becoming a source of happiness and connection with those around him.
Following many years working within the taxi industry, Keith became a familiar face behind the wheel, spending countless hours navigating the streets of St. John’s. This line of work allowed him to cross paths with people from all walks of life, many of whom were touched by his presence and the simple moments shared along the way. We will never fully know the lives Keith impacted or the difference he made for those he encountered.
Keith leaves to mourn his mother, Audrey; his brother, Gary (Marilyn); nephew, Alexander; and niece, Leah, as well as his aunt Daphne and her family. He will be deeply missed by his close friend, Martha Cano, who was a constant source of strength and support in his life. He is remembered by his former wife, Tanya. He leaves behind his beloved companion, his parrot George. Keith will be remembered fondly by his many cousins, dear friends and coworkers.
He was predeceased by his father, Hayward Forward, with whom he shared a special bond; infant brother, David; as well as by both of his paternal and maternal grandparents.
Cremation has taken place and a committal service will be held in Buchans Community Cemetery on Saturday, June 13th at 1 pm with Major Betty Lou Pollett officiating. He will be laid to rest next to his father.
Keith’s family would like to extend sincere thanks to the ICU medical team at the Health Sciences Centre in St. John’s for their immediate care and compassion shown to Keith, as well as their support to the family during his final days.
Rest In peace brother thank you for all your hard work with my team. You will be missed.
My condolences to the family.
I met Keith through the taxi industry many years ago.. My late mom Mabel Pender nicknamed him Sweetie Keithie bc he always took the time to have a cup of tea and a chat with her. He was well liked by all.
Rest Easy “Sweetie” from the Pender family
Very kind gentleman, drove me to work at the hospital during a snowstorm. He talked about his work at the airport, and went out of his way to take the call to bring me to work that day. Seen a post from on YYT Facebook that he had passed, and wanted to make a post to his family, that he was a very genuine person!
Condolences to Keith’s family and friends.
Fly high with the angels.
My condolences to Keith’s family at this very difficult time. I worked with Keith in the taxi industry, pretty easy going fellow. Rest in peace my friend.
I was so very sad to hear of Keith’s passing. He was always so full of fun and energy. I have such fond memories of us as kids playing , your visits to Carbonear and of course our visits to Buchans. Please accept my deepest condolences to at this time and may God give you strength and peace.
Winnie Forward and family
So very sorry for your loss, Keith was a very friendly person and I will miss our chats whenever he came into the orangestore. Rest in peace
I am deeply saddened hearing of Keith’s passing. He came to the Best Western many times for his breakfast. I always enjoyed serving him and listening to him and our conversations (we had many). He will be missed by me for sure and other servers here. It was a privilege to have met him. May he rest in peace and fly high with the angels. Sending prayers and healing strength to all who knew him and his family. God bless.
Keith was a familiar presence at St. John’s Airport for the last number of years . The Airport Community are saddened by his passing , and would like to extend our condolences to Keith’s family and friends . He will be terribly missed by all that were fortunate enough to encounter him . RIP my friend .
Rest in peace sir
Sincere condolences to the family of Keith especially his Mom and his brother. Fly high with the angels Keith.
My deepest condolences to Audrey and Family.
Aunt Audrey and family so sorry to hear of Keith’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Take care.
My sincere condolences the the Forward Family so sorry for your loss R.I.P. Keith.
Aunt Audrey. Gary and family. So sorry to hear of Keiths passing . Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Audrey, Gary, Marilyn and family: Our hearts go out to you and your family as you mourn the loss of a son, brother, brother-in-law and uncle.
There are no words that can truly ease the pain of such a sudden loss, however we pray that God’s love surrounds you and gives you strength, comfort, and peace in the days ahead. May your faith sustain you, and may the cherished memories you shared continue to be a blessing in your time of grief. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
With our deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences. Paula & Stan
condolence to the family
So very sorry Audrey to hear of your son’s passing .
Condolences to all his family and friends.
RIP young man
Sorry to hear of Keith’s passing,he was a customer of mine when I worked at Central Barbershop 💈 Avalon mall. Rest in peace Keith
Sorry to hear of Keith’s sudden passing, I worked with him in the taxi industry for a few years, very well liked and easy to deal with kind of person, Sincere Condolences to All, May He Rest Peacefully.
Audrey so sorry hear of Keith’s passing. My deepest condolences to you and your family Big Hugs
Sorry to hear of Keith’s passing Our deepest condolence to the Family our thoughts & prayers are with you at this time .
Mrs Forward, Gary and family we were so sorry to hear of Keith’s sudden passing. Be assured of the prayers of
your friends at Corner Brook Community Church. May God’s comfort and grace surround you in these days.
So sorry to hear of Keiths passing, deepest condolences to his family.We worked together for many years in the Taxi industry and played some softball together, he was a pretty easy going fella. RIP ole buddy.
Condolences to the forward family’s. RIP Keith it was a pleasure to know and work with you. God bless
So sorry to hear of Keith,s passing.our prayers are with you all.