Gerald Forness

Gerald Lee Forness

Gerald L. Forness, 65, lifelong resident of Hibbing died Sunday, December 30, 2018 at home.  He was born on May 29, 1953 to Harold and Betty (Whitten) Forness in Hibbing.  Gerald loved fishing as a pastime.

He is survived by his children, Shelly Bennett, Shawn Schroeder, Andy Prtine, and Amy Forness, his six siblings, Wanda Hanson, Harold Forness, Patty Desantis, Kenny Forness, Beth Baum, and Larry Forness.  He was preceded in death by his parents.

Per Gerald’s request, there will be no services at this time.  Arrangements are with the Dougherty Funeral Home of Hibbing.