Forrest "Frosty" Speed
February 13, 2011
Forrest “Frosty Speed, 94, of Des Moines went to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 13, 2011. He was born October 8, 1916, near Pleasantville, Iowa, to John and Flossie (Hillabolt) Speed. On July 26, 1937, he married Helen Chase, whom he cherished all of his days. They lived in Carlisle, Iowa, for 59 years.
Forrest served in the United States Army in Germany from July 9, 1945 to July 16, 1946. He was then honorably discharged. He was a skilled bricklayer for many years. He then worked for the U.S. Postal Service until his retirement. Forrest loved working outside, especially in his garden. He also enjoyed helping his family and friends with their projects. He was a quiet and humble man who loved his Lord, his family and his friends.
For many years Forrest was a faithful member of Missionary Baptist Church in Carlisle. More recently he and Helen became members of Lighthouse Community Church, where they attended and served until their health no longer allowed.
Left to treasure his memory are Helen, his loving wife of 73 years, son, David (Donna) Speed of Carlisle, daughter, Mitzi (Richard) Blahnik of Des Moines, granddaughters, Lori Carrara and Lea (Sal) Carreon of Des Moines; many nieces and nephews; also more recently friends made at Fleur Heights Assisted Living in Des Moines.
Forrest was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, Faye Crawford and Jean Crawford, and one brother Mark Speed. Services will be held on Wednesday, February 16, 2011, at 2:00 pm. Visitation will be held one hour prior to services from 1:00 to 2:00 pm at Hamilton’s Southtown, 5400 SW 9th Street in Des Moines.
Memorial contributions may be sent to Lighthouse Community Church, 7705 Indianola Avenue, Des Moines, Iowa 50320.
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Helen and family-
02/16/2011
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I have so many wonderful memories of Frosty and you. Thanks for being such a wonderful part of Christine and my childhood. You were always there for us and we always enjoyed spending time with you both.
Frosty will be missed by many. He was a true man of God and his spirit of giving is something I will always cherish. I know Frosty meant a lot to my mom and dad. They will miss him terribly.
Love to you Helen in this time of sorrow.
Sincerely,
Heidi (Tedrow) Smith
Christine Cunningham (Tedrow)
02/15/2011
The top five things I learned from Frosty:
1. Frosty Rootbeer is always better when drinking it with a good friends.
2. You should always have your electrical outlets inspected, even if it is by a young child.
3. You are never too old for a friendly competition of tomatoe growing.
4. YOu are NEVER too old to buy your wife a waffle maker.
5. True love is a blessing and should be cherished.
These plus many more are cherished memories I will hold in my heart. Thank you Frosty and Helen for being adoptive grandparents to me throughout most of my life. Thank you for providing loving care to Heidi and I all those many years ago. Love to you, Helen and family.
Christine Cunningham