John E. Forman, age 68, of Shoals

John E. Forman, age 68, of Shoals, Indiana, passed away surrounded by family at his home at 5:39 p.m. on Sunday, May 24, 2026. John was born in West Virginia on July 20, 1957, to Oral and Geraldine Sarah (Barger) Forman.  

He has worked for various employers over the years but most recently he worked at the French Lick Springs Hotel. Before that he worked at the West Baden Springs Hotel for eight years. He was a very kind hearted person and always willing to help others in need. Throughout his lifetime he was a caregiver for various members of his family but primarily for his older sister Gerry Ann Kalb. 

He deeply valued his Catholic faith. He enjoyed riding bikes, going on picnics, being outdoors in nature, collectables, playing games, learning about his family’s genealogy, and watching television. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his older sister Gerry Ann and their dog Frisbee. 

Surviving are his sisters: Gerry Ann Kalb (Shoals, IN) and Carol Forman (Lafollette, TN) and one brother, Daniel Forman (Bradford, Ohio) and a half-brother, William Keffer (West Virginia). Along with several nieces and nephews. 

Preceding him in death besides his parents were two brothers: David Forman and Roger Forman and an infant sister Jerinda Forman.  

Visitation will be held from 4:00-7:00 p.m. on Monday, June 1, 2026, at the Becher-Kluesner North Chapel in Jasper, Indiana. Fr. Keith Hart of St. Joseph Catholic Church will officiate a prayer service at 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will take place at a later date at Willow View Cemetery in Dayton, Ohio. 

Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Jude Children’s Hospital or a favorite charity. 

Online condolences may be made at www.becherkluesner.com.