Audrey Fogerty Obituary

Audrey Allen Forgety

Died: August 21, 2025

Audrey Allen Forgety, 92, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior, leaving behind a legacy of faith, family, and service.

She was preceded in death by her parents: Tommy Allen and Birdie Allen Ward; her devoted husband of 62 years: Joe L. Forgety Jr.; her son: Joe Forgety III; her son-in-law: Marvin Denny Evans; and her brothers: Ed Linkous and Sidney Allen.

Audrey is survived by her daughter: Rhonda F. Evans; and her daughter-in-law: Pam Forgety. She was a proud grandmother to Shannon Evans of Rogersville; Dr. Loren Grimm and her husband, Joe, of Jacksboro; Jared Forgety and his wife, Rachel, of Heiskell; and Lee Forgety and his wife, Abby of Powell. Her joy was multiplied with the blessing of her great-grandchildren: Emma, Audrey, Lena, Joey Grace, Luke, Maggie, and Jaelynn. She is also survived by her sister: Hazel Doty; a sister-in-law: Barbara Bradley; a stepbrother: Lloyd Ward; a step-sister: Becky Davis; along with a host of cherished nieces and nephews. She will be remembered fondly by her dear friends, Patricia Matthews and Teresa Taylor.

Audrey faithfully served as Secretary/Treasurer of East Rogersville Baptist Church for more than 20 years, demonstrating her steadfast devotion and love for her church family.

The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the staff of Meadow View Senior Living for the loving care they provided to Audrey over the past five years, as well as to the residents who affectionately called her "Mamaw." In addition, the family wants to thank Joy and Jessica from Shalom Hospice for their help in caring for Audrey in her final hours.

Funeral services for Audrey Allen Forgety will be Aug. 29 at 5 p.m. at the Christian-Sells Funeral Home Chapel in Rogersville with Jared Forgety officiating.

Immediately following the funeral, graveside services will be held in Highland Cemetery.

The family will receive friends for visitation beginning at 3 p.m. until the funeral hour.

Audrey will be remembered for her kind spirit, deep faith, and the unconditional love she poured into her family and all who knew her.Condolences may be sent to the family at www.christiansells.com