James Michael Forman

February 10, 1949 - December 15, 2015

We deeply regret the passing of James Michael Forman at 66 years of age on December 15, 2015. Michael was born on February 10, 1949 to Robert N. and Dorothy O. Atwood-Forman. He has lived in Vallejo since 1962. He graduated from Springstown Junior High School ’63, Hogan Senior High School ’67, California Polytechnic State University (San Luis Obispo) BS ’71, and San Francisco State University MBA ’82. He was awarded an Eagle Scout at age 13, and had a paper route for years, and other odd jobs while still in school. He is a U.S. Navy retired Supply Corp officer CDR. Michael loved to volunteer and was actively involved with numerous organizations and his church. He was a member of St. Basil’s the Great Catholic Church, The Knights of Columbus (St. Basil’s the Great Council 13271), The Mark G. Thompson Assembly 2548, The Institute for Supply Management, and various local Veteran’s organizations. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Mary Elizabeth, his five children Mary Elizabeth, Mary Ellen, Mary Anne, Michael, and Matthew. He is also survived by his sisters Kathleen (Ronald) Hubbard and Christine Witt, and his sisters-in-law Mary Ellen McKenzie and Alexis McKenzie Deloach. He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, and cousins whom he loved and was very close to. He also leaves behind many good friends. He was an avid sports fan especially the San Francisco 49ers, San Francisco Giants, Golden State Warriors, and University of Alabama Crimson Tide. He loved to read, go to the movies, and listen to music. He also loved to travel. He has been to many different parts of the world including Antarctica, and he loved being home, too. He will be truly missed and is irreplaceable. Vigil services will be held 7:00 p.m. Monday at Passalacqua Funeral Chapel, 901 West Second Street, Benicia. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday at St. Basil's Church, 1200 Tuolumne Street, Vallejo followed by burial with military honors at St. Dominic's Cemetery, Benicia. Visitation will be after 4:00 p.m. Monday at the mortuary.