Walter Keefer Forney, Sr.

Walter K. Forney Sr., of Frederick passed away on Monday January 11th, 2021 at the age of 91.  Walter retired from Potomac Edison in 1994 after over 38 year of service with the company. In addition to his work at Potomac Edison he enjoyed and took great pride in having served as an officer with the United Fire Co. and a member of the Maryland National Guard 29th Division.  He was also a life time member of the Tuscarora Gun Club where he enjoyed shooting and assisting with club events.

Walter was preceded in death late last year by his wife of over 68 years Lorraine.  He is survived by his sons Walter K. Forney Jr., Robert F. Forney and Keith D. Forney all of Frederick along with his son Dale E. Forney and his wife Marivic of Thornton, Colorado.  He was also a loving grandfather to Matthew A. Forney, Andrew C. Forney and Daniel E. Forney.

A visitation will be held on Sunday January 17th from 2 to 4 pm at the Keeney Basford Funeral Home, 106 E. Church St. Frederick, MD 21701.  Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Monday January 18th at 10 am.  Burial will immediately follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery.