C. Forest Travis, Jr. left this earth on July 5, 2026, to join the cosmic energy of the universe. A brilliant scientific mind, a truly unique individual, with a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Akron. He was a skilled glass blower and business owner with partner Raul Umana, quality control inspector with a local nail manufacturing company and many other occupations. He was an avid reader of science fiction and related sci-fi film productions. He was also a big fan of British comedy. Forest was an entertaining broadcaster at the University of Akron’s radio station WAUP.FM in the 70’s during their “hot medium” format. He was an accomplished thespian in several stage productions at the University of Akron and at the Civic Theater.

A good friend, generous with his time and wealth and a joy to grace the table at holiday dinners. So, we drink a pint of Guinness in your honor. See you on the other side, my friend, LAY-TOR.

Forest is preceded by his parents Cecil and Jean Travis, brothers Keith, Lawrence and Richard Travis. He is survived by sisters Elizabeth Travis Cooper and Cindy Ohlinger, and good friend Dennis Akers.

Special thanks to the Woodlands Health & Rehabilitation in Ravenna for their wonderful care of Forest.