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Chelsie Christine Forbes

Passed 04/12/2026

Obituary For Chelsie Christine Forbes

Chelsie Christine Long Forbes,94, of The Historic James City Community of New Bern reunited with loved ones Sunday, April 12, 2026.

Her funeral service is 11:00 AM., Friday, April 17, 2026 at Pilgrim Chapel M. B. Church, James City. The Interment will follow at Meadows Cemetery.

She is survived by her sons, Edward C. Forbes Jr., Darryl Forbes and Robert Forbes (Rachel) of New Bern; daughters, Deborah Roberts (Greg), Maryland, Hilda Forbes, Maryland, Fayette Forbes, Carmen Route (Kenneth) both of New Bern, Sybil Meyers (Rufus), Florida and Felicia Murphy (Randy), New Bern; brothers, Joe Hardy Long and Isaac Long Jr. (Debbie) both of Brooklyn, New York; two sisters, Marva Long, New Bern and Shirley Hatton, Maryland; seventeen grandchildren, twenty great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.


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Katrina Jones planted 5 trees in memory of Chelsie Christine Forbes . - April 17, 2026

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I wasn't able to share the sentiments of my heart at the repass, but Aunt Christine was a Special Jewel, and I will always love and cherish the Bond we shared, from my birth until her end here on Earth. May God continue to wrap his loving arms around all of the family. My Continued Prayers are being Lifted for such a time as this. Love, Janice

Janice Towe-Hall

We love you Aunt Chris. Now you and my mom can continue your daily conversations together in Heaven.

Sharika Towe

Forbes family this is Betty Long wishing you the sincerest and deepest sympathies, love and fondest of memories for a queen who reigned well, long, and in God's great service. Now retired Home, having served and performed a job well done here on earth.

Betty Long

May the Lord peace rest upon you all I am praying for the family.

Sheila Henderson

Ms. Christine has always been a sweet and thoughtful woman and she was always good to me and my children. I regret that I cannot attend her services but she will surely be missed. With love, Furney, Tedra, Bria, and Tiana.

Tedra Harris Brown

Sending Condolences on the loss Ms. Christine. Praying that God will give you all the comfort and strength that you all will need during this difficult time. Love, Stacey, Jordan,Nyla, Jackie, Caleb and Siron.

Sending my Condolences to the Long and Forbes Family. Praying that God will comfort and give you all

With sincere and heartfelt condolences to the Forbes and Long family in the passing of your beloved Mother Chelsie Forbes. She lived a beautiful and meaningful life, leaving behind a legacy of love through her children, grandchildren, siblings, and dear friends.

May her life be forever cherished, and may her memory bring you comfort and peace.

"Well done, good and faithful servant...enter into the joy of your Lord." – Matthew 25:23 (NKJV)

Phyllis Logan

Long time friends giving condolences, to the family.

Wendell and Jessie Hunter

To the family of Hilda Forbes, my heartfelt condolences are with you all as you grieve the loss of your beloved mother. May God surround you with His peace and comfort during this difficult time and hold you close in His loving care.  Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers and asking that God grant you strength, healing, and peace in the days ahead.

The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Psalm 34:18

Mary Barnett

To the Long/Forbes Family: I was deeply saddened to hear of the loss of Mrs. Christine. My prayer is that God's Hope sustains you and family & friends surround you. God's love will give you strength to endure while you go through. May your memories of her bring you much Comfort and Joy.

Catherine Forbes

God is always near and keep you and your family close to Him now and always through this life time

Brenda Swanson

With Love and Heartfelt Condolences to the Forbes/Long Family:

Christine and I were blessed to have shared and enjoyed many classmate chats (West Street '51) through the years. I'll miss those chats, but I am eternally grateful for each shared moment we had. Rest in peace, my friend.

Peace I leave with you, my peace I give you. John 14:27

Otelia Barnwell

To the entire Forbes family, my, my,my. A very unique rose has been plucked form our family in James City! She will be missed in MASS. God already had spreaded the fertilizer to grow her in a new garden. I will miss my friend, but she has the true prize . I will continue to keep the family lifted up, because we will miss this ICON! Much love,Prayer, and Peace to her FAMILY.🙏🏾❤️😘.

Paula Stevens Jones

To the Family of Elder-elect and DIT Hilda Forbes, you are in our prayers. We pray that God's power and presence will give you the strength to survive the days ahead. Love is greater than death!

Pastor Sawyer

To: Hilda Forbes & Family, Sending heartfelt sympathy, love ❤️ & prayers 🙏🏽 to you in the loss of your dear mother. May God sustain you at this most difficult time! Psalm 55:22

Beatrice A. Cheeseboro

A beautiful woman has left us for a better place. We honor her for being the icon she was representing the James City community.

Rufus Credle

Offering, Our sincerest condolences to the Forbes Family. Prayerfully with God's Blessings. Love Y'all Much, Barbara Hawkins Perry, Donnica & D'Onnica Perry !!!

Barbara Hawkins Perry

Condolences to the Family and friends 🙏

Diane Benton

My condolences to Felicia and family

Thelma

Miss Christine was wone of the most sweetest person l have ever known.Whenever we would lose a love one in our family she would always come pass and bring one of her delicious cakes. The James City Community will truly miss her. I will continue to keep the family lifted in prayer. MIKE 'S BARBER SHOP

MIKE'S BARBER SHOP

My deepest condolences to our family and friends RIP❤️🙏🏾

Aliya

It is with sincere condolences and prayers we Mr and Ms Frankie Gibbs offer our sympathy to this family. Wait on the Lord and be of good courage. He will direct your paths.

Dale Gibbs

Our deepest sympathy to the Forbes and Long families. YOU know God. Amen. James & Theresa❤️🙏🏽🙏🏽

Theresa Parmley

Sincere condolences to entire Forbes family on behalf of The Credle and White Family. Mom always ask me to blow horn of car when in town from IL. and passing by with her in car to say hello to Mrs Christine. Peace and blessings!

Joseph P.Credle

To the Long/Forbes family. My sincere condolences to you. She was a dear friend for many years. Her smile, love and compassion will be sorely missed. We will continue to keep all of you lifted in our thoughts and prayers. Gold on to Gods unchanging Hand, because God's got you and Ms Christine would have it know other way. Our phone chats will be missed. We love you all, and continue to trust in God. Mayfield -Barber family.

Susan Barber

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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