Thomas Forshaw III
June 29, 2025
Thomas Forshaw III of Charlotte, NC, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2025, at the age of 81. He spent his final days surrounded by the love and comfort of his wife of 56 years, Meredith, and their three children: Anne, Thomas, and Susan. He is also lovingly remembered by their spouses and grandchildren: Paul, Doug, Gillian, and Leighton Scott; Penny, Finn, Powell, and Liam Forshaw; and John, Lilla, and Blair Teachey.
Born in Memphis, TN, to Bess and Thomas Forshaw Jr., Tom moved to Charlotte at an early age and spent the next 75 years in the Myers Park community. He graduated from North Carolina State University with a degree in Applied Mathematics and pursued minors in Computer Programming and Economics before serving in the U.S. Army.
After his discharge, Tom joined his father in the family business, Forshaw Chemicals, where he continued the legacy of entrepreneurship by founding Forshaw Distribution. He successfully grew the business and made significant contributions to the pest management industry.
Tom and Meredith cherished their time at Litchfield Beach, where they maintained close friendships and created lasting memories. Tom found great joy in being on the water, collecting sharks’ teeth, and walking on the beach.
The family extends their heartfelt thanks to Tom’s oncologist, Dr. Catherine Moore, and their compassionate caregivers.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 PM on August 18, 2025, at Christ Episcopal Church. The family will receive friends following the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Christ Episcopal Church, 1412 Providence Road, Charlotte, NC 28207, or to Novant Health Hospice, PO Box 33549, Charlotte, NC 28233-3549.
Arrangements are in the care of Kenneth W. Poe Funeral & Cremation Service, 1321 Berkeley Ave., Charlotte, NC 28204; (704) 641-7606. Online condolences may be shared at www.kennethpoeservices.com.
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I had the distinct privilege of knowing and working with T111 and his family for over 40 years, and am so grateful! Tom had an incredibly quick mind, and an intellectual curiosity that taught me and countless others valuable lessons over the years. A fine individual, and even better family man…Tom Forshaw I am immensely better off for having known you!
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Tom was an individual who looked after others before himself, helped initiate a change in the Pest Management industry to improve the professional posture and grow the industry.
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I am so saddened to hear this news. May you fish in peace now.
Thank you for all that you did for me and my family. Working for you was an honor.
Thank you for all that you have done to improve our industry and make the world better.
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Definitely made a impact on the the world we live in!! I am blessed to have had the opportunity to meet Tom ? ❤️. My prayers for his family
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Dear Meredith, please know that you are in my heart and thoughts. I am so very sorry that that wonderful smile will not greet you every morning, but know that its warmth lives in your heart and will always be there as needed. Remembering you and shared times, Nancy
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Sorry to hear about Tom passing. We had a lot of good times and did a lot of business together.. Let us know if we can do anything beside offering our condolences . Phil and Brenda Clegg
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Goodbye to a great man. My deepest condolences to the family. There are very few men that I admired and respected as much as TIII. Thank you for all you taught me over the years, I always appreciated your guidance and patience. Rest in peace.
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Tom was a classmate of mine at Myers Park High School. To Meredith and your family and friends, please know I send my deepest sympathy to you and celebrate a life well lived. Peace be with you.
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