Dr. William Jacob Forstate
December 25, 2022

DR. WILLIAM JACOB FORSTATE: At home, surrounded by his family on Sunday, December 25, 2022; Beloved husband of Roslyn (Rosenberg) Forstate. Loving father of Benjamin and Sylvia Forstate. Brother of David (Judy) Forstate. Uncle of Jessica (Bobby) Fernandes, Kaitlyne (Adam) Roth, Eric Forstate and Stephanie Rosenberg. Great uncle of Vincent Fernandes and Karalyn Roth. Born in Brooklyn, NY, William grew up in Punxsutawney, PA, attended Punxsutawney High School, graduated from Washington and Jefferson College and Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, MO. Dr. Forstate served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War.  Dr. Forstate was a dedicated cardiologist with Premier Medical Associates for over 30 years and was passionate about his patients. He was a sports fanatic, loyally following the Pittsburgh Steelers, Pirates, and Penguins, as well as Pitt football and basketball. He enjoyed traveling, books, movies, theaters, museums, and fine dining. Services will be held at Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside on Wednesday, December 28, 2022 at 1 PM. Visitation one hour prior to services (12 Noon - 1 PM). Interment B'Nai Israel Cemetery. Contributions may be made to a charity of donor's choice. www.schugar.com. 

Condolences

My heartfelt condolences to the Forstate family.

I worked with Dr. Forstate at Forbes since 1990s and found him to be the consummate professional and a brilliant MD cardiologist. He was one of the most serious MDs I have ever known, and every patient was important to him, as they trusted him and were loyal to him. To me, Dr. Forstate was our go-to Doc who was always available to answer questions and willing to spend much time with his patients. He will be sadly missed. May the memory of his life and spirit live in our hearts forever. Dr. Bob

Dear Roslyn, Benjamin and Sylvia, We are sorry to hear about Bill's passing and send our sincere sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Harold and Carol Goldman

My condolences. Praying for you and yours!