In loving memory of John Forest Main: 1940-2023 

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John Forest Main, 82, of Chehalis, Washington, passed away on Tuesday, June 20, 2023. 

John took his first breath on Oct. 2, 1940. 

He was born to Allan and Louise Main of Shelton, Washington. A caring brother and graduate of Mineral High School in Mineral, Washington, he enjoyed a long career of 42 years as a foreman at National Frozen Foods Corporation. He lived in the same house for over 50 years. 

John married the love of his life, Dorothy J. Main on Dec. 29, 1976. Together they raised three children: Julie, Steve and Mike. 

John was a very dedicated, hard worker who rarely took a sick day. He was a devoted husband and an avid gardener. Together, he and Dorothy would tend their flower beds. 

John is preceded in death by his father Allan Main, his mother Louise Main, his brother Allan Main Jr., his wife Dorothy Main and his grandson Landon Bornstein. 

John is survived by his daughter Julie Bornstein (Gus), stepsons Steve Alexy and Mike Alexy, and his grandchildren Karley Bornstein, Kaitlyn Bornstein, and Kayla Bornstein. 

The family would like to thank John’s neighbors, Leah and Kat, for being there every day to help care for John. There will be a graveside service at Claquato Cemetery, 142 Stearns Road, Chehalis, WA 98532, on Aug. 12 at 10 a.m.