Obituary

Tajdryn Mikhel Forbes

November 3, 2003 - August 19, 2023

On November 3, 2003. God blessed Naketra Guy and Charles Forbes, Jr. with a handsome baby boy Tajdryn Mikhel Forbes. Tajdryn was the second big brother to his younger siblings whom he loved dearly. On early morning of August 19, 2023 the Lord whispered, “Tajdryn your work on earth is done my child.” Tajdryn was a great leader in our community, a son, a grandson, brother, cousin, nephew, uncle, and friend. His smile was always heartfelt. He was a humble and respectful young man. He was a believer of God and everywhere he went his light shined so bright. Tajdryn dedicated his life to sports and he left a meaningful impression on the field. He was an all  around athlete. He started out as a child playing for the Tigers and continued to high school where he tremendously shined on the field. Following every touchdown, Tajdryn would take a bow and look up to heaven, giving praises to God and giving his dad a kiss in heaven. Being a star athlete was his way of continuing his father’s legacy and preparing a great path for his younger siblings. Tajdryn’s most important roles were always son, uncle, and brother. He had a fierce dedication to his family, and there was nothing more important to him than being there for his siblings and taking care of his mother. Tajdryn was destined to be great. He was a 2022 graduate of Bogalusa High School, where he was an all around athlete and socialite. Tajdryn was a multi-sport kid in his childhood. He played many positions in football BFL, QB, RB, WE, CB, Safety, LB. He was exceptionally great with carrying the ball! Tajdryn has a vision for the field like he was a professional. While playing for the Tigers he played all positions, he was multi-skilled! While playing for the Tigers, he also played for the Bogalusa Allstars. He was very active in basketball little league. Tajdryn was a superstar for the Bogalusa High School Football Jacks. He was Offensive Player of the year in his senior year, first team all district, #6 in receiving yards in Louisiana, and #5 in total return yards. He was also outstanding on the Lumberjack baseball team.

He leaves to cherish his precious memories, his mother Naketra Guy; his stepfather who reared him, Christopher Morris, His siblings; brothers, Anthony T. Guy, Chas Smith, Talan Guy, Torrence Guy, TreMicah Morris, Xiren James, Jiren Forbes, Tyrese Roussell and Tupac Mingo. sisters, Tahiri Morris, Chasity Forbes, sister in law Toddasia Mark and his one and only nephew whom he loved dearly, T’Naj A. Guy. A special friend Ka’Jeruna Harry, Goddaughter Demi Spikes, maternal grandparents, Lori Mixon and Lloyd (Mary) Guy, paternal grandmother, Sandra Forbes, great grandfather Cleophus (Shirley) Guy, great grandmother Celia Forbes, great grandparents Willie (Beris) McCray Sr., special aunt/ Godmother, Tyerta Guy, aunts Lakeisha Forbes, Kylandis (Sherod) Darden, uncle Talage W (Krystle) Ratliff, bonus aunts, Jerlisa Wilson, Brittney Rayford, La’Derricka Morris. Godfather Demitriez Foster, special sister, Jaikayla Henry, special cousin, Chloe Foster. He is also survived by numerous great aunts, uncles, cousins, family and friends whom he loved and whom loved him dearly. 

He was preceded in death by his father Charles A. Forbes Jr, grandfather Charles A. Forbes Sr, great grandfather Arnold Forbes Sr., great grandmother, Faye Parnell, great grandfather, James Quinn, great grandmother Yvonne B. Guy.

The Funeral Service will be 1:00 PM on September 2, 2023 at the Bogalusa High School Auditorium. 

Cook-Richmond Funeral Home in Bogalusa, Louisiana is in charge of arrangements.