Dr. Wolfram Richard Forster
OBITUARY
Wolf passed away peacefully at sunset on Thursday, April 9, 2026, with his cherished wife, Sarah Susan by his side.
He was born in Berlin and growing up, Wolf had two dreams–to become a doctor and to visit America. Both were eventually realized. After many years of delay because of World War ll, Wolf qualified as a doctor. When serving a year as a medical intern in Passaic, New Jersey, Wolf ‘fell in love’ with America and was determined to find a way to return to the USA permanently.
Wolf married his first wife, Gertie, and together they immigrated to the USA in 1959, settling in the Virginia/DC area. Together with two partners, Wolf set up a very successful private practice, Washington Radiology, where he practiced his skills for 30 years before retiring to San Diego in 1989. Two daughters, Dr. Sharon Blouin, (Jim George), and Dr. Susan Kerns, (Dr. Scott Kerns), were born during their marriage.
Wolf’s curious mind and continuous yearning for learning led him to become a boxing referee in Germany, a qualified soccer referee, as well as a recreational pilot with instrument certification in Virginia.
Wolf always felt indebted to America for saving his life during World War ll and wanted to ‘give back’ to his adopted country. He joined the USAR Medical Corps at Walter Reed Hospital in DC, rising to the rank of Colonel before retiring to San Diego.
Wolf’s dear wife, Gertie, passed away in 1993. He met his second wife, Sarah Susan Trocki in 2000 whom he married in 2007.
Wolf led an interesting, fascinating life and enjoyed exceptional health right until the end. He had two wishes–to celebrate his 100th birthday which he did with much fanfare last year, and to slip away peacefully and quietly. Both final wishes were granted. As per his instructions, Wolf’s ashes were scattered along the coast of Point Loma at sunset on Monday, July 27th, 2026.
Wolf was an extraordinary man who led a remarkable life. Rest in peace, beloved Wolf–you deserve it. You will be missed.