Kenneth "K.T." "Kenny" Tofty-Forrest, 41

Kenneth Tofty-Forrest, known lovingly as "K.T." to some and “Kenny" to others, passed away on April 20, 2026 at the age of 41 in Orange County, California.

Born in The Bronx, New York, Kenneth moved to Hampton Bays at the age of three, where he attended school and many of his earliest memories and lifelong connections were formed. As an adult, he lived in several places, but no matter where life took him, he built strong and lasting friendships. Distance never weakened those bonds-if anything, it strengthened them.

Kenneth had an enormous heart and a rare gift for lifting others up. He showed up for people in ways that mattered-helping them through hardships, making them laugh when it felt impossible, and reminding them there was still hope when things seemed darkest. He would give you the shirt off his back, even if it was the last one he owned He will be deeply missed for so many things-his unmistakable laugh, his love of rapping, and his FaceTime calls at all hours of the day and night. His presence brought strength, energy, humor, and comfort to those who knew him.

Kenneth was predeceased by his father Frederick. He is survived by his mother, Christine Forrest; his siblings, Elizabeth Lundgren-Forrest, Erica Elmore, Matthew Forrest, and Kenneth Forrest; his sister-in-law, Karina Forrest; his brother-in-law, William Elmore; and his six beloved nieces and nephews, who will miss him dearly.

He is gone far too soon, but his impact and the love he gave so freely will never be forgotten. May he rest in peace-he is finally free.

Family and friends are invited to gather at O'Shea's Funeral Home for a wake on Monday, May 4, 2026 from 2-4pm and 7-9pm. A funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at St. Rosalie's at 10:30am.