Mama always said life was like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're gonna get. And I had you placed here under our elm tree. Life is like a box of chocolates. Momma always said dyin' was a part of life. “Mama always said death is a part of life. It's just my time. Forrest Gump Opines on Death and Dying. Forrest Gump: You died on a Saturday mornin'. The life of his life passes away, but he maintains this attitude to move on. “There’s only so much fortune a man really needs, and the rest is just for showin’ off.” – Forrest Gump. Oh, now, don't you be afraid, sweetheart. And I had that house of your father's bulldozed to the ground. “Mama always said, dying was a part of life. Mrs. Gump: It's my time. by Forrest Gump. Momma always said dyin' was a part of life. I sure wish it wasn't. - Forrest Gump I sure wish it … He was 77 years old. Winston Groom, the famous author responsible for the book-turned-Oscar-winning film Forrest Gump, died on Wednesday. Death is just a part of life. Momma always said dyin' was a part of life. Forrest: You did good, Momma. - the movie Forrest Gump . Mrs. Gump: Well, I happened to believe you make your own destiny. Forrest Gump uses this quote as a symbol of hope during a sad part of the movie. I sure wish it was not.” I did the best I could. - the movie Forrest Gump. I didn't know it, but I was destined to be your momma. It's something we're all destined to do. Related topics: Sad Feeling-Down Wisdom Movie Death Dying.