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Foster, Jill
of Scottsdale, Arizona passed away on Monday, April 25th. She is survived by her sister, her 3 daughters, 4 grandchildren, and 9 great-grandchildren. Jill was born in Elk City, Oklahoma. She married her high school sweetheart, Jack Foster, when he returned home from serving in World War II. Jill worked for Jack at his golf company while raising her 3 daughters. She and Jack retired to Scottsdale, AZ in 1973. Jill battled with respiratory problems during her entire life and to the very end. She loved her family and delighted in hearing about their lives. She kept informed of current events, discussed politics and recently voted for her favorite American Idol. Jill enjoyed reading her Bible every day and always had a favorite verse to share. She was an avid fan of the D-Backs and the Phoenix Suns. She will be greatly missed. She was laid to rest at Green Acres Cemetery, Scottsdale, Arizona on Wednesday, April 27th. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower St., Phoenix, AZ 85014

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Published by The Arizona Republic on May 1, 2011.

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Connie Beck

January 14, 2024

Dear Foster sisters, I have never met you, but I would like to extend my condolences about the loss of your mother. I would like to talk to you about the Foster ancestors. We have the same Foster and Sayre ancestors in New Jersey. Please contact me so we can discuss them. Connie Knox Beck, facebook: Connie Knox Beck, 2765 130th St., Lenox, IA 50851.

May 4, 2011

Trudy, Nancy and Jenny. Our sincere condolences to you and your families. This brings back memories of many good times at the Foster home in Kingman. We both thought your mom to be such a kind, gracious woman. Mothers day will be difficult this year, but you have so many wonderful memories to give you comfort.
God Bless,
Mike and Debbie Casson

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