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Maxine Foster Obituary

Foster, Maxine F.
Maxine Ernst Foster, 90, a longtime resident of Stamford, Conn., passed away on July 23, 2015. Born Maxine Lucile Field on February 22, 1925 in Bagley, Iowa, she was the daughter of William and Rose (née Cloe) Field, and cared for by her beloved aunt and uncle, Edna and John Weaver. A graduate of the University of Missouri, she was a teacher in the Connecticut school system and served as a Field Director for the Girl Scouts of America in Los Angeles and as a volunteer for the Girl Scouts in Stamford. She enjoyed spending winters in St. Croix.
Aside from her parents, aunt and uncle, Maxine was predeceased by her first husband, E. Anthony Ernst, her second husband following her first husband's death, Norman P. Foster, her brother, Keith C. Field, and her sister-in-law, Gloria Adelson Field.
Maxine is survived by her children, Emily Aubrey (Kent), John Ernst, Catherine De Vita (Vincent), Margaret Ernst and Joseph Ernst, her grandchildren, Stephen, Brian, Emilio, Suzanne, Katrina, John and Alexandra, and her niece Ellen and nephew Charles.
Arrangements are entrusted to the Leo P. Gallagher & Son Funeral Home, 2900 Summer St., Stamford, CT. There will be a memorial Mass held on Monday, August 3, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Leo Catholic Church, 24 Roxbury Rd, Stamford, CT 06902. Contributions in Maxine's memory may be made to Trinity Catholic High School, 926 Newfield Ave., Stamford.

Published by Stamford Advocate & Greenwich Time on Jul. 26, 2015.
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Ellen:
My sincere condolences on Maxine's passing of which Cindy notified me. She was a lovely lady and I'm sorry I never got to know her better, but she was a fine member of our extended family.
Condolences to the family and fond regards to you,
Fredy Jacobson

Fredy Jacobson

August 6, 2015

My thoughts are with all of my old neighborhood friends. Your mom was such a welcoming woman, and always made me feel as if I was a part of your family. May she rest in peace, having lived such a full life. I hope that all of our folks will see each other in the great beyond, it was quite a neighborhood for all of us to have grown up in, thanks to wonderful people like Maxine.

Richard Keith

August 1, 2015

On behalf of Girl Scouts of Connecticut, we offer our condolences for the passing of your loved one, who was a sister in Girl Scouting. Her dedication to girls was remarkable and respected by all. We offer you our sincerest thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Mary Barneby, CEO

Mary Barneby

July 29, 2015

Em,john,cath,marg,joe....sorry to hear about moms passing! What a gal she was...soooo many fun times at the house...always had her eyes on what john n myself were up to! Many enjoyable ski trips in winter and cape cod invite in the summer with her and family!!! God bless her...your old neighbor...john w duffy

John Duffy

July 27, 2015

Em, John, Cathy, Margaret and Joe-
What can be said? We have such wonderful memories of our youth growing up in the neighborhood in large part because of your Mom. I'm sad for her passing but oh so rich for having known her and your whole family. Will especially remember her laugh and her ability to say what needed to be said.

She will be forever in our hearts. Love and Prayers to all....

Ralph/Sheri Crane

Ralph Crane

July 27, 2015

Cathy & Family: We are so sorry to hear about your mom passing. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Carmella & Frank

Carmella DeVita

July 27, 2015

My Aunt Max was a bold, beautiful, strong women who I looked up to always, beginning in my early years. Our families were neighbors and very close- and we were together constantly, Emily being my best friend.

My parents and Tony and Max (and families) initiated the game of Twister in the neighborhood, with lots of music- Herb Albert and the Tijuana Brass (I'm dating myself now!!) Lots of time in the pool and the annual Golf Tournament/Clam Bake on Labor Day Weekend- trophy and all- Those were the days!!!

I remember Maxine~tall, gracious, always wearing red lipstick. She had a "gravely" voice and used it often to express her opinions! Often seen with a cigarette and a Martini , she was the epitome of a classy lady.

Will miss you and my thougths are with the family. Sending love. Susan Crane Casterline.

July 26, 2015

John & Family
My best to the entire clan. Great memories of your mother holding down the fort on Eden Lane many years ago. She made people welcome in her home. Passing of a great generation, against which we all pale in comparison. In days to come, and thereafter, celebrate your Mom's achievements.

F.X. Sean O'Doherty

July 26, 2015

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