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Dorothy FOSTER Obituary
She was the third of 13 children born to the late Ben and Essie Banks on Sept. 27, 1921, in Poquoson, Va. She was educated in the Poquoson Public School System and moved to Hampton after she married Leroy Foster Sr. Out of this union, 11 children were born.
Dorothy joined Lincoln Park Baptist Church and was an active member for many years on the Gleaner's Board and the Senior Usher Board. In her senior years, she transferred her membership to Antioch Baptist Church and remained a member until her death.
Dorothy worked in the 'Foster Grandparent' program at Jane H. Bryan Elementary School and the Lab School at Hampton University for many years until the program ended. She was loved by all of the children and enjoyed her work.
Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, Leroy Sr.; and four children, Thelma Robinson, Gladys Washington, Clifton and Margaret Foster.
She leaves to cherish the memories of her life her children, Leroy Foster Jr.(Dorothy), Wayne Foster (Geraldine), Faye Mason, Dorothy Burwell (James), Rose Benton, Renelda George and Deborah Sutton (Charles); siblings, Lucille Ross (Ulysses), Rose Lucas, Ben Banks (Jennilee), Thelma Lovette, Arthur Banks (Laura), Shirley Byrd and Stanley Banks (Claudett); 22 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and a host of relatives and friends.
A viewing will be held 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, July 11, 2010, at the funeral home. A funeral service will be held noon Monday, July 12, 2010, at Antioch Baptist Church, 1563 Old Buckroe Road, Hampton, Va.
The Foster family is receiving services of comfort at Nickelson-Cummings Funeral Home, 4304 Victoria Blvd., Hampton, (757) 728-0122. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Dorothy FOSTER
July 28, 2010
To the Foster Family,
I was sorry to hear of the passing of Mrs.Foster.May God's spirit be with you.
~Michael R. Hughes, Hampton, Virginia
Karen Banks-Easter
July 16, 2010
Debra and Foster Family, I was sorry to hear of the passing of your mother, but I know she is with our heavenly father. I will continue to keep the family in prayer doing this time. I will always remember her smile and the good times I had at your family home.
Ben & Jennielee Banks
July 14, 2010
Foster Family,
Accept my condolence at passing of my sister Dorothy.
My God comfort you, and bless the family
with his holy spirit.
Ben & Jennielee Banks
Edna Scott Ivy Baptist Church
July 13, 2010
I was sorry to hear the news in the passing of your mother. Our tthougts and prayers are with you at this time
July 12, 2010
I was sadden to hear of your loss. Our prayer are with you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Veronica and Sherry King
Tony Fairfax
July 12, 2010
Mr. & Mrs. Leroy Foster, We are teribly sorry to hear about your mother Mrs. Dorothy Foster. How blessed you were to have had a mother like her. Find comfort in your special and sacred memory.
Tony, Colita, Layla & Natalie Fairfax
Deidre Sellers
July 12, 2010
Condolences to the Foster family. May the Lord Bless You and Embrace You in the Warmth of His Loving arms comforting you in your time of sadness.
Dawna Sills DuBose
July 12, 2010
To The Foster Family,
Thinking of you with heartfelt sympathy and the hope that God's healing touch will bring you peace.
Juanita Horton
July 12, 2010
Dear Rose and the Foster Family,
My prayers go out to you at your time of loss. Please accept my deepest sympathy over the loss of your mother. It will be different for each of you and in time with the prayers and a lifetime of memories you'll get through it. As othes have said , her life was well lived and her legacy lives on in you.
Juanita Horton
Bruce Turner
July 12, 2010
Dear Foster Family,
Sincere sympathy is extended in the loss of your Mother.
Janice M. Blackwell
July 12, 2010
To the Foster family, my prayers are with you during this time of loss. I am trusting that the memories of Ms. Dorothy will comfort you and that her legacy will continue through each of you.
Tracy J. Williams
July 12, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Carolyn Dillard
July 12, 2010
To Rose and the Foster Family,
My sincerest condolences are offered on the loss of your mother. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the Lord wrap you in His love to sustain you and give you strength during this time of bereavement.
Carolyn Dillard & Family
Betty Casteel
July 12, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Calvin Banks
July 12, 2010
Dear Foster Family, It is with a heavy heart to hear of the passing of Sis D, my aunt Dorothy. She was truly blessed with a wonderful family. Comfort and love to the family. Loving you all in Christ,..."
Calvin Banks
Mildred Forbes
July 11, 2010
Rose,
Trust in the Lord with all thine heart, and lean not on thy own understanding. In all thy ways, acknowledge him, and he will direct your path.
Much Love from your Mary Kay Family
Karen Franklin
July 11, 2010
To the Foster Family,
May God comfort you and continue to bless you during these difficult times. Your Mothers legacy shines in each and everyone of you.
Teresa Godoy
July 11, 2010
Renelda and family,
My thoughts are with you. May you always treasure the loving memories that you have of your mother
Carolyn Mason & Family
July 11, 2010
To Faye and the Foster Family: we mourn the loss of your Mother with you and wish we could be there. May God keep you all in perfect peace.
Sharon Ferguson-Roberts
July 11, 2010
To Rose and the Foster family,
Sincere condolences are sent for the loss of your mother. I know you were very close to her and that pleasant memories will sustain you. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
July 11, 2010
Dear Foster Family,
It is with a heavy heart I say, it is truly a lost to this world because of aunt Dorothy's passing. She was truly a blessing and wonderful example of Christian faith. Comfort and love to the family.
Loving you all in Christ, Roger and Delores Martin
July 11, 2010
Deborah and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Just know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love
Monica Hardy and Family.
Rev. Otis and Deaconess Jacqueline Sanders
July 11, 2010
To the family of Mrs. Dorthy Foster: May the Lord's hand of compassion and love and His guiding light from above, shine upon you and give you strength during this time of sorrow. May you find comfort in knowing that friends and family share in your loss. We also pray that you find comfort from the following Word of God, "May our Lord Jesus Christ Himself and God the Father, who loved us and by His grace give us eternal encouragement and good hope, encourage your hearts and strengthen you..." II Thessalonians 2:16,17.
July 11, 2010
To the Foster Family,
Our heartfelt sympathy for the lost of your precious mother.
May God continue to keep you during your time of bereavement.
Leroy & Beverly Johnson and Family
Melissa Rankins
July 11, 2010
Deborah and family, Reggie and I will be keeping you in our prayers. Your mother is resting comfortably with our heavenly father.
July 11, 2010
May God Bless you and the entire Banks Family in your time of sorrow. I love this family forever. Sister of Linda Brown Banks. God is with you.
Arnita Taliaferro and Family
Arvis Sills-Abban
July 11, 2010
To The Foster Family,
My heart pours out to you all during this difficult time. With my sincerest condolences, I pray for peace for each of you. Please know that Ms. Dorothy (mom) has touched many people and will live on in each of you.
May God continue to bless you all and keep you close in His loving arms.
With Love
Arvis Sills Abban and Family
Lisa Miller
July 10, 2010
To the Foster Family; you might not remember me but I used to work with Margaret and remember just about all the moma stories she use to enjoy telling. I am also a member of New Mount Olive. I send my deepest sympathy and pray that God guide you through this most difficult time of your life. My Prayers are with you all!! Lisa Miller (Williams)
Tanya Freeman
July 10, 2010
To Deborah and Entire Family:
Please accept our deepest sympathy. We will pray for the entire family and friends during this time of season. May God Be With Each and Everyone of You.
The Freeman Family Formerly of Buckroe.
Ipo Anderson
July 10, 2010
To the Foster Family,
Our deepest sympathy and heartfelt compassion to your entire family. We hope that you find comfort in knowing that the beloved Matriarch of your family is truly at peace and we are all blessed with the family that she leaves with us to celebrate her wonderful life and fond memories.
Ipo and Ronald Anderson
July 10, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
July 10, 2010
Deborah and Family:
Sending deepest thoughts and prayers during this difficult time to you and all family members.
Cynthia Wallace & Family
Leon & Carrie Mc Cray
July 10, 2010
Dear Ben and Jenny,
Please accept our heartfelt sympathy in the death of your sister.May the goodness of God's tender mercies abide with you now and in the days to come.
timothy todd
July 10, 2010
We are truly sorry to hear
of the lost of,
Mrs Foster.
May God bless you all,and heaven smile,
on you, and his spirit comfort you.
you will be in our prayers.
Timothy& Barbara Todd
Cheryl Smith
July 10, 2010
To the Foster family:
Our sincerest condolences are sent from Peyton, Colorado at the passing of your mother, Mrs. Dorothy Foster. Mrs. Foster was a dear, sweet, beautiful person that our family embraced as "thee" best neighbor any family could ever have. In the 13 years well lived next door on Corey Circle, she was truly one we felt was a "part of our family." A wonderfully gracious woman who always had a smile on her face and a kind word for anyone she spoke with. She will truly be missed!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of loss, but we can rejoice in knowing she is now free and sitting at the Father's feet.
Love, Cheryl (Hightower) Smith, Theresa Hightower and Family
Jane Curtis
July 10, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
July 10, 2010
Deborah & Family:
May God continue to give you strength in your time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bob & Virginia Coleman
Rachel (Jones ) Maynard
July 10, 2010
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010
EARNEST "RITZ' WILKERSON
July 10, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Gloria Corbin Taylor
July 10, 2010
So sorry for the loss of your mother, Rosa. May God comfort and sustain you and the rest of your family during this difficult time.
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