Donald Foisie Obituary

Donald Foisie, 81, of Humble, Texas, passed away Saturday, March 9, 2013 after a courageous battle with cancer.

Donald is survived by his wife, Rita Foisie; his daughter, Donna Crocker and her husband Gary; his son, Daniel Foisie and his wife Donna; and son David Foisie. He also leaves behind four grandchildren, Jennifer Loehding and husband Ryan; Sharon Dearth and husband Anthony; Kendra Foisie; and Ryan Foisie; six great-grandchildren, Cara, Paige, Sean, Joshua, Raegan and Lauren; and two sisters, Dorothy Boucher of Tampa, Florida and Shirley Messier of Nashua, New Hampshire.

Donald was born November 22, 1931 in Nashua, New Hampshire. On September 13, 1952 he married the former Rita Bergeron and they enjoyed 60 years together. Donald was a decorated war hero, a Purple Heart veteran who dedicated his life to raising awareness of soldiers lost in Korea, the Forgotten War. After leaving the military, Don was a self-employed business owner in the Humble area. He was a published author, poet, and sought-after public speaker, having gained recognition for penning "Red Blood in the Sand," "Small Pocket Bible," and "I Am the American Flag", among other works. He was also an accomplished painter and wood-carver, and enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Don could often be seen in the community attending his grandchildren's many athletic and dance events, one of his favorite pastimes.

A memorial service will be held at 10:00 am, Friday, March 22 at Atascocita Lutheran Church, 7927 FM 1960 East, with Pastor David Tart officiating. Interment will follow at Houston National Cemetery (Veterans Memorial), 10410 Veterans Memorial Drive. Donations may be made to the Donald Robert Foisie Memorial Fund which provides scholarships to the Kingwood High School ROTC.

Published by The Humble Observer from Mar. 18 to Mar. 31, 2013.
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Dad, tomorrow marks 1 month since you left us. I can hardly believe it. There will always be a candle burning in my heart for you. I love you so very much. I was so very blessed to have you for 59 years and yet I still want more. Love and kisses and hugs to you in heaven. May you rest in peace now as you accomplished everything in life you set out to do. Your memory will be with me to my end of life. Thank you for being such a great dad. I owe you so much. Donna

Donna Crocker

April 8, 2013

Dad, I still miss you tremendously. My heart still hurts and tears are still falling. I love you!!!!!
Your daughter, Donna

April 2, 2013

Popo,
You have had such a huge impact on my life. There are so many great memories I have had with you that I think about every day. I'll never forget everything that you have done for me. I love you

April 2, 2013

Popo,
The wisdom you have shared with me is unmeasurable, and all of your love and guidance, priceless. Because of you, I am proud to be a Foisie. I carry you with me in my heart every day. All my love.

Kendra Foisie

April 1, 2013

Popo,
I ran into a gentlemen today at Walmart who was wearing a Korean War hat. I am reminded that though you are gone, your memory is very much alive. Remembering you today and always.
I love you! Sharon

April 1, 2013

60 years with you;it is hard for me to accept that you are gone.My heart is heavy until we meet again I love you

Rita Foisie

April 1, 2013

My son, grandson and I attended the dedication of the veterans park at Creekwood MS last year. You Sir make me proud to be a veteran. Thank you so very much for your service to this beautiful country. Andy Lemoine

March 22, 2013

Don,

I would like to thank you for all the wonderful laughs in the morning at the Humble Inn. I always enjoyed listening to all your stories and adventures. I loved when you would put the guys at the table in their place. It's was an honor to sit at the table each morning and have breakfast before work each day it brighten my work day. God Bless and I will see you soon:)

Stacey Dawn

March 21, 2013

I shall always love you Dad. My heart is heavy. You gave so much and as a father you were the best. May you rest in peace with our heavenly father and know that your family will always hold you in their hearts. I love you Dad.
Your daughter,
Donna

Donna Crocker

March 20, 2013

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