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Evelyn Foster Obituary

FOSTER, Evelyn Marie Beckner, 99, of Tampa, went home to be with the

Lord May 20, 2011. She was born in Onnalinda, Pa, and lived in Tampa since 1963. She was predeceased by her husband, John; her parents and brother; and had no children. She is survived by distant cousins, Rebecca Boyd and Dr. Joe Patterson. She traveled the country with her husband, who was in bridge construction. Later she worked as a medical lab technician for Patterson-Coleman Labs until her retirement in 1984. She was very active in Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, WELCA Dorcas Circle, and Church Women United Clothes Closet. She traveled widely after her mother's death and lived her life devoted to Christ and enjoying her friends. Her memorial service will take place at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 25, at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 501 S. Dale Mabry, Tampa, followed by lunch. If you wish, contributions may be made to Faith Cafe (South Tampa homeless ministry) c/o Good Shepherd.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by TBO.com on May 22, 2011.

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Evelyn Cartledge

June 8, 2011

We will miss you, my friend and co-worker.
Evelyn Cartledge

Rick Stoner

May 23, 2011

All my love to a wonderful friend...always in my thoughts and my heart. May you enjoy the special place in heaven so much deserved...until the next time we meet, have the lassy bread ready.
Love Always,
Rick & Denise

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