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Lena Foster Obituary

A native of Simmesport, LA and a resident of Baker, LA. She departed this life on Saturday, October 19, 2013. She was 85 years old and a retired school teacher of West Feliciana Parish. She was an Order of Eastern Star. Religious service at Greater New Canaan B.C., St. Francisville, LA on Saturday, October 26, 2013 at 11:00am conducted by Pastor Larry Pate, Jr., interment at Southern Memorial Gardens. She is survived by two son; George Foster(Lucy), Baker and James Foster(Janice), Baton Rouge, LA; godchildren, Donna Alexander(Mack Sr.), Zachary, LA and Tyrone Gay, Baton Rouge; five sisters, Eva Jackson, Manerva Thornton, Gracie Watkins and Mary Sims all of Port Arthur, TX, Janie Lloyd of Kansas City, MO; four brothers, Dempsey Spears, Simmesport, Aaron Spears(Patricia) and Joseph Spears(Linda), Port Arthur TX; and Philip Spears(Dean) of Baker; Preceded in death by her husband and parents. Arrangements entrusted to Miller & Daughter Mortuary

Published by The Advocate from Oct. 23 to Oct. 25, 2013.
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May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

shirley Ennis

October 26, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

AIVIN BAINS

October 25, 2013

Our thoughs and prayers are with you at this time.Mrs. Foster was a caring and kind person who really loved God and her neighbors.
Mr.& Mrs.Mitchell Tate Jr.

October 25, 2013

Our hearts are sad for Lena's family, and for ourselves as her friends who loved her, yet we are rejoicing for her as she is finally with the Lord that she has loved and trusted for so long.

Doug and Karen Neal

October 25, 2013

George & Lucy,
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Mrs. Foster was a wonderful person who cared about all of her students.

St. Francisville High School Class of 1971

October 24, 2013

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Ledoris Allen

October 24, 2013

We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. We're sending you a hug from afar.

Mr. & Mrs. Tasco "Chuck" Smothers, Jr.

October 24, 2013

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Blanche Allen Ginyard

October 24, 2013

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.

Amelia Allen Hilliard

October 24, 2013

Amelia Allen Hilliard

October 24, 2013

Family, Mrs. Foster touched many lives in a positive way.

Most importantly, she worked out her soul's salvation years ago. She was prepared. Be encouraged.

You are in our prayers and our thoughts.

The Veal Family,
(Shirley, Dorothy, Elvin Jr. & Irene)

Weyanoke, LA

October 24, 2013

Family, you have my deepest sympathy.

Linda Moncriffe

October 24, 2013

To the Foster family may God the Father and our Lord Jesus Christ give you grace and peace.

October 24, 2013

May the ONE who makes no mistakes comfort you during your hours of bereavement.

Pastor and Mrs. Earl Comena

October 24, 2013

our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mrs Foster was a virtuous woman.The work she have done at Greater New Canaan will speak for her.

Leon & Suzie Bailey

October 24, 2013

Our thought and prayer are with you and your family Leon and Suzie Bailey St. Francisville La.

October 24, 2013

With Deepest Sympathy

Sherri Tucker

October 24, 2013

My deepest sympathy is extended to the family of one of the most inspiring and religiously motivated women I have ever known. Mrs. Foster touched so many lives in the West Feliciana community; she will be sorely missed. It was an honor to have known her. Heaven is making a joyful noise; Mrs. Foster wouldn't have had it no other way.

Dianne Williams

October 24, 2013

Lucy and the Entire Foster Family,

Mrs. Foster was my seventh grade math teacher in St. Francisville. She always had a smile to share and a word of encouragement to give. Please accept my condolences on your loss. I pray that you will find strength in the support of family members and friends, and your faith in God. Always cherish your memories of Mrs. Foster and allow them to bring you comfort. Although your hearts are heavy, please know that earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal.

Barbara Alexander

October 24, 2013

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Mr. and Mrs. Henry Allen Jr.

October 23, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Demetria Allen McKinsey and Family

October 23, 2013

George and Philip, sorry to hear about your lost, but you know the Lord needed a strong solider to come home, I will continue to pray for your family. If there is anything I can do please don't hesitate to call.

Karliss Campbell

October 23, 2013

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