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Germaine Foster Obituary
Greenville - Germaine Marie (Cilento) Foster, 54, wife of Scott Foster, of Greenville, died Saturday, December 23, 2017.
Born in Chelsea, MA, she was a daughter of Dr. Bartley G. Cilento, Sr. and the late Margaret Doyon Cilento.
Germaine served in the United States Navy Nurse Corps during the First Persian Gulf War and was a member of Faith Free Presbyterian Church.
In addition to her father and loving husband of 20 years, she is survived by five children, Samuel, Jonathan, Megan, Catherine, and Joshua Foster; seven siblings, Dr. Bartley Cilento, Jr. (Leanora), of Canton, MA, Becky Bushey, of Old Orchard Beach, ME, Barbara Saad (Ramzi), of Marshfield, MA, Matt Cilento (Eileen), of Chelmsford, MA, Catherine Armstrong (David), of Marshfield, MA, Maria Murphy, of Chelmsford, MA, and Jennifer Merlan (Christopher), of Pembroke, MA; and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her mother, Germaine was preceded in death by her maternal grandmother, Margaret Flayhan; and paternal grandparents, Angelo and Rose Cilento.
A funeral service will be held Saturday, December 30, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. at Faith Free Presbyterian Church. Burial will be held in Graceland Cemetery, West.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the fund of her children's higher education care of Scott Foster, 1207 Haywood Rd., Greenville, SC 29615.
Condolences may be made to the family by visiting www.thomasmcafee.com.
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Bonnie Bulach CAPT, NC, USN (retired)
October 14, 2024
Dear family of my ole shipmate Germaine Cilento. Germaine & I served in the U.S. Navy Nurse Corps together in Okinawa, Japan. We made many memories together with Navy Colleagues at many Navy & Marine Corps social gatherings. I just learned of her passing on a recent Navy Nurse Corps Reunion Cruise & so saddened that she left her family & her Navy family way to soon. I have so many excellent photos of our good times spent together in Okinawa. Prayers & -blessings to her memory & spirit to live on forever. Bonnie Bulach Ph/text: 757-773-9571
Robert
January 14, 2018
To the family,
Grief and pain that come with death can be difficult to bear. Sometimes the comfort that we need comes from those who love us. It may also be found in words such as these. And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away. The fulfillment of these words will bring an end to all grief and sorrow. It will be a blessed time for all.
A friend
Sharon & Mark Cirone
January 11, 2018
Dear Cilento family,
We are just learning about this and our hearts are breaking with the thought of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We're at a loss for words...
Leslie Stefani- Stenbeck
January 6, 2018
To the entire Cilento family....
Very sorry for your loss of a daughter and sister. I have fond memories of your family as a child. Germaine always had a wonderful smile and temperament....may she rest in peace and god bless you all...
Ernie and Joanne Massa
December 30, 2017
Dr. Cilento, we are saddened by the loss of your daughter. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Ernie and Joanne Massa and family.
Helen D'Alessandro
December 30, 2017
Our hearts go out to Dr.cilento and his family on the loss of your beautiful daughter. Helen & Bob D'Alessandro
Lori Murphy
December 29, 2017
So very sorry for your loss. Dr CilentoYou and your family are in my prayers. May your daughter Rest In Peace Prayers being sent for her children. In Deepest Sympathy Lori and Tom Murphy
Beth E Berner
December 29, 2017
Germaine was an inspiration and encouragement to me as a woman who loved her Savior fervently. She will be greatly missed.
The Busheys
December 28, 2017
To the Foster Family, Our deepest sympathies and prayers for Germaine and her wonderful family. May she find peace in God and Heaven, and may you find strength to carry on in her passing.
Always, the Bushey Family
December 28, 2017
Our hearts are heavy for the dear family but rejoicing she is painfree and with the Saviour. With our love and prayers, the Gingerys
Steven Lee
December 28, 2017
Germaine was a dedicated mother, a strong believer, and an honest friend. Her presence and her prayers will be missed in our church.
Ed and Pam Dunbar
December 28, 2017
Praise God for a life well lived, a battle well fought, and a crown well won. And all of this to the glory of His dear Name!
We are praying for your entire family trusting you will know His grace, mercy, and peace.
Timothy McCann
December 28, 2017
I will always remember my "Gear for precision" road rally co-pilot. I would have been lost without her. Rest in peace dear Germaine and help others find their way.
Kathy Culclasure
December 27, 2017
Dear Scott and family, I am so sorry about the loss of your wife and mother. Germaine was so special to me. Her words of encouragement and prayers meant so much to me during my treatment for Cancer. I will miss her so much, but know she is now resting in the arms of Jesus. It was such a privilege and blessing to know her and have her as a friend. . Please know I am here to help you in any way I can in the days ahead. Love, Kathy Culclasure
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