Photo courtesy of Swartz Funeral Home - Flint
Grand Blanc, Michigan
FOUST, Joseph Paul- Of Grand Blanc, age 67, died unexpectedly of a heart attack Thursday, February 25, 2016 in Flint, Michigan.
Memorial Visitation will be held 11am-2pm and 4-8pm Monday, February 29, 2016 at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Flint.
A Memorial Service will be held 12 Noon Tuesday, March 1, 2016 at the funeral home.
Pastor James Offrink officiating.
Cremation has taken place.
In lieu of flowers, family and friends are making contributions to the Hurley Burn Unit in Flint, Michigan, in memory of Joe’s dedication to fighting fires.
Joe was born to the late Louis and Violet Foust on December 19, 1948. Joe proudly dedicated his career in service to Flint as a firefighter for 17 years. He was a member and leader of the Flint Fire Fighters Union Local 352. Prior to his career as a firefighter, Joe worked in various capacities for the City of Flint. He took pride in being a landlord and in providing well-maintained homes to his renters.
Joe enjoyed being surrounded by friends and family. He valued good company, fine food, and quality entertainment. He approached every task with perfection in mind, from the simple things in life like eating a slice of pizza (he always saved the best bite for last) to renovating his houses. Joe was always ready with a helpful tip or a cold drink and an open heart. His homes, in Grand Blanc or Elk Rapids, were welcoming and warm. Joe’s positive influence was felt by everyone who knew him, and he will certainly be missed by all.
Surviving are wife of 37 years, Mary Foust;
Daughter, Jacquelyn Geda and son-in-law, Kyle Geda;
Brothers, Louis and Jon Foust;
Many nieces, nephews and treasured friends.
The family wishes to thank everyone for the incredible outpouring of sympathy and love.
He was preceded in death by his sister, Karolyn Hughson.
Mary & family, Joe was a first class guy,he proved it as union president & by the people he had as friends,all his Elk Rapids buddys.I always respected Joe while I was part of the firefighter family.Unfortunatly we are losing too many fine firefighters, it breaks my heart everytime I get the sad word of our fine men.May God Bless you and your family, you are in our prayers. retired Battalion Chief, Dick Davis & Gretchen.
March 03, 2016
Foust Family,
I am very sorry for your loss. He will never be forgotten. RIP Joe.
Steve Sweeney
March 03, 2016 | Retired F.F.D.
Mary,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Jacquie.
Hugs,
Cheryl and Connie McAtee
Cheryl England
March 03, 2016 | AZ
My respects from a fellow Flint landlord. Joe did more than his part in saving Flint for the people that live here. I saw his work and the people he gave jobs to. A real patriot. He will be missed in Flint.
Mark Farmer
March 02, 2016 | Flushing, MI
Mary and Jacquie,
So sorry to hear about Joe's passing.May God give you comfort during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Liz Morrison
March 02, 2016 | Grand Blanc, MI
Mary and Jackie,
I'm so sorry to hear about Joe. He was so friendly and a wonderful man and a great neighbor. My prayers are with you all thru this difficult time.
Barb Newman (Mulholland)
March 02, 2016
Sad to hear of the passing of my old classmate Joe.
Frank Shoichet
March 01, 2016 | Seattle, WA
Mary and Jackie;
Debbie and I were shocked and saddened to learn of Joe's passing. Yes he was too young to pass away and without sounding trite, he is now in a much better place and for eternity. RIP Joe, see you on the other side. Hope you have the coffee on.
And before I forget, thanks for all you did for your fire brothers and sisters. Thank you for your service.
Rick (Eric) and Debbie Galant
March 01, 2016 | Millington, MI
Very sad to hear of Joe's passing. I appreciated his tolerance and work ethic.
Melanie Poisson
March 01, 2016 | Flint, MI
