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Gladys Foster Obituary
Foster, Gladys E. Mottram Foster, age 92, of Bridgeport, beloved wife of Kenneth J. Foster, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2015 in Connecticut Hospice with her loving family by her side. Gladys was born on March 18, 1923 in Bridgeport and was the daughter of the late Charles Philip and Edith Hofmiller Mottram. Gladys was employed by Stratford Town Fair as a Sales Associate for many years. She was an avid gardener, great cook and baker and enjoyed spending time at her summer cabin in Rhode Island with family. In addition to her beloved husband Kenneth of 68 years, Gladys is also survived by one son, Jeffrey Foster and wife Nancy of Stratford, three grandchildren, Brian J. Foster, Lauren M. Foster and fiancé Thomas Memoli and Jason J. Foster and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her beloved parents, Gladys was also predeceased by three brothers. A Graveside Service will be held on Monday, August 10, 2015 at 10:00 AM in Park Cemetery. Friends may call at the Galello-Luchansky Funeral Home, 2220 Main Street, Stratford on Saturday, August 8, 2015 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. To celebrate a life, please visit us at www.galellofuneralhome.com.
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Kimberley Jackson
August 1, 2022
Not a day goes by that I and my daughter don´t look at your home and think of you.... Your front yards garden still blooms every year. We Love & Think Of both You & Mr. Foster Often.... Thanks for the memories
Nancy Esposito
August 11, 2015
I didnt even say goodbye. Last conversation I had with her was that she wanted me to come over & sit in the backyard with her. Rest in peace. Let me know what I can do to help. Sorry I missed services. I dont read the Post anymore. Sympathy to Mr. Foster & Jeff & family....
Nancy Zuiewski
August 11, 2015
Sorry to hear about your mom. My mom has not been feeling well or else she would have attended (and she just told me). Sincerely, Nancy
Maria Trombetta
August 10, 2015
Gladys they say God puts people in our lives for a reason, you came into my life so that I could have another mother figure, I love you and Kenneth both with all my heart and soul.
Rest in peace my adopted mom, there's another angel to watch over us now.
Kimberley Jackson
August 8, 2015
May the LORD welcome you with open arms. You truly will be missed. Thank you for welcoming my daughter's & I to Freeman St.
Stan Zaczek
August 7, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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