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Thomas Scott FOSTER

Thomas FOSTER Obituary

FOSTER Thomas Scott, 63, husband of Marijo Foster, departed this life on Oct 14, 2010 following a brief illness. Born in Gloversville, NY, on May 25, 1947, he was the son of Charles and Evelyn Foster. Tom was a professor at the UK College of Pharmacy, and he continued to be active in teaching, research, and service roles at UK until shortly before his passing. He held joint faculty appointments as Professor in the UK College of Medicine, Department of Anesthesiology, and the UK College of Public Health, Department of Health Services Management. Dr. Foster served as Executive Chair of the Human Subjects Institutional Review Board for over twenty years. Dr. Foster enjoyed many roles with the United States Pharmacopeial Convention, the national body that establishes standards for medications distributed within the U.S. This year he received the Beal Award for Distinguished Volunteer Service to the U.S.P., the highest award of that important non-governmental standards agency. Tom was a man of many talents, a man of many friends. His number of friends was almost matched by his number of bowties, his sartorial signature. An avid sailor, he was happiest when with his grandchildren sailing on Seneca Lake in New York's Finger Lakes Region where his family has a summer home. Two Airedales, Commander and Chief were his constant companions. In addition to his wife, survivors include his daughter, Megan (David) Sullivan, Isle of Guernsey, UK; his son, Thomas Scott (Courtney) Foster, Jr., Ocean City, NJ; six grandchildren, the Sullivan boys - Davey, Charlie, and Tommy and the Fosters - Jack, Van, and Jane Scott; as well as a sister, Bonnie (Bob) Bruss, Braselton, GA. Services will be 2:30pm Sun, Oct 17th at Memorial Hall on the University of Kentucky campus. Visitation will be noon until service time at Memorial Hall. Contributions suggested to The Lexington School, 1050 Lane Allen Rd, Lex, KY 40504 or the UK College of Pharmacy, 789 S Limestone St, Lex, KY 40536. (Please include Dr. Foster's name with your gift). www.milwardfuneral.com

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Published by Lexington Herald-Leader from Oct. 15 to Oct. 16, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Thomas FOSTER

17 Entries

Rich Baker

August 8, 2011

Tom was a father and friend to many of us. He was my mentor and provided me with the tools, confidence and foundation to succeed. Rest assured that his legacy is strong and will live on for generations.

Cliff & Judi Lott

October 21, 2010

Dear Marijo, Megan & Scott,

We just learned of Tom's passing here in the Finger Lakes. Our deepest sympathies to all of you.

Cliff and Judi Lott

Mark Warda

October 19, 2010

Seneca Lake will not be the same without seeing Tom in his boat gliding across the water. Our deepest sympathies to the entire family. Marie and Mark Warda

Claire Poore

October 18, 2010

Dr. Foster was a memorable and valued teacher and will be missed by all those he influenced during his career. Many sympathies to his family.

Ron Taylor

October 16, 2010

Having known Tom for several years, he was always professional and dedicated. Tom was a friend to many and will be deeply missed. My sympathies to all your family.

October 16, 2010

Dear Marijo and Family,
I was truly shocked and deeply saddened to hear of Tom's passing. It seems like only a short time ago we were all at UK and in the Pharm.D. program. We learned much from our faculty -- but also much from each other.
Tom's career touched the lives and health of so many. He will be deeply missed. My sympathy to all of you -- friends, family, and colleagues -- at this time of this profound sadness.

Avis J. Ericson, Pharm.D.

Clarence F Sullivan III

October 16, 2010

My favorite faculty member of all. After these many years I still recall his teachings vividly. I'll miss you.

Jimmi Hatton Kolpek

October 16, 2010

Tom's passion for life, family and the profession of pharmacy were evident every day of his life-This loss leaves a hole in the hearts of his colleagues and friends that will always be an empty space, reminding us of how blessed we were to have been touched by his leadership, smile, encouragement and wisdom. His strength of character and professionalism will be held onto in our memories forever. Please know how deeply sorry we are for your family in this time of such loss.

October 16, 2010

Dear Marijo, Megan and Scott,
Lindsey and I and our family would like to express our deepest sympathy to your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Judy Apple

Joe Bark MD

October 16, 2010

Dear Marijo,

Several short years ago, Tom talked to our Thursday noon Rotary Club about what we thought was a quirky subject relating to computers. Some of us thought he must have invented a new dental medicine when he said that the next big thing was something called "Blue Tooth." But since then we have seen how right he was, and how he seemed to see into the future, reassuring all of us friends that no matter what might happen in the world, we could all work together to make it a better place. He never greeted me wih anything but that bright smile and happy eyes that seemed to see right into one's soul, with a knowledge and a sense for saying the right words to forever make this a more normal yet memorable day. He was a model of our "Four-Way Test," living his life to make life "beneficial for all concerned." No one ever met him who was not better for having done so. We will miss those bright eyes and that wise smile. We will miss this truly wonderful man. God bless you and the family.

Gay Harlowe

October 15, 2010

Deepest sympathy to the family.

Isabel and Mike Kasperbauer

October 15, 2010

Mike and I send you and your family our deepest sympaphy.
Megan and Scott,please receive the love of your old teacher that will be thinking and praying for you.

E. C. Seeley

October 15, 2010

Dr. Foster and I served on various state committees together and I was always impressed by his intellect and dedication to his profession and the welfare of our Commonwealth. He will be greatly missed. E. C. Seeley, M.D.

Cliff Hynniman

October 15, 2010

Dear Maryjo & family
My deepest sympathy. Throughout Tom's career he was a good friend, a fellow sailor, and very special colleague. His contribution to pharmacy was unparalleled. I will miss him as will the profession. He passed far too young.

Lana Spicer

October 15, 2010

Dear Marijo, Tom was a great colleague and friend to the staff, faculty and University. He will be truly missed by everyone. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

John and Ima Armitstead

October 15, 2010

A wonderful husband, father, grandfather, friend, colleague, resident, professional, professor, pharmacist, citizen; Tom you will be missed dearly by many. Your impact on this earth has been extraordinary. God Bless!

Donna Dickenson

October 15, 2010

Dr. Foster was a blessing to us all. With deepest sympathies.

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