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Robert Nelson
April 11, 2023
I remember Professor Foy as one of the most empathetic and kindest instructors I ever had. I was young and didn’t have words when he died, but I want his family to know every student I knew at the time including myself felt the world lost a fantastic educator and human. So sorry for your loss.
LaTonya Brown
April 27, 2004
Jennifer,
Rev. Foy will be greatly missed by thousands. His energy was unbelieveable and he made you believe you could do things that you had no faith to do. He was one of the people who stressed to me that you have to take some chances in life and everybody may not like it but everybody doesn't have to like it and as long as GOD is pleased, it'll be alright. He was wise beyond his years and I know he will watch over his family from heaven. Take Care Jennifer and GOD will continue to bless you and your children.
Rev La Wanda Pope
April 17, 2004
Jennifer, Woman of God,I continuosly pray your strength in the Lord through His Joy. May God equip you and empower you daily for each task He need you to complete. I know the Love of God will keep you and the children prospering in every area of your lives.
Trusting God Always,
Rev. Pope & Family
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Shelby Foy
April 17, 2004
This note is to Thank everyone who signed our guest book, and to let you know we appreciate every word of kindness, your cards, your love, your prayers. Keep praying for us. We love all of you so much. I am Rev. Foy's Mother. (Shelby Foy)
Carolyn Curtis
April 7, 2004
We would like to express our condolences from Security Services of America on your loss (employer of Glenda Gilchrist). May God bless and keep you in this trying time.
Eva Ghant
April 6, 2004
Sister Foy & Family: God Bless you and may the days ahead bring some comfort and peace to your hearts. I didn't know Rev. Foy personally, I saw him when he was at Ebenezer, Evanston, Il. God Bless You All.
LaTonya Brown
April 6, 2004
Jennifer,
God Bless you and the children. You will have many memories to share with your children.
Sybrina Thompson
April 3, 2004
Although I didn't really know Rev. Foy personally, just being around him and seeing how he carried himself was enough to know that he was truly a special man of God. May God keep the family and close friends in his loving care. My prayers are with you. God bless!
Brenda Harris
April 2, 2004
Jennifer Foy and Family:
Rev. Foy was such a dynamic person; a true man of God.
May the Lord give you peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Evelyn Hamilton
April 2, 2004
Jennifer. I am deeply sorry for your loss. May the peace of God bring you comfort in the difficult days ahead.
with love, your cousin
Marsha Peeler
April 2, 2004
Jennifer my prayers are with you. I was so terribly sorry to hear of Arthur's passing. From all I have read and heard he was a true man of God. May God keep, heal and comfort you through this time of grief. Love to you and the children.
(your cousin from Chicago)
Bessie Thurman
April 1, 2004
Casting all your cares on Him, for He cares for you. You are in our thoughts and our prayers during these sad times.
Judy Gillen
April 1, 2004
Rev. Foy will be missed by so many. He was such a good sup.porter of the Human Rights Ordinance as we carefully crafted it for the city of Duluth. Duluth was fortunate to have had his presence. God Bless
Sandra Benton
April 1, 2004
Mrs. Foy,
Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. I am praying for the entire Foy family. God will continue to provide everything you need for you and the children.
Nikki Morrow
April 1, 2004
My prayers to you and your family for the lost of your loved one. I cannot say I understand what you are going through, but I do know how it feels to lose a loved one. Remember that GOD is on your side amd will always be there for you.
Sandra Hill
April 1, 2004
Sincere condolence to the Foy family. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. May God be with you .
Sandra Hill,
Ebenezer AME Church
Evanston, Illinois
Janine Lewis
April 1, 2004
To the Foy family:
God chose to bring one of His very best home. I remember Rev. Foy from our Mission journey to Jamaica. Please know that my prayers are with you.
Janine
Rev. Kenneth Christmon
April 1, 2004
Rev. Aurthur Foy was a friend of Wilberforce University! He will be missed, as he sought to truly minister to the needs of young people by providing them an avenue to pursue their education! He was more than a man - he was a great man and he will be missed!
Wilberforce University - Office of Admissions
Lamonte Blades
April 1, 2004
Mrs. Foy My prayers and thoughts are with you and the children, may God continue to strenghen and encourage you through this trying time.
Rev. Carolyn Vessel
April 1, 2004
Dear Jennifer and children,
I know you know God and His capabilities during whatever season we may be in our lives. My prayer is that as He guides you safely through this important time in your life, that you may feel second by second God's embrace, peace and love. Jennifer you'll always be a first lady.
Love Pastor Vessel, Tony, the Way of Life Steppers, officers and members
Rev. E. Anne Henning Byfield
April 1, 2004
Mrs. Foy and Family
My sincere prayers, along with St. Paul AME Church Detroit, are with you. I am grateful for the time of sharing we had with Arthur. May you be strengthened by God's love.
Stephanie Saunders
March 31, 2004
Dearest Jennifer and Family,
I'm very sorry for your loss. Rev. Foy was a special man. We were all blessed to know him and be a part of his ministry while he was here at Ebenezer. He taught me so much about worshipping the Lord in Spirit and in truth. Thank you for sharing him with us. I pray for the Holy Spirit to be a comfort to you and your kids through the days ahead. Hold onto the Lord's promise that He will never leave you nor forsake you. He'll be with you always. May the peace of God be with you.
Carey Grady
March 31, 2004
To the Foy family. You have my deepest sympathy. The "Grass withereth the flower fadeth but the word of our God shall stand forever."
Rev. Carey A. Grady
St.Peter's A.M.E. Church
Decatur, Illinois
Jan Kuykendall
March 31, 2004
Arthur will be greatly missed. He was a good friend and a wonderful musician. My condolences go out to the enire family. God Bless
Evangelist Jan Kuykendall
Pastor Davetta McBride
March 31, 2004
To Pastor Foy's Family, God makes no mistakes and he loves trememdously. I loved Arthur as my spiritual son and I know he had planned to be with me during our May convocation. I will miss him and I know that you all miss him tremendously. He was a good father, husband, Pastor , friend and spiritual son. May God Bless and keep you in his care.
Love Mother McBride & Family
katrisa hilliard
March 31, 2004
To the foy family. I truly hold your family deep in my heart. Rev Foy has insired me to complete so many missions I neded to get though. The world will be missing such an awsome person but heaven will be gaining a truly wonderful gift. His journey will continue to go on. Love Always. Katrisa and family
Rev. & Mrs.Robert Thomas
March 31, 2004
Jennifer and family,
Our prayers are with you during this difficult time. Keep your hand in God's hand our sustainer and comforter.
Marjorie Bias
March 31, 2004
A prayer for Jennifer: Lord, help Jennifer through her grief and loss then heal her heart, renew her joy and grant her strength to carry on.
Jeri Rankins
March 31, 2004
I am grateful to have known Rev Foy, who was a very dynamic organist at my church (Ebenezer AME, Evanston. I was truly impressed at the way he has touched so many young people. Please know that I hold your family in my prayers. May the spirit of the living God dwell in you richly as you face these difficult times. God promised you would not have to fight any battle...I urge you to give this one to Him. He will give you peace that surpasses ALL understanding. Those that dwell in the secret place of the Most High, shall rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I believe Rev. Foy is resting in God's shadow. God bless.
Vera Washington
March 31, 2004
May God's peace and comfort continue to be with you and your children during this difficult time.
Our prayers are with you.
Brandy Peeler
March 31, 2004
I am a very distance cousin of Jennifers (Aunt Evelyns grandaughter) and I would just like to express my condolences on your lost. I remember your wedding and he had a beautiful voice and I know he is singing in heaven the praises of God.
Carolyn Bell
March 31, 2004
Jennifer, Rev. and Mrs Foy
I am sorry for your loss.
Rev. Foy impacted me in a great way. I will never forget his encouragment to me,his love for the Gospel and his love for his music. What a difference he made at EBenezer in the worship. What a difference he made in me.
Know that I am praying for you, that God will cover you with his wings and provide the comfort that you and your family need.
Tom Moibi
March 31, 2004
May the Lord Almighty shower Pastor Foy's Family with Blessings.
Tim & Lola Lawson
March 31, 2004
To the Foy Family,
May your heart and your faith stay fixed upon Jesus Christ as you go through this difficult loss. Be assured that He is holding you and will not let you go. God bless you and allow the power of Christ's resurrection to sustain you, for we know that Jesus is soon to return to take His children home. Lovingly submitted, Your cousins Lola McGuire Lawson and Timothy Lawson
Terry Slater
March 31, 2004
Shelby Foy,
You are in my prayers. May God bless you and keep watch over you as you travel along the dangerous highways and bring you safely back to us. With Great Love.
Terry
james bolick
March 31, 2004
I am praying for you all. May God's Love shine on you during this difficult timel.
Patricia Spence-Reid
March 31, 2004
To Jennifer, Arthur, Shelby and family,
You have my deepest sympathy. Transition is very difficult but remember to trust in the Lord for he will not leave you nor forsake you.
Your cousin in Christ,
Mary L. Boyd-Foy
March 31, 2004
Dearest Jennifer:
You and my family have my heartfelt
sympathy. I pray that our Heavenly
Father will embrace you with his
love, strength and great courage.
Lovingly, Cousin Mary L. Boyd-Foy
christsantha rearden
March 30, 2004
Prayer can span the distance when folks are far apart, so we will keep all of you in our prayers and close within our hearts. God loves you and so do we, Deacon & Mrs. Jasper T. Rearden and family
Girtha MIller
March 30, 2004
May you find comfort in your fondest memories of your beloved and his love of God and his many good works finished here on earth with you.
Norris & Queen Hart
March 30, 2004
Jennifer, Rev. Foy is now safe in the arms of Jesus. We were blessed with the priviledge to know him . Be encouraged and know that you and your family are in our prayers. To God be the GLORY !
Joe & Joy Young
March 30, 2004
To jennifer and the children, from our family. God will strengthen you and keep you. He has our brother and friend in His place and we will see him again. Know that we are praying for you, with you and are here for you.
Edith Butler-Pearson
March 30, 2004
In the hearts of all who knew him his memory lives, his love endures - Author Unknown
My deepest sympathy to the family of Rev. Foy.
Rev. Cheryl Green
March 30, 2004
Jennifer,
May the God of all comfort and peace and everlasting joy, be an continuous presence to you and the kids, now and always.
Thank you for sharing Arthur with us.
Blessings and peace.
chandreva wesley
March 30, 2004
I am very sorry what happened to P.Foy.He was a friend of mine and my pastor.
P.Foy will be missed but he will always be in my heart.
The best wishes to the long road of recovery.
Edward Hooks
March 30, 2004
May God Bless His Family in their time of sorrow. He will be sadly missed by the lives he has touched in Racine Wisconsin, we look forward to seeing him in again someday when we all meet in glory.
Alecia Daniels
March 30, 2004
Rev.Foy will be greatly missed by many. We should all remember what he has poured into our spiritual lives and benefit from it. Our prayers are with Jennifer and the children as well as his other family members.
Marie Spann
March 30, 2004
I would just like to send my condolance to the Family of Rev. A Authur Foy.
I am praying for you all. May God's Love shine on you during this difficult time.
Rev. Foy was a great Man, and touched so many lives in one way another. I will always treasure my memory of him, how much he loved the Lord.
May God Bless You all.
Renee Thornton
March 30, 2004
May God bless and keep you during the loss of your loved one. We will keep you in our prayers.
Rev. and Lic. Mrs. James W. Parker, III
March 30, 2004
May God comfort you in this hour. We are praying for you and your family.
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