Robert Lawrence Foye

I donated to the college scholarship set up in honor of Robert and sent the below message... I wanted to post it here too, because it summarizes my thoughts about our dear Robert.

His scholarship fund is www.paypal.me/RobertLawrenceFoye

Robert was such an easy going and good natured guy. He was always fun to be around with such a great attitude.

He interned for my company and during that time I was able to have lots of conversations with him about sales, business and customer service. Robert went out into the field with me several times and I got to teach him how to talk to customers. But really - he didn't need too much help, because he was a natural.

I have an older brother and sister, Mike and Gena, that I love very much - but I never had a younger brother. I thought of Robert like the younger brother I never had. If I ever had a younger brother, I would have wanted him to be just like Robert.

I miss talking with him. He will be missed, but NEVER forgotten.

We miss you Robert!

With much love,
Gary

Dear Robert,

I remember the day you were born. I remember that my mom - your Grammy - called me from Houston to tell me the joyous news. He's here! she exclaimed, with excitement that was palpable all the way to my office phone in Chicago. She told me all about your birth, and at the end of our call, I said, By they way, Mom, happy birthday. She had forgotten that, with the arrival of her first grandchild, she had a new person with whom to share future birthday celebrations.

I remember walking you to preschool. Before I had children of my own, I visited you in twice Hong Kong and again in London, where I got to hold your little hand and walk you to preschool. I remember that you excitedly showed off how you could count to 100. You had American parents and the most charming British accent and I loved hearing what you had to say. You were so smart, so interesting, even as a toddler. I loved you then, and I love you now.

I remember you as a boy, visiting us in Houston. You were the leader of the cousins, always causing a ruckus. You drove me crazy, running all around, being a kid. In retrospect, I wish I had yelled at you less and hugged you more. You were a great host when we visited you in Jakarta and then in Shanghai. You led your cousins to countless adventures. My kids have always had the privilege of having you as their eldest cousin. They've always looked up to you. Since you left us, they've connected with you in prayer. I hope you can hear them, and I hope you know how profoundly you are missed.

I remember you as a young man. I remember being astonished that I had to tilt my face upward to hug you in recent years. Your smile was infectious and your laugh sounded a lot like your dad's. You took the time to come watch your cousins - my twins - play basketball. You cheered them on, you charmed the moms in the bleachers, and you made a memory that we will all cherish.

When I remember you, it is all those versions of you that come to mind. Those 19 years came and went far too quickly. I'm grateful for every one of them. I can't believe you're gone, and I will always, always remember you.

Love,
Aunt Heather

Dear Robert
I am so so sorry to hear the news of young Robert. We are well know him for long time through your Weibo sharing. I hope you feel the love of friends and family surround you every day to cross the difficult moment.

All our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will always remember Robert and his radiant smile. The Sea Dragons football games, the New Orleans Tulane week end, Shanghai... We shared so many vibrant memories together. We love you and wish courage and strength. Sophie and Stephane Wilmet

To the Foye family, I saw your son's obituary in the NY Times and I felt compelled to send you my condolences. We lost our son in a similar way on Dec. 3 and I share your grief and loss. I know you are heartbroken, I will remember you in my thoughts and prayers.

I read the obituary in the NYT that described a life that had started globally and was on a path that would create positive memories all around him. Sincere condolences from my wife, kids and me to your whole family during such a heart wrenching time. Our thoughts are with you and his siblings.

Robert and Kristi, I am so very sorry to hear of Roberts passing. May he rest in peace and your family find solace and peace with fond memories of a beautiful life.

Sending my heartfelt condolences to all of the Foye family. Rest in peace Robert Lawrence Foye, it was a pleasure to have met you in Houston last summer.

No words can truly capture our shared pain. Robert was an extraordinarily gifted young man. His talents were multiple. His passions numerous. His outlooks wide-ranging. We loved to watch Robert literally fly through the air whilst playing football in Shanghai to help his beloved Sea Dragons team win the games. He excelled at basketball. He was intense, he was fun, he was interesting, he was curious. He loved travels. He appreciated all his experiences in China, Indonesia and around the world. He was a Global Citizen with a kind heart. Robert was a dear and loyal friend to our older son, always keeping in touch despite the distances. We will deeply, deeply miss him but cherish his memories, the precious moments we shared together and the lessons learnt. We wish Annabel, Meredith, William, Kristianna and Robert Sr strength and love.

Robert, I will miss you forever and I love you so much. You meant so much to me.

Dear Robert, I'm writing this with much sadness as you've shared so many wonderful stories about your son. Your family is strong and we send our deepest condolences.

Rest In Peace Robert Lawrence Foye. To Robert Snr & family, my heartfelt condolences and may your hearts & minds forever be reminded of the wonderful life Robert had lived. He squeezed many experiences into his short, but busy, 19 years.

We remembered when Robert stayed in our house in lower Manhattan with our son Ming. We had a good sense he loved the city and was able to fit right in traveling the subways through Manhattan and the outer boroughs. We are deepened saddened by the loss of young Robert and our hearts go out to his entire family. Daniel Alterman and Li Wah Lai

Missing Little Robert everyday

So so very sorry to hear of your tragic loss. Heartbreaking. Much love & condolences from Jo, Russ, Mitch & Ivy in Hong Kong.

Kristianna & Family,
Deeply saddened to hear of Robert's passing. Do trust our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May your tears provide you strength, and love and memories sustain you. Joan (Jim, Kyra & Cullen)

Robert & Kristi and family,
Heartbreaking to hear of the passing of young Robert. It seems like only yesterday was watching him playing computer games in Jakarta. He lives on in our memories. Our thoughts are with you.

My condolences to family and friends. May the God of all comfort give you peace at this difficult time.

Dear Kristianna, I am so saddened to hear of the loss of Robert and cannot imagine the suffering all of you must be going through. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all. With love, Eva, Erich, Nicolas and Luca

Dear Kristianna & family,
I am so very very sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you. Wish you strength. Marga & family

Kristianna,,and family. I was so saddened to hear of Roberts passing. He was always there for Olivia and was a great friend to her in Shanghai. Our family sends you our deepest condolences. Much love to you all. Nicole Newcomb

You were a fun cheeky wonderful kid, I treasure the time I spent with you, your dad and brother. Coxi

Rest in peace Robert Lawrence...

In this time of unimaginable loss, please know that even though we did not have the pleasure of knowing Robert personally, we know he was an incredible human being who lived life to the fullest, and touched so many people along his journey in life. Our deepest and heartfelt sympathy and prayers go out to his family and friends, and hope the love and support of others will help bring peace and comfort in your time of grief.

Thinking of you at this difficult time and especially on this day. I hope you feel the love of friends and family that surround you today and every day.

Melissa Martin
Phoenix, Arizona

Please accept my heartfelt condolences to the Foye family and friends for the passing of your dear loved one. Losing a loved one in death is never easy. One day many will have the opportunity to live again. May the hope of everlasting life sustain and comfort you during this difficult time (John 17:3). When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure in your heart and it lives forever. May the wonderful treasures fill your hearts with love and bring you peace.

We will miss you Robert may your soul rest in peace

Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your beloved son. May his soul be at the most wonderful place next to God in heaven.
Dahlia and Abigail, Jakarta-Indonesia

Very sorry to hear about your loss. May God bless the departed soul and give strength to you and family to bear the loss.

I'm so sorry for your loss. May the joys of your family soothe your heart.
(Fellow classmate of Rice MBA 1990)

Kristianna, Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult of times.

You should have played football. Watching run the ball was a joy. You glided across that field. You jumped as high as a bird to catch those passes. I have never, and will never forget you. The Chinese American football community morns. I morn. Robert Sr and his family I consider my friends. My heart and prayers are with you. I miss you all. I will miss Robert. William, coach is always here for you. Love you all.

Robert

We love you so much and we will miss you everyday for the rest of our lives.

Uncle Bo and Aunt Kristi I love you so much, and Robert will always hold a special place in all of our hearts. Sending you all of my love.

Robert, we love you and we miss you so much already. You will always be in our thoughts.

I am so saddened by your loss. I pray for your peace and comfort during this time.

Please accept my condolonces,,hopefully robert happy forever with GOD in heaven,,aamiin

Please accept my condolonces,,hopefully robert happy forever with GOD in heaven,,aamiin

Dear Robert and Kristina, I cannot imagine your pain at this time. My prayer is for God to comfort you as only He knows how to. My prayers are with you.
Alice Obuobi (Rice EMBA class of 2016)

Dear Kristi & Robert. Our heartfelt condolences on the incredibly sad passing of Robert Jr. May you find strength in family unity through this tough time. Our prayers & support from afar.

Dear Kristi and Robert, my deepest condolences on the passing of Robert. My thoughts and prayers to you, the Foye family and Robert.

Kristi and Robert,
Please accept our heartfelt sympathies on the loss of Robert. May the Lord bless and comfort your family during this time of grief and we hope the loving memories you have of Robert bring you comfort during this difficult time.
Dan and Lisa Coe

Dear Kristiana and Robert: We are devastated about the news. Our deepest condolence and sympathy for your loss. We know that your son is in a better place now... May you find the courage and strength to move forward in peace.

You and your family are in our heart and mind. Our condolences on the passing of your beloved son.

Dear Kristi and Robert,
Our sincere condolences are with you all.
Melissa, Adam, Madeleine and Kate Juszynski