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Melvin Foster Obituary
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Mr. Melvin "Mel" Foster, age 65, passed from this life on Monday, August 17, 2015 at Barlow Respiratory Hospital in Los Angeles, California.
He was born on April 17, 1950 in Lima, Ohio to the union of Oscar "Sonny" and Laurine Martin Foster; both parents preceded him in death.
Mel graduated from Lima Senior High School in 1968, he was a member of the Lima Senior 1968 basketball team that went to State. He was a 1973 graduate of Central State University with a degree in business marketing. He relocated to Los Angeles where he had resided for almost 40 years. He was known for his tag line "Let's Make Money Together" and became a legend in the mortgage industry. As many still remember his nickname as "Mel Man" as he always delivered. He had recently started his own mortgage banking company along with his daughter Wendy, creating a father, and daughter team "Foster Lending Group" before his untimely death. Mel was an active member at West Angeles Church of God in Christ for 32 years and served as a deacon for 15 years and was voted Deacon of the year in 2014.
He leaves to cherish his memories, strength, and wisdom his three devoted children; Marquette (Ky) Shurelds of San Francisco, CA., Wendy Shurelds Foster of San Diego, CA., and Logan Foster of Los Angeles, CA; four grandchildren; O'Sheena Shurelds, Akiera Shurelds, Dajaan Marks and CinQue Shurelds. An uncle/brother Clarence (C.L.) Martin. 3 aunts/sisters Susie (Eva) Peppers; Carol (Dee Dee) Butler; Linda Kay Dukes; all of Lima, Ohio. 3 bonus step-brothers; Pastor Cleven Jones, Arillus Foster both of Lima, Ohio: Tony Jones of Evanville, IN. 3 bonus step-sisters; Vanessa Adams, Kay Foster Scales, Vonda Foster all of Lima, Ohio and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, co-workers and friends.
He was preceded in death by a stepsister Delores Foster. An uncle/brother Lee Martin Jr.
Home going services will be held on Friday, September 4, 2015 at 12:00 p.m. at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. Cleven Jones, officiating.
Visitation/Wake services will be held on Thursday, September 3, 2015 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. where the family will be present from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Jones-Clark Funeral Home, Inc.
Interment: Woodlawn Cemetery.
Arrangements Entrusted to: Jones-Clark Funeral Home, Inc.
Condolences can be made to: Jonesclarkfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Melvin Foster
September 18, 2015
Melvin was a classmate and a true Central State Marauder he always supportive the Class of 1973 he will be truly miss.
Deborah Perkins 1973
Chicago, Il
JaZz Armstrong
September 18, 2015
Mel Foster, you will be missed. Your energy is still with us ! Rest in Peace
Reginald A Guy Jr. Esq.
September 13, 2015
RIP, Mel.
Christian Bruce
September 6, 2015
The Prayers from the Bruce Family are for your Peace, Comfort and Understanding.
Theresa Wright
September 5, 2015
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Valerie Glenn
September 4, 2015
Sending my Sympathy and Condolences to The Shurelds/Foster Family from The Glenn Family...It truly was a honor to meet you & receive your ever lasting kindness, spiritual and natural wisdom nuggets a year ago. You are an amazing Man of God, Father and Leader to your Family. My prayers to Family, May God continue to strengthen you during this tough time and place a hedge of protection around you now and the days to come....
LaShonda Moore
September 3, 2015
Sending my condolences and keeping my family in prayer.
Stuart Holloway
September 3, 2015
Mel was a classmate at Central State ... bottom line, a good man ... I'm sad to hear of his passing and wish my best to his family and circle of friends and associates.
Stuart ... CSU 1972
donald smith
September 3, 2015
always fond memories of your smile and upbeat manner.
Rosalyn Williams
September 3, 2015
Mr Mel Foster you are a child of God and you are with him now. Praying man always. You will be missed may your body finally rest & your spirit live on. My prayers & condolences to the Foster & Shurelds Family. I love & praying for you all
Thomas S Hampton
September 3, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with Mel's family! Mel was a true friend and I was honored to serve with him as a Deacon at West Angeles COGIC. A good brother and awesome Man of God who will be missed!
Wendy Shurelds
September 3, 2015
Best dad a girl/woman could ever have! My light is truly dim! You're going to be truly missed but forever etched in my heart! Love you always your baby girl!!
ERNIE MCGEE
September 2, 2015
A MANS MAN ! ...... YOUR LIGHT STANDS FOREVER
Debi Clark Turner
September 2, 2015
Mel was one of a kind and I will always be grateful for his friendship and quick smile. Many prayers to Mel's family and friends as you mourn an unforgettable guy.
Janice Dewberry
September 2, 2015
Blessings to the family. Keep Melvin in your heart and mind.
Janice Dewberry
September 2, 2015
Praying for.the family.Melvin was a classmate and friend.he had a walk.I never forgot.and his smile. He liked to. Keep things in a good spirit. He will.be missed. God knows best our pain and suffering. He heals all in time. Blessings to all of you. Respectfully. Janice Morning Dewberry .
Regina Miller
September 2, 2015
To the family of Melvin "Mel" my prayers and condolences are with you all may God bless and be with you all during this time of sorrow.
Denise Martin
September 2, 2015
One who blooms in our heart can never be forgotten... May you find comfort and strength in the memories you shared with your dad
Greg Saucer
September 1, 2015
Deepest sympathy, to the family of Melvin, my special friend and brother. His loss I will feel forever.
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