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Steve Foster Obituary
Ocala - Steve Foster, 59, passed away on Friday, March 20, 2009. He was born in St. Petersburg, FL and moved to Ocala in 1974. He was a former Allstate Insurance agent and was associated with First Christian Church. He is survived by his wife, Marcia Foster of Ocala, his sons, Mark Foster and wife Carrie and Phil Foster, his mother, Evalyne Foster, his sister, Evalyne Fernandez, his brother, Allen Foster, his granddaughter, Hannity Foster and his grandson, Quinn Foster. Memorial services will be held on Wednesday, March 25, 2009 at 11:00 A.M. at First Christian Church with Dr. Douglas V. Moore and Rev. Matthew Roberts officiating. "Live long and proper". In lieu of flowers, please make donations to First Christian Church, 1908 E. Ft. King St., Ocala, FL 34471. Arrangements by Hiers-Baxley Funeral Services, 910 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala.
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Memories and Condolences
for Steve Foster
Ray Erbe
July 11, 2009
Marcia, I am truly sorry to learn of Steve's passing. I graduated from high school with him, and can still hear his laugh when I think of him. Please accept my deepest and most heartfelt sympathies.
Lauralee Foster/White
May 2, 2009
Heaven has been "enhanced" 10 fold by my brother Steve. We shared lawn duty as children until I drove the mower into his fish pond, with 4 years between us we both ended up having 2 sons. We spoke weeks before his death; I was blessed to have a Gem of a guy as a brother, he was a loving father and a man of character to know. He will be missed long beyond our hearts can grieve. Listen closely, thats an Angel laughing...
Larry & Diane Craig
April 21, 2009
Marcia, We are so saddened to hear of Steve's passing. Few men can follow in his footsteps....it is our blessing to have known him. Our love,Larry, Diane & Lauren Craig
Jason Cook
April 17, 2009
It was with a great sense of loss when I heard about Steve's passing.
Steve's legacy needs to be remembered by the way he lived his life for decades--great passion and dedication combined with a strong character ethic.
Steve was a pillar in the community and will be remembered by all of us.
Jayme Eicher
April 9, 2009
So sorry to hear about your loss. My condolences to your entire family.
Jayme Eicher
March 28, 2009
Marcia,Mark,Carrie,Phil-
May your arms comfort each other
May your tears make you stronger
Remember Steve(dad) is with you, wherever you are in life..
I MISS you Steve-
Love, Ev/AuntEv
March 27, 2009
Marcia
I am so sorry for this. What a tragic loss for you and your family. Please know that you have my prayers and sympathy.
Marilyn
Maypearl, Texas
Stacy Mullinax
March 27, 2009
My Uncle Steve holds so many happy memories in my heart as a child. I remember him as such a fun, loving man. He told joke after joke and always made me laugh. Isn't that what life is about? He made so many of us just simply laugh. He helped make my childhoold happy. If only I had the chance to know him more as an adult. For that, I am deeply saddened. I LOVE Uncle Steve and I am sooooo deeply heartbroken for this loss. Please know that my prayers are with all of his family. May God bless you ALL and give you peace in your hearts.
Gene and Mary Blahut
March 27, 2009
Marcia,
Gene and I would like to extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your husband, Steve. We never met him, but Gene spoke with him on the telephone and said he seemed to be very friendly, helpful and had a great sense of humor Again we extend our condolences to all of you.
Tarayn McLeod
March 27, 2009
Steve was a friend, mentor, and inspiration to me. I will miss him dearly.
Susan Sowers Johnson
March 26, 2009
Marcia,
I am saddened and so sorrow to learn of the death of your husband. Judy and Bob Rolen shared with our church last Sunday your loss and we have been praying for your peace, comfort, and understanding. Thinking of you and your loved ones.
Judy Locascio
March 25, 2009
I will always remember Steve as kind and generous and positive and fun. As a new Allstate Agent 20 years ago, Steve was my favorite mentor. He was the best of the best. I am grateful for having known him and wish his family comfort, peace and hope during this difficult time. With my deepest sympathy.
Michelle Wardlaw (Stephens)
March 25, 2009
My Mom just happened to read in the paper about the loss of Mark's Father. He was such a joy to be around. Always ready for a laugh and good fun. I know he will be sorely missed. I wish my condolences to Mrs. Foster, Mark, and Phil. I pray abundant peace beyond all understanding.
Bonnie & Bob Quackenbush
March 25, 2009
Dear Marcia, Cherish the good times and the fond memories, knowing how well liked and respected Steve was to all who knew him. Call upon your family, friends, your faith and church family for strength when you are weary and feel the warmth of their love for you as well as the love of Our Father.
March 25, 2009
Please accept my condolences, for your loss, along with my prayers that you will feel the love of our Heavely Father surrounding you daily.
Take care of eachother and remember the good times.
Jane Nolen
March 25, 2009
Marcia,Phil,and Mark
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Sharon & Harry Hoffman
Beverly Pursel Flory
March 25, 2009
Marcia,
I was sad to hear about Steve, and remember fondly Sunday's at St. Pauls and the fellowship we shared. Steve was always an upstanding, honest man and I enjoyed his friendship. My thoughts and prayers and with you and your family.
elton quinn
March 25, 2009
May God Bless and Keep you in this time and keep you wraped in his arms.
Elton & Annette Quinn
Lorraine Daniels
March 25, 2009
Marcia,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. You are a great friend and love having your friendship. Remember the good times and find comfort in the memories! My prayers are with you.
Valene Stephens
March 25, 2009
Marcia, Phil and Mark
Sending my deepest condolences to your family at this most difficult time. Rely heavily on your faith and God will see you through as only he can. Cherish the memories.
Valene "Stephens" Kelly
Jim and Rita Phillips
March 25, 2009
We are so very sorry to learn of Steve's passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Joe P
March 25, 2009
Steve was a real gentleman in my dealings with him and I am very sorry to hear of his passing.
Linda Sinclair Tindall, BCHS '67
March 24, 2009
Marcia, I am so very sorry to hear that you have lost Steve. It seems like not that long ago, you and Steve attended a Bogie class reunion. Our connection being brought on thru my sister, Susan Horn, an Allstate adjuster who worked with Steve. Susan found out that Steve had been a classmate of mine at Boca Ciega High School. I also had worked for Allstate as an Underwriter from '68-'81. I saw Steve's name on apps but never realized this man from Ocala was the same guy I went to school with. Now, we won't be seeing him at the class's 60th Birthday party we are planning. We will miss him. My heart goes out to you, Marcia. I pray that Steve finds his peace.
March 24, 2009
Marcia, Phil, and Mark
So sorry to hear about Steve. He always made me laugh and was a great friend of the family. My dad and Steve are looking down on us and for sure are cutting up and making jokes like old times. My prayers are with you always.
Steve Arnold
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Kathy and Ray Rolen
March 24, 2009
Marcia and family, you are in our prayers.
March 24, 2009
Marcia,
We are deeply saddened about the news of Steve's passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. We have such pleasant memories of Steve and his wit. The times that we have shared have been good times. We will miss him, too.
Mike and Cathy Wagner
March 24, 2009
Marcia,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. We will always remember the Allstate trips and the great times we had with you and Steve. We will contiune to keep you in our hearts.
Bill & Sue Zachow
Jerry Gerrity
March 24, 2009
I am so sad to hear of Steve's passing. He was a real friend to me as well as being a terrific boss. I will miss our conversations very much. Besides my family, he was one of the few things I really missed from Ocala since I moved to Las Vegas. May God Bless and keep you Steve, and you too Marcia.
Karen Methvin
March 24, 2009
Marcia, Phil and Mark,
I am so sorry to hear about Steve's passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. He was a great person and the best employer I have ever worked with. He will be missed by everyone.
Olga & Sixto Oliva
March 24, 2009
Dear Marcia and Family:
Words cannot express how truly sorry we are for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. He will be greatly missed.
March 24, 2009
Dear Marcia, Mark, Phil and family members,
Bob and I have lost a friend. Steve's humorous quick wit will always stay with us. He always had us rolling in laughter and this is what we will always remember. One had to listen closely to keep up with him.
He was one of the most upstanding "citizens" and his family should always remain proud of the person he was. We should all try to live by the standards that he set to live his life. He was so proud of each of you and there are no words to express the joy that his grandchildren brought to him. He loved all of you and expressed it often.
We miss Steve and we are keeping each of you in our prayers.
Michele and Bob Maier
Cindy Thomas
March 24, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Steve was such a fun person and we so enjoyed knowing all of you.
We all send our sympathy.
The Thomas Family.
Cindy, Gary, Brooke, Adam, Perry, and Hollie
Susan Horn (Allstate Claims)
March 24, 2009
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
evy fernandez
March 24, 2009
Aunt Marcia, Cousin Mark, Cousin Phil, Cousin Carrie, Little Hannity and Quinn....I will treasure the many funny times Uncle Steve had us laughing, his humor will be the thing I miss most. He will always be in my heart. You will all become stronger eventually, time does heal. Love you all! Cousin and Niece "little" Evy
Ember Risley
March 24, 2009
To the family and friends-
Words cannot sufficiently describe the deep sorrow and grief I have felt at hearing the news. I pray God's strength and comfort to wrap around those that have felt this loss. I worked with Steve for over a year and will miss his jovial personality. If there is anything we can do let us know. God Bless.
-Ember & Mark Risley
Curtis Neuman
March 24, 2009
Steve was always an upbeat, optimistic guy!
Nancy Ladish
March 24, 2009
Marcia and family,
We are so saddened by your loss. You are in our hearts, thoughts and prayers.
Doug and Nancy Ladish
Beth Andrew
Julie Ackerman
Carol LeBlanc
March 24, 2009
Marcia, Phillip and Mark,
My heart and prayers go out to all of you. I will always treasure my precious time with Steve from insurance school in Tampa, Allstate trips, and wonderful visits chating and snacking. He was a wonderful and special person.
Marcia, you are wonderful and special too and I know God will help you through this terribly tough time. I'm here if you need me.
My love and prayers to all of you,
Carol LeBlanc
Troy Sheppard
March 24, 2009
Marcia, we are so very sorry for your loss. You are in our love and prayers. May the Lord Jesus Christ Himself be your everlasting comfort. Love in Christ, Troy & Sarah Sheppard and Family
Rosemary Jones
March 24, 2009
To Steve's family,
Please accept my sympathy for your loss. Steve was a super guy that I knew on a couple of different levels. First, he was my parents Allstate agent for many years. He was very kind to my mother. I lost her less than 3 months ago. I also knew Steve thru my banking profession and learned what a Trekkie he was! It was really nice to find another Star Trek geek! To see his service has a title of "Live Long and Proper" is very fitting. I remember his smile and his kindness. Again, I am very sorry for your loss. I know it is a hole in your heart that will never heal.
Jacqueline Koontz
March 24, 2009
Phil, I'm so very sorry for your loss. I remember the times at your home and how comfortable and welcomed your parents made us all feel. I recently lost my Dad, so I know exactly what you're going through.
Linda Meister
March 24, 2009
Marcia and family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. Steve will be sorely missed by all.
Kathy Wood
March 24, 2009
Marcia.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Much love, Kathy Wood
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