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Derrick Lynn Foster

1990 - 2019

Derrick Lynn Foster obituary, 1990-2019, Fairlawn, OH

BORN

1990

DIED

2019

FUNERAL HOME

Newcomer Funeral Home - Akron

131 North Canton Road

Akron, Ohio

Derrick Foster Obituary

Derrick Lynn Foster, 29, passed away on November 16, 2019. Derrick was born in Akron, OH on June 20, 1990. He graduated from Copley High School where he enjoyed playing football, basketball, and track. Derrick will always be remembered for his beautiful smile and his giving heart. He was truly a blessing to everyone who knew him. Derrick's greatest accomplishment was his two precious children. He loved being a dad more than anything else. Derrick was preceded in death by his grandparents, O'Neil and Nellie Thomas, Elmore Foster, and Ernest and Earnestine Jefferson. Left to mourn his passing are his children, Dae'Lynn and Ra'Mel Foster and their mother, Jennifer Alberts; father, Terry (Gennice) Foster Sr.; mother, Susan Thomas (James Horton); grandparents, Lucille Foster, Bobby and Ruth Thomas; siblings, Christy (Tim) Milam, Terry Foster Jr., and Jamita (Matthew) Horton-Schotting; nephews, Timani Milam and Jayden Foster; a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 23, 2019 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. followed by a 1:00 p.m. memorial service at NEWCOMER AKRON, 131 N. Canton Rd., Akron, OH. Condolences may be sent to 245 Winchester Rd., Fairlawn, OH 44333. To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.NewcomerAkron.com.

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Published by Akron Beacon Journal on Nov. 20, 2019.

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Leasay Lane

November 24, 2019

To the Foster and Thomas families I offer my sincere condolences at such a trying time I know words are not enough, you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Milton Greene

November 22, 2019

My heart goes out to you in these sorrowful times.

Ernestine Edwards

November 22, 2019

Mr Terry Foster, My Deepest Sympathy and
Prayers go out to you and your Family.

Peace and Comfort, GOD Bless you All.

Coworker, Ernestine Edwards

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Darren & Sandra Wheeler & Malone

November 21, 2019

Praying For The Family Of Derrick Lynn Foster.You Have Our Deepest Condolences.

Keya McLaughlin

November 20, 2019

So sorry to hear of the loss of Derrick. Continued thoughts and prayers for his family.

Sherika Thomas

November 20, 2019

Sorry for your loss auntie praying for you and the family

Ada Worley

November 20, 2019

Mr. Terry Foster and family so sorry for your loss my condolences go out to you and your entire family.

November 20, 2019

So deeply saddened to hear of your loss.
Your family will be in our prayers.


Yours truly,
Carmon & Tony Reynolds

Rico Taylor

November 20, 2019

Hey brother,

This is Rico Taylor and I'm so sorry for the loss of your son. If you need me or need anything call me at 310 254 8824. I don't have your number anymore, so I will give you mine.

Dennis Dixon

November 20, 2019

The Dixon family sends our deepest condolences to the Foster family, having lost a child myself I personally know the pain you are feeling. We are praying for Susan, Terry, and rest of Foster family

Charles Brown

November 20, 2019

Sincere condolenses to the Foster(family)from the family of the Browns.

Christina Mangum

November 20, 2019

You will be missed by so many. We love you . R.I.P Derrick.

November 20, 2019

I'm so very sorry for your loss. Praying for all of you. Rest easy young man. God Bless

Dennis Tzouloufis

Katrina Underwood

November 20, 2019

This is so unbelievable definitely a life gone too soon!! Praying for your children, praying for your parents, praying for your siblings and praying for the rest of the family! Cousin you will truly be missed til we meet again sleep peacefully love you
1 Thessalonians 4:14

Tasha Thomas

November 20, 2019

I'm still in total disbelief over this but u r in a better place now may Jehovah keep watch over your children an your family I love u cuz u will be greatly missed by all

November 20, 2019

Auntie gone miss you baby I love you forever rest easy my baby love aunt Angie

The Staff of Newcomer Funeral Home

November 20, 2019

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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131 North Canton Road, Akron, OH 44305

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