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Joseph Fostek Obituary
Joe was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Fostek Jr. of West Point, Va.
Joe was the devoted husband of Jan Fostek and loved her beyond earthly words could justify. He was a Virginia Tech graduate and owned J&M Recycling Inc. His parents are given full recognition for raising him to always put God first, wife second, and family, pets, and others third for a strong Christian life.
He is survived by the love of his life, Janice (Webb) Fostek; sister, Mary Ann Fetterolf and husband, Frank; brother, James Fostek and wife, Sandy; nephews, Glendon Fetterolf and wife, Barbara, and Mark Fostek and wife, Laura; and his cat, Annie.
A Funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 30, 2021, at the Church of The Transfiguration in Fincastle, Va. Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Ram House, 824 Campbell Avenue, SW, Roanoke, VA 24016 or to the Roanoke SPCA, 1340 Baldwin Road, Roanoke, VA 24012.
Arrangements entrusted to Oakey's Funeral Service - North Chapel, Roanoke, Va., (540) 362-1237. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.oakeys.com.
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Gerald & Alma Lee Eden
October 25, 2021
Janice: We are so very sorry to learn of the passing of your dear husband, "Joe". Our heartfelt sympathy is extended to you in this time of your grief & may God give you His Peace & comfort in the time ahead. Our thoughts & prayers for you, Gerald & Alma Lee Eden
John Dove
October 25, 2021
Janice, I am just now hearing about the death of Joe; I am so sorry to learn of his passing and please know of Gail's and my prayers for you during this difficult time. I liked Joe and I know he will be missed. John Dove
Ruth Davis
October 24, 2021
My deepest Sympathy to the Fostex Family, may Joe rest in peace, We attended St Gerard's Church.
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