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Roger Foster Obituary

FOSTER, Roger Lee, 78, beloved husband, father, grandfather and father-in-law, passed away peacefully in the company of his loved ones at his Midlothian home on May 12, 2021, following a long, brave battle with cancer. He is survived by the love of his life, his wife, Jacqueline "Jackie"; son, Rick Omohundro and daughter-in-law, Debbie; daughter, Robyn Katsarelis, son-in-law, Tony and grandchildren, Bailey and Tanner; and son, Richard Foster, daughter-in-law, Miriam and grandchildren, Daniel and Jack. He is also survived by two brothers, three sisters and their families: Wesley C. and Mickie Foster; Fay and Donald Robertson; Steve A. and Debbie Foster; Sharon and Clyde McKinley; and Donna and Tim Gray. Roger was predeceased by his parents, Carlton Carl and Lois Marie Cuneo Foster. A graduate of Hermitage High School, Roger served in the Virginia National Guard. He attended VCU and graduated with the 110th class of the FBI National Academy in 1977. After 32 years of service, he retired in 1998 from the Henrico County Division of Police with the rank of lieutenant colonel. He went on to work 12 years as chief operating officer and executive vice president at VAMAC Inc. A 1983 graduate of Leadership Metro Richmond, he served on the boards of several community organizations. He was a past president of the FBI National Academy Associates Virginia Chapter, Henrico Federal Credit Union and Western Henrico Rotary Club. He also served as executive director for the Virginia Police Chiefs Foundation. In his youth, Roger was a deacon and youth teacher at North Run Baptist Church. At the time of his death, he was a member of St. Mark's United Methodist Church. His family is forever grateful for the dedicated and loving care and compassion he received from the Bon Secours Hospice team, including Dr. Marc W. Flickinger, Michelle Dalton, Kay Hall and the Rev. Leigh P. Mackintosh. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Bon Secours Richmond Healthcare Foundation at bsvaf.org/richmond or 5008 Monument Ave., 2nd Floor, Richmond, Va. 23230. The family will hold visitation at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, May 18, followed by a memorial service at 2 p.m. at Bennett Funeral Home West Chapel, 11020 W. Broad St., Glen Allen. Please register condolences at bennettfuneralhomes.com.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from May 14 to May 16, 2021.

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Forrest Matthews

May 8, 2025

Not many days go by that i think of the many times I think of Roger and how lucky I was to have spent time with him

FORREST MATTHEWS

May 8, 2024

Think about and miss him every day

Elaine Totoritis

May 8, 2022

Roger was my #1 Fav. Brother In Law. He was such a kind human being. He was a cool Dude w/ a killer personality in so many ways. From the first day I met him, I Loved him.. He was a Great Cop. He was there when I actually needed his assistance on a legal level. I wanted so much to be at his Funeral Service. But, being as ill as I was at the time of his death...I could not attend & I am so sad to this day that I could not attend. I Loved, Respected him highly & I Loved him.

Jeff Rutledge

May 18, 2021

I am sorry for your loss. Roger was a Great Person. I enjoyed working with him. He was always encouraging and brought out the best in people. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Elaine Totoritis

May 18, 2021

Roger lived a great life. He had a wonderful family, wife & kids.

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Elaine Totoritis

May 18, 2021

You were an Incredible man.

Bill LaVecchia

May 17, 2021

Jacquelin, Roger and I enjoyed our working relationships. My prayers go out to you and your family.
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Forrest and Beverley Matthews

May 17, 2021

The best friend anyone would dream of having. You will be greatly missed but will always remain in our hearts

Shirley Yates Simmons

May 16, 2021

Roger impressed me as one with a heart for others. Saddened by the news of his going. As one of the first "run" (older) of many family cousins ,I pray God surrounds you with His love and comfort as you grieve over your loss. Maybe He needed him for higher duties.

Norman and Lisa Browning

May 16, 2021

Jackie, Lisa and I are so sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family during this difficult time. Roger was a dear friend and will be greatly missed.

Bob & Sue Eastep

May 16, 2021

So sorry to hear..you and family are in our prayers. Never easy to lose a love one..

Margy Bower

May 16, 2021

My thoughts are with you and your family! God bless!

Jill & Benny Meads

May 15, 2021

We are so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all during this difficult time

Steve Jones

May 15, 2021

I am sorry for your loss and I will be in prayer requesting God wrap his arms around you and your family and comfort you. Heaven has gained an awesome soul with such a good and kind heart. I will miss Roger very much, he was my friend.

Jack & Hope Gilkey

May 15, 2021

So sorry to hear of Roger's passing! Our thoughts and deepest sympathy are with all of his family!

Vickie popek

May 15, 2021

I will always remember Roger's care and total dedication to what ever and who ever he was with or what he was doing .

Gail Jacky

May 15, 2021

Jackie, so sorry for your loss.

Buzzy and Donna Shultz

May 15, 2021

We hold your entire family in our prayers. Roger was a very special person to a lot of us and he will be dearly missed.

Joan Messer

May 15, 2021

Roger, you were my "Knight" in Shining Armour after Andy left us in 2012. You stepped up to the plate and helped me with not only support and financial issues but you were so caring. Then, when Andy and I lost our middle son, Chris, in 2014, again you took over 100% and my "Knight" in Shining Armour was there again. I know the Good Lord has a special place in his Majestic Heaven for you. And, please don´t forget to find your Sister-in-Law some of the biggest and ripe red tomatoes up there so I´ll have some when I get there! LOL. You will be missed more than you can ever know. I know you´ll be watching over my sister, Jackie and the rest of the family. Go with God Roger and much love being sent your way!

Joyce Adams

May 14, 2021

So sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of trips to Richmond to visit grandmama and see my aunts,uncles and cousins. I was right between Wesley and Roger in age. Sorry I will not be able to be there. Prayers for all

Jean Karns Bazemore

May 14, 2021

Sad to see this obituary ~ graduated from Hermitage with Roger. Fond memories. My condolences

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