John Edward Foster

1941 - 2017

John Edward Foster obituary, 1941-2017, Muskegon, MI

BORN

1941

DIED

2017

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Ever Rest Funeral Home and Cremation Chapel

1783 East Keating Ave

Muskegon, Michigan

John Foster Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 16, 2017.

John Foster, age 75 of Muskegon, passed away on Thursday, March 16, 2017. John was born in Light, Arkansas to Cledes and Nora Foster. The family moved to Muskegon when John was young, where he attended Muskegon High School. After high school, John served proudly in the United States Marine Corps. During his time on leave, he married his high school sweetheart, Linda Lou Cobb, and together they would share 55 years of marriage. In his younger years, John enjoyed golfing, bowling, and gathering with friends at the VFW Post #446. Above all though, family was the most important thing to John. He cherished his time spent with them at family cookouts, get-togethers, and the Superbowl party he would host every year. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, and we will all miss him. John was preceded in death by his parents, a son John Jr., and a son-in-law Bob Messenger Jr. John is survived by his wife, Linda; Children: Renee (Brian) DeCheney, Annette Messenger, Chad (Holly) Foster, Brian Foster; 7 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren (and one on the way); Daughter-in-law Vicki Foster; Many extended family members. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 25, 2017 at 11:00am at Ever Rest Funeral Home and Chapel in Muskegon. The family will greet visitors one hour prior to services.

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March 10, 2021

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jjim jjim

Peace brother. Semper Fi

March 25, 2017

John&Mary Szucs&Lewis

To Linda,
Our condolences for "Johnie". You and all the family are in our thoughts and prayers If we had to guess, he is with John junior , and singing "Johnny Cash". Best of wishes during this time. John, and Mary.

March 21, 2017

Jim Jim

Johnny was more than a client. He was a good guy, a Marine, and proud family Guy. We will miss him very much but I am sure he is in a happy place.
Jim Jim

Staff of Lakeshore Professionals LLC

March 18, 2017

Kevin Elwell

Linda:
So sorry for your loss. May he REST IN PEACE!!

March 18, 2017

Virginia Blakeslee

Linda and Family.
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I will be praying for your family. God Bless and comfort you.

March 17, 2017

Toney & Donna Romans

Dear Family;
May God's peace and love be with each of you in your mourning/grief in loss of your husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend. "Sonny" was loved and will be missed by many for the friendship he gave freely, his quick humor, and ahh-yes that unforgettable smile and laugh he generously shared. We share in your loss and pray for your comfort during this time.
May God bless each of you.

March 17, 2017

Terry Zahniser

Semper Fi, brother Marine...I'll see you at the gates of heaven...because in heaven the streets are guarded, by United States Marines!

Posted by Terry Zahniser

March 17, 2017

Rhonda LaFave

Annette, Renee & Brian, Chad, Brian, Mom Linda and Family, Mr. Foster must have been an awesome man to raise such a wonderful family! Heaven has truly gained an Angel! Please know that our hearts are with you! Love and hugs, Rhonda and Steve LaFave

March 17, 2017

Deanna Vaughan

I will miss talking about family history with him. Praying for your family

March 17, 2017

May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11

March 17, 2017

Marcos and Paula Flores

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

March 17, 2017

Katrina Pennington

Our condolences go out to you all Annette. We're sorry for all the heartache, especially in a very short time. May your father rest in peace.

March 16, 2017

Shawn Lodes

So sorry for your loss we'll miss you uncle sonny

March 16, 2017

Louise Pothoff

I am sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.

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