"my dad was my dad he inspired me everyday he always told me your a foster and that name is an honor to have its all about family. he always said fosters dont quit. my dad showed me how to live life, he showed my brothers how to live life,sure he made mistakes but everybody makes mistakes, it shouldnt be about the past, but the present and future and we all should live life exactly in that way..... i love you dad and i will miss you......your son scott(scooter)"
In loving memory of
Jon Alan Foster
September 29, 1942 - May 6, 2011
Jon Alan Foster, 68, of Burlington, died at 4:53 p.m. Friday, May 6, 2011 in his home after his fifth vigilant battle with cancer.
Born on September 29, 1942 in Burlington, he was the son of Louis Alvon and Mildred R. "Budde" (Grant) Foster. He married Veda Hunsaker Morgan on November 19, 1999 in Fort Madison. He was previously married to Joan Elaine Fletcher. That marriage was blessed with three wonderful sons, Scott, Damon and Lance.
Jon was a supervisor at many manufacturing facilities in the Burlington area, more recently working for Exide until its closure in May 2001.
He was a member of First Methodist Church in Fort Madison. He loved golfing, the Chicago Cubs and his model train sets.. He enjoyed being outside in his yard and traveling. He adored his family and enjoyed spending time with them.
Survivors include; his wife Veda Foster of Burlington; his mother Budde Foster of Burlington; five sons; Scott (Monica) Foster of Clermont, Florida, Damon (Heidi) Foster of Burlington, Lance (April) Foster of Holland, Michigan, Jeff (Linda) Morgan of Montrose and David (Nancy) Morgan of Fort Madison; eight grandchildren; Jacob Cole Foster, Ariel Lynn Foster, Kaden Foster, Kenna Foster, Kenli Foster, Shasta Locke, Kara Pothitakis and Kris Junkins; seven step-grandchildren; a sister, Judy Nesius of Burlington; a brother, Bob Foster of Burlington; niece Nancy Nesius Ell of Burlington; and nephews, Bret Foster, Chris Foster, Donnie Foster, and Mick Foster.
He was preceded in death by his father, and one nephew, Brad Nesius.
The funeral service for Mr. Foster will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, May 12th at the First Methodist Church in Fort Madison. The Rev. Brenda Goodall will officiate. Interment will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery. Friends may call after 8:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 11th in Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.
Memorials have been established for First Methodist Church, Fort Madison, The University of Iowa Cancer Research Foundation, the Burlington Homeless Shelter, the Burlington Area Battered Women's Shelter and Great River Hospice.
Tributes
"Mrs Nesius and Nancy - Our thoughts & prayers are with you. Richard and Loretta Poindexter"
"Jon and I became friends when I moved to Burlington in 6th grade. Many wonderful memories of him and the Kuster boys up the street. I remember much including the model train layout in the basement of his home, sports, the Web and joining him & Joni for cards at their apratment early in our marriages. In recent years, I (Keith) always got a huge smile and hug from Jon when we would see each other, whether at the golf course or Lowes. Great guy, good times, good friend. Will miss him. Prayers and blessings to all the family, especially mom Foster. "
"I am Perry Jenifer's sister and I, and my husband, Keith John wish to give you our condolences on Jon's passing. Keith worked at Exide with Jon and Jon spent alot of time at our house when I was a kid. He was a Great Guy and will be missed by all."