Thomas J. Foster

It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, dear brother and friend, Thomas John Foster on Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at the Northside Community Guest Home surrounded by his loving family.

Tom was born in North Sydney on July 24, 1944, he was the son of the late Joseph and Alma (Hines) Foster. Thomas was a painter by trade working for several companies in Ontario before moving home and working for himself for many years. He enjoyed fishing, darts and was passionate about gardening and a genuine fan of TV wrestling.

Tom is survived by his son Tommy and daughter Janet Foster, Toronto, by his brother Robert , Ft. McMurray, sisters Shirley Foster, California, Rita Noble, North Sydney, Marion Erkinger, Toronto, and Linda (David) Shepherd, Balls Creek. He is also survived by several grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank all the staff of the Northside Community Guest Home for going above and beyond with the care and love they gave Tom and being a great friend to him, a very special thanks to his best friends Blaine and Rhonda Perry, Broc and Tom MacLeod for all the years of friendship, love and support.

There will be no visitation by request. A funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, August 2, 2016 at Calvary Baptist Church in North Sydney with Rev. John Hannem officiating. Burial will take place in Lakeside Cemetery North Sydney. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant Street, North Sydney.

Memorial donations may be made to Northside Community Guest Home.

Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com