Jimmy Davis Foster, 78, of Huntly, Virginia passed away on Thursday, January 13, 2022 at his home with his beloved wife by his side.
A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, January 25, 2022 at 11 AM at Maddox Funeral Home, 105 West Main Street, Front Royal with Sammy Campbell officiating. Burial will follow at Flint Hill Cemetery.
Mr. Foster was born on May 13, 1943 in Washington, Virginia to the late Jack Foster and the late Edith Cave. He was also preceded in death by his stepfather, Donald Cave and his son, Troy Davis Foster. He was a professional painter and the owner of Foster’s Painting. He was a lifelong resident of Rappahannock County, a well-known painter and contractor for many years before starting his business and a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He married the love of his life, Mary Ellen, on July 18, 1964. He enjoyed going to the horse races, watching NASCAR and watching his Washington football team. Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Later in life, Jimmy “Pawpaw” and his great grandson became very close and truly became his best friend. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends and all who knew him.
Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Mary Ellen Foster; daughter, Penny Dietrich (Shawn); grandson, Isaiah Boyd (Kelly); great grandson, Bronx Boyd; three sisters, Juanita Alther, Darlene Duncan and Wilma Lee Darnell and brother, William Foster.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Rappahannock County Sherriff’s Children’s Foundation, P.O. Box 487, Washington, VA 22747.
The Foster family, we will keep you all in our prayers during this time of mourning the loss of your husband, father, brother, and friend, and remembering kind soul he was to all. Eternally rest grant unto him
Jimmy was a great example of old school values such as hard work and integrity. My wife and I will miss his painting expertise, but more importantly the kindness he expressed and wonderful dialog we would have when he did work for us. I trust he is in the arms of his Savior now. May the family draw peace and comfort from this wonderful truth.
Ronnie & Sue Walter, I remember growing up Jimmy, William their wives and my Dad and mom going to the track together and I remember visiting with them. Miss the old days when everyone visited. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends and may God bless you all and comfort you at this time.
We pray God will provide peace and comfort to your family and friends with the loss of your loved one. We will keep you in our hearts and prayers.