Edward O. Foster

Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Edward and Dorothy (Niven) Foster. Ed grew up in South Providence and graduated from Central High School and Johnson & Wales. He honorably served in the US Army.

He raised his family in Edgewood for over 30 years before moving to Matunuck. Ed wintered in Boynton Beach, Florida following his retirement as a supervisor at RI DLT. He was the co-owner of Dorsey’s Tavern, Warwick in the 70’s.

Ed volunteered for many years as a coach and board member for the Edgewood South Elmwood Little League. In his later years, he enjoyed watching his grandchildren at their sporting events. Ed was also a long- time volunteer delivering for Meals on Wheels.

Ed was the loving father of Edward Foster, Pamela McLaughlin (John), Margaret Foster (Kevin Oates), Steven Foster, and Timothy Foster; cherished grandfather of Teddy and Jimmy McLaughlin and Jack, Will, Kate, Matthew, and Jacoby Foster; and admired uncle of many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sisters Dorothy Crudele and Carol O’Donnell.

His visitation will be held Tuesday, September 3, 2024 from 4:00-7:00 p.m. in the Russell J. Boyle and Son Funeral Home, 142 Centerville Rd, Warwick.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. in the St. Romuald Chapel, 61 Atlantic Ave, South Kingstown.

Ed’s committal services and burial on Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. in St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to St. Francis of Assisi Church, https://www.osvhub.com/stfranciswakefield/giving/funds or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, www.stjude.org