JOHN EDWARD FOSTER

Condolences & Memories (10 entries)

• I had the privilege of being close to John for the last two years of his life. We were friends before that but became very close and I can honestly say he was a example of toughness and positive attitude. It was not all bad we had a lot of laughs right up to the end! He did not deserve the hand he was dealt but I will say he always had a smile on his face not matter what they put him through. He was a blessed man to have Carol around to help him through some of the toughest trials anyone can go through! He also was blessed with friends from work and outside work that visited him during his illness. John was the reason I moved to where I live now and I just wish we could have had some time on the deck together. RIP my friend you will be missed and remembered. - Posted by: Ken Shaw (Friend) on: Nov 15, 2019

• I am so sorry to learn of John’s passing. My condolences to the entire family. John & I met working together at Safeway many years ago. John was always willing to help others. Offer his expertise & knowledge. We had many fun times both at work & outside of work sharing cocktails & listening to John's funny stories! He always had a story... he always had a smile!! John you are missed.. Your friend.. Kim Mcdonald - Posted by: Kim McDonald (Friend/co-worker ) on: Nov 03, 2019

• John was my store manager for many years. He was a true leader and it was a pleasure to work with him. His smile and chuckle could do nothing more than bring a smile to my face as he approached you. He made going that extra mile easy and was always appreciative of the efforts put forth. My deepest condolences to his family, heaven has gained a special man. 🌻🌷 - Posted by: Karen Kalinski (Co worker / friend ) on: Oct 28, 2019

• I was fortunate to meet and work for John at the Corral Center Safeway in Brandon. He was a great mentor, manager and friend. I am sad to hear of his passing and would like to offer my condolences to his family. RIP John you will be missed. - Posted by: Ron Medwid (Co worker) on: Oct 28, 2019

• My condolences to John's family. I have known John for over 30 years. It is with great sadness that I heard of his passing. John and I met working midnite shifts for Safeway many years ago. Later while we both were working for Safeway in rural western Manitoba we became better friends. I will always remember the yearly trips we took to Calgary for the Safeway annual meetings. We solved many problems with our group of rural managers in our hotel rooms over a few drinks. John always had a story or two to tell over the trials of working for demanding and often opposing district and operations managers. John was always willing to share his experience and insights with you to help you achieve your goals. We often shared info and helped each out in many ways while we were managing our stores. You could always depend on John for help, advice, or a funny story to help you through your day. I am thankful I was able to get together for lunch with him and Ken and Harry over the last year or 2. And later to visit John while he was at the St Boniface and Victoria Hospitals. I will certainly miss him and his friendship. Rest in Peace John. - Posted by: Will Tabas (Co worker, friend) on: Oct 28, 2019

• Our deepest condolences to Tom and family and Carol. John was my store manager at Jefferson Safeway. I enjoyed our time working together. I considered him a friend as well as a manager. We often spoke about our travels to Texas and South Carolina. We had hoped to one day meet up with him in Texas. Again, our deepest sympathy. - Posted by: Brian and Liz Cieszynski (Co-worker/friend) on: Oct 28, 2019

• I had the pleasure of having John as my store manager for the years he and I were at Safeway Jefferson. He was a great manager and I saw him as a mentor as well. Very sad to hear of his passing. My condolences to all who knew him. - Posted by: Alan Hunstad (Co worked) on: Oct 26, 2019

• Rest In Peace Uncle John. You will be dearly missed. Your belly giggle laugh will be a memory that will always make me smile. Give my Aunt a hug from me. Forever loved and never forgotten 💗 - Posted by: Nancy Thomson (Niece ) on: Oct 26, 2019

• John will be missed dearly by all his fellow co-workers. Our deepest condolences to Tom & family, John's brothers and Sister / his special love Carol Bowes and his very good & faithful friend Ken Shaw. with Sympathy Candyce & Don Hawkins - Posted by: Candyce &Don Hawkins (Co worker / friend) on: Oct 26, 2019

• John was a dear friend. Him and Terry lived only a few miles from us out here on our acreage. We spent many nights around a fire with drinks and good food. We could never get over how much John liked his bourbon on the rocks. I worked with John at Safeway for many years. John always had good stories of Pulling Tom out of the ditch...a lot...John will be dearly missed...Till we meet again... - Posted by: Cheryl and Don allen (Friends) on: Oct 26, 2019