Contributions to the tribute of George William Foster

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Wednesday, September 28, 2022

As neighbours of George & Cathy for almost 12 years, we can attest to the super manicured lawns that George kept. Since we shared a yard, he mowed our little part, seeded, fertilized, & watered our little green space too. We could never keep up being weed free as quickly on our side but we definitely was motivated to try. George had an uncanny way of nurturing, guiding and helping us. Every winter, when we were hand shovelling the end of our driveway after the street snow plow left us a gigantic hump, George would make jokes about us chipping at icebergs. Then he would use his snowblower with that mischievous smile & flattens that hump. Then he moves on to surrounding neighbours & helps them too. Living beside Cathy & George, a retired police officer, made us feel super safe. They always watched out for our property & my family. What I will miss most is our conversations over the fence with George much like Mr Wilson in Tool Time. The funniest was the time when a bunch of my family/friends were teetering precariously a steel 14ft wide gazebo top to mount onto bunch of posts, George started to chat with his quirky humour over the fence. He ended the conversation with something about a flying saucer while we were sweating bullets with the weight of this gigantic metal saucer. All in all, his warmth & neighbourly chat was always welcome. We will definitely miss him. Know George we will meet again & shoot the breeze over the fence again. Just know you will be dear to us always. Cathy & family, you are in our thoughts & prayers. May you be comforted that George is the guardian angel that will always be looking after you. Sincerely, Nestor (Sonny), Christine, Aidan, Erin, Amelia, Lana & Ferris

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Gretchen and Neville Jeens posted a condolence

Friday, September 23, 2022

Dear Cathy and Family, Nev and I were very sorry to hear of George’s passing. We both have so many lovely memories of times spent with you and George and the other young families on Snowshoe Cres. You and George welcomed us into your home for many celebrations and happy times. Later it was always a pleasure to run into you and George in Markham. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time. We hope you find comfort in your loving memories of George. Love Gretchen and Neville

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Paul and Frannie Levine posted a condolence

Thursday, September 22, 2022

Dear Cathy and family, Paul and I were immensely saddened to read that George passed away. Gretchen told us today. You and George were such an important part of our young family lives. We have such fond memories of those years: visiting in each other's homes; Christmas/Chanukah parties. Our sincere condolences. May his memories be a blessing to you and yours. Paul and Frannie Levine

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Dave Lowe posted a condolence

Thursday, September 22, 2022

I am sad to here another TPS Brother has gone....I spoke with George at length a month ago and we shared a good laugh or two about working at 41 Division together years ago. His infectious smile and devilish sense of humour will be remembered by all who knew him as a dedicated caring colleague. Dave Lowe

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Asim Hussain posted a condolence

Wednesday, September 21, 2022

Dear Dawn, Russ and family. My sincerest condolences and may your father rest in peace. I always remember (Dawn) how fondly and proudly you spoke of your father. Our thoughts are with you.

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Tom O’Leary posted a condolence

Monday, September 19, 2022

To: Cathy and family, Wishing you moments of peace and comfort, the gift of faith, the blessings of hope and the goodness of HIS love as you remember and celebrate the life of George and the many contributions he made throughout his well lived life to family, community and parish involvement, the police services and the betterment and enhancement of Canadian society. My association with George cantered around the game of golf at Mill Run Golf Club. George was a long time member of our Senior Men’s League who loved his participation in our weekly games where he always represented the best in character, in manner and in genuine goodness. He will always be considered one of the best and will be fondly remembered by the Mill Run golfing community. Thank you George for the gift of your life. We were blessed that you walked among us. You made this world a better place and we all witnessed a life of great worth and grace. Now rest in eternal peace, surrounded by the loving light of Jesus, in the company of loved ones gone before. Sincerely and with deep sympathy, Tom O’Leary, Markham, On.

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James Mitchell posted a condolence

Monday, September 19, 2022

Cathy and family George’s smile, jokes, stories and laughter will be missed at our Friday night euchre nights. I remember you passing down the girls’ church books to my 3 girls in church. Also George’s grandfather weekend sports stories. Finally running into the you with the grandchildren at McDonalds on PA day. Thank you George for so many nice times together.

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Scott Gilbert posted a condolence

Sunday, September 18, 2022

I had the pleasure of working with George when we were assigned as sergeants together at 55 Division. We had a lot of laughs during that time. Of course he used to tease me about being 15 years younger than him by asking if my parents gave me permission to be out late at night. Fun times with a great coworker. My condolences to the Foster family.

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Darcy MANN posted a condolence

Sunday, September 18, 2022

I am saddened to hear of George's passing. I would like to pass along my sympathy to his family. I worked for George for a couple years at 55 Division, and then another couple years at the ARU office at HQ. George was a true gentleman, and always wanted things to run smoothly and quietly. The quietly part was a little problem, with the cast of characters that he was in charge of.....lol >> He always wanted things to go peacefully, and he said that was because of the influences of all the females at home in his life.... He was very proud of his girls.. >> RIP Sir !!

George William Foster

1947 - 2022

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