Robert L. Foster, Jr., 59, formerly of Kenosha, late of Needham, MA, died Friday afternoon, March 7, 2014, at his home after a fierce battle with lung cancer. He was born in Kenosha on April 24, 1954, the son of Robert L. and Josephine (DeRose) Foster, Sr., and was educated in local schools. Robert worked in different construction trades throughout his life and enjoyed bartending around town. He was an avid Green Bay Packer fan and had a deep love of animals, especially dogs. Survivors include his son, Robert Foster III of New York; daughter, Natalie Foster of Springfield, MA; mother, Josephine Foster of Kenosha; a brother, Richard (Sharon) Foster of Kenosha; three sister, JoAnn (Bruce) Ricciardelli of Needham, MA, Tina Guelzow of Kenosha and Tammie (Phil) Hilliard of Kenosha; a granddaughter, Brittani Foster; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 12th, at Proko Funeral Home from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, March 13th, at Proko Funeral Home at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at St. George Cemetery.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Robert’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Judy (Bullamore) Nyland
March 11, 2014
To: Josephine,My deepest sympathy to you in the loss of your son, Robert. I feel your pain and know somewhat of what you are going through as a mother...as I lost my son, John, age 57, on Feb. 4, 2013.Please extend my condolences to your entire family. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very difficult time. May God's love, peace and grace be with you and your family.
JoAnn Ricciardelli
March 9, 2014
My brother and friend, may you be at peace and with all of our family members.Hopefully nana is making raviolis,the guys are playing cards,and Aunt Laurie is baking for you all.We will meet again on the other side. love always me