Timothy Dwayne "Tim" Foster

Timothy Dwayne Foster, son of James Clarence Foster and Karen Marie (Dover) Foster, was born January 12, 1961 in Waynesville, Missouri. He went home to be with his Lord on Monday, March 7, 2022 having attained the age of 61 years. He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife: Gina Foster of the home; mother: Karen Foster of Waynesville, MO; three children: Chase Foster (Amy) of Waynesville, MO, Grant Foster (Jill) of Lee’s Summit, MO, and Cole Foster of Waynesville, MO; three grandchildren: Grace, Kace, and Preston; brother: Terry Foster (Tonya) of Waynesville, MO; sister: Tawnjia Foster of Waynesville, MO; mother-in-law: JoAnn Rosipal of Waynesville, MO; brother-in-law: Joe Rosipal of Austin, TX; sister-in-law: Gail Bush (Bret) of Kearney, MO; brother-in-law: Gil Rosipal (Terri) of Austin, TX; sister-in-law: Charli Hartley (Mike) of Richland, MO; brother-in-law: John Rosipal (Debbie) of Richland, MO; brother-in-law: Jeffrey Rosipal (Patrick) of Austin, TX; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. He was preceded in death by his father: James Clarence Foster. Tim accepted Christ and was baptized at an early age. He and his family attended Church of Christ of Waynesville. He graduated from Waynesville High School and attended Lindenwood College on a Baseball Scholarship, receiving a degree in Fine Arts. Tim was married to Gina Rosipal-Foster for 39 years and has three sons, Chase, Grant and Cole. Their married life began in St. Louis where Tim was Foreman of Rosenberg Painting Company “a trade his father, Jim passed on to him.” In 1990, Tim’s family returned to Waynesville. Tim obtained his Real Estate license and joined Karen Foster Realty, working with his mother, Karen for 13 years. He enthusiastically became a part of the community he loved so much. He became self-employed, purchasing B & B Creative Design and managing this business for over 25 years, until his health forced him to retire. He coached Youth Soccer for many years and supported all sports through his business, as well as on the field, coaching and encouraging youth. His greatness joy was teaching youth the importance of teamwork through his work with the Ozark Youth Sports League. He was an avid Cardinal fan. He looked so forward to the baseball season each year, either attending a game or listening in on the radio. Tim’s love and respect of the outdoors was very apparent from coon hunting to fishing. It was important that his children and grandchildren felt that same love of the outdoors and he never took this gift for granted. He was known in college as the Governor and to his duck hunting buddies, “Captain to the A Team.” He treasured his close friends. Tim was an old soul. He enjoyed hearing stories from the past and none were too short or too long. Tim was very active in his community and was a member of several different organizations; some of which include: Kiwanis Club, Chamber of Commerce, National Wildlife Turkey Federation, Ducks Unlimited, served on the Waynesville R-VI School Board, and the Board of Realtors. It brought Tim great joy being with his grandchildren, just holding and humming to them as babies or exposing hunting techniques to Grace. Tim cared deeply for his family. His family was everything. Even though he is gone from our sight, Tim’s love for life and caring spirit will live on in our hearts forever. Funeral services were held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 15, 2022 in the Westside Baptist Church of Waynesville with Pastor John Shaw and Rev. Lindell Shelden officiating. Tim's cousin, Eric Foster, shared his many wonderful memories of Tim. Soloist Mike Freeman sang "Lead Me Home", "Amazing Grace" and "You Raise Me Up". Serving as escorts were Stan Harris "Office Manager", Bob Jones "Sgt of Arms", Rick Dull "Co-Captain", Luther Riddle, Jim Tepen, Steve Belton, and Greg Johnson. Serving as honorary escorts were Dewayne Green, Steve Wilkinson, Mike McKinnon "Squirrel", Kevin Jones "Re-Con", and Willie Robinson "Catfish". Burial followed in the Waynesville Memorial Park Cemetery of Waynesville. Services were under the care and direction of Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville / St. Robert. Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Tim Foster to either Janet’s Wish or the American Kidney Foundation and may be left at Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville / St. Robert.

Timothy Dwayne "Tim" Foster

January 12, 1961 - March 7, 2022