It is with great sadness that the family of James ‘Brian’ Foster, age 69, announce his passing on Monday, May 16th, 2022. Brian is now reunited with his son Joseph. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 34 years Diana (McBride) Foster and children Briana, Thomas and Bailey. Survived also by his brothers Barrie Foster and Joe Foster, sister Victoria (Rob) Hartleib, aunt Marie Hill, sisters-in-law Janet (John) Young and Margaret (Claude) Goulet, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was predeceased by his son Joseph (2013), his parents Mel and June Foster, and his grandmother Grace Whaley.
Visitation will be held from 6:00-8:00 pm on Tuesday, May 24th, 2022, at St. Albert Funeral Home, 9 Muir Drive, St. Albert. Funeral will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, May 25th at Holy Family Parish, 75 Poirier Ave, St. Albert. Click here to watch the recording of the Funeral.
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Brian may be made to St. Albert Special Olympics.
The Noden Family (Mary, Geoff, Rebecca and Alex) says
Diana, we are very sad for your loss. Our deepest sympathies.
Diana Foster says
Thank you Noden family for your thoughtfulness.
Diana & family
Bonnie Seguin says
My prayers , love and hugs at this sad time of your families lives with the loss of Brian . May God carry you all through these difficult days . 🙏🙏🙏🌈
Bonnie Seguin says
My prayers , love and hugs at this sad time of your families lives with the loss of Brian . May God carry you all through these difficult days . With heartfelt sympathy …Bonnie . 🙏🙏🙏🌈
Diana Foster says
Bonnie, thank you dear friend for your thoughtfulness. 💕Diana & family.
Joe Carere says
Diana and family. Our sincere sympathy to all of you in the passing of Brian. We fondly remember your time as our neighbour in London. We have you in our thoughts and prayers during this extremely difficult time in your lives. Lori and Joe Carere and Family.
Diana Foster says
Lori & Joe, thank you for thinking of us. It means a lot to us that our neighbours from over 30 years ago would reach out to us – many great memories from those days. 💕 Diana & family
Cathy Ivany says
I am so sorry to hear of Brians passing. He was far too young. He was a well respected Account Executive at 3M where our paths crossed at various meetings. May the many memories you have all shared over the years bring you all Comfort & Peace. Cathy (Nfld & Lab)
Diana Foster says
Cathy, thank you for your kind and thoughtful words. Diana & family
cathy Ellefsen says
So sorry to hear this. I knew Brian for many years at 3M. A great person, he was a pleasure to know. My condolences to his family.
Diana Foster says
Cathy, thank you for your kind and thoughtful words. Diana & family
Karen Currie says
Sincere condolences go to Diana and all of Brian’s family! Brian was wonderful person and we worked on many customer projects through the years at 3M. I also saw him many times at Ipperwash beach while vacationing. We always had a great visit! Brian is gone way to young. He will be missed! May he Rest In Peace.
Diana Foster says
Thank you Karen for you kind and thoughtful words.
Diana & family
Diana Foster says
Thank you Karen for your kind and thoughtful words. I do remember seeing you at Ipperwash beach and chatting with you. Many wonderful family vacation memories at the beach.
Diana & family
Karen Currie says
Yes Diana it was a wonderful place to vacation with our kids too. We have many fond memories from Ipperwash beach cottages and camping always the last week of summer vacation! Brian loved to just walk around up there and we were lucky enough to visit with him every year! Brian was such a great guy and always funny!
Glen Bailey says
I’m so sorry to hear of Brian’s passing. We worked together in the office products industry many years ago and I always found him to be a very knowledgeable and well respected rep. More importantly, he was a genuinely good person and I always enjoyed seeing him. Praying for his family during this difficult time
Diana Foster says
Thank you Glen for your kind and thoughtful words.
Diana & family
Cordell says
Diana, very sad for your loss. my deepest sympathies. Will always remember the fun chats we had and some of his funny stories!
Diana Foster says
Thank you Cordell for your kind and thoughtful words. Brian always enjoyed chatting with you.
Diana & family
Gary Shawyer says
I am sorry for your loss. I worked with Brian on occasion at 3M and enjoyed his sense of humour and respected his dedication to his customers. He will be missed.
Gary
Diana Foster says
Thank you Gary for your kind and thoughtful words.
Diana & family
Ralph & Jeanette Paterson says
Our condolences go out to the Foster family. Worked with Brian at 3M. Nice guy.
Diana Foster says
Thank you Ralph & Jeanette for your kind and thoughtful words.
Diana & family
Ruth Nelson-Wisotzki says
Diana, I’m so very sorry. Many good memories working with Brian. My sincere condolences.
Diana Foster says
Thank you Ruth for your kind and thoughtful words.
Diana & family
Tara Evans says
Diana, Briana, Thomas and Bailey,
Sending love and condolences on your loss. Brian was a wonderful colleague, mentor and good friend. You had to share him often with his 3M work family, but please know that you were all he talked about on work trips. We felt like we were a part of your family too. A great many of us are better people for working with Brian. We will miss him, and take some peace knowing he is resting with Joseph. Much love to you all.
Diana Foster says
Thank you Tara for your kind and thoughtful words.
Diana & family
Donna Crozier says
Dear Dianna
We are so very to hear of your dear Brian’s passing. He will be remembered as a wonderful husband and father.
Kindest regards
Donna and Donna
Diana Foster says
Thank you Donna for your kind and thoughtful words.
Diana & family
Andy Burton says
Condolences to all. I have many memories of Brian calling on myself while he worked with 3M. We had many long chats in my office or at the many buying shows we would meet at throughout the years. Super guy whom I know will be missed by many.
Diana Foster says
Thank you Andy for your kind and thoughtful words.
Diana & family
Darrell Uchach says
Heart felt Sympathies, Condolences and Prayers to Diana, Briana, Thomas & Bailey.
Brian was a special person to friends & industry colleagues alike. A kind word for everyone and helping hand to those who needed it.
Rest in Peace J.B.
Gwen & Darrell
Diana Foster says
Thank you Gwen & Darrell for your kind and thoughtful words and for all your love and support.
Diana and family
Margaret Belec says
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you Diana and family. May God help you cope through this difficult time, and give you comfort, knowing that Brian is now at peace and suffering no more. May he Rest In Peace, reunited with Joseph.
God bless.
Margaret, Gerry and family.
Diana Foster says
Thank your Margaret & Gerry and family,
Thank you for your kind and thoughtful words and for all you have done to support us through this difficult time.
Diana and family.
Dan & Christine Okrusko says
Our condolences and prayers to Diana, Briana, Thomas, Bailey. I worked with Brian for many years at 3M. He always did what was best for his customers, and was a dedicated hard working 3Mer. I very much enjoyed catching up with Brian, he had great stories and always had time for a chat. He was a calming person to be around.
Rest in Peace Brian
Dan & Christine Okrusko
Diana Foster says
Thank you Dan and Christine for your kind and thoughtful words.
Diana and family
Scott Hicks says
Diana & Family …
Brian has been a very big part of my professional life for 26 years. I am proud to call him my friend.
Many, many 3Mers relied on his sage guidance and mentorship over the decades.
He is sorely missed – already. He cast a very big shadow in our Industry & across our Businesses.
He can rest now. We will always remember him.
Scott Hicks & Family
Edmonton, Alberta.
Diana Foster says
Thank you Scott and family for your kind and thoughtful words.
Diana and family
Charlene Gallagher says
Diana and your wonderful family
Wish I was there to put my arms around you and hold you and let you know that my prayers are with you and kids. Brian was a very special person in your life and will always be in that special place in your heart. Your love does not end it is just going to take on a different look . He is with Joseph and someday you will see each other again. You remember what I told you when Joseph passed that everyone griefs differently and do not let anyone tell you to move on. Take your time and even has time passes Brian will always be with you. Luv Always Charlene Gallagher
Diana Foster says
Thank you Charlene for your kind and thoughtful words and prayers.
Diana and family
Mary Scheidl says
My condolences to your family .
Brian was the 3M rep I worked at Corporate Ecpress. He was a great friend.
Diana Foster says
Thank you Mary for your kind and thoughtful words.
Diana and family
Scott Hardy says
We are deeply saddened to learn of this today and offer our love to you all Diana, Briana, Thomas and Bailey.
It was so wonderful being your next door neighbours for 7 years and getting to know Brian quite well. His humour, generosity and friendship will always stand out in my mind…he was a wonderful man and we will certainly miss him.
Sending our warmest thoughts to you all during this difficult time.
Scott, Helga & Lukas
Diana Foster says
Thank you Scott, Helga and Lukas for your kind and thoughtful words. Brian always enjoyed neighbourly chats with you.
Diana and family
Anita Vickery Jones says
I’m so sorry for your loss Diana. My thoughts are with you and your family at this time.
Diana Foster says
Thank you Anita for thinking of us.
Diana and family
Joanne Tarabula says
Dear Diana, Briana, Thomas & Bailey,
We are so sorry to hear of Brian’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. He was a kind and thoughtful man who loved his family so very much. Our deepest condolences.
Joanne & Terry Tarabula & family
Diana Foster says
Thank you Joanne & Terry and family for your thoughts and prayers.
Diana and family